Hit publish!

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Lynz Real Cooking

Hi to all of my friends and new followers! You have been dearly missed these past few months. As many of my good friends know, the past year has been full of; baking, cooking, taking photos, testing, re-testing, editing and endless reviewing. I finally had to say “enough” and am hoping to push the publish button on Monday! I have ordered numerous proofs, changed the cover about 7 times and have had plenty of testing and reviewing by my kids, their fantastic spouses and a special friend of the family. So here is the final look and I hope to be back on here visiting and having fun on a regular basis as of today!

Thanks for the love and support,

Lynn

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Teagan R. Geneviene on January 24, 2020 at 7:23 am said:

How exciting! Congratulations, Lynn. Let me know if you are going to do a book launch. Hugs.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 7:44 am said:
  
  How do I do a book launch? Lol
  
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  - Teagan R. Geneviene on January 24, 2020 at 8:43 am said:
    
    Since you’re laughing, I’m not sure if you’re joking or not… But the simplest way is: Write up an announcement and description of the book. Do a post asking your followers and friends to share it on blogs and social media. Be sure to include an image of the book cover, and purchase links. Hugs.
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 9:16 am said:
      
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  - Teagan R. Geneviene on January 24, 2020 at 8:45 am said:
    
    My reply just disappeared…
    The most simple way is similar to your post here. Write a post with description of the book. Be sure to include the cover image and purchase links. Either before or as part of the post ask your followers and friends to share it on blogs and social media.
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 9:16 am said:
      
      Oh ok thanks so much!! I will do that for sure
      
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      - C.E.Robinson on January 25, 2020 at 9:58 am said:
        
        Congratulations, Lynn. What an accomplishment. Good luck with publishing your book. 📚🎶 Christine
        
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      - Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 1:09 pm said:
        
        Thanks Christine!
        
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Tony "T-Bird" Burgess on January 24, 2020 at 7:31 am said:

Welcome back. Hope all is well. I was kinda wondering where you went off to.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 7:43 am said:
  
  Thanks Tony! I hope you are doing well. I finally had to stop editing and just consider it good enough.
  
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ohiocook on January 24, 2020 at 8:58 am said:

Congratulations, Lynn!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 9:15 am said:
  
  Thank you!!
  
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Pure Glory on January 24, 2020 at 8:59 am said:

Lynn, good to see a post from you. Was wondering if you would return. Congratulations on your cookbook.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 9:13 am said:
  
  Thanks so much!! Good to see you too
  
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  - Pure Glory on January 24, 2020 at 10:58 am said:
    
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koolaidmoms on January 24, 2020 at 9:03 am said:

So amazing! I am sure this is just the first of many wonderful things coming your way! Congratulations!!!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 9:06 am said:
  
  Thanks sweet Marci
  
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Gail’s Snapshotsincursive on January 24, 2020 at 9:31 am said:

Congratulations on all the hard work! Well Done, Lyn! 🌟✨💫

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 9:34 am said:
  
  Thanks Gail!
  
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IreneDesign2011 on January 24, 2020 at 9:53 am said:

Congratulations sister and listen to Teagan, we do all wish to support you and share all about your new book 😀
So nice to see you back in here, you have been missed ❤

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 3:14 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much Irene! How are you ?
  
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  - IreneDesign2011 on January 24, 2020 at 11:43 pm said:
    
    Much better, Lynn.
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 5:46 am said:
      
      I am glad sis
      
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Claire | Art and Soul on January 24, 2020 at 10:16 am said:

This is fantastic news! The book looks great 🙂 Congratulations and it’s great to have you back x

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 12:08 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Claire!!
  
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swo8 on January 24, 2020 at 10:28 am said:

Brava Lynn, well done.
Leslie xoxo

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Clive on January 24, 2020 at 11:23 am said:

Hi Lynn! Great to see you back again. Lots of luck with your new book – I hope it’s a huge success for you x

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 12:09 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Clive 💖
  
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  - Clive on January 24, 2020 at 12:14 pm said:
    
    YVW! And thanks for all the ‘likes’ 😊 x
    
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thespiritkeeper on January 24, 2020 at 12:06 pm said:

Congratulations Lynn on another book that will be successful. Nice to see your grace the pages of your blog again after a break. Missed you and welcome back.

