Father And Baker

Welcome to "Father and Baker," a baking blog that invites you to savor the confluence of flour, sugar, and cherished memories. My baking adventure began when our eldest daughter, seeking refuge from the stresses of high school life, discovered the therapeutic wonders of baking. She was captivated by intricate cake decorations and delectable treats showcased in online videos and would spend hours watching YouTube videos on food art and decoration. As every parent with teenage or adult-aged kids have realized that there comes a point in life when you transition from earning for some free time away from your kids to earning for some time or anytime with your kids. For me that transition came unannounced and sudden as the kids got into high school and especially once they started to drive. Eager to spend quality time with my daughters, I embraced baking alongside them, transforming our kitchen into a haven of shared laughter and joy.

As parents, we try our best to make our children embrace our passions, be it college football, hiking, running, or camping. Despite my best efforts (believe me there has been many Buckeye football games while growing up), my daughters didn't share an interest in any of my activities. It's a common parental desire to see our children mirror our interests, yet the reality is that each individual's journey is uniquely their own. Rather than insisting on them adapting to my interests, I learned that the true joy lies in adapting to and embracing their interests. While my daughters may not have shared my enthusiasm for outdoor adventures, they found happiness in the world of baking.

"Father and Baker" is not just a testament to the delicious creations that emerge from our kitchen; it's a celebration of the flexibility and open-mindedness required in parenting. It's an acknowledgment that our children's passions may differ from our own, and that's perfectly okay. By immersing myself in the art of baking, I not only gained a newfound appreciation for the skill but, more importantly, discovered a way to connect with my daughters.

Despite many of my friends and colleagues asking me to start this blog, I don’t intend this to be instructional, leave alone inspirational. There are number of great websites and channels for baking recipes and I myself as a novice baker am simply following others recipes. However, I hope that the blog is therapeutic as I pen our experiences trying the different recipes and hopefully share with others on a similar journey.Join us as we navigate the delightful realms of sugar, spice, and everything nice, forging bonds that withstand the test of time and evolving interests.