Dear readers,
These are the hardest words I will ever have to write. My husband, Tim Ketchum, died suddenly last week of what was first thought to be an abdominal aneurysm. Doctors now think he may have had a genetic connective tissue disorder that weakened the structure of his aorta.
He was my partner in every sense of the word. He was my best friend, my confidante, my safe place. And oh, he was such an amazing father. He shared the burden of raising our three children with gusto, being present in a way that most dads will never be.
Everyone who ever met Tim loved him. Even people who only met him in passing were charmed by him. Warm, compassionate, loving, thoughtful. And funny as hell! I fell in love with him because he made me laugh. And even as life became more complicated and serious, we never lost that connection, that goofiness and silliness that made every situation easier to bear.
I feel compelled to share here because I am not quite sure what the future looks like. Certainly for the near term, I will be scaling back my time on All Day I Dream About Food so I can focus on my family and my grief. You will still see posts and recipes from me, but I don’t quite know with what frequency. I will be taking the easy route, updating older posts and sharing simple recipes. I have a backlog of some already that I can share over the next few weeks. I also have help with my social media and I am every so grateful to Stephanie, who has taken over my Facebook page completely for now.
Then again, I may decide to lose myself in the process of baking and create some amazing keto cakes. I honestly don’t know what I want or what I need right now. But I ask that you give me grace for not answering your questions in a timely fashion.
How you can help
I am so fortunate to have created an amazing community of readers and followers, some of whom have been with me for over a decade. I know many of you will want to help in some way. And I am grateful for your thoughts and your kindness.
The best thing you can do is keep coming to my website, reading my posts (both new and old), and sharing my posts on social media. Share to groups, share with friends, and pin my recipes to your Pinterest boards. This website has been my family’s source of income for many years now and views will generate much needed ad revenue. I know that ads can be cumbersome, but I ask that you take time to scroll through each post a little bit.
Another great way to help me is to purchase my cookbooks. In particular, pre-order my upcoming book, The Protein Advantage. I will not have much time to promote it now, but it’s something I worked so hard on. I would love to see it succeed and pre-orders make a huge difference to the overall sales of the book. It helps retailers decide how many copies they want to keep on their shelves. And I can assure you, it’s a book worthy of your time.
Thank you for reading. If you are a spiritual person, please send up some thoughts for the wonderful Tim Ketchum. He was a light in the world and touched so many people. I can say confidently that if you had met him, you would have loved him.
Nutritional Disclaimer
Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.
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I am so sorry for the loss of your husband, may you draw near to God for strength and comfort. prayers for your family.
I am so very sorry for your loss! I have followed your recipes and page for years and have been inspired by you! May you find peace, comfort and healing!
OH GOD I am just so sorry. What a beautiful family you are.
I’m so sorry for your loss. These will be some of the hardest moments of your life, but please remember—he wanted you to be happy. He wanted to see you smile… and he still does. I pray you find comfort in knowing that Tim’s love has not left you—it lives on. May you feel Tim’s love in every quiet moment and may the beautiful energy he created around your family continue to guide, protect, and uplift you.
You are not alone. Love never dies.
So very sorry for your loss…..I can’t imagine the pain and loss you feel right now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your precious family. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace in this time of great sorrow.
I am so very sorry to learn of this profound loss. You, your family, and friends are in my prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you and your family. Please take the time you need and also thank you for the suggestions on how your community can support you. I have pre-ordered your new book and look forward to adding it to my library. Take care.
Carolyn, please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, Tim. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Take the time that you need to grieve and figure your next steps. I’m sure I speak for many that we love your recipes and your hard work. Sending love to you!!
Carolyn,
I just read about the news. I’m very sorry to hear what happened. My heart goes out to you and your family.
I’m here in India with Dr. Ron Rosedale. He sends his condolences as well.🙏♥️
I don’t know what else is going on in your life, but If you’re looking to travel, I’ve got a job possibility for you working with the family I’ve been working for for 17 years, the Mukesh Ambani, family of India.
Here’s my email and my WhatsApp number
My hope is that you grieve properly and then bury yourself in your work and your family to lessen the pain. I hope this helps you, Andre Chimene.
andreboco@yahoo.com
1 401 5731928
Our sincerest condolences for you and your family’s loss. Take time for yourselves…We will be here.
My sincerest condolences to you and all your loved ones. Prayers for God’s comfort and peace to surround you all. I am grateful for your wonderful work and will continue to support you! Take the time you need!!
Love knows no end. Be kind to yourself. Know your grief is shared. We appreciate you.
Praying for you and your family! I’m so sorry for your loss. 💔
My prayers for you and your family dear sweet amazing lady
I send you my love and prayers for peace of mind and strength.
Thank you for all of the good you have created and shared.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Such sad news. May God lead you to peace and memories.