It’s important to speak the things that remain unspoken… or rather, type the things that remain untyped.
When you comment on my blog, I see you and I appreciate you. I know it takes precious minutes out of your important day to scroll down the page, type in your information, and leave a message for me. I know that you don’t have to do this at all. I know that you could easily click over to Smitten Kitchen (which would be awesome), that you could click the other tab in your browser and continue watching Bachelor Pad on Hulu (because that’s totally what I would do), that you could go make yourself another cup of coffee (duh). Instead you take the time to say hello to me. That makes you amazing.
I see you, and I appreciate you. I read your comments from my phone first thing in the morning. I read your comments when I’m waiting in line at the grocery. When I’m at a restaurant and my companion has run to the restroom… I’m reading your comments. Truth is… I love you in a weird way. I think we’re friends. Other truth is… I try my hardest to respond to all of your questions and concerns in the comment section, and I’m not always the best at it. Just as a tip: I’m pretty stellar at responding to people on Twitter. That’s true. Despite my flaws, I am indebted to you.
I’m here to graciously offer my gratitude. I really do appreciate that you come here and take the time to let me know that you are, in fact, here. It really means so much to me. Without your comments… I’m kinda just a weird girl that makes too many cookies and talks to her cat. Thank you for making me more than that (although I’d be totally fine with being a cookie-maker-cat-speaker). I appreciate you, and I don’t take your presence for granted. I find you to be a blessing in my life.
Jenni
I love how you blog and tell us about your day’s events, sharing with us a bit of your life. That’s what makes me feel like we know you too; its personal and really great. Thank YOU for sharing your lovely self with the world Joy…you really are a piece of sunshine. :) Hugs!
Noble G.
Your blog posts always brighten my day! I guess that’s one thing that tends to remain un-typed, too. Happy Tuesday to you! :)
Elizabeth
I think this is my first time commenting on one of your posts, don’t know what took so long! But I couldn’t pass up the chance to say how much I enjoy the real way you write. The way you are totally you all the time, it is refreshing!
Way to be great Joy, way to be!
Julie N.
you are adorbz
Briel K.
Keep up the great work Joy! I love reading your blog because you are real with us and share yummy recipes but mostly I’m here for cat pictures. haha J/k but for reals, thanks for always sharing your life with us and being so responsive on twitter. Maybe one of these days when I go to Venice I’ll let you know ahead of time so we can grab a bite or something!
Amanda Leigh
I’m one of those pesky lurker people.. But, please know that while you’re reading your comments (anywhere and everywhere!) I’m reading your blog, following your Instagram feed and listening to you and Tracy in the background.
Much love in this comment – because I never have that much to say otherwise!
Yael
You are just lovely and true and quite simply a joy to read x
Sandy
You are one of the sweetest people in this blog world..thank you for reminding all of us a little kindness goes a long way
Greg
I had not read this post before. Not sure I’ve commented before. Just wanted you to know that your blog (with its great recipes, photos, and commentary) is one of the two reasons that I am staring to cook for enjoyment (no pun intended) again after a too many year hiatus. Thank you so much! Keep it up!
lyndsay
sweetly put, joy! love your blog, one of my favourites and one of the best out there, for sure! ^__^
Sandra
Hiii Joy! :D
I don’t know at all if this is my first comment here in your lovely Blog. I must say to you that I love all your recipes, your photographies and a lot, your cat! I’d like to have also a cat -it’s name would be: Coffee, Macchiato or CoffeeLatte-!!! But I have no cats. I have two lovely rabbits and they are sweety enough for me.
I think you’re not the only one who appreciate to have comments on the blog entries, this feeling when you have a new comment, it makes me super happy! Hope you’re OK and someday I wish I could bake something that appears here!!
Kind regards :)
Tish
I think it’s a joy reading your blog and thank you for sharing so much of yourself and your cat-talking life.
joythebaker
man… so much cat talk.
Carina
Hi Joy! I never comment on your blog, or most the others I read. It’s mostly because I don’t feel I have anything very important to say, and you are so successful and get so many comments. It’s amazing to be reminded that every comment matters. Every comment has the power to make your lame wait at the dentist inspiring or fun. I like to think of the happy, supportive comments reaching you at random times. Thanks for the great post about why it makes sense to comment, even if what you have to say is unimportant.
joythebaker
i appreciate you!!
MaryW
And we love you too! And your cookies! And your cat!
jolie from Joeycake
You are a dear-heart.
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