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by sanna last updated February 5, 2021 posted January 31, 2021 57 Comments

Woman Scribbles Turns 9 (Giveaway Ended)!

  • Nine years of baking, nine years of learning, of fun, hard work and joy. These nine years of blogging is nothing short of a magical period. Cheesy, but true!

The winner is Cookie. I have emailed you to complete the process. Congratulations! Thank you everyone for joining and thanks for your support!

Freshy baked pandesal on a baking tray.

 Like I was raising my girls from infancy to toddlerhood, then to young humans, this blog has taken (and still is) a big chunk of time, attention, effort, and love. It is a daily part of life. Needless to say, unlike most regular jobs, a blog stays with you. From morning to night, weekends or not, dusk to dawn, and all moments in between ( like another child in my care, really!).

I started Woman Scribbles while I was on maternity leave, pregnant with my first child. It has always been my dream to have a job that is also my passion.  And being 9 months pregnant, the desire to live life on my own terms was stronger than ever. Woman Scribbles was born out of my desire to work my dream job and to do it from home with my brand new baby. So I wrote the very first blog post. It was the year 2012. My heart was soaring with excitement.

Slices of chocolate ombre cake on a dish.

After nearly four years, guess what? I went back to work, I was making $0 from the blog and I was pregnant with my second child. Needless to say, it turned out that blogging as a career is more involved than it seems. 

But here is what made the difference

I never stopped hoping, and believing. Even if I eventually don’t succeed at it, or not make money from it, I never doubted for a moment that this blogging thing is for me. The writing, the baking, the food photography-they are hard work, yes, but a part of my heart jumps each time I step back and see my work.  So I continued showing up each day for that sense of fulfillment.

Moon Cake photo showing a sliced piece to expose the fillings inside.

Here is one magical thing

A kiss of heaven on earth it was, when superstar blogger, Lalaine from Kawaling Pinoy said hi to me on Facebook messenger on one of my typical days as an aspiring blogger. That is the start of what is now continued years of mentorship, support, and friendship. “Just keep at it. Believe me, one day it will happen” are her words. And those words are a big part of why I never stopped blogging.

Ube pianono slices, cut side up.

Here is one thing that sustains me

My husband’s faith in what he did not know. When my maternity leave for my second child was about to end, I told him I was not going back to work so I can pursue this blogging career. Although clueless as to how blogging can be a source of income,  he lovingly said yes. I was making (still) $0, except for some random $60 sponsored work.

My point is if my husband did not believe me from day one- I would have continued blogging still, but the faith he has in what I do makes a world of a difference. He brought me an Olympus camera, a big upgrade from my point and shoot.

Family picture

The reason for it all: My kids.

(I have three now!) And being able to be at home with them while I do my dream job is a dream come true. This is what I always hoped everything will be. This is it. All other things are an added bonus.  

My three kids photo

And here is why I stay motivated

Online shopping. Just kidding. Or not really. Do you know that 6 years ago, I used to borrow changes from my daughter’s piggy bank just so I can buy a pack of frozen purple yam or butter to use for the blog? True story. Financial freedom is a huge blessing, and I am thankful everyday for blogging, for the Universe. It seems to me that this blogging career was handed to me like a gift (in the form of persons, opportunities, and inspirations). 

And to YOU who give this work meaning

Because of you who come here for a recipe, I feel the value of the work I do. So, speaking of online shopping, here is a gift for you, my readers who give meaning to my work. Thank you for sharing the same love I have for baking, food, and life.

GIVEAWAY: KitchenAid Countertop Oven KCO211BM

KitchenAid Countertop Oven

I am giving away a KitchenAid Countertop Oven. To join, simply answer in the comments below: What is your favorite Woman Scribbles recipe? This starts on January 31, 2021, and ends on February 5, 2021. Remember to input your email address in the widget below.

Who can join? Woman Scribbles readers who live anywhere Amazon Canada ships. If for some reason the product cannot be shipped where you are, the monetary value of the prize will be given instead. In that case, the winner should have a PayPal address. Please allow 3-6 weeks for completion.

WINNER: Cookie! Congratulations and thank you to everyone who entered!

Remember to input your email address in the widget below.
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Again, thank you, thank you, guys! My heart swells with gratitude for you. Good luck!

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  1. Jole e says

    February 3, 2021 at 8:24 pm

    I really love all the bread machine recipes, but I also love the mallorca!!i look forward to your ig.posts!

