Desserts for the Deserving
Amanda, from I Am Baker, blogged awhile back about delivering a little sunshine to those going through difficult times called Desserts for the Deserving. I am very thankful that I get to be involved with Desserts for the Deserving; to be able to deliver just a little bit of sunshine. There is nothing like an unexpected gift at an unexpected time. People from all over went on Amanda’s website and nominated friends and family and why they were deserving of a little pick me up.
Desserts for the Deserving was established in 2011 with the sole purpose of bringing people joy. It is a non profit movement where bloggers, bakers, crafters, and all forms of creative people offer up time and resources to bring strangers joy.
One morning I received an email with my nominee’s information. Her story is not all that different from my sister-in-law’s. She suffers from Fibromyaligia. If you don’t know anything about this condition, it is quite deblitating. Fibromyalgia is a common syndrome in which a person has long-term, body-wide pain and tenderness in the joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. Imagine going through the day with chronic pain.
As I thought about this dear lady, I didn’t know quite what to make.
You want it to be special. You want so desperately to brighten her day.
Even if just a little.
It was nearing the 4th of July, so I decided to do patriotic colored hot air balloons.
Hot air balloons launch near our home almost weekly.
There is something hopeful about balloons.
I so desperately want her not to lose hope in the midst of the pain.
Bunting and Chevron patterns always bring a smile.
There is something cheerful about bunting.
As I packed up the boxes with some 4th of July goodies, my prayer was that
this precious woman’s day would be brightened by this package on her
doorstep.
The boxes are packed. I am thankful that I was chosen to be able to send cookies.
My prayer is that doctor’s would have wisdom and be able to help these
individuals who are struggling with pain day in and day out as they
learn to live with Fibromyaligia.
My prayer’s are with this precious woman and her daughter
who cares for her.
Would you like to read more about Desserts for the Deserving? Amanda, set up a Pinterest board with many of the different creations and stories that have been sent out around the country. Pop over to these blogs and pages and read about some of the other families and their stories.
Here are the links to a few:
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Let me introduce myself, my name is Melissa Barbakoff and I have a passion for baking, nutrition and creating beautiful, edible gifts. I have loved to bake since I was a little girl but it wasn't until recently that it became a full time pursuit. The Baked Equation was born as a way to raise funds for our charity, Micah 6:8 Sudan. Our dream is to help train pastors and to build a sustainable farming community in Southern Sudan. So it all started with a "Bake Sale" and the sale has never quite ended. Sponsors
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your cookies are prefectly cute, Melissa. And, thanks for including me!
Thank you so much, Susan!
Giving is so much fun, isn’t it? I loved being part of Desserts for the Deserving (btw, thanks a lot for linking to my post
). Your cookies are soooooooooooooo beautiful!
Karolina, thank you so much! It is so much fun to give.
I love the idea of giving people a little deserving gift. It is a wonderful way to let people know that others care about them. I am very excited for all the people that will get a little love from such talented and sweet bakers. Your cookies, like you, are wonderful!!
Thanks so much, lady! I appreciate your kind comments.
So perfectly done … so uplifting!! I KNOW you made her day brighter and she forgot her circumstances for just a little bit!
Strong work, my friend! 
These are so cute. I’m sure they’re going to spread a whole lot of cheer!
Those are beautiful, Melissa! I love the chevron pattern on the balloons. I’m sure your recipient was thrilled to receive them! Thanks for the link to my site.
Penny
Thank you so much! I loved your mail box cookies. Precious.
I love these cookies! And I love them even more now that I know they were created with such a wonderful purpose! You are so kind and thoughtful and these cookies just shine! I am sure they were well received.
You are so sweet. I have no doubt that the recipient of your beautiful cookies will be deeply touched by your thoughtfulness and very impressed by your decorating talents too