Late last night, I stumbled onto this post and I had tears streaming down my face within moments. I’ve been blogging for just a few months and in that time, I discovered something unexpected. The beauty of the blogging community.
I am so heartbroken for Jennifer and her family right now. But so thankful that she was wise enough to encourage us to reach out to those we love.
I woke up early to get to the store first thing this morning, before my husband left for work. The moment we finished breakfast, my boys and I were putting this pie together.
In Jennie’s words:
For those asking what they can do to help my healing process, make a peanut butter pie this Friday and share it with someone you love. Then hug them like there’s no tomorrow because today is the only guarantee we can count on.
Peanut Butter Pie Recipe can be found here.
If you do make a pie, and you’re on Twitter, the hashtag is #apieformikey. If you tag your post with that, Jennie will able to find them all someday.
Jenni says
Just lovely. I love that you made this with your sons. 🙂
Cranberry Morning says
You're killing me! Another good dessert recipe?? How can I survive this? Looks delicious.
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Marjie says
What a sad story! My heart breaks for Jennie.
Allison at Novice Life says
I read Jennie's post too; so absolutely heart breaking. Kudos for getting in on the Pie for Mikey.
Taylor says
Great post…I too made this pie today…it is definitely one to be shared with the ones you love 🙂
Inside a British Mum's Kitchen says
This is so heartbreaking – she's so young – I feel like I should never grumble again.
Mary x
Lisa Worthing says
This was one of the saddest things I have read, and I can't imagine her pain. I ran downstairs and gave my husband the biggest hug I could give him.
Angie's Recipes says
I read Jennie's post yesterday too…so sad. Your peanut butter pie looks divine.
The Slow Roasted Italian says
This looks beautiful Mary.
{{{sniffle sniffle}}}
Nami | Just One Cookbook says
I also learned about Jennie's post yesterday and thought a lot about life. Your peanut butter pie looks beautiful and you are so sweet you dedicated this post for Mikey.
GG says
I wish I had come across the Mikey post earlier, I think it is a wonderful way to remember someone and to spread the good feelings. I think it was very brave of Jenni. And your cake has done it proud. GG
Rachel says
beautiful post and beautiful pie! what a wonderful community we are a part of here.
kitchenarian says
Such a beautiful pie. This is a great community to be part of.
i-lostinausten says
I love your pie. Awesome
DesperateHousewife says
Beautiful pie. Is is so nice that your boys made it with you. I saw this too late but I cant bake peanut pie and my son is allergic to peanuts. Anyway he would appreciate a hug. Thanks for reminding me to live everyday as though it is my last.