Today this little blog turns three.
In some ways it seems like no time at all, but when I look back at some of my early posts I realize how much time has passed.
Look at those missing teeth!
I had forgotten how short her hair was!
Ohhhhh, I loved that sweater.
Ugh. Look at that crummy photo.
I have got to make that recipe again soon.
Quite a trip down memory lane. Thank goodness there aren't many pictures of me or I'd have to count the new wrinkles.
I originally envisioned this blog as a place to share family recipes, but it has become much more than that. It has become a creative outlet for me, and my commitment to it has pushed me -- more than I realized it would -- to think of new recipes, to get creative with the camera, to write and rewrite.
Most of all, though, this blog has been a place to chronicle our family's everyday life, mostly through food, to be sure, but also through the joys and challenges of parenting. Getting our experiences down and sharing them with all of you has been incredibly rewarding. I love hearing from all of you, and I have gotten so many ideas, not only to try out in the kitchen, but also to spark my own approach to parenting and to life in general.
Thank you all for that.
A happy, happy, anniversary to you, dear readers. I hope we share many more.
CONGRATS MARGY! Love your blog! You rock Mama! :-)
Posted by: Nancy Helton | January 19, 2012 at 08:58 AM
I am so thankful for your blog. I sometimes think of it as one of my favorite cookbooks. I can't tell you the number of times I've referred back to one of your recipes. Your writing is also a lovely treat- allowing us a window into your family with such beautiful words. Thanks for the three years and best wishes on many more to come.
Posted by: Nancye | January 19, 2012 at 10:05 AM
Wow, Nancy(e)s! You have made my day.
Posted by: Margy | January 19, 2012 at 11:03 AM
Indeed such a wonderful treat!...Specially for ABA that's far and away, not only I get a little glimpse of my lovely grandchildren hands, fingernails, sometimes their faces, but..Oh the recipes and the story that comes with it is something I look forward everytime.
Wishing you many many years of enjoyment in your new
kitchen!!...Can't wait to see it!!
AUGURI!
Posted by: eva | January 19, 2012 at 01:11 PM
Congrats Margy, I regularly read the blog and have even attempted a couple of the recipes. It's always a pleasure to read, and the photos are beautiful. Best of luck in 2012!
Posted by: Bill | January 19, 2012 at 01:30 PM
Congratulations and Happy Third Anniversary!!! I always make time to read your blog, no matter how busy I might be...love your recipes but especially enjoy seeing the pictures of you, Gabe and the children. You make a beautiful family...Happy New Year and keep on writing...!!!
Posted by: Maggie Siervo | January 19, 2012 at 03:26 PM
Congrats! Always love reading your recipes!
Posted by: Betsy at Zen Mama | January 20, 2012 at 09:59 AM
Happy 3rd anniversary. Keep on writing. Love your blog.
Posted by: Alexis | January 20, 2012 at 06:09 PM
Congratulations!!!! Very exciting that you have come to 3 years. And equally exciting is I'm sure that the kitchen is close to being done. Look forward to tasting all that comes out of that very nice oven. xoxox l.
Posted by: laura | January 21, 2012 at 11:15 AM