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nanasworldweb on January 24, 2020 at 1:20 pm said:

Wow Lynn that’s super exciting! Plus it will be fun seeing you back in the blogging world😍

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 3:08 pm said:
  
  Thanks so good to see you 😀
  
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Garrulous Gwendoline on January 24, 2020 at 1:26 pm said:

Congratulations! Now the hard work of promotion begins. Good luck and much success.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 3:09 pm said:
  
  So true
  
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Chatter Master on January 24, 2020 at 1:54 pm said:

Congratulations Lynn !!!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 3:10 pm said:
  
  Thanks Colleen 😍
  
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  - Chatter Master on January 24, 2020 at 6:40 pm said:
    
    You’re welcome. 🙂
    
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Peter's pondering on January 24, 2020 at 2:38 pm said:

Happy New Year Lynn. Good to see you again.
I’m really pleased to hear you are now at the publishing stage, you’ve put a great deal of time and effort into it.
Looking forward to seeing your name popping up again.
xx

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 3:11 pm said:
  
  Thanks Peter! Hope you are doing well 😍
  
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  - Peter's pondering on January 24, 2020 at 3:40 pm said:
    
    Just got over a viral infection that started Christmas day and refused to budge. Now good thanks.
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 4:07 pm said:
      
      So glad you are better
      
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Barbara Lindsey on January 24, 2020 at 2:38 pm said:

Congratulations Lynn. Book looks wonderful.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 3:11 pm said:
  
  Thanks Barb!
  
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leggypeggy on January 24, 2020 at 2:46 pm said:

Way to go! Congratulations!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 3:12 pm said:
  
  Thanks!! Good to see you
  
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CarolCooks2 on January 24, 2020 at 3:03 pm said:

Well Done, Lynz a fabulous achievement… Xx

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 3:13 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Carol 😀
  
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  - CarolCooks2 on January 24, 2020 at 3:29 pm said:
    
    Thank you…I am in the process of testing recipes…It is much harder than I thought it would be write a cook book..so many recipes keep popping into my head and then I start again…haha
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 4:06 pm said:
      
      Yes!!
      
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Steven Baird on January 24, 2020 at 3:36 pm said:

Congratulations, and best of luck!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 4:06 pm said:
  
  Thanks!
  
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D. Wallace Peach on January 24, 2020 at 4:04 pm said:

Aweesooommmee! Congrats, Lynn. Wonderful news!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 24, 2020 at 4:07 pm said:
  
  Thanks!!!
  
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syl65 on January 24, 2020 at 6:50 pm said:

The cover looks great, Lynn! Congratulations!!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 5:47 am said:
  
  Thanks dear Syl have missed you lots! How are you?
  
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  - syl65 on January 25, 2020 at 7:52 am said:
    
    You’re welcome,. my dear sister. Have missed you too. I’m doing good 😊 looking forward to your wonderful recipes 😋
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 1:05 pm said:
      
      Thanks!
      
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      - syl65 on January 25, 2020 at 1:15 pm said:
        
        You’re welcome!
        
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EsmeSalon (@EsmeSalon) on January 24, 2020 at 8:27 pm said:

So good to see you again Lynn – This is such good news and HUGE congratulations. If you wish, you can do a write up and post and I will share it on my blog to showcase it. Let me know if you’re interested.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 5:47 am said:
  
  Thanks so much and yes that would be so nice!
  
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watchingthedaisies on January 25, 2020 at 1:15 am said:

Welcome back and many congratulations Lynn. Wishing you lots of sales.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 5:46 am said:
  
  Thanks so much!
  
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MeRaw on January 25, 2020 at 1:18 am said:

Very many congratulations 😊
Good to see you again 😊
x

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 5:46 am said:
  
  So good to see you!
  
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  - MeRaw on January 27, 2020 at 10:58 am said:
    
    😊💖😊
    
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derrickjknight on January 25, 2020 at 3:00 am said:

Congratulations, Lynn

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 5:46 am said:
  
  Thanks!
  
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Henry brown on January 25, 2020 at 3:56 am said:

Wow congrats, I have been following your story for a while and even tried a few of your recipes on YouTube, which I loved. But If I am being honest, the cover really needs some work, would love for this to be a hit for your but I’m not sure the cover is eye catching enough. Maybe a graphic designer could help you out, try fiver I am sure there is someone there that can spruce it up for you for a very reasonable price. Anyway good luck and congrats

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 5:45 am said:
  
  Thanks so much! This is obviously a homemade effort in every way and at this point it’s time to get it out! Your honesty is appreciated
  
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vivachange77 on January 25, 2020 at 4:46 am said:

I love your title, Lynn. Blessings on your hard wok and future success with your cook book. ❤

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 5:44 am said:
  
  Thank you dear Ina 😍
  
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pamkirst2014 on January 25, 2020 at 7:23 am said:

Congratulations, Lyn! It looks beautiful, and what a mighty accomplishment. I look forward to ordering info!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 1:05 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Pam! I have missed you 😍
  
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  - pamkirst2014 on January 25, 2020 at 1:34 pm said:
    
    You have been missed, too, Lyn!!!!
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 2:24 pm said:
      
      😍😍
      
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-Eugenia on January 25, 2020 at 8:03 am said:

I am glad to see you back, Lynn! Congrats and wishing you much success.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 1:06 pm said:
  
  Hi Franci!! Thanks so much
  
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  - -Eugenia on January 25, 2020 at 2:23 pm said:
    
    You’re welcome! I’m so glad you’re back!
    
