1000+ Hits... Why I Will Continue to Blog

I thought I'd take a moment to reflect...especially since 1,000 hits seems to be a bit of a milestone. I think 5,000 would be the next one and after that 10,000. It just seems crazy that there has been that much interest in an idea that I started to help out one woman.

I find myself especially motivated to really get people thinking and excited by cooking. Our current world is surrounded by so many "convenience" foods that I think people just find it easier to use those foods. But I'm convinced that convenience doesn't necessarily mean better or healthier or even all that more convenient. It's definitely easier in terms of thinking effort and perhaps it's nice and easy to stick a ready made something into the oven - but in the long run, I think we are doing our bodies and our families a disservice.

I keep posting and writing for that reason. If I can convince a few people at at time that it is possible to cook easily, deliciously, and healthily - then I think it's worth it. Home cooking not only feeds the body, but it definitely feeds the soul. You'll feel that much better when your family eats a meal that you've prepared that hasn't come out of plastic or a box - and instead comes from a bit more effort on your part, but with more nutrition and love. (and minus preservatives and chemicals!) You'll get satisfaction from seeing loved ones around you well fed, and they in turn will appreciate your small effort on their behalf.

Thanks for all the support! Happy cooking everyone!