Sarah H.from Marion, IL on November 13, 2009 at 12:45:47

wonderful story :).

Diane M.from Federal Way, WA on November 11, 2009 at 06:19:46

It is the traditions that keep families strong. How sad for the children growing up without the guidance, wisdom, acceptance, and teachings of wise elders..

Sharon C.from Beattyville, KY on November 05, 2009 at 10:13:06

These sort of stories are what I know best. My grandmother was the best cook ever. Her Irish background brought all the best recipes to the table..

Rose H.from Rochester, NY on November 01, 2009 at 02:17:24

I enjoyed reading about your memories. ilike to mix new and old recipes..

Teresa T.from Dothan, AL on October 28, 2009 at 12:25:37

What a warm and wonderful story!It reminded me of when I was a little girl. My Grandmother, Mother and Aunt would be cooking in a kitchen with no running water. The men would be working in the field or chopping wood. My Aunt would have to go outside to the water pump and get a bucket of water. I would "help" carry it into the house. Granny would set me on a counter and give me a biscuit. She would poke a deep hole in it with her finger and fill it with cane syrup, Yum! And I learned how to make biscuits from scratch too! No recipe! Just fill a bowl with flour, make a pit in it with your fist, and add oil and buttermilk as needed as you kneed the dough to the amount you need. Pinch off a piece of dough, roll into ball and line them up in a pan then pat them down a little with a little oil smeared on top and bake in a hot oven. At Holidays and family suppers, I am always asked to "please!" make biscuits!.

Jacqueline F.from Spring Lake, MI on October 26, 2009 at 04:44:51

I felt the love and the warmth of your story, how true and strong it is, thank you for sharing and God Bless Grand Mothers everywhere...Peace..

Jowanna J.from Sweeny, TX on October 25, 2009 at 07:21:42

Old recipes still work for me. Happy Thanksgiving.

Lisa S.from Front Royal, VA on October 21, 2009 at 07:59:02

Great story. Thank you.

Susan K.from Bethel, PA on October 20, 2009 at 06:09:26

What a wonderful story! What I know today about baking and cooking is from my Mom...how I miss her!.

Linda B.from Clovis, CA on October 16, 2009 at 10:23:13

I have the same memories myself and have tried to impart them to my daughters. I also agree with Lisa T. from Midland. I remember over hearing from at times when my daughters friends were over how amazed they were that I cooked dinner every night and bake "things" like cookies, cakes etc. They only things they knew was going out to eat for every meal or popping something into the micro wave. I thought how sad that even then, they would have no memories of the smells, closeness and enjoyment being in the kitchen could be. But I have the memories of how happy they were, when they spent the night and had home cooked meals and things like home made cookies..

Tabitha T.from Linwood, NC on October 15, 2009 at 02:22:18

Thank YOU very much for your story!.

Terri H.from Santa Maria, CA on October 10, 2009 at 11:37:46

Thank you for sharing such a touching and lovely reminder! My grandmothers were wonderful cooks & we looked forward to receiving our holiday goodies; peanut brittle, Hutzelbrot, carmels (none bettere), and Plum Pudding (my other favorite).The recipes have been handed down, my cousins living close got to learn from her hands. I have shared the joys of cooking with my daughters & they are going on to be excellent cooks as well, loving the process and the memories. My older daughter makes the best pies & crusts like I could never master as well. My younger one is on her way to being the cheesecake & one of the 2 dessert masters in our little family! My mother & on down have shared the holiday baking of our own favorites as well. Thanks again for sharing!.

De Nean M.from Valley Grove, WV on October 09, 2009 at 07:08:55

What a wonderful story. This is why I try to alway include my grandchildren into my kitchen when i am baking or cooking. My daughter is an excellant cook. We always baked lots of goodies. She even can make home made noodles. The times have changed and this is a lost art. I am so glad that my daughter has taken after me and I am teaching my grandchildren to love cooking and baking..

Cindy S.from Pearland, TX on October 06, 2009 at 04:02:51

This is a wonderful story and is the way we should all grow up. I remember my mother teaching me how to bake cookies and cakes. One of my favorite memories is making Christmas candy each year. It is sad that the younger generation is so often all about the quick way. My daughter loves great cookies and loves our cookies, but will not bake them from scratch herself. I keep trying to convince her that this the right way, the best way to make cookies. Maybe one day it will sink in..

Delilah S.from Anderson, IN on September 30, 2009 at 08:51:40

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Anna B.from Thornville, OH on September 23, 2009 at 06:01:28

Patricia, I to thank you. No, it didn't bring back memories, because I was never aloud in the kitchen when my Grandmother, Aunt, or Mom was cooking. When I married at 17, i had only cooked one meal and baked cakes and cookies, as a teenager, after learning in home ecc. at school. My boys weren't interested in cooking,:-) although they both are good cooks now. After I got married and left home, i still had sisters and brothers at home and thats when my Mom begain to let my sisters help cook. I do remember going home for B.D. and holidays and cooking with my Mom and two sisters. I did learn a lot from my in-laws. My husbands Mother, Aunt, & sister, we cooked together a lot. My Aunt-in-law taught me to bake biscuits,yum!! But I am now teaching my granddaughters and hope they will hand it down. The younger generation is so "CHEATED"!!! It seems as though very little is handed down from one generation to another. A lot of families don't even have sit down famil meals together, :-(!.

