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I am obsessed with lists, and if you were to take a peek at my iPhone notepad right now you’d find over 30 pages of random lists. They range from recipes, grocery store items, websites, restaurants, and things to do, to the dimensions of the space where my microwave is placed. Not only do I like to make lists, I like following through with the items even more. Some call it obsessive, I call it supreme organization.
One of the items on one of the numerous MBA related lists was to write this post. So with a little time on my hands, I decided I’d take few a few minutes and cross this one off. I’m also kind of obsessed with my phone. I realized the other night that I checked my iPhone somewhere in the ballpark of 10 times within a one hour television show that I was supposed to be watching with Brian. What was I hoping to find buried inside my email box, twitter, or MBA? I have no freaking idea and that’s quite pathetic.
Not only am I moderately obsessive, but I also suffer from self-diagnosed ADD. Call me on the phone; odds are I’ll listen to about 40% of what you’re saying. Not because I don’t care, but because I’m always juggling at least 5 things at once…and lately, I’m dropping the balls. My friend Brittani actually quizzes me on items in our conversations to see if I am listening…I often fail…again, pathetic. Does that make me a bad friend, daughter, sister or girlfriend? Not really, because although I may not pay attention to 60% of life’s daily ramblings…I’ll stick by your side like no other when I am really needed. That much I can promise.
You are probably sitting at your computer right now thinking, what the hell is going on? Where are the cupcakes, where’s the freaking chocolate, where are the photos, and what’s with all this useless information? Well, here’s the deal. After posting my story about my breast cancer scare, I got a bunch of emails with a common theme. Many expressed gratitude for putting my life out there in black and white; however, beyond the thank yous was something a little deeper. Many of the emails used words to describe that post as real, authentic, and transparent and those simple words got me thinking…am I fake? Is this blog simply a sugared over concoction of my life? Yes, and no. I’m guarded…sure I’ll sprinkle in some sarcasm and wit here and there, but does my blog represent my true self? Probably not. Why? Because truthfully, I never thought people would give a rat’s ass about anything beyond the sugar. Oddly enough some of you do, so I’ve decided to take that leap and maybe offer up a little bit more of myself intertwined with all that sugary goodness.
Maybe you actually care that I have a fear of entering banks, that I use profanity as a stress reliever, that I can’t chew gum for longer than 10 minutes without swallowing it, or that I often contemplate why my dog’s feet smell like Fritos…and maybe you don’t, but I figured I’d throw it out there. Take it or leave it.
I have been reading your blog for over a year now and I am glad that you decided to share more! On the chewing gum part: you’re not alone in this. i do the same thing :)
Ok, I have to admit that the post title had me looking for exotic sugar ideas, but…I agree with Amber. It’s nice to know that there is more than just a cupcake obsessive person behind this blog. :-) Thanks for sharing.
I really like the new more personal blog posts…..and the sugar too!
Now its gonna feel like a blog by a person instead of a company!! At first thats exactly what I thought, this was blog put out by some company because it was so sterile. Don’t get my wrong, I loved the recipes but missed a personal feel! :D And to all those with frito smelling dog paws…I heard it was because their diet was high in corn. Dont know if thats true or not???? I had the same problem with my sweet pups and changed their food and now no more frito smell!
I love it! You are in no way fake, just guarded in what you put out there. You stay more focused on the recipes, which are always fabulous. I will admit that I love the personal bits too. I think it’s easy for us as readers to think you’re this perfect baker lady because everything is so gorgeous and well done on your site. (It seems like you’re a full time professional.) At the end of the day, I kinda prefer to know that you’re a real person juggling a “real” job and life with your baking passion, because that’s what I do too. The “real” stuff makes me feel like I can connect to you better as a reader. Do whatever works for you though, because it’s not always easy to share with the world!
This is the first thing that has put a smile on my face all day! Thank you – I needed to smile… it’s been a trying day. And now I am contemplating why a dog’s paws would smell like Fritos. Hmmm…
Have a FANTASTIC weekend!
GREAT POST! I love it. I never really thought about your blog needing more than sugar and yummy looking pics, but I must admit it’s always fun getting to know the writer behind the blog. I haven’t been blogging at my personal blog long, and I’m trying to figure out my writing style… I think I’m a bit more random, and dramatic when I talk in “real life” and I’m not sure how well that comes across in blogging form, so I’ve toned down a lot. Sometimes it is tempting to just go at it with a who the heck cares attitude. Perhaps I will :) Oh, and the thing about swallowing your gum after 10 minutes, me too! I don’t care what people say about it staying in your stomach for 7 years!
My dog’s feet smell like fritos, too! :)
Jamie – I love your blog. I’ve been lurking for awhile, but I enjoy your recipes as much as I do the insights into your life. I have never thought of you as fake. As a fellow blogger, I understand the trepidation about putting too much out there. Even though my blog title forces me to be very open, I still have limits. Sharing your cancer diagnosis and battle is very brave — health continues to be a very private thing for even the most open people. I’ve seen this many times in my work as a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. I admire your candid words and willingness to share. Keep the great posts coming.
I’ll take it! Jamie, you know I was a long time reader of your blog before we ever met in person. What surprised me most about meeting you in person is just how wonderfully, hilariously, perfectly honest and acerbic you are. It was so refreshing given the conference we were both attending. I’m glad that you’re opening the door for more of your readers to know more about you. They’re going to love you as much as I do.