Apple Cider Cupcakes with Nutmeg Frosting

Nicole

Be kind to yourself! I’ve been a loyal fan of your blog for years. Just the other day I made your peach cobbler and carrot ginger soup. The first few months of motherhood are HARD. And you have handled it with such strength and grace. There are many of us who love you and your blog. Keep posting.

Janet

I’m loving the evolution of the blog, keep going please!!!

Annie

I also want you to know that I love all of your posts, recipes and family!! Maybe I’m biased because I had a son of my own, just a week after you had your son, but still… Please keep up the varied and great posts. I always look forward to them.

Also, I completely understand where you are coming from–life changes so much with a new baby. I hope that this new perspective includes some baby food recipe eventually. 😉

Pamela

I totally understand where you are coming from and you should do what is best for you and your family! I have been reading your blog since the beginning and although I see your posts arent as frequent I still love to check in and see what exciting posts you have. I do love your “life” posts more than recipes, but your recipes that I’ve made are always good 🙂

Sarah

Hi, Jenna. I have a toddler + a baby and a somewhat sporadically updated blog of my own, so I kinda get the season of life you’re in. I enjoy reading when you get a chance to post, but it seems like you do a good job of actually living your life & loving your family as opposed to forcing yourself into a certain blog mold.Keep on trucking. We love you.

Sarah

Ps. Those cupcakes look delish!

Liz S.

I’ll always be on your side, Jenna!

Alycia

The reason I read blogs is because I enjoy becoming familiar with the author’s voice and personality, regardless of topic. I enjoy all of your posts because they are coming with your upbeat voice which makes them fun to read! Keep doing what you have to do and I’ll keep reading whatever you put out =)

Helen

I love your blog!!! I love the family post a well as the recipes! Life changes a lot with kids what’s important changes, but you have to do what make YOU happy and what I FUN for you! We will always be here ready to read and if some people don’t like that then yes go find another blog read. Keep doing what you want to do!

Hillary | Nutrition Nut on the Run

I went to Rainbow Orchard on Saturday!! Did you have an apple cider donut!?!? So yummy!

Christy

Jenna,
I started following your blog about a year and a half ago and, to me, it has been so much more than just a food blog. I have loved watching your life evolve, your family grow and your complete honesty throughout everything. Your family posts are something I look forward to reading. I happen to think you are balancing life, your adorable son, and this blog pretty darn well. There may be a few people out there with unkind things to say, but just know those few people don’t begin to compare to the number of people out there reading and supporting you! Keep doin’ your thing!

Oh and you create some pretty fantastic recipes as well! Apple Cider cupcakes?!? Umm….yes please! Yum! 🙂

Dana

For the record, I’ve been a long time reader and yes–I’ve noticed that you’ve slowed down and your content has slightly change–but I totally don’t mind it. I understand and expected the change! I would have been worried if there wasn’t some sort of shift!

You post great recipes and great insight about dealing with the phase of life you’re in. I’d be sad if you stopped blogging, but I’d totally understand if you posted less frequently and if the tone of your posts changed.

Do what feels right for you. If it’s not blogging anymore, then don’t blog anymore. But if you enjoy writing when you have time for it, you’ll still have an audience here.

Julianne

I agree w/ everyone else’s positive comments. Boo the nay-sayers. I love reading your blog and will continue to do so!

Lindsay

Jenna, like everyone else, I love your blog and that it is real, life changes and I hope that you continue to do what you do 🙂

Adrianay

I absolutely love your blog and love that it has changed according to what’s going on in your life! My life has changed in the same way and I love seeing all the family and lifestyle posts! I don’t think you need to apologize to anyone…it’s your blog and you are entitled to “grow up”!

Rachel

I have been reading for a long time and love how your blog has evolved over the years! It’s a natural progression. Mine has done the same since I became a Mom. Those who care and want to continue to tune in will, and those who don’t will find something else to read 🙂 Just keep on being genuine you!

Also these cupcakes. YUM!!

Candice

Aw, so sorry you’ve been having to deal with that! I love your blog for you most of all so I’ll love anything you post 🙂

Julie

I like your blog just the way it is!

