First, I want to thank you all for being part of this community. It’s been such a wonderfully nourishing experience for me have this website and be able to share recipes and tips for good living with all of you.
However, there is another side to running a website. Like everyone in this age of information overload, I’m looking at working better and smarter. Doing more with less. As you may have noticed, I haven’t been posting quite as often. I’ve also gone on a social media diet, checking into Twitter and Facebook a couple of times a week instead of several times a day.
Further, after much consideration, I’ve decided to close down the Forums. Although the forums have served a good purpose, all in all, I’ve found that they are one more place for me to monitor in terms of the work I put into this website. I believe that the community can continue to connect in the comments section of each post and that it will still be productive for you to leave your remarks there.
So yes, change is in the air.
And I’m interested in you. I want you to tell me what type of information you find useful on this site. What are you doing with your life right now and what in particular are you looking for here?
So please, leave a comment and share your thoughts. I’m very interested, even though I do not often respond to comments, I do personally read each and every comment that you leave on every post.
Thanks for 6 great years and looking forward to many more!
Emily says
I love your recipes, especially desserts, because they are both gluten-free and fantastic. I say, cut back in whatever way works for you! If cutting back now means you’ll keep this up (instead of trying to do it all, then throwing in the towel later), then please do whatever you need :)
Whitney Franco says
Thanks for a great website. I’m a registered dietitian, with a focus in integrative and alternative nutrition therapies, as well as pediatric nutrition. I’ve loved your recipes, little tips, and humor along the way. Many of my clients, as well as myself, thrive on gluten-free eating. Though I’ve enjoyed flipping through the forums as a way to read what “my clients” may be thinking, I’ve mainly enjoyed your cooking tips and recipes. I’ve sent many a client your way for some of the best gluten-free tips and recipes out there. Many thanks, and I applaud your efforts to streamline your endeavors!
Janet McAvoy says
I am sorry to hear you are shutting down this site as I am afraid to use “Facebook” because we have had some costly viruses that I suspect have come from this site.
I have enjoyed your site mainly because it gives me an alternative to the wonderful recipes you offer. I am seriously allergic to the alanine family (onions, garlic, etc) am gluten free, dairy free, just went through a major acheness when going off of nightshades, corn free and there are probably other foods that I am not listing. I cook all my own foods, juice with a masticating juicer and stay off of my major addictor which is refined sugars.
Will have to look elsewhere for specific recipes. Thank you so much for all your hard work.
Julia says
Thank you Elana for all you do. I love your site. I check it all the time for recipes. I am eating Paleo now just since November 2011, so I am still a newbie. I love your recipes, healthy living advice, etc. I don’t think I have ever used the forums, but could be mistaken. I don’t think it will effect me if the forums are closed. Please keep posting your new recipes, healthy living advice, and updates on what you and your family are up to. I love reading it.
Elke Zuercher-White says
Dear Elana:
I wrote some time ago; did not get a response.
Does your almond-flour cookbook contain many meat/fish based recipes? I am gluten intolerant, also vegetarian. I would order the book if it has few meat/fish recipes. Otherwise, are you planning on writing a vegetarian, gluten free cookbook?
I find delight in the recipes you have posted on-line.
Thanks for your response,
Elke Zuercher-White
Katlin says
Hi Elana,
I love the your comment about a social media “diet”. I LOVE posting (when I have time) and love socializing throughout the big world of the web but appreciate that sometimes its a good idea to take a break so you visit and spend more time in the real world that surounds us.
I love your blog and your recipes are invaluable. Thank you!
Katlin
Lisa says
Thank you Elana for all of the great recipes. I’m so very grateful to have found an alternative to flour – I never even thought it would be possible, and it is solely thanks to you.
Best of luck and many thanks.
I look forward to more!
Lisa
Montie Vogt says
Hi Elana! Thank you so much for all the work you have put into this venture. Please do what you need to to take care of yourself and your family. My nutritionist put me onto your site.I was dx with gluten sensitivity about 5 years ago. I have found that most of the gluten free “goodies” are devoid of nutrition ad high in calories (I am overweight). Your paleo bread recipe has saved me! I make it regularly in 4 mini loaves and freeze them. I allow myself one per week – in small slices. It satisfies my sweet tooth and is a real treat. I vary the dried fruits and nuts combination. Have also tried the coconut bars – excellent,
Brenda Watson says
Just wanted to thank you for your excellent information – and boy do I understand your need to shift the focus. Time is love, and your gorgeous boys appreciate your clarity in this.
In both maintaining my family’s health and running my digestive care company with my husband, our understanding of “healthful diets” has zigged and zagged. We’re now “Paleo-ish” – hahaha! – the message of organic natural foods, close to the source has at least been a stable friend. I just wanted to say, when in need of a gluten free recipe in past years, (and now grain-free) it’s been a pleasure to turn to you many times, with much success.
Keep up the excellent work, Elana!! We’re all out there with you, carrying the story!
Brenda Watson
Leanne says
I always read all your posts, so as long as you’re gonna continue those I’m happy ;-)
To all the readers of this comment, please can I ask you a question?!
I just recently started a blog after wanting to for soooo long but never had the courage, and I’d like to get? some feedback on different topics so I have a poll on my blog. Would you mind voting on this poll of mine, it will just take a second!
http://eatandgetmoving.wordpress.com/2012/02/20/where-to-begin/ ? you’d help me out a lot! Thank you :-)
Love to all from Leanne (Holland)