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Thank you for the Best 2018

Published: Dec 31, 2018 · Modified: Jan 24, 2024 by Lisa Keys · This post may contain affiliate links · 34 Comments

Last Updated on January 24, 2024 by Lisa Keys

Thank you for a year that brought me more peace than ever. The best news is learning the US Navy has recognized sleep deprivation as a rather big cause of military accidents on ships and across the board has put some rules into place to prevent further tragedy related to lack of sleep. It was early on in my blogging when I first wrote about the issue of sleep deprivation here.

thank you for friends cooking together

I also enjoyed some really fun food experiences traveling to Oregon compliments of my Saucy Mama friends then to Alabama for the World Food Championships and most recently to New York City for a holiday baking challenge sponsored by Kellogg's cereal where I got to hang out with these two.

Thanks in 2018 for Kellog's competition me with Tony the Tiger.
Me with Padma Lakshmi in Kellogg's kitchen.

My next big challenge happens in February and I dare say I will truly be out of my comfort zone. Have you heard of TEDx talks? I've been invited to give one at Furman University. The talk is titled, "How to Celebrate a Life A Food Blog". Never in a million did I think this blog would lead me to the big stage. Surely taking the road less travelled and going public with my grief has allowed William's light to shine brighter. May it never dim.

Happy New Year and thank you for hanging out with me.

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  1. patcook1

    December 31, 2018 at 9:27 pm

    God Bless! You are the BEST!

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 8:15 am

      Just trying to be my best self under the circumstances. Happy New Year dear friend.

      Reply
  2. Lacey

    December 31, 2018 at 9:29 pm

    This is amazing Lisa. You should be so proud! All good things to come. Happy New Year! Xo

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 8:16 am

      Well you will laugh at me when I tell you I had to look up what a TED talk is.

      Reply
  3. Kerry

    December 31, 2018 at 9:34 pm

    Happy New Year Lisa . You’re an inspiration to so many. Peace, joy and health in 2019. Looking forward to Tuscon. See you there

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 9:46 pm

      Looking forward to seeing you in AZ 2019 will be a good year

      Reply
  4. rainbowwayfarms

    December 31, 2018 at 9:37 pm

    So excited to see what you do in 2019! So thankful for your friendship! ❤️

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 8:16 am

      What ever comes are way we will tackle it

      Reply
  5. valleygirlwalking

    January 01, 2019 at 5:43 am

    Happy New Year! ✨⭐️

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 8:31 am

      and all the best to you...thank you for stopping by

      Reply
  6. cookinformyboys

    January 01, 2019 at 5:54 am

    What a well deserved honor! ❤️

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 8:17 am

      Yes and looking forward to this new challenge

      Reply
  7. Louis Matino

    January 01, 2019 at 11:11 am

    Great news about the Navy. Reading that book Extreme Leadership indicated they seemed to operate with minimal sleep often. Glad they are fixing that.

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 2:51 pm

      Supposedly a sign of strength, but someone should always be looking out for them. Sleep deprivation is like driving drunk. Pretty sure no one would be steering a ship if they were plastered.

      Reply
  8. Carol Walsh

    January 01, 2019 at 1:56 pm

    Glad to hear the Navy finally recognized the impact sleep deprivation has on our military. Let us know when the ted talk is happening...onward and upward always my friend! <3

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 2:48 pm

      Took them too long to figure out how to better protect our kids.

      Reply
  9. thegsandwich

    January 01, 2019 at 5:58 pm

    Wonderful news Lisa. I'm sure you will ace your speech. Good luck!

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 6:26 pm

      I have not done any public speaking, so a bit nervous, but that is part of the mission-stepping out of the comfort.

      Reply
  10. Marcie

    January 01, 2019 at 6:13 pm

    Lisa, I've said this so many times, but you are truly a wonderful role model, and a compassionate, thoughtful, exemplary person to be listened to! So glad that you made an impact with the military. And we'll all be listening to your Ted talk! Good luck with that. I wish for strenght, peace, love and many tasty dishes for us all in 2019. xo

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 6:25 pm

      And you inspire me so much that you and Harrison will be mentioned in my TEDx talk. I will send for your approval.

      Reply
      • Marcie

        January 01, 2019 at 6:33 pm

        Wow! Really? I can't imagine! I'm looking forward to hearing you!

  11. Mary R Shivers

    January 01, 2019 at 8:48 pm

    Lisa, you never cease to amaze me!

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 9:46 pm

      And you are very kind. Happy 2019

      Reply
  12. athomewrebecka

    January 01, 2019 at 9:10 pm

    You’ve had an incredible year Lisa! I know you will be amazing on Ted Talk. Many blessings for 2019!

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    • Lisa

      January 01, 2019 at 9:47 pm

      And happy you were a big part of 2018 being so good to me

      Reply
      • athomewrebecka

        January 08, 2019 at 11:35 am

        And you to me! #FFF ❤️

  13. patrice

    January 02, 2019 at 12:05 am

    You are an inspirational force to be reckoned with in everything you do. Wish I could hear your speech.

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    • Lisa

      January 02, 2019 at 7:54 am

      You are among those who have shaped who I am today. In fact, you are mentioned in my speech as well. It will be available on the university web site at some point.

      Reply
  14. Jersey Girl Cooks

    January 02, 2019 at 12:43 pm

    Happy new year Lisa! You are an inspiration to so many and I am so proud to call you my friend! I cant wait to see what else the future holds for you. XOXO

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    • Lisa

      January 05, 2019 at 10:08 am

      The blog would not be what it is today had I not met you at that conference so many years ago. You are the kindest teacher!

      Reply
  15. Sallie Smith

    January 05, 2019 at 7:21 am

    You are the most sincere person I know!
    This stage was built for you Lisa! Happy New Year

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    • Lisa

      January 05, 2019 at 10:09 am

      I appreciate that and you being here <3

      Reply
  16. Kim

    January 09, 2019 at 8:21 am

    You should be on that stage. What a wonderful honor, Lisa!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      January 09, 2019 at 8:56 am

      I have no experience in public speaking what so ever, so this will be a challenge like no other

      Reply

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