Elisabeth

Why would anyone think a blog should remain exactly the same forever?! Maybe it’s just me, but that would be incredibly boring. I’m really enjoying more ‘life’ posts on your blog (with a good recipe thrown in sometimes, of course!). The cupcakes look delicious!

Kirsten

First, long time follower, first time poster 🙂 I love your blog, and it will grow with you and your life. You are not the same person you were when you started the blog, and to expect it to stay the same is impossible. I love what you post now, when you have a spare moment to post something, and I love watching your family grow and the adorable pictures of your son. Your honesty is inspiring and vulnerable, and it is what makes it enjoyable to read your posts. Blog on!

stephanie

Jenna, I’ve read your blog since the beginning and have enjoyed watching it grow and change with your life. As you said, it’s not the blog it was five years ago and that wasn’t the blog it was in the beginning but you still offer a positive outlook and delicious recipes. I find you an inspiration, not only in the kitchen but in life as well. Keep writing about what makes you happy and what inspires you and your true fans will stay by your side. I look forward to your posts, whether it’s a recipe i may or may not want to try or you sharing a personal glimpse of your life with us.

Laurel

Jenna, I’ve been a reader here for over six years and have watched your postings shift as your life has shifted. It’s completely natural. You write what you know — blogging is especially about that. I have a food blog that I started about the same time, but I only recently have been inspired to write on it again. And sporadically at that. I now have two children myself, and THEY are my priority, my life. {I actually guessed that you were pregant before you announced it because of how simple your recipes started to be and how postings were slowing down. Happened to me too. 😉 The LAST thing I wanted to do, in early pregnancy especially, was write or think anything about food!}
I’ve always considered your blog more of a lifestyle blog anyway, as you didn’t always post recipes earlier on. It has not been odd to me that you would post fewer recipes and more lifestyle (marriage and parenthood now) posts at this point in your life.
You continue doing what you do. 🙂 You have many loyal readers who enjoy whatever you want to share with us. Thanks for your hard work and dedication over the years!

Theresa

Yum! Those look and sound incredible!! Pinned for later use 🙂 ….And, I’m sorry about the comments you’ve been getting. I never really understand people’s expectations. How do people expect the same thing after so many years, when your life has changed so much! I always find your posts genuine and I hope you continue to post as frequently as you feel is right for you. I’ll always be reading 🙂 And I often go back and make old recipes I’ve saved over the years too! Anyway, just my two cents, keep doing you and enjoying this fun, exciting time. This time in your life won’t last forever, soak it up! Plus, you have a pretty adorable excuse for being busy 🙂

Andrea

don’t apologize! You be you! take care of your babe and do what you love. I love the variety of your blog and love the baby / life posts. 🙂

Cheryl

Jenna,
I love your blog. I have been a faithful but quiet fan of yours for a few years already! I started visiting your blog because of your food ideas and fun way of writing. I keep coming back whether you are writing about food, family, favorite things, faith, books, or whatever just because I enjoy your personality and way of looking at life. I especially appreciated your honesty in sharing how having a baby changed your life – and not always in pretty ways. My own boys are 17 and 13 but I remember all too well feeling exactly how you were describing those early days. (it’s easier with the 2nd one – even if the 2nd one isn’t the “good – easy” baby!). So I would encourage you to keep doing what you are doing when it works for you and isn’t a burden for you. You brighten my day when I read your blog! 🙂

Katy

Jenna, it breaks my heart that people have said those things to you, especially because I whole heartedly disagree. It is those people who are not genuine if they expect you to not be a real person and change with your life. Of course your blog has changed–you created a life! Duh! I am so totally happy for you and to see everything that has happened in your life. I am so grateful that you’re real and sharing what food you have time for in your real life because I am also a newlywed and will be starting a family at some point and will need fast, family friendly meals. I read all the time and rarely comment but I wanted you to know that there is at least one (but I’m guessing way more) person who likes YOU and wants to read about anything you create or enjoy because we are inspired by you, not what we think you should be or expect. Thank you for being real and I’m glad you’re not giving up! I can’t wait to see/read what happens next!

