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Thankful For You and Pretty Desserts

It’s been 4240 days since I lost my son and you are still here. I am thankful for you. Through the deepest darkest days and a few bright ones, there you are, cheering with love, strength and enthusiasm. You never closed the door. You keep him ever alive in your hearts.

Me and my children. Thankful for you.

This quote, by Ralph Waldo Emerson, is from my heart to yours.

“Comfort on difficult days, smiles when sadness intrudes, rainbows to follow the clouds, laughter to kiss your lips, sunsets to warm your heart, hugs when spirits sag, beauty for your eyes to see, friendships to brighten your being, faith so that you can believe, confidence for when you doubt, courage to know yourself, patience to accept the truth, Love to complete your life.”

― Ralph Waldo Emerson

What are you thankful for? Not only am I thankful for you, but I am also thankful for dessert. It’s when I am mixing science with art that I feel the most magic of his presence. Here are a few of my latest creations in photos. I hope they bring a lip-smacking smile to your face. Which one is your favorite?

Thankful for apple pie.
miso caramel apple pie
Thankful for black raspberry crumb bars.
black raspberry crumb bars
Thankful for mango concha cookies.
mango concha cookies

Happy Thanksgiving. May you be surrounded by those you love most.

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Julie

    November 24, 2022 at 1:36 pm

    I love you so much! Happy Thanksgiving, KikiMa! ❤️

    Reply
  2. Kim Rollings

    November 25, 2022 at 10:56 am

    The holidays are so difficult when you’ve lost a love one. Thank you for that beautiful quote, Lisa. I hope you had a good Thanksgiving!

    Reply
    • Lisa

      November 25, 2022 at 8:30 pm

      Thank you Kim. Thanksgiving was a great day surrounded by my family. We did a lot of cooking and enjoyed a family croquet tournament outside in the unusually warm weather. As always there was an extra chair at the table.

      Reply
      • Ronna F

        November 26, 2022 at 10:05 am

        It was a beautiful day here too ❤️

      • Lisa

        November 26, 2022 at 11:13 am

        So glad you enjoyed your day.

  3. Lisa

    November 25, 2022 at 11:43 am

    Happy Thanksgiving! Love the quote and how you are such a strong kind person. XOXO

    Reply
    • Lisa

      November 25, 2022 at 8:28 pm

      I love how cooking and blogging brought us together! Thanks for being such a good friend.

      Reply
      • Paula

        November 28, 2022 at 8:23 pm

        You stole my heart years ago ♥️

      • Lisa

        November 29, 2022 at 11:06 am

        You have always had my back. Happy holidays dear lady.

  4. Ronna F

    November 26, 2022 at 9:58 am

    Sounds like a wonderful Thanksgiving!!! ❤️

    Reply
  5. Sherb

    November 26, 2022 at 6:40 pm

    So grateful for your courage, your vulnerability, your deep deep love for family…and others. Sharing your story with honesty, authenticity and love is one of the greatest gifts I’ve seen. Love had no boundaries. You inspire us all forward to take each day as a gift. Thanks for teaching by doing. Much love to you and your family! So Thankful

    Reply
    • Lisa

      November 27, 2022 at 8:33 am

      Thank you for your kind and gentle words. Somehow I think you have known the secret to living a good life for a very long time.

      Reply
  6. Rebecka

    November 27, 2022 at 8:17 am

    You amaze me ❤️

    Reply
    • Lisa

      November 27, 2022 at 8:31 am

      No choice but to try and celebrate him and all of you who know grief well. Your faith in God and me has had a huge impact.

      Reply
  7. Carol

    November 28, 2022 at 6:24 am

    William will always be in our hearts. You inspire us all Lisa! Thankful to have you in my life ❤️

    Reply
    • Lisa

      November 28, 2022 at 11:18 am

      And sooooooo thankful for you. You got the worst of me and still you are here. You are an amazing friend to all who are blessed to know you…including all the furry ones, too.

      Reply
  8. Brenda Washnock

    November 28, 2022 at 11:04 am

    Thinking of you today Lisa, I think I’ll make some Sweet William Cookies soon.

    Reply
    • Lisa

      November 28, 2022 at 11:16 am

      Well you just made my day. Those cookies were my very first blog post. I am honored that you bake them.

      Reply

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