tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post5889333976217226112..comments2024-01-01T19:20:57.438-05:00Comments on Culinary in the Desert: Way overdue...Joehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12900263145684208002noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-3253063374123969802011-10-12T10:58:49.723-04:002011-10-12T10:58:49.723-04:00Joe, we miss you and have gotten quite accustomed ...Joe, we miss you and have gotten quite accustomed to your new and interesting blogs every few days. Now it seems that we must "only imagine" what is going on.....have you gotten bored with the blogging world? Did you get a job? Are you okay health wise? Is Jeff okay? You have many cyber-friends who are wondering what is going on with you. Miss you.jancdnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-5285316285913441632011-10-10T22:42:36.207-04:002011-10-10T22:42:36.207-04:00Joe--You've given so much to this blog and it ...Joe--You've given so much to this blog and it is understandable that you need time to focus on other areas of your life. I am hopeful you will be able to post occasionally but I also know that feeling when you have reached the natural end of something, and maybe that is where you are right now. I will just have to reread and find the posts I missed! See you around. --Jessica (CLBB)Jessica Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01490898997715814255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-62634339579909780742011-10-02T13:46:10.065-04:002011-10-02T13:46:10.065-04:00Glad you're back. My niece got a 6 mo puppy wh...Glad you're back. My niece got a 6 mo puppy who is a "wild child" too. She got a bark collar with a remote control that gives little shocks. I thought it was cruel, but after seeing the changes in the puppy after a couple of weeks, I think the process was worth it. She no longer barks at everything & all my niece has to do is hold up the remote & she doesn't jump on people or go nuts. It's amazing, though probably hard to institute for those with a soft heart.<br /><br />Martha in KSAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-70541825693150917472011-09-30T22:15:56.475-04:002011-09-30T22:15:56.475-04:00First I read about Jeff surgeries. I wish him wel...First I read about Jeff surgeries. I wish him well. Take your time, I find that blogging is taking a lot of my time and don't do it as much as I would like but I have a family to take care and it is the top priority in my life. I still love blogging but when I can. Even if you update once a month that would be nice. If you don't have time to take pics of the food you can always tell us when ones were your fav during the month. And pics of the dogs are always welcome. Take care!La Cuisine d'Helenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13364824048171251506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-45282168735103508542011-09-29T14:24:36.880-04:002011-09-29T14:24:36.880-04:00I add my "love" too. But, I surely do u...I add my "love" too. But, I surely do understand how much time it can all take.<br /><br />Hope you'll decide to continue though. :-) I'm selfish that way. LOLAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-16717476151713982852011-09-28T22:58:35.901-04:002011-09-28T22:58:35.901-04:00Hope you decide to continue the blog - in some fas...Hope you decide to continue the blog - in some fashion. It is enjoyed by many.Linda Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03804116436023377666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-38538941856233510932011-09-27T10:06:43.724-04:002011-09-27T10:06:43.724-04:00Taking time off is great. I took some time off, a ...Taking time off is great. I took some time off, a bit more than you oops 2 years. But figuring out a great balance in life is important.Hallie Faehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01722876670882150549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-39219264309032507152011-09-27T08:43:09.565-04:002011-09-27T08:43:09.565-04:00I keep my old habit of looking at your site every ...I keep my old habit of looking at your site every morning. Gosh, I wish for a surprise posting. Old habits die hard, for the thousands of us that became fans of Culinary in the Desert.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-47627376007241038202011-09-26T16:30:09.831-04:002011-09-26T16:30:09.831-04:00Don't make us all go cold turkey!! Perhaps yo...Don't make us all go cold turkey!! Perhaps you could post a couple of times per week instead of every day. Maybe 1 reipe at a timeCarolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07561146663425612610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-5531745415680136772011-09-24T18:29:17.641-04:002011-09-24T18:29:17.641-04:00Hi Joe
