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It’s my birthday. I’m so thankful for a truly blessed 31 years of life and for my beautiful children and wonderful husband. Today also marks the 6-year anniversary of my blog. I’m also thankful for you who read and share my blog with the people you love. You know how when you fill a glass to the brim and it spills over the side? That’s about where my level of thankfulness is. God is so good.
I love the transitional seasons most – Spring and Fall. Fall is such a cozy time of year – stews puttering away on the stove and my kitchen laced with the sweet smell of baked goods. It’s also a lovely time to take photos against natures Autumn hues. This year, my photographer friend, Alla of In A Dream Photography, took our family photos alongside the Boise river and I thought she did a beautiful job capturing our family. Are you ready for a lot of pictures? 🙂
I couldn’t ask for a better husband and partner in blogging.
kissy kissy ❤️
The love between between my children is so sweet. They are so happy when they’re together.
Dad is her favorite. I can tell by her big grins and excitement every time he walks into the room 🙂
They make my heart sing 🙂
My boys woke me up this morning with their best “Happy Birthday” singing 🙂
I just want to squeeze her (gently). Our little buttercup. 🙂 We barely got her to stand for 2 seconds for this capture with Mom and Dad on both sides ready to catch her. She is 8 months old now – where does the time go?!
Also, we’re in Maui (I know – best birthday ever!) and I’ll share plenty of pictures when we get back. For now, I’ll be sharing on snapchat (find me @natashaskitchen), Facebook and Instagram.
“This is the day the Lord has made. we will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24.
That kiss tho… Hawt.
LOL! 🙂
wow, just discovered your blog!! loving everything!! God bless for all your talent, your family and all the love and effort you put into this blog
Welcome to my blog!! I’m so happy you’re here and thank you so much for your thoughtful comment 🙂
Alla did a great job with the family pictures. You couldn’t be anymore beautiful. Happy very belated Birthday. Wishing you all of God’s continued blessings over your life!
Thank you so much Olga. 🙂 You’re so sweet!
Very sweet photos! Happy birthday! Hope Maui was a blast!
Thank you for the wishes Patty, we truly had a wonderful time and made lots of great memories 😁.
God Bless you and your family for keeping up this this blog! you have no idea how your recipes helped me become a better cook! Keep it up!
Happy Birthday… you and I are birthday buddies 🙂
Thank you and happy belated birthday to you also!! I’m so happy you are enjoying the recipes. 🙂
happy birthday Natasha!!! best wishes to you and your beautiful family,and thanks a lot for your recipes all of them are so yummy!!!
Eleonor, thank you for writing in and for the wishes 😀. Blessings to you and your family.
Beautiful family!
May the Lord continue to bless you.
Thank you for making our cooking easier by sharing your recipes.
Thank you so much Lyuba for the wishes, you are so nice 🙂 .
What a beautiful family! Your baby girl is darling 🙂 best wishes!!!
Thank you Vika, best wishes to you and your family as well!!!
Happy Birthday Natasha. You have a gorgeous family. I live by your recipes. Thank you so much. All of your recipes are so yummy. Thanks Sylvia
Thank you for your sweet comment Sylvia and you are welcome 😃.
wow what a lovely family … may god bless u all…
Thank you so much!
These pictures are stunning! You have a beautiful family. Stay blessed.
Thank you very much Anu. Blessings to you also! 🙂
What a lovely family!! 🙂 You are so inspiring to me!! Wish you a lot of happiness. Many thanks for sharing all these delicious recipes!
I’m so happy you find inspiration from my little corner of the web. Thanks so much Andreia 🙂
Happy Birthday! Best wishes to you and your family. I love reading your blog. I find it very inspirational.
Thank you Elena 🙂 .