Christa J.from Wooster, OH on September 22, 2009 at 10:21:24

thank you so much for sharing your story!It made me think back to my childhood to the days with my own grandmother an mother.I am a younger person and in my generation i am the strange one who loves to be in the kitchen and i cook everything from scratch i hate all the boxed things and chemicals they represent.I have raised my children with the love from my hands and home cooking,You may not have a whole lot in life,but when you have the love of a mother or grandmother who makes magic in the kitchen to make your life feel like you are rich you feel comfort and these memories last them there life and they to will pass them on to the next generation.I have a 20 yr old son who will be a father soon next month and his wifes birthday was sunday and she is on bedrest.soooo he cooked her chicken fetacinni and a home made birthday cake to celebrate!how many younge boys do this in this day and age!Thanks again so much and i hope american families continue to teach and mold our children with love from our kitchens!.

Norma J.from , on September 13, 2009 at 08:54:33

1 LOVE THIS STORY.

Carolyn H.from Fayetteville, NC on September 12, 2009 at 12:07:48

Thank you for your story Patricia, it brings back memories of learning to cook with my grandmother, mother, and mother-in-law. I have taught my two daughters and they are both wonderful cooks. I presently have one grandson (13 months), but I will teach him as well as my daughter and any future grandchildren the good Lord blesses us with..

Jan A.from Olathe, KS on September 11, 2009 at 02:55:59

I just read your story of your memories and have tears in my eyes as it brings back tender memories of my mother and grandma quoting similar words to me. All the conveniece items in the world can never replace the love and warmth that I felt as a child when mom and grandma taught me sewing, cooking, and life's lessons by handing down their mothers' teachings..

Charlene T.from Queen Creek, AZ on September 10, 2009 at 07:07:01

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Mary S.from Venice, FL on August 26, 2009 at 05:42:40

Thank You for your memories, brought tears to my eyes, it was great times cooking with my Grandmother.

Mary S.from Venice, FL on August 26, 2009 at 05:42:30

Thank You for your memories, brought tears to my eyes, it was great times cooking with my Grandmother.

Linda S.from Des Moines, IA on August 24, 2009 at 06:05:56

Cooking is a legacy that we each can share. I enjoyed your memories and, like you, plan to pass some on. Thanks for sharing!.

Ramona W.from Barlow, KY on August 24, 2009 at 06:39:34

I loved reading your memories. We each need to continue traditions that have been passed down from the prior generation. It's what makes the past come alive. My mother, grandmothers, my aunts and cousins have all played an important role in my love of cooking which I have passed on to my 17 year old son. I hope he continues to pass the traditions on down the line..

Lisa S.from WICHITA, KS on August 22, 2009 at 11:09:15

I miss the times with my grandmother , but kept everything she taught me in my mind ,on paper , and in my HEART!.

Michelle E.from Ramona, CA on August 20, 2009 at 11:42:19

A very nice remembrance of a bygone era! It is sad that so many youngsters today don't get to develop those memories!.

Laura M.from Tampa, FL on August 15, 2009 at 04:24:46

What a heartwarming story! It brought a tear to my eyes to think back to when I was younger and learning to cook and bake with my great-grandmother. Those memories are priceless! Thanks for sharing your story!.

Elena B.from Crawfordsville, IN on August 12, 2009 at 01:46:44

Great story!.

Tawnya V.N.from Pomona, CA on August 10, 2009 at 11:21:26

Love the story, Thanks for sharing....

Julie S.from Chillicothe, OH on August 09, 2009 at 10:27:24

Great story! I love reading about everyones memories..

Lisa B.from Pratt, KS on August 07, 2009 at 09:56:07

Awesome memories! Thanks for sharing. I too have many of the same.

Donna G.from Nixon, TX on August 06, 2009 at 11:32:51

A wonderful and heartwarming story. These are memories to pass down to each generation. To all our ancestors I say thank you for teaching us the right way of life and all the good values of how to live, Thanks for sharing, and have a good day, Donna.

Audrey B.from Holly Springs, NC on August 06, 2009 at 05:01:42

Wonderful Memory. Hope I can pass some on to my grandchildren someday..

Brenda L.from BULLARD, TX on August 04, 2009 at 09:22:10

THIS WONDERFUL MEMORY REMINDS ME OF THE WAY I WAS TAUGHT BY MY MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER. I AM 56 YEARS OLD NOW AND ALTHOUGH I CANNOT DO THE COOKING, BAKING, OR CANNING THAT I WAS TAUGHT, I CAN SIT BACK AND ENJOY MY MEMORIES OF THOSE WONDERFUL YEARS..

Donald E.from State University, AR on August 03, 2009 at 10:50:47

Nice..

