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
Amina
October 24, 2019 at 2:35 amHi
I left a message on the chewy chocolate chip granola bars
Thank you
Roe Zub
October 24, 2019 at 2:36 amCgts on 10 yrs!! I enjoy all your posts and blogs as well as the IG. I commented on a recipe i made.
Beth Diamond
October 24, 2019 at 2:39 amI posted in the family section, on the post about renting a car and going to the pumpkin patch. BTW, I am a big fan of my Hyundai Tucson! So trouble free. I think their Santa Fe is the one thay would be big enough for your family.
Stephanie Mullan
October 24, 2019 at 2:40 amI left a comment on your BROWNIE COOKIES WITH CARAMEL & SEA SALT recipe. They are absolutely delicious 😍
Erin Wohlfarth
October 24, 2019 at 2:49 amCommented on the stir fry. Happy 10!
Kristy T
October 24, 2019 at 3:05 amCongrats on 10 yrs of blogging and creating new recipes for people to see them. So many recipes to use.
I posted in the slow cooker section CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP IN THE CROCK POT.
Tiffany
October 24, 2019 at 3:14 amI left a comment on those delicious looking Swedish meatballs!
Melissa peters
October 24, 2019 at 3:16 amI left a comment on your pumpkin cinnamon rolls! So yummy!!!
Angela Neddo
October 24, 2019 at 3:16 amCommenting on your Sugar cookies post – the hot pot method completely transforms the cookies into a delicious chewy treat! Congratulations on 10 years!
Sara Gates
October 24, 2019 at 3:20 amI commented on the PB blossoms which look heavenly!!! I am absolutely making those for treats in the office at Christmas.
Erica
October 24, 2019 at 3:30 amCongratulations on 10 years! I have tried many of your recipes and love them. Thank you for sharing. I also commented on the pumpkin pecan cobbler blog. I look forward to many more years of your blogs, again congrats!!!🎉 ☺️🎉
Teresa Early
October 24, 2019 at 3:32 amLeft a comment on peanut butter fudge.
Nickie lathrop
October 24, 2019 at 3:35 amI left a comment on the Asian noodle recipe! Congrats on 10 years. Love following you and watching your family grow ❤️
Morgan Helveston
October 24, 2019 at 3:38 amLeft a comment on a different post! Great recipes btw! Glad I came across your site!
Jen Swaysland
October 24, 2019 at 3:38 amHi! I left a comment on your slow cooker chicken tortilla soup recipe. I can’t wait to try it! Congrats on 10 years of blogging 🎉
Cathy Athans
October 24, 2019 at 3:40 amI posted on your slow cooker beef stew recipe, but found plenty more I’d like to try. Thanks!
Delores Schlegel
October 24, 2019 at 3:40 amI posted on your morning glory muffins recipe. Congratulations on 10 yrs of blogging & on your newest family member.
Stacey Gillin
October 24, 2019 at 3:40 amDone! You’re so sweet to do this giveaway!
Estera
October 24, 2019 at 3:42 amCommented on your rolo butterfinger recipe. I love following you, your recipes always come out!
Marilee Blendowski
October 24, 2019 at 3:55 amI left a comment on the homemade brownie post 😊
Courtney Coon
October 24, 2019 at 3:55 amHi Lauren!
I’ve been following your blog for almost 10 years !!
I make your recipes almost weekly and you are my go to for when I’m menu planning. You are one of my favorite insta follows as well.
I left a comment on the Alfredo sauce recipe . It’s amazing !! Keep up the amazing recipes!
Emily
October 24, 2019 at 3:59 amI left a comment on your “Perfect Shortbread Cookies” recipe post. I’ve searched far and wide for a simple shortbread recipe! So excited to try this one for the holiday season. Thank you for your generosity and kindness over the past 10 years. I have been following since my college days (2015) to help me learn to cook! Your website is always a go-to for my family!
Christine L
October 24, 2019 at 4:08 amCongrats on 10 years! I left my comment on the butter rice recipe. I’ve tried so many of your recipes over the years and many have become family favorites! You’re one of the few bloggers that I’ve followed for several years and still read their posts regularly. I really like the recent split on your Instagram where you have two accounts. I like both accounts and enjoy seeing your content about life and your family, but it does simplify things as a follower to have it that way.
Linda Thornton
October 24, 2019 at 4:13 amHappy Anniversary 🎉❤🎉
Johanna Hernandez
October 24, 2019 at 4:13 amHi, just stopping by to say I left a comment on your amazing meatloaf recipe! ( if you guys haven’t checked it out I’d suggest you do so)
Love your blogs.
Blessings
Afton
October 24, 2019 at 4:14 amI just commented on your most recent family post. Life with a new baby is hard, you forget those sleepless nights are tough, but you are killin’it! 💪team no sleep!
Afton
October 24, 2019 at 4:17 amOh and the new soccer mom SUV, the Ford Explorer is amazing. I just got a new one a few months ago and couldn’t be happier. The air vents in the ceiling in the rear for heat and a/c is the greatest and a total game charger. I actually got rid of my last SUV because my kids were so hot in the back, never thought about needing more air vents!!!