Katie sB

I actually like your blog more now that it’s more life and less food. 🙂 is been enjoyable to read about your motherhood journey.

Annie

Please don’t stop blogging! I love your more family-oriented blog posts – and love the new direction of the blog. Truly, I find your blog more interesting and relate-able now! Quite frankly, those that find it (insert negative adjective here) – probably aren’t parents. Whether you are a working mama or a stay at home mama…life gets significantly busier when you are a parent and your priorities SHOULD and do change! Food is more about fuel than it is “art” – and I think that’s completely normal!

Shannon

I know there’s already a bunch of comments, but I feel the need to come out of the woodwork like everyone else and tell you how much I love your blog. I loved it in 2009, loved it in 2011, and love it in 2014. My life has changed so much in that time and it’s reassuring to know that others my age (aka you) are moving through different seasons of life, too (and I don’t even have a baby!). Knowing that people are telling you your vibe has changed, I have to wonder: have these people not experienced similar changes and growth in life? That’s the problem with comment sections (and the internet in general)–it gives people the anonymity and platform to voice their opinion like their opinion actually matters to anyone but themselves. I liken those people to people I knew in high school who annoyed everyone. Now they’ve just grown up and are commenting on people’s blogs or creating hate forums. Some things never change, ya know? Aside from that tangent, I just want you to know that there are plenty of us out here that don’t comment with any kind of frequency, yet are loyal and very grateful that you let us peak in at your life. The recipes are the cherry on top. When I saw YHL’s post, I wondered if it was going to start a wave of either more popular bloggers quitting or readers feeling some illogical need to express dissatisfaction to bloggers (I never picked up on YHL’s supposed change in content, but my life doesn’t revolve around a DIY blog like it apparently did for a majority of readers). I hope this isn’t the start of it, but could never blame you if you called it quits. But oh, how I would miss you. Ok, this is long enough. THIS is why I don’t comment more. Kidding. Jenna, you and ELR are fabulous.

Kim

Your site is called “Eat, Live, Run.” Right now a huge part of your life is your newly expanded family! Naturally it will cause changes in your posts. I love your recipes, but I also love your family posts. My husband and I just found out we’re expecting our first child, and I’ve greatly appreciated your candor about the struggles (and successes!) y’all have had. Do what you need to do, and post what you want to post, girl!

Christina Hamby

I absolutely love your blog still. Maybe it’s because I’m going to have my first baby boy in about 3 weeks, but I love how you incorporate your life into the blog. Your blog is Eat, LIVE, Run, and life changes constantly. I love your freezer meal post, your cloth diaper post, your post partum post, your shrimp and goat cheese quesadilla post (life saver recipe), all of it. If people don’t like what they’re reading anymore, then oh well. You won’t miss them. I imagine you’ll get many more new readers, as in new mamas, expecting mamas, busy working mamas, etc. Keep it up, unless you’re burned out on blogging totally, then take a break and enjoy baby!

Laura@SneakersandSpatulas

I hope the blog haters don’t chase you away from blogging! I love reading your blog and actually prefer less food and more lifestyle posts!

Lindsey

Jenna,
I’ve been reading your blog for many years. Although I don’t have a husband or a baby yet, I’ve always loved reading about your life and your recipes. The beauty in life is that it is always changing, but your writing style and personality will always be true and honest to who you are and that is why I keep coming back! You are a great writer, a strong woman and an inspiration to me. I hope one day I can pursue my passions as you have. I know it is easy to let other people’s words and opinions get stuck in your head, but you should continue to be true to you!

Erin B

Reading about Grayson and your life are my favorite parts of your blog! I LOVE the way it is now! 🙂

Kaarina

I am a new mom and love to bake, so I thoroughly enjoy your blog. Readers have to realize that your life is changing and your blog is a reflection of those changes. Keep up the great work and lovely blog posts.

Kitt

I would not change a thing about your blog right now ! I have been a reader for years, have enjoyed making many, many great recipes (thank you!), bought your book and am enjoying reading about your new life as a mom.