Karen U.from Marshall, MN on August 02, 2009 at 06:44:56

As a woman reading the story and comments left by others I'm happy to see others with those wonderful stories of life like I remember with my mom and grandmother Thanks for sharing!.

Lisa S.from WICHITA, KS on August 02, 2009 at 09:49:38

My mother taught my sisters me everything she knows..

Valerie M.from Danville, VA on July 29, 2009 at 06:12:30

Great story. My mother did the same thing with me while we made grandmothers recipes..

Laurie J.from Alabaster, AL on July 28, 2009 at 04:32:17

great story my mother did all the baking and my daddy did all the regular cooking.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on July 25, 2009 at 06:02:03

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Janet G.from Dayton, TX on July 23, 2009 at 01:12:44

My mother worked when I was little. My grandmother instilled in me her love of baking and my aunt taught me how to make delicious meals from the most basic supplies. I try to pass these traditions and skills along to my grand daughters when we are together..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on July 21, 2009 at 08:24:37

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Martha V.from Riverside, CA on July 14, 2009 at 02:27:17

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Annie W.from Prichard, AL on July 14, 2009 at 10:27:11

AMEN! LOVE YOUR STORY, BECAUSE MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME THE SAME WAY.BUT I CAN'T REMEMBER.

Donna G.from Nixon, TX on July 10, 2009 at 03:44:15

Hi, i really liked your story. At our house it was dad who passed down the cooking ideas to me, my daughter and then their daughters and now my great grandchildren which has now been 5 generations, I think dad was taught by his momma and an aunt that loved to cook. We all love to cook and tell stories of our families. What a blessing it is. Thanks so much, donna.

Nancy T.from Mesa, AZ on July 09, 2009 at 02:29:46

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Janet M.from Park Ridge, IL on July 06, 2009 at 10:21:10

This is the kind of story I love.

Martha V.from Riverside, CA on June 30, 2009 at 10:36:01

cool story.

Jackie W.from Lebanon, TN on June 26, 2009 at 06:41:03

Its so nice to see the ways of the past still alive today. I have done many of the same things as you did with my mother that I would like to pass on to my daughter as well..

Celia L.from Mount Dora, FL on June 26, 2009 at 08:01:26

Three generations of cooking.....great!!.

Clara W.from Chesterfield, VA on June 25, 2009 at 06:08:35

What a wonderful story! I remember days like that and cherish all those wonderful memories! I also instilled the love of baking and cooking in my daughter!.

Thelma G.from Jacksonville, IL on June 24, 2009 at 10:57:23

What a wonderful legacy for your great-grandmother..

Anita B.from Glenview, IL on June 20, 2009 at 09:47:47

I am teaching my nieces how to cook my 92 year-old mother's recipes, as she can no longer do it herself. They love coming to my house without their parents. They are 13, 18 and 21, and I give them steps to do based on the level of difficulty, to keep them from getting bored..

Margaret B.from Round Lake Beach, IL on June 19, 2009 at 02:02:12

I think that to share any of your passionate traditions with the youngsters is the best thing you can do for them. It gives them a sense.

Lelia J.from Sidney, OH on June 16, 2009 at 06:59:45

I cook with my grandchildren which was passed down from my mother from her mother and so on . I can re call the wood stove and cooking on it from a young age of 7 . I learned thur cooking values love and sharing a item our young needs passed to them more than ever with these trying times. I am sure if each person would show a child how to cook or a craft we would have no bad children its called showing you care our children need this more today than ever.So I do th best I can keep sharing..

Barbara C.from Maryville, TN on June 15, 2009 at 08:44:52

I really loved your story, my mom was my teacher. She taught all her grandchildren as well. Now we all bake together.

Barbara C.from Maryville, TN on June 15, 2009 at 08:44:50

I really loved your story, my mom was my teacher. She taught all her grandchildren as well. Now we all bake together.

Roberta S.from , on June 12, 2009 at 01:10:21

All good cooking comes from our family histories. Thanks for the memories..

Pat V.from Fort Edward, NY on June 09, 2009 at 06:57:36

great story.

Vicki C.from Indian Shores, FL on June 08, 2009 at 05:51:23

Wonderful Story!! Thank You for Sharing.

Stefy H.from Greene, NY on May 27, 2009 at 06:53:52

I love this story. A good one..

Vickie C.from Lancaster, CA on May 26, 2009 at 05:55:22

Great memories.

Wendy A.from , on May 25, 2009 at 07:01:12

Beautiful story! My grandmothers habe taught me to cook and bake. My great grandmothers didn't since they were older..

Lorrie M.from Dubberly, LA on May 23, 2009 at 09:37:04

I myself remember sitting on the cabinet watching and helping my grandmother . i was real little she taught me to have patience when i cook . after she was gone my mom would show me how to bake and do things in the kitchen . Everyone says she cooks like her mother . I only dream that one day they will say the same about me oneday. I started teaching my son to cook when he was about nine or ten but he would sit on the cabinet while i cooked when he was real little, iwanted to hold our family tradition even with him..