Just wanted to reiterate what everyone els...Hi Joe<br /><br />Just wanted to reiterate what everyone else has said!<br /><br />I am glad you're all ok, it is always worrying when people stop posting for a while, though I did manage to find you on twitter and your occasional tweets were reassuring! <br /><br />I really hope you continue to blog as your blog has been a favourite of mine for a good few years now, but if it is just turning into an extra stress then maybe you do need a break from it for a while. I very much hope you continue though :)Juliahttp://cafelula.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-35150900700029339362011-09-23T00:39:09.950-04:002011-09-23T00:39:09.950-04:00Hi Joe,
Just wanted to chime in with everyone else...Hi Joe,<br />Just wanted to chime in with everyone else and say I'm glad everyone is ok and I hope you'll keep posting if and when you have time. Your blog is fantastic!<br /> -MeganMeganhttp://viaviands.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-90088285063925002662011-09-22T22:38:16.924-04:002011-09-22T22:38:16.924-04:00Joe, I love your blog, besides having amazing reci...Joe, I love your blog, besides having amazing recipes, your pictures and descriptions of the food add so much to each recipe. Yours is the only blog that I check, plus your posts on CLBB. I would never hesitate to try something you have posted.<br /><br />Once, I even had a question for you on one of your recipes, sent you an email and your responded with suggestions very promptly.<br /><br />Several of your recipes have become family favs.<br /><br />I hope you find time in your busy life to continue with this blog, if not, thank you for so many wonderful recipes.<br /><br />ctr264 (CLBB)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-72869920945926550542011-09-21T22:15:43.025-04:002011-09-21T22:15:43.025-04:00So happy to read that things are good just busy. ...So happy to read that things are good just busy. As others have said, do what's best for you and Jeff.<br /><br />Funny I've been swamped so haven't checked your blog in a bit, but haven't seen you on the CLBB that much -- so made me hope things were ok.<br /><br />Best. Awesome blog and recipes. I am amazed how you once said that you weren't much of a cook until recently. You are soooo talented.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-24579675826505717602011-09-21T08:46:47.628-04:002011-09-21T08:46:47.628-04:00I have always loved your posts and recipes but tot...I have always loved your posts and recipes but totally understand how life can get in the way of posting as frequently as you had been. Would still love to see you a couple of times a week if time and your heart allow you to. Good luck to Jeff and you whichever decision you come to. :)margothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02664272411781317350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-32028520429954391022011-09-19T11:55:09.627-04:002011-09-19T11:55:09.627-04:00I have never left a comment on your blog before, t...I have never left a comment on your blog before, though I have been diligently reading it for at least a couple of years. I was almost afraid to read your post today, as I've been checking at least once a week for the past two months. I think there are many of us "lurkers" who admire your blog work, but more importantly, care about you and your welfare. When a blog has been part of your life for so long, the people become real, even though you have never met them. I was terribly afraid something awful had happened to you.<br /><br />Please don't quit Joe. Your photos don't have to be works of art, your food doesn't always have to be a masterpiece. But whatever you decide to do, just know that you have made an impact on many of us in this world. And I thank you from Lincoln, Nebraska!Diane from Nebraskanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-30254765657211096702011-09-19T11:06:58.558-04:002011-09-19T11:06:58.558-04:00Glad to see you back! I have been checking every ...Glad to see you back! I have been checking every couple of days to see if you posted. Hopefully you will still find some time to post occationally to keep us updated on your life. I will miss the almost daily posts with new and very, very good recipes...I use your blog as a go to source when I am looking for something to make. Do whatever you have to do just know you will be missed!PamChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03971089110547194844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-19005335196666368252011-09-19T10:49:11.310-04:002011-09-19T10:49:11.310-04:00So glad your back, I was beginning to think the wo...So glad your back, I was beginning to think the worst!<br /><br />BarbAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-53186910795718040062011-09-18T21:29:03.186-04:002011-09-18T21:29:03.186-04:00I do like how both pooches are in your header!I do like how both pooches are in your header!Amy Shermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16899745451564919389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-13505863182772940072011-09-18T19:22:31.077-04:002011-09-18T19:22:31.077-04:00Yay! You made it back posting! Happy Fall and he...Yay! You made it back posting! Happy Fall and healthy rest-of-the-year from Minneapolis.MaryBethnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-50634213660198451092011-09-18T18:53:57.307-04:002011-09-18T18:53:57.307-04:00Joe,
