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Announcement!

July 28, 2015 by Annie Chesson 34 Comments

Hello everyone!

I need to keep this post pretty short, but I just wanted to let everyone know why I will be  a little absent for the rest of this week.

This last week has been a complete whirlwind. I went into a local Christian school where Seth and I live to see if they had any volunteer or part time work available, and I ended up with an offer to teach English full time (grades 7-12).

After a lot of discussion with Seth and a LOT of prayer, I decided to take it.

So as of Sunday night, that’s what’s been goin’ on .

The school year starts on August 19th, but I will pretty much be spending every day here until then planning lessons and getting everything ready.

SO – as for the blog. This is still my passion and what I want to do for my career, so I am definitely going to try as hard as I possibly can to still post three times a week and stay consistent.

My plan is to cook and photograph all three recipes on the weekend, that way all I have to do on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday is write the posts and comment on other blogs. Life is about to get crrraaayyy.

I’m not going to lie…I’m overwhelmed at this point. But I am trying to stay sane.

So this week there won’t be any posts other than this one, and I will try to cook and photograph this weekend so I can post next week. Bear with me while I get my routine going here!

Okay…well, back to work for me…

I hope you guys have an awesome week! I’ll be back on Monday (hopefully…)!

 

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  1. Rachna@rachnas-kitchen.com says

    July 31, 2015 at 8:18 pm

    Congrats for the new job dear and good luck. Hope to see you gorgeous recipes soon:-)
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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:34 pm

      Thanks, Rachna!

      Reply
  2. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    July 30, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    That’s great, Annie! Congratulations on the new job! I’m sure once you get settled in you will be fine keeping up with your blog!
    Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks recently posted…National Cheesecake Day Recipe RoundupMy Profile

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:34 pm

      Thanks, Rachelle!

      Reply
  3. Maya @ Treats and Eats says

    July 30, 2015 at 3:30 pm

    Congratulations on the new job Annie! Very exciting! Sounds like you have a good plan in place for keeping up with the blog. I do all my cooking and photography on the weekends too :)
    Maya @ Treats and Eats recently posted…Strawberry MargaritaMy Profile

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      Thanks, Maya! According to all the comments, a lot of people cook and photograph on the weekends – which makes me feel SO much better about it!

      Reply
  4. Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says

    July 29, 2015 at 8:06 pm

    How exciting!! Congrats!! :D

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      Thanks, Jess!

      Reply
  5. Sam @ SugarSpunRun says

    July 29, 2015 at 3:03 pm

    Congratulations on the position! Cut yourself a break at first, give yourself an “adjustment period” where you don’t beat up on yourself if you don’t post as often as you’d like, but you will definitely develop a balance. I work full time with almost an hour commute each way and so I do most of my recipes and photography on the weekends, you’ll definitely be able to manage it (though I do realize a lot of teachers have their own “homework” they have to do out of the classroom). Best wishes and I’ll still be checking for your posts :)
    Sam @ SugarSpunRun recently posted…Fresh Blender SalsaMy Profile

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:36 pm

      Thanks for all the awesome advice, Sam…seriously…I need all I can get!!

      Reply
  6. Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says

    July 29, 2015 at 12:24 pm

    Many congratulations on your job! That’s great news. I am happy that you deiced to continue this awesome blog! Would love to see your recipes! Good luck to you! :)

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:36 pm

      Thanks, Anu :).

      Reply
  7. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    July 29, 2015 at 11:22 am

    OMG! Congratulations, girlfriend! That is huge news AND awesome! I can totally see you as a teacher! Those kids are SUPER lucky to have you! Stay sane, my friend! *hugs!*
    xoxo!

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:36 pm

      Thanks, Cheyanne! I will try to stay sane…I will definitely try :).

      Reply
  8. Emanuele @ guyslovecooking says

    July 29, 2015 at 10:16 am

    Congrats, such a lovely age group to teach. well done!

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:37 pm

      Thanks, Emanuele!

      Reply
  9. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    July 29, 2015 at 9:36 am

    Way to go! Good luck with your job. There’s nothing better than the teaching profession! You impact so many lives.
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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:37 pm

      Thanks, Kathy!

      Reply
  10. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    July 29, 2015 at 7:50 am

    Congrats! What exciting news. I am sure you can stay on top with your blog. It will take some adapting, but definitely manageable. Looking forward to hearing more about it.
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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:37 pm

      Thanks, Dannii :).

      Reply
  11. Ami@NaiveCookCooks says

    July 28, 2015 at 11:08 pm

    Best of luck girl and I hope you have a great time at your new job!! Hoping to see your recipes soon :)
    Ami@NaiveCookCooks recently posted…Creamy Cilantro Potato SaladMy Profile

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:37 pm

      Thanks, Ami!

      Reply
  12. Kennedy Cole| KCole's Creative Corner says

    July 28, 2015 at 8:35 pm

    Congratulation on the job! I will continue to stay in touch with your blog, even if posts aren’t as regular as you’d like them to be. Trust me, I know what it feels like to feel like you have almost no time to get everything done ;) You have a great blog, and I truly feel like 3 blogs per week is the PERFECT amount! Great job, Annie!
    Kennedy Cole| KCole’s Creative Corner recently posted…Sautéed Zucchini Salad with a Parmesan Herb Aioli Dressing and Roasted CherriesMy Profile

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:38 pm

      Thank you so much, Kennedy!

      Reply
  13. Alison says

    July 28, 2015 at 4:25 pm

    Congratulations Annie! What an exciting time. I know how hard it can be to juggle working full-time and finding the time to indulge in your passion, but keep it up and do what makes you happy! I love reading your posts every single day :) Can’t wait to hear more about your new adventure! Good luck!

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:38 pm

      Thanks, Alison :).

      Reply
  14. Keri @ Fashionable Foods says

    July 28, 2015 at 3:39 pm

    Congratulations Annie! That sounds like such a great opportunity! Take all the time you need, your blog will always be here. I know how tough it is to juggle a full time job and a blog! I used to do all my cooking/photographing on the weekends too and it worked out well! Good luck with your new job!! :)
    Keri @ Fashionable Foods recently posted…Grilled Peach and Arugula SaladMy Profile

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:38 pm

      Thanks, Keri! It’s great to hear how many people juggle a full time job and photograph on the weekends. It makes me feel like it is definitely very possible!

      Reply
  15. Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says

    July 28, 2015 at 2:49 pm

    Congratulations! I love that you’re going to continue to follow your passion for food blogging! I hope everything goes well for you!
    Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat recently posted…Cinnamon Sugar French Toast BitesMy Profile

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      Thanks, Shelby :).

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  16. Kim Goodling says

    July 28, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    Annie,

    Congratulations on the new job! It sounds exciting and will give you a whole new perspective on cooking, I am sure. I can see a new section on your blog for “quick dinners” or “dinners on the go” or “lunch box favorites” or “monthly menu planning”- all for the busy family where both mom and dad work and need nutritious meal planning to fit their lifestyle.

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      That’s a great idea, Kim!!

      Reply
  17. Julie | Small Green Kitchen says

    July 28, 2015 at 12:02 pm

    Congratulations on the job offer, Annie! I think you’ll be able to keep up with the blog while working full-time! I did it with my other blog and I’m doing it with Small Green Kitchen now. I think you have a good plan, cook on the weekends, post 3 times per week. I’ve found that’s what works best for me. :) Good luck!
    Julie | Small Green Kitchen recently posted…Vegetarian Enchilada CasseroleMy Profile

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    • Annie Chesson says

      August 3, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      Thanks for the encouragement, Julie!

      Reply

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