Jowanna J.from Sweeny, TX on May 22, 2009 at 08:04:50

The skills that they taught had far reaching lessons then the lessons of cooking. They were webbed with pride,sharing,and thankfulness..

Elizabeth M.from Inverness, FL on May 21, 2009 at 11:24:44

What wonderful memories you and your family have shared and haned down through the years. I can remember going to my grandmothers house when I was little and seeing eggs and buuter sitting on the counter top waiting forher next cake creatation..

Lisa K.from Hayward, WI on May 18, 2009 at 10:21:38

I barely remember my great grandmother but, she too had a woodstove. My great aunt Dean from Neosho, MO passed down my great grandmothers style and some recipes on to me..

Pamela H.from Normal, IL on May 08, 2009 at 12:47:27

I wish I could say my mother and grandmother taught me how to cook. My grandmothere died when I was very littel. And My mother always worked so I taught myself to cook and bake. When i first started out I sucked. But now that I am older and have had the experiance over the years I must say I am preety good at cooking and baking. I am teaching my 5 year old granddaughter how tto bake. I make sure we bake at holidays and make them very specia for her since I did not get to experiance any of this with my mother or granddmother. While my son wa growing up i shared the same baking experiences with him as I do my granddaughter. He is a wonderful cook today. Not so much at baking. Buit being a single father he is teaching his daughter how to cook. On sundays they always bake blueberry muffins togehter. something him and I did together when he was growing up..

Bonnie D.from Staten Island, NY on May 08, 2009 at 03:14:26

Thanks for reminding me of when My grandmother was teaching me to cook..

Debra L.from Plainview, AR on May 05, 2009 at 01:36:58

I have the same relationship with my grandmother and had with my great-grandmother's. I started a cookbook the past meets the future. I contact several family members to get some of the older recipes that I grew up with. I have a lot of great aunts still around to get the information and lots of stories. Thank you for your memories..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on May 03, 2009 at 04:38:01

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Randi D.from Gilmanton, NH on April 30, 2009 at 03:27:59

Thank you so much for sharing such a heartwarming story with us!.

Melissa B M.from Keuka Park, NY on April 29, 2009 at 09:02:43

What a lovely memory. When Mom passed away two years, I found out that she had left me her old breadboard, and a few other cooking tools. There were cooking tools that I kept because Mom had "always used them". They warm my heart whenever I use them..

Debbye T.from Front Royal, VA on April 25, 2009 at 12:07:11

Your story was wonderful. When i was growing up i would call my grandmother on the phone and ask how to make something. She would tell me and I would make it. At night after we were in bed my grandma would call my mom and tell her that I had call and wantedto know how to make such and such how was it and my mom would tell her. Thats how I learned to cook when I was growing up..

Sandie G.from Wildomar, CA on April 24, 2009 at 03:29:32

I loved reading this story. In my home, I am teaching my grandbabies to cook as I learned. Some things are shown and told. Others are learned by doing..

Sandie G.from Wildomar, CA on April 24, 2009 at 03:28:23

Reading this story reminded me of how I am teaching my grandbabies to cook. I learned from my.

Lisa K.from Hayward, WI on April 24, 2009 at 12:50:32

What a beautiful story!.

Mary Jo T.from Valdosta, GA on April 23, 2009 at 05:03:28

All I can say to your article is AMEN!.

Karen J.from Chippewa Falls, WI on March 19, 2009 at 08:30:01

I was pretty much brought the same way. It's so special to me and I feel honored to be sharing everything I learned with my grandchildren and neices.Someone in my family is always aking me to make special cakes or cookies for them. Even my grand-daughter kindergarten teacher asks me to make monthly Birthday Cakes,So they only have ONE BIRTHDAY special day. Imake them to suit the month, This month was a Shamrock..

Brenda M.from Hammondsport, NY on March 04, 2009 at 06:27:54

My mother was killed when I was 31 years old, but before that we would cooking in the kitchen making cookies, pies and old fashioned Pennsylvania Dutch Pot Pie. Many of the recipe handed down from her grandmother. Brenda M. Hammondsport, NY.

Brenda M.from Hammondsport, NY on March 04, 2009 at 06:25:53

My mother was killed when I was 31 years old, but before that we would cooking.

Margie L.from Manning, SC on March 03, 2009 at 02:17:35

Sweet story..

Margie J.from Pomona Park, FL on March 03, 2009 at 03:09:29

What wonderful, beautiful memories you (and many others of us) have!.

Dianne B.from Sturgis, MI on February 27, 2009 at 08:58:01

My mother is helping to teach my children how to bake. So far, my daughter has inherited the bread/sweet roll gene. I know I didn't live close enough to learn from my grandmothers, but my parents passed on their love of cooking/baking to me!.

Jan W.from Blytheville, AR on February 27, 2009 at 08:04:06

Your story is heart rendering. My grandmother was gone long before I was born, but I do remember helping Mom in the Kitchen. We lived on a Farm, and although the immediate family was only Me, Mom & Dad, the extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, and even the farm hands, was immense! Especially the Holidays. We would cook for days! Isn't it amazing how many memories center around food and/or the kitchen!.

