Hi friends!
I wanted to pop on here with a quick pre-holiday post to tell you all THANK YOU!!
This month marks TEN YEARS of blogging! I can’t even believe it. So much has happened with my life and this little blog of mine in those years.
We added three more kids to our family, we moved from Idaho to Oregon, back to Idaho and now New York, we’ve bought (and sold) two homes, Gordon got a great job, got laid off from said job, got his masters and landed his dream job, I reached milestones online, have made and shared thousands of recipes, have consumed even more calories (😬🙈🎉) and have found my place and my voice online.
I probably am not the most popular blogger you follow online with the largest following and that’s ok. My purpose and goal isn’t to be the most popular (though the more the merrier!) It’s to provide the highest quality, most reliable recipes so you can have more confidence in the kitchen.
So, for all of you who have followed along for however long, THANK YOU for trusting me to be a part of your day and for being wonderful and positive and supportive of me and my family. We read every comment, every email, every Instagram message and appreciate it all.
That’s it 🙂 Have a wonderful day!
And don’t forget to find me on Instagram for more NYC fun in real time.
1,890 Comments
Katie Semrad
October 22, 2019 at 9:44 pmLeft a comment on the pressure cooker Mac n cheese. Tried and LOVED it and will make it again soon! Congrats on the 10 years!
Cassie Reynebeau
October 22, 2019 at 9:46 pmCongrats on ten years! I commented on your beef stew (crockpot) recipe. I recently became a SAHM after having our 4th girl, Lauren😛! I have never been the best at making and planning meals. I recently told my husband that I’m really loving your Instagram page. The recipes are easy to find and are delicious! I’m saving them for our dinner rotation. Thank you!!
Tabatha combs
October 22, 2019 at 9:48 pmI posted on the cowboy caviar! I can’t wait to try it!!!
Sonya Mayuric
October 22, 2019 at 9:49 pmLeft comment on the hummus recipe, I had no clue it was so easy to make. I have everything I need to make it and I’m trying it tomorrow. Thank you
Cynthia Birt
October 22, 2019 at 9:49 pmHey Lauren I posted on your wonderful blessing day!! But honestly I could say something on all your posts !! Love all your recipes!!
Alison Moore
October 22, 2019 at 9:50 pmI commented on your post about Porter’s birth (with all of the cute newborn hospital photos of him)-sooo cute!
Courtney
October 22, 2019 at 9:52 pmChocolate Hot Pot cookies, because I need to make them again SOON! Congrats on a decade.
Elle
October 22, 2019 at 9:54 pmcongratulations! 😊
Left a comment on your lemon crinkle cookie recipe! Love that one! I’ve made it twice already 😋😋
Laura
October 22, 2019 at 9:54 pmSo many posts to choose from Lauren, I left one on the shortbread. Shortbread is a necessity in our house, it’s expected every Christmas. I’m always looking for new variations of the classic.
Thank you for all the work you put into your recipes and stories. Congratulations on 10 years 🎉
Courtney
October 22, 2019 at 9:54 pmChocolate hot pot cookies. Because I need to make them again very soon. Congrats on a decade!
Cora
October 22, 2019 at 9:55 pmComment was left on a delicious looking recipe. Will definitely be trying it!!! Congrats on 19 years may God bless you
Joanne Pullin
October 22, 2019 at 9:57 pmI left a comment on your chewy cinnamon buns recipe, congratulations on 10 years
Kara Mason
October 22, 2019 at 9:59 pmCongratulations on 10 years! I love your recipes and are thankful for what you do. I left my comment on your Sesame Noodle Recipe. Here’s to many more years of good food!
Kristen
October 22, 2019 at 10:01 pmI commented on the crockpot mashed potatoes because who would want to make them any other way after doing it this way! Congrats on 10 years!
Melanie Bennett
October 22, 2019 at 10:01 pmLeft a comment on this weeks family update
Butterfly Yvonne
October 22, 2019 at 10:05 pmHi Lauren, I am loving your recipes, I left a comment on the pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe. I want to be entered in your wonderful Blessing give away. God Bless You. It is very wonderful Blessing you are helping someone in need. Xoxoxo.
Jackqulynn
October 22, 2019 at 10:05 pm🎉Happy 10 year!! 🎉
I left a comment on the Pumpkin Pie Bars. Can’t wait to make them this weekend!! 🧡 Lots of other recipes I seen I need to try out too! 😊
Julie Bird
October 22, 2019 at 10:08 pmI love your recipes! They are tried and true and so family friendly.
Monica Lau
October 22, 2019 at 10:10 pmUltimate Sugar Cookies! Can’t wait to create!
Cheers on the 10! Awesomeness! XO
Mrs omer
October 22, 2019 at 10:10 pmLeft a comment on Mac n cheese my kids favorite
Lisa Jamison
October 22, 2019 at 10:14 pmCongrats on 10 years. I commented on the ever beautiful baby porter.
teresa shewell
October 22, 2019 at 10:20 pmI have commented on your No Bake Cheesecake recipe,
Thank you for this opportunity.
I enjoy seeing your Blog.