AshinMT

I am probably late to this bandwagon (whats new) but wanted to say that I really like the shift. I have been reading since you were culinary school- (a long time i feel in blog reading days) and as things changed when you left Florida, things change continue to change. I like your recipes but I always, always wanted more life posts because I enjoy them more (because i am a snoop) and now that I am expecting my first child in December… i really really have enjoyed them and understand the change of pace.

Keep doing what you like to do, keeping it real and turning me on to fun brands and products i wouldnt otherwise hear about. I will keep reading.

Best,
Ashley

Megan

I normally don’t comment on the many blogs I read, but I felt inspired to respond to this particular post.

I first began reading your blog for the recipes and the very genuine spirit behind the writing. When it began to shift towards your pregnancy, admittedly I was a little turned off initially. But I kept reading. And now I can honestly say that I’m very happy I didn’t quit. I’m a young woman who isn’t ready for marriage and children and what all of that comes with, but I do like learning from those who are and have gone through that transition. I’ve learned a lot about those elements of life from your blog, and that information will be far more valuable to me than recipes in the long run. You are honest about the struggles, joys, pain (physical and emotional) and rewards that have come your way since becoming a wife and now a mother. You can’t please everyone, but there is always someone who needs to hear your voice. If you feel God is continuing to give you wisdom to share with the cyber world, He will provide the audience for you. If you feel He is guiding you to focus more on your “life” rather than blogging, then pray, prepare and proceed without being bothered by others. God knows your heart and will make your way. “Your gift will make room for you and put you in the presence of great men.” Proverbs 18:16.

Thank you for your honesty and for being willing to share your personal life with strangers. I have learned a lot and continue to read it every day. Give your husband and baby boy some love today. 🙂

Alison H.

I sit here reading all these great comments to myself and think, there you have it, don’t get down on yourself or your blog, the good comments far outweigh the bad :-). Blogging isn’t easy nor does it pay the best either, some readers HAVE to understand what the sponsored posts mean: you get to continue on this space. It’s tough when you work your tail off to create original content & your millions of bosses criticize, take it in stride and choose to shrug it off. Moving on, my first baby is EXACTLY the same age as Grayson, like to the day, so I relate to your posts more than ever! Thank you for keeping it real, I appreciate it far more than you’ll ever realize. I too, am just starting to get excited to get back into the kitchen, resume my normal ways and your food posts are hitting the spot with the family. This recipe is exactly what I needed for a perfect fall treat. Keep it up girl & hold your head high!

rebecca - Goodnight Noises Everywhere

Hah this is sort of funny to me because I was just telling my husband how happy I am that my favorite food blogger had a baby because now more of your recipes are fast and easy! I have a four year old and a 21-month-old and while I enjoyed reading your blog anyway I appreciate the simpler recipes for sure!

Colleen

Wow. Anyone who is complaining clearly does not have kids. It’s a whole different ballgame! You’re doing great Jenna.

Sara

Hey Jenna!
I’ve been reading your blog for many years now and I actually don’t think I have ever commented on any of your posts before.. or maybe I have!? Anyways.. I just wanted to say that even though your blog has changed I still love coming here to see what you’re up to! Life changes and people need to accept that, especially for a new mom! I’m not a mom but I can only imagine the changes you are going through. Anyways, keep writing about whatever you love; just do you!
🙂

helen

love your blog and look forward to reading whatever you feel like sharing/saying/posting in this space; it’s yours!

Julie

I love the new direction of the blog. I’ve been a reader for years and I like that it reflects where you currently are in life. Maybe because we’re just about the same age and I just had a baby too? I know exactly what you mean by being uninspired in the kitchen. Maybe embrace it and post occasional “thrown together” meals to help us other new mamas with ideas? Or ask for easy meal ideas (little active prep or clean up) from your readers and write them/ photograph them beautifully? And I love pictures/ updates about Baby Grayson, especially items or activities you love. You definitely caught my interest in your Montessori baby class. I’d like to hear more about that. And I loved your apple trip post. It was a really fun read. Just some ideas. I’m sure you’ll come up with something great.