Michele M.from Abington, PA on February 27, 2009 at 06:42:52

Alas, I didn't get to share the cooking memories with my grandmothers, but I learned from My Mother and I look forward to making memories with my grandchildren. Whenever the visit, we're always making cookies or I have them help me. That's how we can teach them the joys of cooking and baking. I enjoy every minute of it. How lucky you are to be have those memories.. Memories are the pieces of ourselves we leave behind. Thanks for sharing yours..

Debra L.from Plainview, AR on February 26, 2009 at 09:10:29

I share the same memories that you do, I taught my sons the same as I was taught and 5 generations later the old ways are going strong, thanks to great great grandmothers, grandmothers, grannies and moms..

Layne G.from Fremont, IN on February 24, 2009 at 11:38:42

With your story, I could feel the love and warmth shared within your family..

Lisa P.from Manteca, CA on February 23, 2009 at 08:18:09

That is the way women really cooked. No measuring cups or spoons just by taste & everything always came out wonderful! Thank you for sharing your story..

Gail T.from COLUMBUS, OH on February 22, 2009 at 10:59:40

I too shared those times with my Gandmother and Mother, and even some with my dad who was a good cook but didn't bake. How wonderful it is to pass on those times. What I really want to know, though is your process for dealing with those pesky Hickory nuts!! I truly believe that the true eternal life is what we pass on. Our names may be forgotten but what we have taught to others and they teach to others lives on. Its a great feeling..

Gail T.from COLUMBUS, OH on February 22, 2009 at 10:56:25

I too shared those moments with Grandmother and Mother, and some with.

Deborah R.from Chicago, IL on February 20, 2009 at 02:22:25

Great story. It reminds me of cooking and baking in the kitchen with my Mom when I was a kid and until she passed away. Many techniques of today might be easier or quicker, but for some things I still like to do them the old fashioned way. The way Mom taught me. :) Sometimes when I'm in the kitchen whether I'm alone or with my sisters, I feel like Mom is right there too..

Thelma G.from Jacksonville, IL on February 16, 2009 at 12:58:21

Your story reminded me of the times when I was younger and would spend the summer with my grandmother. Thank you..

Theresa V.from Rockford, IL on February 15, 2009 at 03:46:05

Count your Blessings!!!.

Rita B.from Pasadena, CA on February 14, 2009 at 10:20:01

Nice story.......

Brandy W.from Palmyra, MO on February 13, 2009 at 08:36:41

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Claudine P.from Claxton, GA on February 07, 2009 at 02:02:54

You are truly blessed..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on February 06, 2009 at 03:20:02

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Anna F.from Oakdale, CA on February 05, 2009 at 05:27:05

Such a warm, wonderful story it brought tears to my eyes..

Dawn B.from Utica, NY on February 03, 2009 at 09:29:40

What a lovely story, I feel the same. Brought tears to my eyes and memories of my Grandma..

Catherine F.from Rio Vista, TX on January 31, 2009 at 06:32:33

What a great story, where would we be today without the wonderful lessons from our Mothers and Grandmothers..

Catherine P.from Waldorf, MD on January 30, 2009 at 04:35:01

love the memories. Like you I am glad I get to pass on to my kids the things my mom and grandma taught me in the kitchen..

Lucille S.from Woonsocket, RI on January 28, 2009 at 04:10:29

Nice story...great memories....lucky girl..

Phyllis L.from West Union, IL on January 28, 2009 at 10:49:16

Thanks for the story. Brought back many good memories..

Melissa O.from Mount Joy, PA on January 28, 2009 at 09:03:10

I loved watching my grandmother cook and bake. my problem now in remaking those same recipes is that she didn't measure and did things by feel. I don't have that same ability on some of my favorite recipes..

Charity C.from Zionville, NC on January 27, 2009 at 08:50:17

I loved your story Thank you.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on January 26, 2009 at 02:48:59

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Theresa O.from Martin, KY on January 17, 2009 at 01:34:00

i have injoyed your story bring back some good times in the kitchen with my mom.

Debi F.from Elizabethtown, KY on January 10, 2009 at 07:16:44

Your story reminded me of the hours I spend with my grandmother and mother at our family table learning. Thank you for sharing the memories and passing them on. (I am passing mine on to a son rather than a daughter but he is just as eager).

Claudia J.from Dyer, IN on January 06, 2009 at 12:46:09

:-) no words to express such beutiful feeling you brought to me with your story. I do relate to it in so many ways...thank you!.

Claudia J.from Dyer, IN on January 06, 2009 at 12:43:06

Wow! so many beautiful memories....Its that what keeps us going as Family. I do too have my very own memories, growing up cooking, and learning from my mother. Now I teach my 3 year old dughter the same techniques used by our mothers, and grandmothers. The beuty of cooking and baking from the heart will never die no matter where we come from or how we make it. As long as we love it, share it and pass it on.....