Shelly Taylor
October 22, 2019 at 10:21 pmCongratulations on your ten year blogiversary! 🎊
I commented on your Brioche French Toast recipe. It looks delicious. Thanks for the giveaway!
Jennifer Thorne
October 22, 2019 at 10:21 pmI commented on your pizza dough recipe. It continues to be a family favorite. Thanks for sharing your recipes and family. Congrats on 10 years!!
Virginia Carlson
October 22, 2019 at 10:22 pmLeft a comment on your peanut butter blossom cookies! A favorite of our family!
Peter Tingey
October 22, 2019 at 10:23 pmJust posted in cinnamon roll post. Thank you for your lovely food ideas I’m from the UK and its nice to try food ideas from America
Katie S.
October 22, 2019 at 10:30 pmI left a comment on your chicken tortilla soup in the crock pot recipe, it looks so good!! Happy 10th blogaversary! Your family is adorable!! 🙂
Kristen
October 22, 2019 at 10:37 pmI commented on the Simple Sunday Meatloaf post. You are by far one of my favourite bloggers. My boys always ask what Lauren recipe are we making today?! Congratulations on ten years!
Debra S.
October 22, 2019 at 10:44 pmI left a comment on your delicious recipe for Butter Cream Cake. I can’t wait to make this for a birthday this coming week.!
Rita kavanaugh
October 22, 2019 at 10:48 pmI left a comment on the family section on this last family update! I love reading about what you’re up to and how your family is doing. It’s nice to be able to keep up even if we’re on opposite sides of the country. I always feel glad that Good things are happening, and your family is thriving.
Wendy Horton
October 22, 2019 at 10:52 pmCongratulations on 10 years! I’ve enjoyed following your family and all your recipes. I posted a comment on your liquid sunshine recipe – planning on giving it a try to boost my body’s defenses. Thank you!
Carla DiPasquale
October 22, 2019 at 10:52 pmLove your recipes and family photos/adventures including the monkey pizza bread that i left a comment on.
Emily Peterson
October 22, 2019 at 10:56 pmI commented on your creamy ranch chicken casserole. It was delicious! I came across one of your recipes one day on Facebook in my news feed and that’s how I found your website. I enjoy reading your recipes and saving them to try. Thank you for coming up with so many different recipes. Congratulations on your 10 year anniversary of food blogging!
Laura Waterson
October 22, 2019 at 11:00 pmYour recipes are the first thing I go through when I need to cook. My husband typically handles dinner but when he doesn’t, I’m looking through your recipes. I left a comment on the actually perfect chocolate chip cookies. These are the only cookie I’ll make, unless it’s Christmas time. Sooooo good.
Stacey
October 22, 2019 at 11:07 pmI left my comment on your travel post about your family vacation to Maine. Congratulations on 10 years! I love reading your blog and Facebook posts!
Cassidy
October 22, 2019 at 11:09 pmI commented on Lemon Cookie Crinkle, the original recipe that brought me to your sight eight years ago! Thank you for all the recipes you’ve provided over the years
Nola Surmanek
October 22, 2019 at 11:12 pmI left a comment on the Italian Cream Cake recipe. I am going to make that for thanksgiving. Happy Anniversary. Congratulations on. 10 years
Melissa H
October 22, 2019 at 11:15 pmI left a comment on your Maine summer trip post.
Congrats on 10 years!
Sheri Miller
October 22, 2019 at 11:19 pmI left a comment on your asparagus recipe. I love following your blogs! You have helped me out of some embarrassing kitchen situations over the years! It is fun being able to watch your family grow over the years! Thank you!
Lisa S
October 22, 2019 at 11:33 pmJust commented on your Twice Baked Potatoes post. Yum! Congratulations on growing such a wonderful blog with so many easy and delicious recipes to try!
Mairin
October 22, 2019 at 11:34 pmPeanut butter fudge! Love that stuff. Thanks for the giveaway!
Sarah
October 22, 2019 at 11:42 pmCongrats!!!! I commented on the ultimate double chocolate pie, which I am low key obsessed with. Soooo good!!!!
Nichole
October 22, 2019 at 11:43 pmCommented on your stir fry recipe, one of our quick favorites! Congrats on 10 years!!!
Anastassia
October 22, 2019 at 11:55 pmHi! I commented on your chicken enchilada recipe. Thank you for the give away and happy anniversary!
Jessieka
October 22, 2019 at 11:56 pmCongratulations on your 10th year of blogging! I love how easy it is to follow your recipes. I left a comment on The Best Crepe Recipe which is a family favorite! Looking forward to more of your recipes!
Paula Cates
October 23, 2019 at 12:00 amI love your blog. Congratulations on 10 years! I posted on Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler.
Ashley Carofano
October 23, 2019 at 12:00 amLeft a comment on This Week at the Brennan’s from Oct 19. Congrats on 10 years!
stacey dellarose
October 23, 2019 at 12:01 amcomment left on pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe.
Jason Pruitt
October 23, 2019 at 12:10 amI left my first comment on the Pumpkin Caramel Spice Cheesecake. I make (and love) your recipes al the time! Thanks for sharing!!!
Frog
October 23, 2019 at 12:22 amLeft a comment on the zucchini bread post. 🙂 Looks yummy..