    Reply
  2. shobelyn dayrit says

    February 2, 2021 at 1:26 pm

    I love you Ube pie. It is very simple to make and super delicious. Lalaine encouraged me to keep on going too, and I a glad I did. I like your writing and you photos …

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 3, 2021 at 8:57 pm

      Thanks a lot, Shobelyn. Lalaine is such a gem šŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. Charisse says

    February 1, 2021 at 1:56 pm

    I’ve tried a few of your recipes but the ube bread rolls are the family favorite.

    Reply
  4. Marjorie Chua says

    February 1, 2021 at 8:30 am

    Happy Anniversary!!!!! I love all your recipes. One of my favorite is the Choco Vanilla Chiffon. This is the 1st recipe that I’ve tried from your wonderful blog. It reminds me of my childhood. More power to you and your blog. Thank you. God bless you and your lovely family!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:32 am

      Thank you! Choco Vanilla chiffon reignites childhood memories to me too!

      Reply
  5. Debbie Bashford says

    February 1, 2021 at 5:35 am

    wow wonderful prize, I really like your BAKED CHICKEN EMPANADA RECIPE

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:32 am

      Thanks a lot, Debbie! I love that, too!

      Reply
  6. Diana Samsodan says

    February 1, 2021 at 2:44 am

    Happy 9 Years ! CINNAMON ROLLS WITH CREAM CHEESE ICING recipe is my favorite. Thank you for all your recipes! They’re amaizing!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:33 am

      Nice choice, Diana! Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Ann says

    January 31, 2021 at 11:42 pm

    Congrats Sanna on 9 years of blogging. I was lucky to have discovered Pinterest and Woman Scribbles 9 months ago during the COVID lockdown. Our pantry is always stocked with cans of condense milk so it was no surprise that my first and favourite recipe is your Japanese Condense Milk Bread! Thank you for sharing your wonderful recipes with such grace and many more successful years to you.

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:33 am

      Hi Ann! That one is also my favorite! Thank you!

      Reply
  8. JoAnn C. says

    January 31, 2021 at 11:14 pm

    Happy anniversary, Sanna! And thanks so much for sharing pictures of your beautiful family.
    My favorite recipe is milk bread. It never fails me, it’s always so delicious and it’s so easy to make. Thank you.

    JoAnn C.

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:34 am

      Hi JoAnn! I love Milk Bread. It is one of my first favorites! As always, thank you so much for your support.

      Reply
  9. Carmina Therese Ayque says

    January 31, 2021 at 11:08 pm

    Your spanish bread recipe is so easy to follow and make! =)

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:35 am

      Hello, Carmina! Spanish bread is love šŸ™‚ Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Maricar ElefaƱo-Thelliere says

    January 31, 2021 at 10:22 pm

    Happy anniversary po! My daughter and I love making your mocha roll, and pandesal. Thank you for sharing your magic with the world!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:35 am

      Thank you so much, too Maricar! I hope you bake lots with your daughter šŸ™‚

      Reply
  11. Carlyle Gallares says

    January 31, 2021 at 10:11 pm

    I love your pan de sal recipe, I’ve made it over a dozen times for friends, and family! It’s a winner!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:36 am

      Yay! Thanks a lot, Carlyle! I appreciate it so much!

      Reply
  12. Jessica Perez says

    January 31, 2021 at 8:56 pm

    I started baking filipino breads last year when the pandemic started. The very first thing I tried was your spanish bread. It felt like I was back home. It’s like the same spanish bread that we buy in bakery when we were still in the Philippines. Up until now, every time I make spanish bread, they don’t last a day!! Congrats on your 9 years! More to come. Happy baking! šŸ™‚

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:36 am

      Thank you, thank you, Jessica!

      Reply
  13. Sienna says

    January 31, 2021 at 8:22 pm

    Congratulations!!! Thank you for always sharing your recipes!!!

    I really do love your Spanish Bread recipe, it is my fave snack from my childhood til now, and to be able to create that from your recipe gives me a sense of contentment and having to enjoy it while still piping hot, is such a bliss!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:37 am

      Bliss it is! I so agree, baking buddy! Thank you so much!

      Reply
  14. Tara McLaren says

    January 31, 2021 at 7:10 pm

    My favorite is the Japanese Condensed Milk Bread! My family loves it. It’s also very festive with the maraschino cherries, so at Christmas, I buy red paper loaf pans and make this bread in them for gifts. They are very popular.

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:44 am

      That was such a great idea, Tara!

      Reply
  15. Kristin Threlkeld says

    January 31, 2021 at 6:54 pm

    Swedish cardamom buns

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:44 am

      Thank you, Kristin!