As you can see from all the posts, you sure...Joe,<br /> As you can see from all the posts, you sure have been missed. Some have said it perfectly. Do what feels right. You have to do what feels right. Even though you have quite a following, I think everyone would understand if you cannot keep it going. You have been very forthcoming, and I know everyone wishes you both the best. It would be nice to see a post every once in a while letting everyone know how it is going. Worst case, I think we would all be very lucky to just have ongoing access to six years of your fabulous recipes and pictures. I did not find your blog until about two years ago, so I still enjoy perusing all six years worth. <br />You know that saying, "Life is what happens while you were making other plans." Isn't that the truth! Regardless of what the future holds, thanks so much for such a great go to cooking resource online. Even if you cannot continue to add recipes, your site will remain a winner, and I wish you and Jeff all the best that life has to offer.<br />best regards,<br />Victoria F.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-20265711595075934692011-09-18T08:26:33.958-04:002011-09-18T08:26:33.958-04:00Glad to hear you are both well! I certainly have ...Glad to hear you are both well! I certainly have missed your posts, but I so know what you are talking about. I have been absent on my blog for over a year. The relaxing and enjoying piece that I love of cooking and baking started to be pushed out of the way by photography, paying attention to every ingredient I tweaked, writing about it and choosing photos. I have yet to find the balance, but I certainly hope you do as I love your blog!Kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03172130514847688447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-66329677827761428942011-09-18T00:13:39.723-04:002011-09-18T00:13:39.723-04:00It is so good to hear from you!!! Sounds like lif...It is so good to hear from you!!! Sounds like life has been pretty crazy for all of you. I'm at a similar place with my blog and I'm starting to think that infrequent postings are better than nothing at all - but make it on your time. IF you have time to snap a photo and write a post, do it, but don't make it an issue that adds discomfort to real life, you know? Whatever you decide, I'm glad to know you and I hope life is good to both you and Jeff, and the doggles.<br /><br />PS - your King Arthur apple bars remain my most favorite of all your recipes. Nom!Rinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13209460847141125783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-26205216376209734292011-09-17T18:51:03.701-04:002011-09-17T18:51:03.701-04:00So glad to hear you are both okay! I have missed ...So glad to hear you are both okay! I have missed your posts and hope that you don't end the blog...I can't imagine all the time it must take to take the pictures of all your food and write up a post etc., but know that it is much appreciated! Thank you for all of your posts, and I will (hopefully?) look forward to more in the future :-)<br /><br />CourtneyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-52074172270912257512011-09-17T17:59:38.650-04:002011-09-17T17:59:38.650-04:00I don't comment often on your blog but I have ...I don't comment often on your blog but I have missed it terribly! I know how "life can get in the way" of blogging and it certainly hard to get back into the swing of things with pics and all. Hope you do post again though soon! You always have great recipes and are very missed!!!!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02476562676908314541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14099844.post-54848879582805582402011-09-17T15:56:30.425-04:002011-09-17T15:56:30.425-04:00Joe, I have missed your culinary expertise and adv...Joe, I have missed your culinary expertise and adventures. Just yesterday I went to Cooking Light to see if you had posted recently since I was sincerely worried about you. I totally understand not having time for your blog, but I do hope you'll continue to post when time permits because so many look forward to reading your blog. Please know that so many of your virtual friends send good thoughts to you & Jeff & your babies.Michelenoreply@blogger.com