Tanah

Hi there I’ve been reading your blog for well over a year now! I worked in an office with Rocky Slaughter and he lent me your book and said I should check out your blog which I did and loved it! It was also entertaining to read a book with some one in it that I know! As I read the book I went back in your blog and followed along with the time frames! I’ve loved watching your life change and I actually love seeing your life posts and they are what keeps me coming back!

Erin

Hi Jenna,

I’m a newer reader and love your blog! I agree with some of the comments i’ve skimmed through- it’s your blog and your life, I’m just happy to read along and see life things as much as food things- keep being faithful with what God has given you and you’ll be great. Thanks for your sensitivity to your readers but I just want you to feel encouraged to have the freedom to do whatever you want with this space, your space. ENJOY!

Erin

Ashley

As a longtime reader, I actually like the more “about life” posts. I enjoy the recipes and beautiful pictures but I like the more “life” or “what I ate” posts too! I would love if the blog went more in that direction 🙂

Meg

I too have been reading your blog for years. You’re doing great. The bog represents you and where you an your family are at now. I enjoy your posts regardless of the content topic and frequency.

I’m glad you’re listening to yourself and doing what’s best for you!

You’re dong great!

Rainie

I love your blog! I have been reading for a few years, met you in Birmingham, Al for your book signing and just think you are all around fun! I love seeing your family and life change as much as I loved learning more about your journey in White Jacket Required. Keep it up girl! May God bless you and your family!

Karen T.

Jenna,
I love your blog and I’ve enjoyed reading about the baby. It brings back great memories of when my boys were tiny. I’m not going anywhere. 🙂

Caitlin

Jenna – I’ve been a silent reader for five years now, but just want to say I love your blog and it’s one of the only ones I consistently come back to every week!! Your posts from food to life events have made me smile through the end of my college days to law school to starting a big girl law job so keep doing you ! I’ve loved watching the blog evolve the past few years as my own life evolved, and I think that’s why I keep coming back ! Hang in there, and have a good weekend !

Jill

Hey, life changes and it’s only natural that your blog will change. I’ve been reading FOREVER and I don’t mind the shift at all! I understand why some readers might mourn the loss of what they used to come here for, but there are a million blogs out there and they can go find some that suit them better now. No biggie!

Lindsay

Soooo….I’ve been quietly reading your blog now for six years now (whoa! can’t believe I’ve been reading blogs for that long now…), and I just wanted to let you know how much I love and adore your “life” posts. Of course, I always appreciate the recipes. I’ve cooked many a good meal because of the great food creations you’ve posted on here. But the reason I keep coming back to this space is because of you. I love hearing about your life, your triumphs, your struggles. It always feels so relatable, and frankly, I always get more excited when I see a lifestyle post in my Feedly rather than a recipe. I hope that you continue to craft and mold this space into what is most authentically “you” and never feel like you have to apologize for it. Even though a number of your readers never post comments (i.e. me…until today), I hope that you know how many of us really appreciate what you put out into the world via your corner of the internet. It is true and authentic and inspiring. Thanks again, Jenna.

Jenn

Jenna,

I have been reading your blog for a few years now and I love it! I make your recipes all the time and everyone always wants the recipes. I have also learned about a lot of great books, companies, and charities. Please continue to do whatever it is that you want to do because it is wonderful and you have brought so much joy to people that you will never know. Thank you!!

Katie

I’ve been following your blog for probably about 5 years, but don’t think I have EVER taken the initiative to comment… Your blog’s vibe is different than it used to be. But I still love it and will continue to read! I have 3 (almost 4) kiddos of my own, and I like reading about what other moms are going through, new or seasoned. I’m also relieved to know that I’m not the only one feeling uninspired in the kitchen lately! There are a handful of your recipes that have become staples in my home – your Cuban black beans and rice come to mind – and I love that. I sure hope you keep blogging for a good long while, no matter how infrequently, and I will be reading when you do. 🙂

