
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
VICTORIA Campbell
October 22, 2019 at 7:24 pmI posted on the Black Forest Cake. I was looking for exactly that recipe for a going-away party!!! Thank you! I really enjoy your site.
Kim Wennerlind
October 22, 2019 at 7:24 pmI commented on your banana pudding recipe! Yummy! Happy 10 years!
Renee Castro
October 22, 2019 at 7:25 pm10 years ❤️I left a comment on your black forest cake. I’d love to see a post on a cannoli cake. It’s so hard to find a yummy one.
Shari Ellis
October 22, 2019 at 7:25 pmI commented on the shortbread cookie post. Congratulations on 10 years!!! What a milestone 💕
Caitlin
October 22, 2019 at 7:25 pmPosted on the Easy Chicken Tortilla soup! Can’t wait to try it out. Love all of your recipes!!
Lindsey McDonald
October 22, 2019 at 7:26 pmLeft a comment on your Disney cruise and Bahamas vacation
Agatha
October 22, 2019 at 7:26 pmHi! I left a reply on your Cinnamon rolls recipe…always looks so delicious.Thank you for doing this giveaway 🙂
CHRISTIE
October 22, 2019 at 7:26 pmI commented on your breakfast casserole because I’ve been wanting to try it so badly!
Susan Olthof
October 22, 2019 at 7:26 pmPosted on your pumpkin chocolate chip bread post! It is a winner for me all I gifted little loaves of it too!
Kimberly
October 22, 2019 at 7:26 pmI left a comment on SIMPLE SUNDAY MEATLOAF RECIPE and plan to try that recipe tomorrow. CONGRATS!
Judy
October 22, 2019 at 7:26 pmI left a comment on the all butter pie crust page…I just recently found your blog and recipes..I think its great you have been going for 10 yrs! congrats!
Rebecca Shields
October 22, 2019 at 7:26 pmI left a comment on your pie crust recipe. It’s my go-to! Congratulations on 10 years! Thanks for all of the wonderful recipes 🙂
Maylin Redmon
October 22, 2019 at 7:26 pmHappy 10 year anniversary!!! That is definitely an awesome achievement ♡ I wish you maaaany mannny more. I commented on your Pumpkin Sugar Cookie Post…definitely will try that recipe!! PUMPKIN EVERYTHING LOL ♡♡♡
Katie Mullins
October 22, 2019 at 7:27 pmCongratulations on your achievement of blogging for ten years now! That is so inspiring to young people like myself that have always loved blogs. I commented under your chocolate chip recipe that has been my favorite since the very first time I tried it out myself!
Laura Bodine
October 22, 2019 at 7:27 pmI left a comment on your Easy Breakfast Casserole recipe. I love all of your recipes and am so thankful I discovered your blog back when both of us lived in the PNW. Happy 10 years ❤️
Cara
October 22, 2019 at 7:27 pmI left a comment on the easy pork potstickers. Congratulations on 10 years! I always enjoy your posts and recipes. Thank you for sharing your food and life with all of us!
Kirsten T
October 22, 2019 at 7:27 pmLeft a comment on your Strawberry Kale Avocado with Bacon Poppy Seed dressing. One of my all time favorite recipes of yours (I have a lot of favorites!)
Congratulations on 10 years!
Amelia
October 22, 2019 at 7:27 pmI commented on your blueberry muffins recipe. I’m looking forward to exploring all your other yummy recipes.
Lisa Cory
October 22, 2019 at 7:27 pmCongrats on 10 years! Commented and can’t wait to try the Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup.
Carrie
October 22, 2019 at 7:28 pmI posted on one of my favorite recipes: Red and Green Enchiladas!
Thank you for sharing your kitchen talents with us and happy 10 year blogging anniversary!
Mary Marcella
October 22, 2019 at 7:28 pmCommented on the homemade hot cocoa mix… Seriously so good and such a fun and easy gift idea!
Jill Samuelson
October 22, 2019 at 7:28 pmI left a comment on the pecan pie recipe post. I look forward to trying it!
Rhonda Sherman
October 22, 2019 at 7:29 pmI commented on your Candy Cane Cookie recipe. I LOL when I read about your ex 😳! Can’t wait to try the recipe (and I’ll have to find the lemon cookie recipe to try, too!)
Kim bihn
October 22, 2019 at 7:29 pmCongratulations!!! Love your blog & love following you. I actually posted on the Sausage Bread- love this & I’m definitely making for breakfast at church.