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C.E.Robinson on January 25, 2020 at 10:00 am said:

Lyn, congratulations on your book, and good luck publishing it. 📚🎶 Christine

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 1:09 pm said:
  
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purpleslob on January 25, 2020 at 1:16 pm said:

May it be a huge success!! It looks lovely. Welcome back to out little bit of blogosphere!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 1:24 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much!!
  
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  - purpleslob on February 5, 2020 at 4:59 pm said:
    
    My pleasure!
    
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Itching for Hitching on January 25, 2020 at 2:22 pm said:

Congratulations and I hope it sells like hot cakes!

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 25, 2020 at 2:24 pm said:
  
  Thanks!!!😍
  
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Debbie Lynn on January 27, 2020 at 4:38 am said:

Wow! Congratulations Lynn! 🙂

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 29, 2020 at 6:12 am said:
  
  Thanks Debbie!
  
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jennymarie4 on January 27, 2020 at 9:56 pm said:

This is great news Lynn, congratulations! I know you’ve been working hard on this, and how wonderful it must be for you to see it complete! I’m so happy for you❤️

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- Lynz Real Cooking on January 29, 2020 at 6:11 am said:
  
  Thanks so much! Almost done
  
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America On Coffee on February 3, 2020 at 8:07 pm said:

Hi Lynn nice to know you are back. Hope you and your family are having a wonderful New Year!💕❤️

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- Lynz Real Cooking on February 3, 2020 at 8:08 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much ! You too
  
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Eat Dessert First on February 6, 2020 at 2:26 pm said:

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- Lynz Real Cooking on February 6, 2020 at 2:41 pm said:
  
  Thanks
  
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Annika Perry on February 8, 2020 at 10:33 pm said:

Wow! 😀 Lynn, congratulations on you book! It is frightening to hit that publish button … the book looks delightful and inviting! A huge achievement and a first for me – I’ve never come across an indie-published cookbook. Wishing you much luck with ‘Mom Plus Nine Cooks’ (terrific title!). xx

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- Lynz Real Cooking on February 9, 2020 at 7:24 am said:
  
  Thanks so much Annika!! Xx is that what I am an indie author? Wow what is that
  
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  - Annika Perry on February 9, 2020 at 7:57 am said:
    
    I am just assuming you are an indie author … a blogger explained it perfectly the other day as: “When you are creative director of your books, from concept to completion and beyond.” If you are published by a mainstream publisher than the phrase seems to be ‘traditionally published’.
    
    The definitions say creative director of your books, from concept to completion and beyond.
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on February 9, 2020 at 10:41 am said:
      
      Wow cool! Ok that’s what I am! Proud ❣️
      
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  - kentuckyangel24 on February 11, 2020 at 10:57 am said:
    
    I’ve read your blogs so I know how good you are! Cooking with the kids is good for all of you.
    
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    - Lynz Real Cooking on February 11, 2020 at 12:27 pm said:
      
      Yes it is! My grandkids now cook too!
      
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kentuckyangel24 on February 11, 2020 at 3:26 am said:

How exciting for you, Lynn! I’m so happy for you and your family of cooks! And in awe of the process! I tried to write a recipe one time and know what an effort it is.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on February 11, 2020 at 8:35 am said:
  
  It has been a huge challenge❣️
  
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Sue Dreamwalker on February 23, 2020 at 7:10 am said:

Hi Dear Lynz, Wonderful News, thank you so much for dropping by as you seem to have fell off of my radar, Congratulations on your New Publication… Your books look amazing!,,, Well done..
And I know its late..
But well wishes sent for 2020, Good luck with your promotions…
Much love your way Lynz..
Sue ❤

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- Lynz Real Cooking on February 23, 2020 at 8:22 am said:
  
  Thank you so much Sue! Hope you are well
  
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  - Sue Dreamwalker on February 23, 2020 at 8:26 am said:
    
    Very well thank you, and likewise hope alls good with you Lynz.. ❤
    
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Matt Teer's Newbie Kitchen on March 3, 2020 at 5:39 pm said:

Have yet to read your posts but I’m delighted to be a follower. Looks like you have a great blog here.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on March 4, 2020 at 8:39 am said:
  
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Tangie T. Woods on April 19, 2020 at 12:41 pm said:

Congratulations. I pray much success.

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- Lynz Real Cooking on April 19, 2020 at 1:00 pm said:
  
  Thanks!
  
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alavenderplace on April 21, 2020 at 4:01 am said:

Wow! Congratulations to you!

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