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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Just pre-ordered your new cookbook! I’ve been wanting to buy a cookbook from you and no time like the present. Praying for your family during this time.
I’m soo so sorry Caroline. Please take time to listen to yourself and grieve in ways only you know how to.
Prayers for you and your family
This is truly heartbreaking. I’m so sorry that you have lost your wonderful husband. I will pray that he is enjoying heaven and also for you and your family.
Oh Carolyn. This is such devastating news. I am so sorry you and your family must go through this. Thank you for letting us know. I will be praying for all of you.
Carolyn, I have enjoyed your recipes, your energy, and your love for sharing with us all these years. Praying for you and your family through this deeply difficult, tragic time for you all. Looking forward to new and old recipes. All of yours are so good! Take it at the best pace for you, as far as sharing with us. We understand. 💕
My condolences on your loss. May your memories of the good times wrap you in love and comfort you.
My heart felt sympathy, Carolyn. Prayers for you & your family as you deal with the greatest loss of our lives. May you sense God holding you tightly as you journey through this valley of life.
Dear Caroline. I am so sorry to read about the sudden passing of your husband. My heart goes out to you and your family, and as a believer I am praying for your comfort and peace during this difficult time. If Tim was a believer, you can know he is in heaven with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, worshiping Him, and experiencing a far greater existence than we can imagine.
Sincere condolences.
Carolyn,
My heart goes out to you. Sending you and your family prayers. Take as much time as you need to adjust and grieve. Your cyber family is here supporting your needs. I became a widow at 49 years old.
I will hold you close to my heart, and pray for God’s peace and comfort, for you, your family, and all who loves him.
Dear Carolyn, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know what it feels like to lose a beloved husband. I’m sending prayers and hugs your way. May you have peace and comfort as you navigate this difficult time!
I’m so very heartbroken for you and the children. I don’t know how long I’ve been following you but it’s been a long time. I do have all your books and look forward to the next.
Be kind to yourself, take the time you and the children need… Love and light.
Steph
Dear Carolyn, I am so sorry to hear of this unexpected tragedy that has hit your family. You, and your family, are in my thoughts and prayers.
I thoroughly enjoy your work and the recipes you develop. I’m a fairly recent fan. so I’m looking forward to seeing your older work that I had missed, while you take the time you need to process your grief and immerse yourself in the love and support of your family and close friends. God loves you, and please rest assured that your husband is there in heaven with him as you’re reading this!
Carolyn, I am so sorry for your loss. No words can help, but know that my thoughts are with you and your family.
So very sorry for your loss. I’m a fan, have bought books in the past and always read your posts and print your recipes. Praying for comfort for you and your children during this difficult time. 🙏💔
I’m so sorry. Any other words feel hallow.