Last Updated on January 11, 2025 by Lisa Keys
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 on the griever with love, strength and enthusiasm. You never close the door. You keep him ever alive in your hearts. Please continue to tell me all that you do and how you remember him.
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 in the kitchen. 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?
I just love apple pie and am constantly trying new pastry decorations and filling combinations. This surprise fennel apple pie is one of my favorites.
Get the recipe for these unusual concha spice cookies for your dessert table. Happy Thanksgiving. May you be surrounded by those you love most.
Julie
I love you so much! Happy Thanksgiving, KikiMa! ❤️
Kim Rollings
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!
Lisa
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.
Ronna F
It was a beautiful day here too ❤️
Lisa
So glad you enjoyed your day.
Lisa
Happy Thanksgiving! Love the quote and how you are such a strong kind person. XOXO
Lisa
I love how cooking and blogging brought us together! Thanks for being such a good friend.
Paula
You stole my heart years ago ♥️
Lisa
You have always had my back. Happy holidays dear lady.
Ronna F
Sounds like a wonderful Thanksgiving!!! ❤️
Sherb
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
Lisa
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.
Rebecka
You amaze me ❤️
Lisa
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.
Carol
William will always be in our hearts. You inspire us all Lisa! Thankful to have you in my life ❤️
Lisa
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.
Brenda Washnock
Thinking of you today Lisa, I think I'll make some Sweet William Cookies soon.
Lisa
Well you just made my day. Those cookies were my very first blog post. I am honored that you bake them.