Kristina Stranz
October 24, 2019 at 4:17 amPosted on your breakfast casserole, love seeing meals I can fix for our large family and it’s something everyone likes 😊
Michel Sill
October 24, 2019 at 4:24 amHello Lauren – I posted my comment on your September 25, 2019 blog post. Left a comment on how I love watching your family grow. As an almost empty nester, I miss the stage that you are in your life. Is it hard, yes….but it is the most cherished memories I have. Enjoy your babies. from St. Petersburg, FL
Keri Prater
October 24, 2019 at 4:26 amPumpkin Pecan Cobbler.
Just an FYI: I believe you are the majority of followers favorite blogger. You are/and share honestly your personal ups and downs. Love your honesty and vulnerability. You are such a giving person. Thank you you many years of enjoyment and many more to come.
Stacey W
October 24, 2019 at 4:34 amI left a comment on the baked chicken legs! We love that recipe in our house but have enjoyed many of your recipes! Thanks for sharing!
Karen Lee
October 24, 2019 at 4:38 amI left a comment on Crockpot Butternut Squash Alfredo. I will be trying it this weekend. Thanks for your blog and keeping me inspired in the kitchen .
Angela
October 24, 2019 at 4:50 amPosted on your chocolate Pumpkin Bread Recipe. Such a generous giveaway, I love your blog and instagram page! — Angela, a Canadian follower 🙂
. Sara hill
October 24, 2019 at 4:52 amCongrats on ten years. I posted on your fried rice reciepe
Kim Moore
October 24, 2019 at 4:55 amThank you for writing this and continuing with your blog all these years. I look forward to reading your posts and making all your wonderful recipes! I commented on the Easy Breakfast Casserole Recipe.
Daisha
October 24, 2019 at 4:55 amI posted on your blog Beautiful Maine. I love all your pictures on your blogs! They are so pretty. Congratulations on 10years of blogging.
Nancy Vazquez
October 24, 2019 at 4:55 amHello, Lauren, I commented on your SIMPLE SUNDAY MEATLOAF. I look forward to trying out many many more of your recipes. Once again Congratulations on 10 years of Blogging and sharing your amazing recipes with us. God Bless you and your family. I thank your family for allowing you to share your talent with us. May God Bless you with many more years of continued success.
Megan B,
October 24, 2019 at 4:58 amI posted on the pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe- can’t wait to make it this weekend!
Traci Maestas
October 24, 2019 at 4:58 amHi I posted on the sweet and sour chicken recipe!
Laura
October 24, 2019 at 5:00 amCongratulations! Left a comment on shortbread cookies post!
Melinda M Kern
October 24, 2019 at 5:02 amHi. I commeted on you LEMON POPPY SEED CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING! I made it and it was a huge hit! Congratulations on 10 years! I have followed you since you lived in Oregon. You have made me a better cook! We also had babies right around the same time.
Ulzana Ramsey
October 24, 2019 at 5:03 amCongratulations on 10 years! I enjoy your blog and Insta-stories and all the latest with your cute little family. I commented on your Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread recipe. Can’t wait to try it!
Sarah Simas
October 24, 2019 at 5:05 amI left a comment on Apple Coffee Cake Bread post 🙂
I love your positive posts.
I went through a fire a few months back. And we finally are moving into your new place this weekend after being without a home for awhile. I’m hoping once I can afford to buy things we lost, that I can restock my kitchen and start cooking/baking again. 🙂
Jerissa Clifton
October 24, 2019 at 5:07 amGood Morning!
I left a comment on the Breakfast Casserole post. What a generous give away, you are the best!
Bethany
October 24, 2019 at 5:09 amCommented on the spinach artichoke dip!
Brittany Hicks
October 24, 2019 at 5:10 amCongrats on 10 years! I’ve been following for a little over 4 years, Eddie and my youngest daughter are only a few days apart, so it was nice following along with your family content, as well as seeing all of your delicious recipes!
I commented on the peanut butter salted caramel rice crispy treats!
Gloria
October 24, 2019 at 5:12 amCongratulations on 10 years!!!!
I commented on your zucchini bread recipe. It’s looks delicious and I can’t wait to make it!
Devon Messman
October 24, 2019 at 5:12 amThank you for blog I really enjoy it 🙂
Michelle K
October 24, 2019 at 5:17 amThanks for sharing your recipes and life through your blog!
I left a comment on the mashed potato post.
Rebecca
October 24, 2019 at 5:18 amI left a comment on your Buttery Corn Casserole. Looks great for Thanksgiving! Thank you for your recipes. I have so many marked to try in the future and the ones I’ve tried have been great. Happy 10 years!
Barbi Eakin
October 24, 2019 at 5:21 amPosted on your pumpkin pie bars recipe. They sound so yummy and I can’t wait to make them for my family.
Congrats on your 10 year anniversary.