Lia @ Luscious Living

A million comments later: I’m also a long time follower of your blog, and the only time I typically quit a blog is when they talk too much about races and running, so you’ve had my attention for a good looong time now. There are so many people out here that you will never be able to please everyone, which you seem to know all too well, and we really appreciate your sweet consideration in discussing this issue that came up. The reason I stick with certain blogs is because I am following a story of growth and change, and in this case it is your story of growth and change. If it stayed the same forever it would be stagnation. I’m also super intrigued with mommyhood (not quite on the horizon yet, but probably in the not so distant future), so I love your non food posts actually more than your recipe posts. Just do your thang! We’ll keep loving you

Kellie

I love your blog! Also, I feel like once someone says one negative or critical thing, people are all too happy to jump on that wagon. Am I right here?!

I love that you are real with what is going on in your life. Lets all be honest, some nights it’s gourmet, some nights it’s take out and some nights you just want something easy so that you don’t have to stand in the kitchen and clean. We all eat cheese and crackers or a baked potato for dinner some nights so I love that you include something that realistically can be made with 2 pots and in 30 minutes. Whether you are a new mom, a 20 something on a ramen diet or empty nesters, we all like an easy comfort food recipe.

And we all like it when people are real about their lives.

Don’t apologize for being yourself and showing others who you really are, after all, that is why we love you in the first place.

Sarah W.

I love your blog — no matter what stage of life you are at! From your recipes, to your diaper posts. Keep it true to you. Your readers will either come along for the ride or get lost. 🙂

Btw, it looks like the recipe is missing the vanilla extract measurement for the cupcake part (I made them last night and YUM! but just added a tsp for good measure since it was mentioned in the instructions.)

Keep on!! 🙂

Deanna

Jenna – I actually love the direction your blog is taking you. I like the variety – family posts, sponsored posts, baby posts, life in general, recipes, etc. I have enjoyed seeing you and your husband become a family, and even though I am not a parent myself, I enjoy the baby posts where you discuss what works best for you. I understand that everyone has their own opinion and those that are dissatisfied with your content recently have every right to their opinion, but please remember that there are many out there that love your blog, regardless of where you go with it, because it is YOU and we support YOU (and hubby and Grayson…). 🙂 Best of luck on getting over the blog burn out, and I’ll be here whether you post once a day, once a week or once a month!

Teresa

I read the blogs that I do, not necessarily to pattern my life or cooking after that of the blogger, but because of the sensibility reflected in the blog. If I get a recipe, a book recommendation or a travel tip, so much the better but it’s the life story I am following. Keep on, as long as you feel like sharing this with us.

Vanessa at Crumbs

Um. Is the same girl whom taught me via her blog how to make risotto thinking of quitting her blog? I hope not! I have been a longtime reader and felt like you were right there in the kitchen with me showing me how to execute some restaurant like meals.

I’m sorry to hear you’re getting inappropriate comments…some people can be really rude. I mean, you are now a busy mom and you’re doing your best! I’m sure you’ll make a good decision about the future of your blog but even if you do decide to bow out, its your choice. But thank you Jenna for adding a bit of kitchen wisdom to my life!!

Tia

I LOVE your blog and frequently make many of the recipes, in fact it’s the only blog I read regularly! It only makes sense that your blog will change as your life changes and having a baby changes you…. forever, embrace it! I’ve enjoyed reading about your first experience with a baby and can totally relate. Who cares that you use frozen veggies that aren’t organic…. seriously?

Lynn N

Your blog is at the top of my favorites list. I check it everyday and understand that for me and for you too, that life is precious, and balance is important. I like that I don’t get a posting everyday. Why? Because I know that when I do see an article posted from you, it is authentic, carefully written, and not forced. Do as you please, take care of your family, and make you happy. That’s when we get the best author of these wonderful blog posts. My favorite blog hands down, because of your creativity and honesty. Thank you!

Erica

I personally love your blog and seeing your life change. I feel that your message has remained the same. You love Jesus, your family, food and travel. People are so quick to criticize but please don’t listen to that nonsense. Keep doing what you are doing!!