Gladys E.from Salisbury, NC on January 03, 2009 at 08:36:19

I love to cook. I learned so much from my mother; however, she insists she didn't teach me. But I learned so many things just by observing her, and mentally noting her comments about the best ways to do things. I also learned from my grandmas who were also very good cooks. I have tried to pass along my knowledge to my grandchildren..

Theresa O.from Martin, KY on January 01, 2009 at 05:15:19

theresa ousley iI ejoyed you story hope to have the same stories to tell my kids and grandkids.

Serina O.from Tuolumne, CA on January 01, 2009 at 11:46:35

You made me feel so wonderful. I cannot thank you enough for the great feeling..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on December 29, 2008 at 04:23:01

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Lisa P.from Manteca, CA on December 19, 2008 at 01:34:32

What wonderful memories! This brought tears to my eyes..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on December 16, 2008 at 03:50:28

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Chelly G.from Nichols, NY on December 13, 2008 at 05:47:27

I must of hit submit, but this time of the year alot of people remember and enjoy the season for the above memeories. I feel that holidays and or special occassion are built on tradition. Good Food, family and that what put the season together. It is always a time for giving and sharing what we are blessed to have. We may not have alot, but there are always those who have so much less, possible not even stories from past to share with their children..

Chelly G.from Nichols, NY on December 13, 2008 at 05:44:41

It has been a couple months since I first read this story and I am so excited that so many have enjoyed and are fimilar with this story..

Anne B.from Chambersburg, PA on December 10, 2008 at 09:39:52

Holiday cooking always reminds me of times spent with the women in our family. Hours flew by in the kitchen, and lots of memories were made, along with the food!.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on December 09, 2008 at 03:33:13

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Betty W.from Indianapolis, IN on December 03, 2008 at 09:42:48

Thank you for your warm story..

Pat F.from Rockaway, NJ on December 02, 2008 at 06:05:29

I loved your story and feel your love of family and traditions. Keep the tradition of loving and learning going. it is so important to teach our children these things..

Marcia B.from Springfield, OH on December 02, 2008 at 04:10:19

great story thanks for sharing it.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on December 02, 2008 at 03:18:32

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Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on December 01, 2008 at 02:57:58

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Phyllis N.from Whitewater, KS on November 28, 2008 at 05:22:08

loved it.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on November 23, 2008 at 03:43:18

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Robert C.from Rice Lake, WI on November 18, 2008 at 10:43:27

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Jerri T.from HINESVILLE, GA on November 15, 2008 at 06:49:35

What a sweet story. I also felt like I was in that kitchen witnessing it first hand. How I wish the grandparents or today were the same as yesteryear. My mother-in-law would be to some extent but the military has us far from home so my children do not have that priviledge of getting to know her in that capactity. Maybe someday we will be in closer proximity. But for now, I cook with my kids and hopefully they will gain some sense of yesteryear from me..

Patricia S.from Bradenton, FL on November 14, 2008 at 05:25:22

I too have fond memories of my mother cooking in the kitchen. I can still smell those wonderful aromas. I was too young when she passed for her to pass the family traditions on to me, but thank god I had two sisters older than me that took the time to pass on some of those wonderful meals my mother use to fix every holiday for our family. I make sure that my children know how a wonderful cook their grandmother was and how much love she put into every meal. I'm hoping to pass the tradition down to my daughter and I hope she will keep our holiday traditions going..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on November 14, 2008 at 03:19:57

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Lori J.from Kelso, WA on November 12, 2008 at 09:25:25

I can relate to this. It makes me miss my grandmother and sitting on the kitchen table while she stirred something on the stove. Passing on the family secrets are, sadly enough, often lost with the older generation. It's nice to see that someone has chosen to continue that tradition! Kudos for you!!!.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on November 08, 2008 at 03:52:56

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Robert C.from Rice Lake, WI on November 07, 2008 at 12:33:15

I could feel the warmth from the wood stove. Ha Great memory.

Beverly H.from Corfu, NY on November 06, 2008 at 05:15:19

What a great story. One that I totally relate to..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on November 06, 2008 at 03:38:29

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Ruth W.from Ocala, FL on November 03, 2008 at 09:40:27

What a wonderful, heartwarming story. It brought back so many great memories of my mother and grandmother, from the wood table to the meat grinder to the cast iron skillet. Thank you for sharing..

Patty H.from Dayton, OH on November 03, 2008 at 06:38:09

again I am sorry..... I am using my lap top which I am trying to get used to. I enjoyed your story of memories. I know for one that Grandmothers are very special. My Grandmother-n-law known as Grannie taught me about everything I know about cooking. She taught me to cook in a pressure cooker and how to make homemade corn bread in a cast iron skillet. Thank you again for your memories..

Patty H.from Dayton, OH on November 03, 2008 at 06:35:39

I am sorry I hit a wrong button. I was saying I really enjoyed your story because.

