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
Traci West
October 23, 2019 at 3:30 amCongrats on 10 years! I left a comment under travel section, Maine post! 💗
Michele Womack
October 23, 2019 at 3:30 amI left a post on the pumpkin donuts, living in Florida it’s not really feeling like fall yet but decorating and cooking fall recipes helps!!
Lynne Berry
October 23, 2019 at 3:32 amI posted a comment on your Homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe. Will be making it next week… Thanks for all you do. I love your postings & family adventures.
Sarah Moore
October 23, 2019 at 3:32 amComment left on your French Toast Casserole with streusel topping:) YAY for 10 years!!!
Kristin
October 23, 2019 at 3:33 amAll your recipes look amazing but i commented on ghe chicken pad tia. Congrats on 10 years
Cassandra
October 23, 2019 at 3:33 amI left a comment on the baked potato soup recipe. Love 30 minute or less recipes. Love following you and your family.
Diane G.
October 23, 2019 at 3:34 amTY! Left a comment on your shortbread cookie post!
Martha H
October 23, 2019 at 3:34 amHappy Anniversary. I think I have followed you through almost all 10 years. I love your creativity in the kitchen. It has been such fun watching your kiddos grow. I too am a Canadian transplant. I picked your California Club Blue Cheese Chopped salad. It makes such a great weekday dinner. Thanks again for sharing and may you have many more years of blogging.
Michelle Fraser
October 23, 2019 at 3:35 amLeft a comment on you “Holy Cannoli” post.
Can’t wait to try these with my daughter. Happy 10th Anniversary!!
Rachael Rudd
October 23, 2019 at 3:36 amI commented on your pumpkin bread recipe- my family LOVES it! Thank you! I’ve been following you for several years and enjoy all of your posts.
Laura Stoff
October 23, 2019 at 3:37 amCongrats on 10 years! I have loved following you for great recipes and above all a relatable mother in this crazy world. I left a comment on your delicious looking CLASSIC HOMEMADE BURGERS recipe.
Debbie
October 23, 2019 at 3:37 amTen years..woot woot!!!! Congrats, Lauren!!!! I commented on your pumpkin 🥧 recipe..will be making later today!!
Fabulous giveaway..TY👍
Deserae Patterson
October 23, 2019 at 3:37 amI left a comment on the peanut butter fudge post.
Thank you for all the great ideas.
Deserae Patterson
Lydia
October 23, 2019 at 3:39 amJust commented on your meatloaf recipe! Congratulations on 10 years of blogging. It’s been that long for me too and it seems so hard to believe!
Michele E
October 23, 2019 at 3:43 amThanks for always being real with us. I have loved watching your family grow. Thanks for always providing us with tasty recipes that are easy to make. I commented on your Chewy Chocolate chip Granola Bars. My husband that I was nuts when I tried this recipe, now he loves them.
Shellby
October 23, 2019 at 3:44 amI just commented on your Alfredo recipe!!! Congrats this is so awesome. I love following you and reading your blog! Thank you for sharing so much of your life with us!!!
Petra
October 23, 2019 at 3:44 amI comment on your Chocolate chip pumpkin bread receipe, its the best. Congratulations on 10 years!
Kelsey McMurtrey
October 23, 2019 at 3:44 amI commented on your yummy chocolate chip pumpkin bread recipe. Looks amazing!!
Congratulations on ten years!! That really is so amazing!! ♥️
Sandra Smith
October 23, 2019 at 3:45 amPosted on the PB Fudge recipe. I love this recipe and it’s so very easy to make! I can’t wait to have my grandson help me make it when he’s a little bit older….he’s only 8 months. 🥰. Congrats on 10 years!! I love your blog! ☺️
Kristin
October 23, 2019 at 3:45 amI left a comment under your crockpot beef stroganoff recipe!
Susan Hicks
October 23, 2019 at 3:46 amI commented on Magnolia Bakery copycat version of the pumpkin gingersnap banana pudding. This was delicious and I also got to try the real Magnolia Bakery Banana pudding when we visited NYC in July!
Natali
October 23, 2019 at 3:46 amAs a new follower, it was so fun to dig into the archives! I left a comment on the chicken noodle soup with homemade noodles recipe. Congratulations on ten years!!
Jennea
October 23, 2019 at 3:46 amTen years is a great .milestone! I commented on the apple orchard post and enjoyed the pics of your beautiful family!
April Bordas
October 23, 2019 at 3:47 amCommented on the meat loaf post. Need to try this!!!
Amanda
October 23, 2019 at 3:47 amLeft a comment on your Black Forest Cake! Congrats! 🙂
Samantha K.S.
