So for a long time, I've been trying to figure out exactly what to fill my blog with and while I was making my favorite quick and easy kale snack yesterday it dawned on me-food! For almost all of my 20's I worked in the restaurant industry. I waited tables, bartended, trained employees, wore those stupid 'flair' pins, worked as 'rice bitch' and sushi chef. And while I wasn't the best at any of these things I did take away some killer knife skills and a highly distinct and a developed palate for fine food and wine. So here it is, my inaugral food blog. 

I cook everyday, I try to keep it healthy and I am on a budget with two kids who are as tall or taller than I!

Ok, my quick and easy kale: 
(If you didn't know, kale is one of the most nutrient dense greens out there.)

I don't use measurements on food like this because it's all by tasting. So, I'm guesstimating. 

You will need these things: 

Fresh kale, ponzu(which is a citrus soy sauce but be warned if you're watching your sodium you may want to opt for the low sodium versions), sesame oil, a knife, maybe some lemon. 

Chop as much kale as you think you'll need. In my case, I used 2 cups or so, because when you cook the greens, they will shrink and wilt a bit. 
On a med high heat add a slick of sesame oil, enough to coat the bottom of the pan. I don't let mine get too hot, but I do like to hear a nice sizzle when the greens lit the oil. I add all of the chopped greens at once. Since heat causes nutrient loss, I sautee until they are just wilted and still a bit crispy all the while adding the ponzu to taste. 

You can see the kale on the bottom of the pan is almost just right. Mmmmm. 

I finish with a squeeze of lemon and garnish with some sesame seeds. 
That's it. In about 5-10 mins have a healthy and flavorful snack or side dish. 

Since I was 13 years old, I have smoked cigarettes. They were there for me through every event in my half grown and adult life. Three weeks ago, I quit. For the first time, I am without my life long friend and while I do have more energy and I feel better and even my skin looks better, I still think of my friend every day. But, I am not one without resolve. I am moving forward and part of that is growing my photography business. 
I will be having specials monthly and driving my friends and family crazy begging for support. 
I will be independent and completely so. 
I recently discovered that I do actually enjoy shooting children and babies. I have fallen IN LOVE with custom pet photography. Having two awesome pets helps a lot. 

I would love to come back out to Midland to continue my Pump Jack Princess series, too. 


I went home to Midland for Christmas and while my family doesn't celebrate, I did some celebrating of my own and some pet photos of my sister and her babies. 
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I got to see one of my dearest friends whom I haven't seen in about a decade. She has a bright and beautiful soul. We spent until the wee hours of the morning in my mother's crazy room that is jam packed full of antiques and strange artifacts of the past drinking wine and reminiscing about the past. I wish she were closer, but she is in Portland and I'll take her when I can. 

My dog, Dasha, the guardian. 

Another old friend, Jessica and her son. We also spent into the wee hours of the morning...something about a fake gay club and the rest is hazy. :) 

And I also got to spend some time with a new friend, Shelly. We went to High School together but only connected a few months ago here in Dallas. We've grown close and I'm so happy to have found her. 

Hey everyone!

It's been a while since my last blog post. Still working hard and heavy on my book and waiting to shoot one more girl when she gets back from Russia.

In the meantime, I've been accepted for the RawArtists.org December show. You do have to buy a ticket and it's only $10. It's $20 at the door, so get em while they're hot. :) I will also be producing some brand new, never before seen pieces for this show!

Here is a direct link to my raw profile to come and support. http://www.rawartists.org/thievingmagpie

I will also be doing my first ever full body paint in the Blue Room at the girlShow through ArtLoveMagic.

From their Facebook event page:
 

• • Saturday, October 20, 2012
  • 8:00pm until 12:00am

• girlShow is back! ArtLoveMagic's annual celebration of female talent in Dallas will be on Saturday October 20th, 2012. It will be held at South Side on Lamar (1409 S Lamar Dallas TX 75215). This year's theme is "Rewind." Come be inspired by painters, musicians, poets, photographers, sculptors, dancers, fashion designers, jewelers, comedians, and filmmakers who are not just showcasing their art... but creating it live. girlShow Happenings: Violet O'Hara will host girlShow this year on the main stage. DJ A thena Hernandez will rock you while you enjoy the show. Hunter the One, Jurni Rayne, and Cassie Holt will feed your soul. Come and enjoy Just Us League girLs as they create a special mural at girlShow this year. A few of the visual artists that will be joining girlShow this year: Nicole Morrow Char McGaughy Naomi Hunter Kathyrn Petroff Nicole Dildine Kat D and more..... Blue Room Get your Blue Room tickets before they are gone. There is a limited supply. Blue Room attendees will get in one hour early, will be provided with 2 free drinks from Deep Eddy Vodka, and receive Lush product. Some of the happenings will include Appaloosa Red will host the evening away Vertical Fitness will be performing Special bodypainting performance Artist 101 live drawing and more..... To purchase tickets for the event please follow link below: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4042176258

ArtLoveMagic shows are well, magical. We'll be painting live for everyone to see and then they will perform something magical. :)

I am also going to be in Tulsa, if you hadn't heard, the 26th&27th of this month. I am honoring my $175 special and you can book your spot by first, contacting me and second putting down a deposit. I can't tell you how disappointing it was to travel to Tulsa last time to only have half of the girls flake out. If you put down  a deposit, it lets me know that you're serious and that my time won't be wasted driving all those miles. :)

Thanks for stopping by! Be creative and live in the present!

Kamryn