      Reply
  16. Joanne P. says

    January 31, 2021 at 6:06 pm

    I love baking and my favorite to bake is your Ube Roll Cake as my girls love to bake it with me! Baking becomes our special time.

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:47 am

      That is so precious, Joanne. Thank you so much!

      Reply
  17. Belinda says

    January 31, 2021 at 4:25 pm

    Almost all your bread recipes are good..my favourite one is your Sweet Cheese Rolls..
    Thank you for sharing .

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:48 am

      Thank you so much, Belinda!

      Reply
  18. Cherry batac says

    January 31, 2021 at 3:29 pm

    Congrats!
    I Love your Pandesal !

    Che

    Reply
  19. Jane says

    January 31, 2021 at 3:14 pm

    Wow. What a lovely post!

    I don’t have a favorite recipe except for ALL
    Of the bread posts. These have worked out great and I learned how to make filled buns.

    I love the posts with ingredients I am not too familiar with— like purple yams. Those are a future, aspirational, project.

    Keep up the amazing work.

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:49 am

      Wow! Thanks a lot, Jane! Happy Baking!

      Reply
  20. Mary says

    January 31, 2021 at 2:12 pm

    Ube Cupcakes!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:50 am

      Love that, too! Thanks, Mary!

      Reply
  21. Aileen says

    January 31, 2021 at 2:11 pm

    Pan De Sal. (which is how I discovered your blog)

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:51 am

      Thanks a lot, Aileen!

      Reply
  22. Aileen Ocampo says

    January 31, 2021 at 2:11 pm

    CHEESE LOAF BREAD!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:51 am

      Yummy choice, Aileen!

      Reply
    • Lorraine says

      February 3, 2021 at 8:21 pm

      I tried so many pandesal recipes and yours is the best!

      Reply
  23. Jen says

    January 31, 2021 at 1:45 pm

    Happy 9 years!
    My fave is the ube loaf bread recipe. This was the first recipe from your blog that I baked and loved it. Been following you ever since.

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:58 am

      A million thanks, Jen!

      Reply
  24. Jackie says

    January 31, 2021 at 12:57 pm

    Congratulations Sanna! Thank you for sharing your story of how you kept up with blogging and of course, for sharing all your delicious recipes. I’m often browsing your site for recipe inspiration to make new things for my family. I loved making the braided hot dog buns and pandesal which were hits with my young children. Looking forward to trying the rest that I have bookmarked out!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:59 am

      Thanks a lot, Jackie! I am grateful!

      Reply
  25. Lynnette H says

    January 31, 2021 at 12:47 pm

    Happy 9 Years to you! Your pandesal recipe is my absolute favorite. Thank you for sharing your passion with all of us!

    Reply
  26. Jan says

    January 31, 2021 at 12:00 pm

    Congratulations, Sanna! I don’t think I can enter your contest because I’m the US but I still want to share that my favorite recipe so far is, of course, your Spanish bread! All your recipes look amazing and the hard part is figuring out what to make next! ā¤ļøā˜ŗļø

    Reply
    • sanna says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      Thank you so much Jan! And you can join! Input your email in the widget.:)

      Reply
  27. Joan Garma says

    January 31, 2021 at 11:29 am

    Mocha roll

    Reply
    • sanna says

      January 31, 2021 at 12:37 pm

      Thanks, Joan! Pleasw dont forget to input your email address in tje giveawayb widget on the post.

      Reply
  28. Max says

    January 31, 2021 at 11:29 am

    Pandesal is my favorite womanscribble recipe!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      January 31, 2021 at 12:38 pm

      Love pandesal! Thanks, Max!

      Reply
  29. Chrissy says

    January 31, 2021 at 11:08 am

    Excited to try your own de leche!! Congratulations on 9 years!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      January 31, 2021 at 12:36 pm

      Thanks, Chrissy! Please dont forget to input your email address in the giveaway widget.

      Reply
  30. Carla May O. Villanueva says

    January 31, 2021 at 11:02 am

    Hello there and Happy 9 years and more…
    Almost all of your recipes are worth trying and mouthwatering but I love most of it are Taisan, Ube Pianono and Pandesal.
    I love to bake too, make breads, cookies and cakes Hope that I will be chosen to win this oven as a birthday (February 14) gift also to myself.
    More power and keep on inspiring us who are just starting to learn and live what we are doing which is baking.
    Thanks and stay safe!

    Reply
    • sanna says

      January 31, 2021 at 12:35 pm

      Hi Carla, thank you very much. Advance happy birthday. I noticed you did not input yoir email address to the giveaway widget, please do so you will be entered. Thanks!

      Reply

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