It’s hard to believe that I’ve been writing in this corner of the internet for over 10 years. I’ve been posting on Relishments since the final week of 2008 – longer than I’ve been
If nothing less, this experience has surpassed my expectations.
I didn’t expect that I’d travel around the country to meet other bloggers and friends who I only met because of this site. I didn’t expect that the owner of an ice cream shop in my parent’s town would recognize me from reading my review. I didn’t expect that I’d get the opportunity to review products from national brands or be a Healthy Living Blogs staffer. Who could know that I’d be featured in a PopSugar article or be a recipe tester for a cookbook?
The blogging landscape has also changed dramatically since 2009. In 2009, there was no Instagram or Pinterest. Facebook business pages were barely existent. Google Reader was still around and blogs were a big deal. However, no one talked about being an “influencer” or “content creator”. Bloggers didn’t create and sell courses or ebooks. It was like a different world.
I know I’ve had a lot of readers come and go in the past 10 years, but I also know that there are a few of you who have been with me since the very beginning and have read every word I’ve ever written. I also know there are some more recent followers who are incredibly supportive and thoughtful. Some readers even support me on Patreon. There’s no reason to write in this space without readers and I’m so grateful for everyone who has ever clicked on a post.
Thanks for 10 great years! I can’t wait to see what the future holds. In the meanwhile, I’m happy to share my gratitude with a celebration giveaway.
Berkshire Prize Pack Giveaway
One of the greatest transformations this site has seen since 2008 is a transition to being Berkshire-focused. I love the place I live and I love sharing it with you. Every item in this prize pack is locally made and locally purchased. The books were donated by a local publisher, Storey Publishing. Thanks, Storey!
The randomly selected winner of this giveaway will receive all of the items pictured below:
- Klara’s Gourmet Double Chocolate & Sea Salt Shortbread Cookies, made in Lee, MA
- BlueQ Dandelion Zipper Pouch, made in Pittsfield, MA
- Massachusetts Maple Syrup from Caproni Family Sugarbush in North Adams
- 3 bars of Berkshire Bark Chocolate (Pretzelogical, Mocha Buzz and Tropical Heat flavors), made in Sheffield, MA
- Healing Herbal Teas by Sarah Farr, published by Storey Publishing in North Adams
- The Harvest Baker by Ken Haedrich, published by Storey Publishing in North Adams
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I’m so happy for you! I enjoy seeing your posts and you often challenge me to think of new foods and methods.
Congratulations Emily on your 10 years of sharing your thoughts and food ideas! The recipes I have tried, I have enjoyed! The giveaway gifts all look so yummy!
Wow, ten years! Congrats! I’m trying to remember how long ago we met in downtown Pittsfield, and then saw each other at the Summit. Feels like ages ago!
What an amazing accomplishment! Congratulations!
Happy 10 years!
Ten years! Happy blogiversary! And thank you for the giveaway – those are some amazing goodies!
Congrats on 10 years, Emily!! <3
great giveway pack! I’d be happy to take that off your hands haha…congratulations on ur bloggaversary! heres to 10 more!
I love the giveaway items. They are all things my family uses and enjoys, especially the maple syrup. Congrats on 10 years!
10 years is a huge accomplishment! I enjoy reading your thoughts and experiences of the Berkshires!
TEN YEARS!!! I’m so happy to have been a reader for a friggin’ DECADE! xo
See also: my photo in this comment MAY be close to 10 years old. EEK!
Congratulations on 10 years!! That’s a big accomplishment, and a great way to be able to look back on all the fun things you’ve done. One of these days I’m going to make it up your way and see all the places this amazing stuff comes from! [Side: The bag pattern caught my eye immediately!]
I absolutely love Klara’s cookies! They are delicious and my kids love them too!
Sounds so great and I love all that deliciousness. I think that food and good things are a great way to bring people together.
Conrats on the 10 years thanks for the chance of the Awesome prizes.
Happy Anniversary. Many more and best wishes! Thank you for sharing!
Excellent products for an excellent giveaway.