To My Readers,
I'd thought about sharing a cute little recipe today and saying something sweet like "Look what I made for you!" but it didn't feel genuine enough. I thought about doing a round-up post of various chocolatey vegan desserts from around the interwebs but I didn't have time and really, what I want to say to you isn't about chocolate.
Almost two years ago, I posted my first post. It wasn't until I'd posted a few more that I got a comment on one of them and I was just over the moon! I had a giddy smile plastered to my face all day because that meant someone had read what I'd written. That someone actually liked something I shared.
Now, I get comments all the time and that giddiness has not worn away over time. Every comment or email I get still feels like the first one and in fact, that "over-the-moon" feeling I had the first time is multiplied by 1,000. That's one of the definitions of love, right? When every kiss still feels like the first one?
I don't always have time to respond to your comments, especially lately, but I do read and smile over each and every one. When you take pictures of my recipes that you've made and you share them with me, I still get butterflies. I probably don't tell you enough but I truly love you guys. The joy you bring into my life is immeasurable. This blog and my little community of readers truly make my day, everyday.
Keepin' It Kind would not be what it is today if it weren't for you. I woke up this morning with overwhelming gratitude for all of you for it is because of you that I am living my dream right now. I am so blessed to have you in my life.
I'm sorry I didn't bring flowers or chocolate for you today. I don't have a fancy gift for you. I just want you to know that from the bottom of my heart, I adore you all. Happy Valentine's Day, my loves.
Love Always,
Kristy
P.S. And here's a cute animal pic because hey, it is me that you're dealing with. Yes, I'm that girl.
photo credit: Cutest Paw
Rachel
Thank you so much for all of your posts; even going onto your blog alone just seems to make me happier. Have a wonderful Valentine's Day!
Randy Clemens
Love you Kristy! Thanks to you and Chris for all the great work you're doing here, for your readers and for the animals! Can't wait to see the book! Congrats on all the well-deserved success!
- Randy -
Christine
Just when I thought I couldn't adore you any more......
Angela @ Canned Time
What an adorable pic and yes, we love all you do for us in your blog and your work with animal sanctuaries. We're loving your new 'My Vegan Story' series 😉 And we can't wait to see everything in the book too!!!
Happy Valentine's Day Kristy ♥
Beth
Happy Valentine's day, Kristy!
The Vegan Cookie Fairy
First of all: animal pictures are ALWAYS welcome.
Secondly: we love you too 🙂
Sarojini
Love you too 🙂 I also still get really excited when I get comments; I can truly say that blogging has changed my life and introduced me to some wonderful people, you included! Hope you had a lovely day; look forward to more of your recipes.
Kammie @ Sensual Appeal
Aww love this - I love your blog, always great recipes and this post is so heartfelt. It's a great V-Day gift for us, readers 🙂 And that pic - too cute! Hope you have a great Vday Love! Can't believe you've only been blogging for 2 years, that's amazing.
Nezumi
Aw, this is the sweetest post! Yay for butterflies!
I too wish I could comment every post, but I'm more of the silent type.
But I love your reading your blog and making your wonderful recipes.
Happy Vday!!
Gena
It's been such a joy to watch your blog grow, Kristy. Happy Valentine's Day.
Heather
I'm so proud of you Kristy, and thrilled with how gorgeous and successful your blog is. Of course I'm not surprised because I've known about your huge heart and sparkly spirit since kindergarten. Everyone else is lucky they get to experience some of that here. Thanks for the stories, the fabulous food and the amazing pictures - I love you!
Emily - It Comes Naturally Blog
Happy Valentine's Day to you too lovely lady! xx
Anna {Herbivore Triathlete}
Awww, Happy Valentine's Day to you Kristy! Love your blog, your recipes, all of it.
Thanks for all the joy you bring to us as readers.
<3, Anna
Kristen
Your blog is great! Thanks for all you do! I'm so glad for all the joy it brings you! Keep up the fab work 🙂
Lori Delgado
Hi I love your blog & your recipes and just like you look forward to comments I Look forward to my email recipes from you 🙂 Love that picture, now that's true love
Emma
Keepin' it Kind always makes me smile, and as much as I love the recipes it's you we all come back for! Much love x