Happy Birthday…Well…To Me.
43The Interwebs are a funny place. They make our world so large, and yet also so small. So informed and yet also so naive. We fool ourselves into imagining we can explore life from the comfort of our couches, and forget the importance of teaching the next generation how to write, how to shake someone’s hand and look them in the eye, how to set a nice table.
Clearly, there can be no birthday without cake. Photo Credit: Annie Laurie Malarkey | Capital Grille
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, it is officially the annual birthday musings, where I look fondly (and at times not so fondly) on years past, and look eagerly (always eagerly) ahead. This past year was a good one…full of wiggly foster puppies, recharging trips to the Coast, indulgent lobster bakes for the masses, and quiet days at home.
We lost our sweet Onca, but found our sweet Louise, and I finally conquered my fear of Hollondaise with my dear friend Chelsey’s guidance. All in all I feel proud of the last year, and excited about what’s ahead.
My wish for my birthday this year is to continue to be able to do what I love…to cook, to eat, to dance in the kitchen until I’ve lost my breath, and to do it all with those that I cherish.
And so with that, I want to say Thank You. Thank you for each comment, each time you passed a recipe onto a friend, each new reader that joined. Thank you for being here, for being part of it all, for helping share my stories. Thank you for encouraging me when I thought there wasn’t anyone else out there, and for helping be a part of hopefully turning this little blog, and one Attainable Gourmet, into something real. I couldn’t do it without you.
xo,
Erina
Many, many years ago…but determined to never lose that optimism and spirit.
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Happy Birthday Erina!
Always loved that pic of you and your big Daddy.
Thanks for the inspiration all year long!
Thanks Stephanie…it’s a great picture indeed! I hope to continue to deliver in the inspiration department.
Wishing you a glorious day on your birthday, Erina! May the coming year bring beautiful experiences, prosperity, delicious food, and of course love! Thinking of you today… =)
Abbie – So lovely to hear from you! Beautiful experiences, prosperity, delicious food, and love…I’ll TAKE IT!
Happy Birthday Erina – great post! So inspiring! MWAH
Happy Birthday Erina! So glad the interwebs have made our paths cross and intertwine in this city. Looking forward to what comes next 🙂
I feel the same way Alyssa. Hooray for our paths crossing…excited for many more dinners and happy hours!
You are so lovely. Happy Birthday!!!
Thank you Ila!
Now I know why I baked a pear/almond cake today. Two pieces are for YOU!
May all your birthday wishes come true!
Yay! A very happy birthday 🙂 All the best for the year to come. And Thank You too
Thanks Christine!! It was a great day.
Happy Birthday!
Thanks lady…I admit it…I love the Birthdays!
Happy birthday! I’m so glad I’ve discovered your blog this summer. Here’s to many more wonderful years of cooking, eating, and writing.
Happy birthday! Hope you had a wonderful day! : )
Thanks Allison! Now I’ve just got to wait until next year to do it all over again!
Erina, Wishing you the most delicious birthday year!!! What a wonderful gift for me to have discovered you and your fabulous blog. Happy Birthday friend!!
I couldn’t agree more! Here’s to fellow foodie friends…there really is nothing better! Look forward to seeing you at the next event!
Happy birthday, Erina! Thank YOU for for all you share in your lovely blog. Wishing you a wonderful year ahead filled with lots of happy cooking and eating.
Cooking and eating…I’ve definitely got that!! So glad we met!