Fancy

I have been reading since the beginning and I will say that I do miss your old way of blogging. I rarely read the recipes you post now. I so miss the glimpses of your daily life that you used to share. Please bring more of them back!!!

Dorothy

your blog was one of the first food blogs i ever started reading, probably like four years back?? (jeez time flies). i loved your food posts back then but i also really really appreciate the posts you do now, how honest and sharing(!) you are of your new life. i really do read the blog because i think YOU are great and i will continue to read and follow your amazing journey of a life. all the best!

Annie P

Jenna,
I think that it may be difficult for people who don’t have children to understand how having a baby can rock your world and change your priorities. I too used to love to cook and couldn’t wait to get in the kitchen to try all your recipes! However after my little girl came, I really just want something fast, healthy, and easy. Being a stay at home mom is wonderful, but it’s also the most draining thing I’ve ever done. So my cooking mojo has gone out the window! So don’t be down on yourself for feeling uninspired in the kitchen.

Lifestyle blogs are about life, and life is constantly changing, evolving. So I say embrace what is important to you right now, whatever that may be, and I will be here to read about it!

Emily

Your blog is on my “top sites” and I love it! Hope you will feel encouraged as you honor your story and navigate motherhood.

Ali

Jenna, you do you girl! This is your blog, let it reflect your life and what YOU feel inspired to write.

Amy @ Thoroughly Nourished Life

Don’t listen to the negative Nellys! I have been reading your blog for years now, loved your book, and am obsessed with your cute chubby cheeked instagram photos of your bub! Blogs aren’t meant to be set in concrete, and they change as your life changes. Time will tell what the new path for Eat Live Run will be, but you can be sure whichever way this blog goes, you will have many many loyal readers, especially this Aussie one 🙂

Stephanie

I am a LONG time reader from when you first started this blog and was actually bummed when it went from a healthy living/lifestyle blog to a recipe blog. Being a mother of a 2.5 year old with another on the way, I thoroughly enjoy your lifestyle posts and prefer them over the recipe posts. No offense, but the internet is saturated with recipes these days. I enjoy getting a peek into other people’s lives (especially moms!) and seeing things I can relate to. I actually stopped reading your blog when you transitioned to a recipe blog because I found it so impersonal and I rarely make recipes from blogs, but check in more often now looking forward to posts about your family and life.

Lani

Hi Jenna- while I’m a bit older than you, we have done things in common which originally brought me to your blog and now we have babies born just days apart — so of course I’m interested in all things Grayson. 🙂 Still I read ELR for your voice and that voice is welcome to discuss anything it deems relevant. I love your aesthetic and cooking but I read to hear what interests You. What ever that is. Look forward to continuing to follow the blog.

Hannah

Hi Jenna,

I’ve never commented on any blog before but I feel moved to say that while your blog has changed over the years (I started reading in college and have enjoyed your posts, whatever the content), I think your voice has not changed and that is why I keep coming back to read it! People will always be unsatisfied with something, I just pray that you continue to be you :). Thank you!!

Carrie

I made these cupcakes yesterday and they were/are delicious! Thank you for sharing the recipe.

Stardancer

I discovered your blog while you were pregnant, so I knew things would be different for you but I’m not familiar with your pre-baby blog. I have to say I don’t mind 🙂 As someone who hopes to start a family in the next couple of years, I’m coming to understand more and more that life changes–and a blog, while it’s very public, is first and foremost your own thoughts and your own life reflected.

Coty and Mariah@quirksandtwists

You have always been one of my favorite blogs, and will continue to be regardless of your frequency/infrequency of posting. Thanks for always delivering great posts…like this one!

Tammy

Hi Jenna,

I’ve been reading your blog for a couple years now and really appreciate the variety of your posts. My babies are all teens now, but it’s still fun to read about your baby journey.

I made these cupcakes yesterday for my baby who was home from college and he declared they were “the best ever!” Ditto the rest of the family. So, thank you for the great recipe!

Best,
Tammy

Katie

Does it make a difference if you use pasteurized apple cider? I couldn’t find unpasteurized.