Patty H.from Dayton, OH on November 03, 2008 at 06:34:36

I want to say thank you for this story. I know what it means to learn cooking techniques from.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on November 03, 2008 at 03:06:18

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Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on October 31, 2008 at 03:58:06

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Shirley B.from Petersburg, IN on October 30, 2008 at 04:34:32

I loved reading the stories, the time with my mother and grandmothers was too short. Had they lived I know that they too would have been great teachers, because this was the kind of people they were..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on October 30, 2008 at 03:20:43

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Angie M.from Warner Robins, GA on October 25, 2008 at 04:57:33

I can very well relate to this story, I remember my grandmother, who was the greatest grandmother that our Lord ever put on this earth. I could remember her showing me how to churn butter, that was so much fun, I can go on and on about her, but I think you know that I loved this grandmother for being there for me always and teaching me how to cook..God rest her soul..

Angie M.from Warner Robins, GA on October 25, 2008 at 04:54:28

I can very well relate to this story, I remember my grandmother, who was the.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on October 25, 2008 at 03:27:09

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Carol B.from Westford, NY on October 22, 2008 at 08:07:08

Oops! I accidently sent this before I was finished! Your memories reminded me of growing up as well when we used the old hand grinder attached to the dining room table to grind meat and much more. And canning, oh my, yes, my mom has done that as long as I can remember. In fact, just this fall she has canned much....41 quarts of tomatoes, 40 pints of carrots, plus much more.....beets, peaches, pears, three or four kinds of pickles, chili sauce, grape juice, tomato juice, and probably more that I'm forgetting! Oh! And did I mention that she is now 88 and a half years old?! She's slowed down from previous years, but she still cooks and bakes and keeps busy in her flower garden, too. In fact, as I speak, she is making fresh apple pies! And yes, the taste-test works here, too. A neighbor recently asked me how much sugar and cinnamon or nutmeg to put into her homemade applesauce. I had to tell her I really don't know as I just add it and then taste to see if it is right. That's the best way! Thanks again for sharing such precious memories with the rest of us and "Happy Baking!".

Carol B.from Westford, NY on October 22, 2008 at 07:58:06

Thank you for sharing such wonderful memories! I thoroughly enjoyed reading them! And it's great to see that so many others did as well. Neat to see comments here by two of your daughters, too!.

Catherine H.from East Aurora, NY on October 22, 2008 at 07:28:24

Mom, what a wonderful story! I will think more heavily when sharing my kitchen with your youngest grand-daughters. Although they are only 6 and 4 they are learning the same way you learned and taught me. I am grateful for those memories and the recipes too. Food and cooking have always been an avenue of love in our family. I know that my girls love cooking because the kitchen is a place where not only do they get to lick the bowl or spatula but they are loved. Thank you Mom for sharing such a warm story!.

Lisa T.from Midland, MI on October 22, 2008 at 06:40:38

Memories and traditions are the best. Let us hope that our past will be preserved by sharing with future generations. In this fast paced world we sometimes forget about cooking and baking from scratch. Many opt for convience and speed. Sadder yet, many families don't have the time or resources to share. If you have the time or compassion to include a few "extras" into your homes do so as well! Your time will be well spent..

Annmarie R.from Tampa, FL on October 21, 2008 at 10:39:56

I'm happy to read about other peoples traditions. Hopefully among us baker's and cooks,the traditions will continue.

Libby C.from Lexington, NC on October 19, 2008 at 01:04:12

Family history and the love of cooking combined.

Keren L.from Winter Park, FL on October 17, 2008 at 01:14:06

I loved this story, I took my daughter to California so she could see her to grandmothers I want her to learn from them . Because my mom is from Mexico and my mother inlaw is from Chile and I want her to know how to cook and bake from both countrys..

Keren L.from Winter Park, FL on October 17, 2008 at 01:08:48

I loved this story, I took my daughter to.

Jan W.from Blytheville, AR on October 17, 2008 at 07:53:54

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Annette J.from Valparaiso, IN on October 16, 2008 at 02:23:39

Thanks for the story. It brings back wonderful memories of cooking and backing with my grandmother. I still use alot of her recipes today. My granddaughters enjoy baking with me..

Patty J.from Natrona Heights, PA on October 16, 2008 at 10:23:05

loved this story- felt like I was there. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful memory..

Marcy C.from Ubly, MI on October 15, 2008 at 11:06:42

Very heart felt story. I really enjoyed reading your story..

Dawn C.from Aurora, CO on October 14, 2008 at 09:42:43

I loved your story. I didn't live close enough to my great or grandmother to learn from them, but I must have learned the warmth of cooking passed on through my Mom. I love hearing that other people also cook to taste! Even when following a revised or current recipie, I change porportions and ingredients to suit my taste..

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Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on October 09, 2008 at 04:48:12

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Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on October 08, 2008 at 04:07:33

Imake the recipe easy as posibal because most poeple make it wiyh the reght stuff..

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Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on October 03, 2008 at 04:15:41

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Linda T.from Baltimore, MD on September 30, 2008 at 07:51:44

A very heart felt story that does take you back. The wonderful memories of my mom, grandmom, and my aunt all cooking, baking and the canning that seemed to go on for ever when the tomatoes and peaches became ripe. I can never forget all the aromas that came from their kitchens. Awesome memories indeed..

