Cookbook
I have been totally absent from my blog for months. Testing and working on the cookbook has taken up most of my time. Family and friends have agreed to volunteer at testing recipes and now things are wrapping up. There have been several proofs made and the main work is now being done on formatting and making the book look as professional as possible. Testing still continues but on a smaller scale.
I have thought of my special friends and have missed you dearly! Thank you for thinking of me and for caring.
Many things have happened in the course of these months. High school graduation, College graduation, a Wedding and baby sitting the babies. Fattima and Ben went to London and Italy. Osama and Jacki went to Hawaii and Sumaya went to Disney world!
A big thank you to my good friend Marci over at koolaidmoms. She helped my daughter and her best friend plan their Disney World trip and that made all the difference!
Osama and Jacki went to Hawaii and I got to spend time with my grandbabies!
Meanwhile the newlyweds (who are coming up on one year) had a fantastic experience visiting London and various places in Italy!
Another huge change has been the addition of a new baby! I grew up with pets but given our situation it was forbidden. I never imagined having a special little friend again. Finally my kids convinced me to take the plunge and it is amazing!
Have a great day and so good to see you all once again!
Welcome back!
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Thanks so much!!
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How are you?
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So good to see you, Lynn! And wonderful to hear what exciting times there have been for you. My daughter and her husband went to Hawaii too last month. So funny! Welcome to the new family member. Gosh, what a cutie 😍
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Oh my gosh that is so funny! Did they like it?
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They looooved it! They were visiting Oahu, Kauai, and Maui. They said each island was awesome but they liked Kauai best.
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So nice!!
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Did Osama and Jacki like it too?
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They did! They relaxed for sure
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Ah, wonderful! For sure they could relax when they have such a great family to watch over their 3 little treasures.
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Awwwe thank you sis 😍
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How could it be any different when there is so much love connecting your family💖
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Welcome back, dear sister. So nice to see you in here again 😀
Good to read, that you haven’t had time to be bored and congratulations with your new family member.
Much love to you ❤
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Your photos of the food look really good Lynn. Welcome back.
Leslie
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Thanks Leslie
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🙂
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It’s great to see you too Lynn. Lovely photos, and what a lovely new baby. We need details. Breed, boy or girl, name, please tell all!
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Girl, Pomeranian but not a toy, her name is Sophie!
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Our British Shorthair cat is Sophie!
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Oh my gosh!!! That is funny Peter
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Welcome back, Lynn! It’s great to see you again. Good to hear that everything is going so well for you and your family. Lovely photos!
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Thanks so well
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Welcome back! So happy to hear that so many good things are happening in your life.
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Thanks so much!
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Wow, how exciting! Wishing you the best 😊
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Thanks!
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How exciting!
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Hi!! How are you?
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Hello Lynn !!!! 🙂 . I missed you!! 🙂
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Hiiii I missed you tooo
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Lynn, so good that you are back. You have been missed! It sounds like a busy but fulfilling time. Your Sophie is so cute and sure she brings you great joy. 🙂
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I’m happy that you’re happy, Lynn! :). Good to hear from you again!
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Thanks Carmen
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So great to see you in the blogosphere again, Lyn. Congratulations on the cookbook–that’s amazing, and I look forward to details when it’s published. You have all been busy…and your new fur baby is beautiful!
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Thank you Pam! I never thought I would have a little cutie! It’s so much fun
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Welcome back…You have been busy…writing a cookbook isn’t easy but fun testing out recipes…Great images 🙂 x
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Thanks! Yes so busy
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Great to see you and your family Lynn! I know your cookbook will be delicious! xoK
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Thank you 😊 so good to see you!
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I’m happy to hear about all the wonder happenings in the family!!! Good to see you and happy you’re making great progress with your cookbook 🙂
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Thanks dear brother
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You are welcome, my dear, always.
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HELLO you have been in my thoughts a lot lately. I was just thinking your cookbook should be just about ready, I for one can’t wait. Love all the pictures of the family, my those grandbabies have grown. I love your new baby. Such a cutie. Nothing like the love of a pet, so unconditional and always happy to see you. Glad to see you back on here. SO do we have a date for the book launch? Life is good for us. Hope to see you on here a bit more. XXXsisterkat
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Well trying to really fine tune it. Date was June then September haha but I want it just right. It is kind of my legacy for kids grandkids and then hoping it sells but doesn’t matter. It’s tons of work but it is really getting there
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Put me at the top of the list for purchasing. I can’t wait. It is a work of love for sure. xx
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It is a work of love xxx
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Love you sister
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Lynn! It’s so good to see you back! I was just thinking about you wondering how you were doing. Thanks for sharing the pictures of your lovely family and now your new addition Sophie! 😀💖
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Thanks! Missed you 😀
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Oh my goodness, you have been busy. Thanks so much for bringing us up-to-date. Best wishes to all.
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Thanks Peggy!
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Lovely to hear from you, Lynn! And great to get so much good news. The family is thriving – you’ve really come a long way… Best of luck with the book. Hugs 😘😘😘
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Thanks so much Marina
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Welcome back, Lynn. Your news of family sounds like life is good for you these days. Great photos. And congratulations on your cookbook. ❤
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Thanks 😍 anything new with you?
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You have been busy with living! So many celebrations and milestones! Looking forward to seeing you again as your journey continues. Blessings! 🍃🌸
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Thanks Gail 😍
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It’s so good to see you, Lynn! Yes, you have been busy and it seems very positive! Thank you for sharing those wonderful photos! 😊
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Hi!! Good to see you
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Welcome back Lynn. It was lovely to read your news, and I love your new baby.
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Thanks Brigid 😊
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I’ve missed you, Lynn. How wonderful to see the photos, learn about all the fun going on in your life, the new four-legged baby, and most of all the work on your cookbook! Congrats on your progress. Have a wonderful day reconnecting with blog friends. ❤
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Good luck with the book!
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I totally understand about the time it takes to prepare a cookbook. I too am working on a cookbook and I had totally ignored my blog. Over the summer I decided to start blogging again which I love and my cookbook was on hold. Time to get back to it! Enjoyed reading your post
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Wow Lynn, you have been busy. When do you expect the cookbook to be published? The photos of the dishes included in this post are so delicious looking. Beautiful photos of your family and so glad to hear that everyone is doing well and exploring the world. Love your little furkid as well!! Have a fabulous rest of the weekend!! ~Steph
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Lots of great stuff have happened and still happening, it sounds like.
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