Zane | Class of 2013

Zane is not only a handsome young man, but also extremely talented in music and theater. He will be heading to Point Park University for Musical Theater in the fall. I had the pleasure of meeting Zane and shooting his portraits at the family farm of a friend of his. The location was amazing. He was so much fun and really a natural in front of the camera. Congratulations on graduating, Zane, and best of luck to you! Break a leg! (but not literally).

hugs, 

tish

Favorite Spring Photos 2013

Yellow | Easter

Turquoise | Splash




Green | Nature





Lilac | Flowers





Ivory | Dream





Pink | Home





I'm so happy for Spring's arrival. Hopefully we've left the last of the freezing temperatures behind us this week. Looking forward the remainder of spring and cannot WAIT for Summer! Have a great weekend!

xo,
tish

Homemade Granola Bars

A few weeks ago, I was searching for a healthier after-school snack I could make for my girls. I came across several recipes for homemade granola bars. I settled on this one for a couple reasons. First, they were no-bake (I was a bit short on time), second, I liked the honey in the recipe and lastly, I had all the ingredients on hand. 

The recipe I used I found on Lauren's Latest. I didn't have mini chocolate chips, so I crushed regular-sized chocolate chips in their place. I suppose I could have used them as is, but I prefer smaller pieces of chocolate to larger. 

No-Bake Homemade Granola Bars    Yields 10-12 bars 

1/4 cup butter

1/4 cup honey

1/3 cup packed brown sugar

2 cups QUICK-COOKING oats (not rolled oats)

1 cup crispy rice cereal

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

In a large bowl, stir together the oats and rice cereal. Set aside. In a small saucepan, melt butter, honey and brown sugar over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook 2 minutes. Pour in vanilla and stir. Pour mixture over dry ingredients and mix well to moisten all ingredients. Pour into lightly greased small jelly roll pan (12 x 8 x 1) and press bars to about 3/4-inch thickness. Press them down well so they stick together. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over top and press down lightly. Cool to room temperature for two hours or until chocolate chips are set before cutting the bars. Store at room temperature in an air-tight container. 




Everyone here loved them. The bars even made for a good out-the-door-no-time-for-breakfast breakfast. 

xo, 
tish

Nurture Photo: Pink | Home

What makes a house a home, is the family that lives there and the love they share. I am so thankful for my family. Our lives can be extremely busy a good portion of the time, but I have learned to love and embrace the busy-ness. I also cherish the quiet times we share ... the conversations at dinner, our private talks in the car as well as quiet times before bed. What a special privilege I have to be a wife and a mother. Feeling very grateful for my family this Mother's Day weekend.

Wishing all your mothers a very special Mother's Day and all of you a happy weekend.

hugs,
tish

WW | Goin' to the Chapel

I'm finally finding a few minutes to post some photos from my sister's wedding day. It was truly a perfect day. There was not a flaw, not a snag. She was beaming the entire day and I can't even tell you how many people came up to me and said they've never seen a happier bride!! Of course, the groom was thrilled as well!  I am so happy for my sister and we welcome her husband into the family!!! May God bless you both and your marriage! Much love to you, Z & S!!

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Happy WW! 

xo, 
tish