Theresa H.from Fort Worth, TX on September 30, 2008 at 05:25:22

Lovely story Thanks for sharing..

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Lelia J.from Sidney, OH on September 29, 2008 at 07:32:18

I feel like we share lots of the same memerious it is so wonderful to have them to pass down. I do miss watching my mom and grandma as they cooked together .Who would have thought I would have I was young and knew only of the moment .I do so miss the wood cooking stove carrying in water and being taught to cook at the age of 7. Those were the days. I thank you for taking me back for a moment in time. Lelia Jones Sidney ohio.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on September 28, 2008 at 04:47:01

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Belinda O.from Lincoln Park, MI on September 26, 2008 at 04:28:48

It's like the old days where all stories were passed down through the grenerations..

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Trudy T.from Granby, MA on September 25, 2008 at 04:54:59

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful memory! In this day and age where everything has to come from a box to taste "right" it is wonderful to see someone who teaches the "old" way! My paternal grandmother, who lived with us until her death, was my teacher for all things baked, rolled and fried. I know that my children have been taught Nani's way and hopefully they will pass it to their children too..

Theresa T.from WINNIPEG, MB on September 24, 2008 at 01:06:17

I myself was taught by both my mother and my paternal grandmother (who herself was blind) taught me alot I know about baking and cooking from scratch. I am also passing on to my daughters what I have learned through out the years. Maybe I too can get them to want to teach their children. Like I heard from many instructutors though out my years that we are the first teachers of our children. They learn from us first..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on September 24, 2008 at 03:34:26

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Wendy S.from Chesaning, MI on September 23, 2008 at 07:49:56

My little sister just got married and she is starting to call me to ask for recipes from when we were little kids, growing up in Michigan. My grandmother also, never uses an actual recipe or measures anything. We were remembering our days as little girls, they were precious. My sister said she has several recipes, but none of them turn out like she remembers when she bakes. I guess it is not the same when grandma isn't there..

Nance B.from Albion, IN on September 21, 2008 at 06:07:43

hopefully my children will remember always when they baked with their grandmothers when they depart this earth..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on September 21, 2008 at 03:05:42

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Norma J.from , on September 20, 2008 at 09:05:41

i LOVE THE READING OF YOUR STORY...OTHERS I SEE LOVE YOUR STORY ALSO. GOD BLESS.

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on September 20, 2008 at 05:11:04

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Marcella B.from Columbia, MO on September 19, 2008 at 03:04:41

Just this past week my husband and I made apple butter and apple sauce like I was taught by my grandmother. I was so impressed with the help of my husband that I decided to try making sweet lime pickles, as we were almost finidhes he rplied "this is fun" I just hope he continues to think it is fun at least until my daughter gets old enough to learn..

Ann C.from North York, ON on September 18, 2008 at 10:17:55

What a beautiful way to remember...I always think of my Mother when I bake and how she never once used a measureing cup ..but the recipes never ever failed those hands...aww the sweet home made smells of my mother baking and cookin are the best.

Paula B.from Baltimore, MD on September 18, 2008 at 09:07:52

The mention of a grinder and canning brings back great memories of my Grandmother. Last night my husband and I ground peppers and onions for pepper relish..

Paula B.from Baltimore, MD on September 18, 2008 at 09:06:39

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Nicole M.from Hanover Township, PA on September 16, 2008 at 01:54:40

Aww this is soo warming to read, especially when you scroll down and read, I am guessing your daughters comment. It is wonderful to see something like the bond of a family, especially in these days.....

Leann B.from Derby, KS on September 16, 2008 at 07:23:52

Your story takes me back to my great grandmothers kitchen.I too was the little girl that sat and learned about family , god, and love in my.

Jacqueline P.from Piscataway, NJ on September 16, 2008 at 03:15:14

A wonderful memory to share....thank you!.

Wanda F.from MERIDIAN, MS on September 15, 2008 at 12:00:53

Isn't it a joy to learn from others and share our knowledge with others. I believe my maternal grandmother helped shape who I have become with the words of wisdom she gave me while we were sharing tasks in the kitchen,..

Kathy C.from Williamsport, PA on September 15, 2008 at 05:50:11

What a wonderful, loving memory to treasure. I hope to pass on my cooking/baking skills to my granddaughter when she is old enough to do so (She is only six months old). I can't wait to share the special moments with her..

Maryann O.from Nottingham, PA on September 12, 2008 at 02:51:11

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Mary Lou L.from , on September 11, 2008 at 07:14:49

Good common sense and precious memories are priceless.

Chelly G.from Nichols, NY on September 09, 2008 at 06:51:33

I loved reading your story, Mom. I know the stories from you and my grandmother your mother. I am proud to be apart of this generation of cooks/bakers. I have found that without thought I know how to cook and bake. But really it is because of years of watching, asking you and listening to your stories. I hope to pass this onto my children the way you have shared and taught me..

Linda K.from Ashland, OH on September 08, 2008 at 05:04:05

I loved reading your story Pat, my Mother and Aunts where my teachers.