October 23, 2019 at 3:48 amHappy happy 10 years!!! 🥳 I left my comment on your pumpkin sugar cookie recipe, my absolute favorite! And here’s to another amazingly happy 10 more!! 🎉
Vicki Mednick
October 23, 2019 at 3:48 amLeft a comment today on the Lemon Crinkle cookie recipe.
Nicole Arsenault
October 23, 2019 at 3:48 amI posted under the recipe for the CROCK POT TERIYAKI CHICKEN OVER QUINOA PILAF. Thanks for creating the giveaway.
Kari
October 23, 2019 at 3:48 amI left a comment on the cauliflower cheese sauce for pasta. It sneaks in some veggies and I can’t wait to try it. Congrats on 10 years. I love your blog and look forward to future blog posts.
Samantha Guerra
October 23, 2019 at 3:49 amI commented on the pecan pie post. It looks like a great recipe and I love the idea of freezing the pie. I never thought of that!
Melissa
October 23, 2019 at 3:49 amHappy ten years to you and your beautiful family! Thanks for taking the time to share delicious recipes and cooking tips and tricks! And I think my favorite recipe of your is “the best homemade cinnamon rolls”. Thank you!!
Missi Boyer
October 23, 2019 at 3:50 amI posted on your simple banana bread muffins! Thank you for sharing!
Asmahan Mansour
October 23, 2019 at 3:52 amHi Lauren,congratulations for your 10th aniversary blog,I left a comment on your chicken piccata recipe,love your blog and wias you the best!!!!
Shannon
October 23, 2019 at 3:52 amMy how time flies…ten years already! Congrats!!
Erica Johnson
October 23, 2019 at 3:52 amLeft a comment on Perfect Shortbread Cookies. Congrats on 10 years! 🎉
Jeana H
October 23, 2019 at 3:52 amI commented on your chicken pad Thai post. Looks simple and tasty.
Laura
October 23, 2019 at 3:53 amI commented on the easy chicken fried rice recipe! Happy blogging anniversary! I’ve loved following along with your family and recipes! 🙂
Karen Puncekar
October 23, 2019 at 3:53 amLeft a comment on your Fancy Chicken Salad recipe. Yummy 😋
Sara Chami
October 23, 2019 at 3:54 amI left a comment on the pumpkin donuts 🍩 donuts are my favorite and I will drive anywhere to buy a good donut and have even made a few myself
Kate Moser
October 23, 2019 at 3:55 amI have try a few of your recipes. Congratulations on 10 years.
Sara Chami
October 23, 2019 at 3:55 amI left a comment on the pumpkin donuts 🍩 donuts are my favorite and I will drive anywhere to buy a good donut and have even made a few myself
Erin Seeders
October 23, 2019 at 3:57 amI commented on the pesto pasta post because it’s hard to choose a favorite! 🙂
Annette Davie
October 23, 2019 at 3:57 amLeft a comment on your perfect shortbread cookies post. Yummmnmmmm ❤❤❤❤❤
Mahria
October 23, 2019 at 4:00 amI left a comment on your recipe for no bake peanut butter bars. I have been more active on Facebook since having back surgery 7 weeks ago and have enjoyed searching out your recipes. Congratulations on 10 years of blogging. We look forward to many more years to come.😊
Amy
October 23, 2019 at 4:01 amSpinach artichoke dip!
Maryann Maykowski
October 23, 2019 at 4:02 amI left a comment on the easy Asian potstickers. So excited to try them & this contest. I’m moving to a big city after living my whole life in the suburbs & have been so impressed how you have navigated your beautiful family in NYC….
Congrats on 10!!!
Sally B
October 23, 2019 at 4:02 amCongrats on 10 years on the blogging world! Can’t wait to see what’s to come!
Maureen Rego
October 23, 2019 at 4:03 amCongratulations on ten years and THANK YOU for helping make cooking fun and easy. I’ve tried many of your recipes, and going to try the hummus one this weekend (that’s the one I left a comment on). You have the loveliest family; so happy that everything is going well for you. I enjoy seeing your family pictures and posts as much as I look forward to checking out your recipes. Thank you!
Kristen McAdams
October 23, 2019 at 4:04 amCongratulations! You are an inspiration! I commented on my all time favorite, the camping Mac n cheese. I also shared it on my new Instagram page @anyexcusetocelebrate. Thank you for all the inspiration! Kristen
Carla
October 23, 2019 at 4:05 amI left a comment on your Best Lasagna Recipe Ever recipe! Thanks for all the great recipes and sharing your beautiful family with you! Congrats on your newest addition! They are all precious!
Lauren
October 23, 2019 at 4:25 amCongrats on 10 years! I commented on the pumpkin chocolate chip bread.