Debbie Thibado
October 22, 2019 at 7:29 pmHow fun! Congratulations on 10 years! What an amazing milestone!
I left a comment on a recipe-chicken fajitas
Here is to many more years!
Julie Robertson
October 22, 2019 at 7:29 pmI left a comment on your Cinnamon Swirl Donut Bread! Sooo good! Thank you for this opportunity!
Sarah England
October 22, 2019 at 7:29 pmI left a comment on your breakfast casserole! Congrats on 10 years! Im a recent follower and I love your content!
Lauren Hamilton
October 22, 2019 at 7:29 pmHappy 10 years, Lauren! I had to comment on my favorite sweet and spicy sloppy joes. I’ve made several of your recipes but this is the one I come back to over and over. Thanks for sharing your food and your family with us!
Kerry
October 22, 2019 at 7:30 pmI left a comment on the pecan pie recipe. Thank you for the opportunity!
Lisa Biscardi
October 22, 2019 at 7:30 pmCongrats on 10 years!! I left a post on the browned butter Alfredo recipe. Thanks for all you do!!
Kathryn Johnson
October 22, 2019 at 7:30 pmI commented on the breakfast casserole post. Congrats on 10 years. And a baby! What a great year!
Kari Petersen
October 22, 2019 at 7:30 pmLeft one on your yummy Enchilada recipe! Congratulations on your new little one, and 10 years of blogging:)
Eric Westover
October 22, 2019 at 7:30 pmI left a comment on the pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe! And I saved it to make in the coming weeks.
Katie
October 22, 2019 at 7:30 pmCongratulations on such a big achievement! I love your blog and I think it is so inspiring for younger generations who have a passion for blogging as well. I commented under your chocolate chip recipe that has been my all time favorite ever since I tried it for the first time!
Gail Lamm
October 22, 2019 at 7:30 pmI posted in the family section on a recent update. I so enjoy seeing the activities!
Natalie Bland
October 22, 2019 at 7:31 pmI left a comment on your NYC travel guide post. ❤️ Happy 10 years!
Megan
October 22, 2019 at 7:31 pmLoved scrolling through your recipes. I haven’t done that in a while. I commented on the smoothie bowl recipe. I forget that could be a great and quick breakfast or snack option for my kids.
Traci
October 22, 2019 at 7:31 pmI commented on the black forest cake recipe. 😊
Amanda
October 22, 2019 at 7:31 pmHappy 10 years! You have fun a joy and inspiration to follow. I commented on you No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars post.
Amanda
October 22, 2019 at 7:31 pmI commented on your peanut butter fudge look forward to making it
Stephanie Griffith
October 22, 2019 at 7:32 pmPosted a comment on your Spinach-Artichoke Dip recipe, can’t wait to try it this weekend
Thanks for sharing your talents and journey with us all. Congrats on 10 years!!!
Annette Z.
October 22, 2019 at 7:32 pmMy comment is on your post of Funeral Potatoes! Would love to win your giveaway! Thank you for such a generous offering! Good luck ALL!
Mollie Martinez
October 22, 2019 at 7:32 pmHey there! Just commented on your yummy brownie recipe! 🙂
Jerrie Downing
October 22, 2019 at 7:32 pmLeft a comment on Chicken Piccata. Always love your recipes. Congratulations!
Teresa Tackett
October 22, 2019 at 7:33 pmI commented on a recipe that I will try, as the Apple Coffee Cake looks delicious. Thank You so much for all the hard work you do.
Kasey DeMarco
October 22, 2019 at 7:33 pmI left a comment on your easy chocolate frosting recipe. It was your first recipe I made. Congrats on ten years!
Carrie
October 22, 2019 at 7:33 pmI commented on chicken tortilla soup in the crock pot! Thanks for the great recipes!
Kari Schoening
October 22, 2019 at 7:33 pmI left a comment on your 1 hour cinnamon rolls. They are a family favorite! Thank you for helping me be a better cook and baker for my family! I have learned a lot from your recipe posts with your tips and things you’ve learned along the way! Thank you!!
Marissa Chalin
October 22, 2019 at 7:34 pmLeft a comment on your pumpkin bread post:) I’ve already made it three times for my coworkers, they cant get enough. Thanks for doing this!
Amanda
October 22, 2019 at 7:34 pmI commented on your peanut butter fudge look forward to making it congrats on your 10 years