Got that song stuck in my head but it rings true for what’s been going on. So…where have I been? Enh, took an extended break for various reasons, one of the main ones being the tendinitis. I took 4 whole months off (that’s like 10 years for a caker) from caking and had 3 cakes planned for April. After the first one though I knew I was in for it. Seriously, how could I forget how to stack a cake?? And I was so wiped out and irritated with the whole thing that I didn’t even bother taking a picture. Yeah, that was….not the person I was a year ago.
The next cake I did was just as bad, everything turned out fine but by the time I was done I was in so much pain that I couldn’t have cared less if the cake made it out of the house or not. I decided (the next day when I was able to think clearly) that at least a year off cake decorating is needed. I know what kinds of treatments there are available and I appreciate everyone’s suggestions but I am going to wait this out.
The weird thing is that I’m ok with all this. A year ago the thought of not being able to decorate cakes would have had me in tears. But….God is so good! Not only have I had peace about it but I feel triumphant somehow, knowing He’s got my life and future in His more-than-capable hands is comforting and reassuring. I have plenty of other hobbies and interests to fill my artistic needs, round that out with still being able to bake and I’m on top of the world!
Mmmmmm
I’ll still be here, answering questions, posting occasional recipes for baked goods along with pictures. I’m looking forward to what’s ahead 
So glad to see you back. I was concerned for you. But you are right, God is good and he knows what is best for us (even when it doesn’t always feel like it). Even if you are not decorating cakes, it is nice to see what you are up to! God Bless.
So sorry you can’t decorate any more but I’m happy you are back to baking and answering questions for your many fans.
It was so good to see you “out” and about! Are you seeking professional help for your tendinitis? If you like, my sister in law has some papers describing exercises and stretches for tendinitis. She was going to let me borrow them too as I have some pain and numbness in my hands from time to time. I could scan them into my computer and email them to you. My sister in law actually got tendinitis from a work injury and had surgery for it.
Word from the doctor is rest, exercise, and patience. I do have the stretches though, I do them from time to time and it brings some relief
Glad to see you back and hope you feel better. You are my inspiration for caking. I hope that after your time off you will be able to decorate again.
Can’t wait to see anything new you have to post!
Hi sorry about the tendinitis. I just found you too…*sigh*…BUT!! There is a silver lining your still willing to help us newbies out! Going to try your recipe for red velvet cake. Also, where is the recipe for the delish looking brownies? The ones outta the box never turn out right, tried from scratch and well, we dont talk about that! Take your time and heal and know that we’re out here rooting for you!!
I’m hoping to get the recipe posted this week
So sorry to hear about the tendinitis. You were my inspiration to stick to buttercream icing. I do pray that you will get better and like you said, God is in control. One rule I live by is that all things work together for good to them that love the Lord and that are the called according to His purpose. God is in total control and He will see you through. We will keep the buttercream torch burning till you get back and we will keep praying for you too.
Love Romans 8:28, so good to remember when we’re going through struggles. Not some things work together, ALL things, good or bad
And thank you for your prayers, good to know I’m being held before the Lord 
Hi Seriouscakes, random question…would you recommend your yellow cake recipe for a pineapple upside down cake? thank you!!
I’ve never tried it but the idea has crossed my mind, I think it’d be perfect!
hello seriouscakes, thank you for sharing your skills and recipes. hope you are doing well especially your hands..
(p.s. i agree with you, buttercream is better, ’til ur next post
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Thank you!
Hi Serious Cakes,
I am an experienced cookie and pie baker, who reached the age of 57 without once having a desire to decorate a cake! That is until I stumbled on one of your U-tube videos and was blown away by your artistry and talent. I then researched and looked at many other videos about cake decorating; only to come right back to your videos as the best, most inspiring and helpful cake-decorating videos on the web! (Not to mention the most appropriate music to get the creative juices flowing; I LOVE the music you have added!) I have since completed my first decorating attempt…not great, but not bad; encouraging enough to keep me going. I immediately sent links to your videos to my home-schooling (4 kids) daughter who dabbles in cake decorating…she was enthralled as well. I was blessed to know that you are a believer. It seems to be the Lord’s way to mingle great joy and suffering in His follower’s lives. I pray that He will sustain you through your trials and continue to bless you with creative outlets as you wait on His will. Your videos are a great achievement (especially considering how BUSY you are!) and a blessing to many! I’ll be watching. Denise
Suffering produces perseverance
Building on from there, can’t tell you how amazing this journey has been!
Thank you so much for your kind words, and eep! A homeschooler! I’m always excited to hear from other homeschoolers, please tell your daughter to feel free to contact me also
Keep in touch, I’d love to hear how you progress with the caking, and send me pics! me@seriouscakes.com
Awww….I’m really sorry to hear about your tendinitis….just keep your faith in God strong! Remember, he does what is best!
I agree 100%, God is so very good
You Ma’am are seriously………………….seriously…………..SERIOUSLY…….AWESOME!!! And an inspiration for everyone.
Thank you so much
hey! i was looking around for your cinnamon rolls but i cant find them! now either you took the vid down, or im being blonde and just cant find it, or it wasn’t you to begin with lol. but im 90% sure you did a vid on cinnamon buns/rolls…. yes i can look at other recipes but i love all your other stuff, thought id ask you first
lol, I do have a Cinnamon Bun video, here it is.