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The Need for Change

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The Need for Change from The Baking Beauties to Faithfully Gluten Free

Hang on there – don’t click away! If you intended to search out your favourite gluten free recipe from The Baking Beauties, you’re at the right place.

For the past 7 years I’ve been sharing recipes under The Baking Beauties, and over that time, things have changed. I felt that the name, The Baking Beauties, no longer suited this site. I’ve been struggling with wanting to rename for two years, but of all the names I came up with, nothing felt right.

I felt stuck. I wanted to change. I saw the need for change. I felt the need to change. I just didn’t know what I wanted to change to. It is draining when you feel you should be moving forward with something, but don’t know where to go. I knew I didn’t want to change the way I did things, I just wanted a name that better reflected what I do. Then one day it came to me. Faithfully Gluten Free.  When I discovered that the name was available, I knew it was “the one”. I thought that it fitted this site perfectly, and knew it was time to finally move forward. It was time for the Baking Beauties to end, and time for Faithfully Gluten Free to begin.

Why did I feel the need for change? I simply felt The Baking Beauties no longer suited this site.

First off – I am one person, even though the title would suggest that this site is run by more than one. Since the site was originally started with a friend, we used a plural name.

Secondly – I do more than just baking. I didn’t want to limit myself by stating one style of cooking in my site’s name.

And thirdly – I wanted people to know the instant they came to the site that I only share gluten free recipes. With a name like Faithfully Gluten Free, they are sure to know immediately.

Why did I think Faithfully Gluten Free was right for me?

Looking up the definitions of “faithful”, I felt this was a great fit for the site. Learners Dictionary defines faithful as:

  • showing true and constant support or loyalty
  • deserving trust
  • exact and accurate

Over the years, I feel that I have proven myself faithful to helping the gluten free community. People have come to trust my recipes, and for that I am grateful. I look forward to building on the foundation that I’ve built over these past 7 years, and I’m excited to see where the future will bring us.

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  1. Patricia Phypers says

    Love the new name! I always enjoy receiving your emails and seeing what new recipes you have for me to try.

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  2. Sue says

    Love the new name, Jeanine. It really gets across what you are all about. Your recipes for gluten free are great.
    Sue

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  4. Michele says

    Hey Jeanine, I think your new site name is very appropriate! Your recipes are exact and accurate and I know I can faithfully rely on your recipes and lifestyle tips (thanks for sharing your ‘gluten free’ Disney experience), and thank you so much for all you do to support the gluten free community!!!

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  6. mary says

    Love the name change, it is definitely a change for the better, more descriptive of what you stand for! Thanks!

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  8. Karen says

    Hi Jeanine

    Love the new name. We new to the gluten free world. My daughter who has type 1 diabetes was just diagnosed in May with Celiac disease. I have always made everything from scratch so your site has been a life saver for my daughter.

    Thanks so much for doing this
    Karen

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    • Jeanine says

      Hi Karen, thanks so much for popping by! In May – wow, that’s very recent! It’s a pretty steep learning curve, but let me tell you, it gets easier! If you ever have questions, feel free to ask. I may not know the answer, but I can usually find it.

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  9. Kathryn says

    Hi Jeanine
    I love your new name and the logo is brilliant. Devoted to Delicious! How awesome is that!!! Your recipes are consistently delicious, the pictures so yummy to look at, and your accompanying articles are always very enjoyable to read. I think that makes you a triple crown winner!!!
    Thanks so much for making this gluten-free journey so much more interesting and do-able!
    God bless!
    Kathryn

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  10. Lyn says

    Great new name! Yours in one of my very favorite sites for gluten free recipes. Thanks for being faithful!
    Blessings,
    Lyn

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  11. Hope says

    Wow! Great change! Am always referring people to your site so I will have to make a note of it!!!
    The reason I refer people is because your recipes consistantly work, are enjoyable to the prairie palate and the ingrediants are generally easily to find.
    You really make life easier for
    a growing number of people who have to make this change in their life!

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    • Jeanine says

      Thanks so much, Hope! I love that – prairie palate – so true, but I’ve never thought of it. lol Thanks so much for sharing with others too, I appreciate it!

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  14. Barbara says

    Love the new name and logo. I’ve used you recipes for many years now and have grown to rely on them. What is so wonderful is I never have a failure with your recipes and they are always very tasty. Thank you for your dedication and hard work to help all of us who must be gluten free. I know we all appreciate you and your efforts. Barbara

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  15. Mrs.T says

    It’s a perfect name, Jeanine, just fits your site and your mission perfectly. I’ve never had any of your recipes fail me. They are absolutely fantastic. Thanks so much!

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  16. Sherron says

    Usually I don’t like change- especially on favorite websites. But you are brilliant! The rebranding of your site is perfect! It looks great! I really appreciate all of the time and thought that you put into this website!

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    • Jeanine says

      Oh, Sherron, I hear ya. I HATE change myself, maybe that’s why this was such a long, drawn out process, I’m not sure. But this just felt right, and I had to go with it. 🙂 Thanks for sticking around, even with the changes. D

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  18. Lisa says

    Your site is one I check faithfully when looking for GF recipes or when people ask me what is a good GF site. When so many other have veered off in many directions (Paleo, dairy-free, etc), you have remind true to your roots – and I greatly appreciate that!

    All the best with the new and exciting next phase!

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  19. Diane Decker says

    I love the new name. I agree completely that your blog name should reflect your food philosophy, and this fits you perfectly. I don’t comment much, but am a faithful reader and recipe user. Thanks for all you do for our community.

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    • Jeanine says

      Ah, thank you, Diane! I’m so thankful that you guys are all accepting this change with open arms (at least those that aren’t haven’t spoken up – and I’m OK with that- hehe). It just feels like the right move for the site. Here’s to the next 7+ years! 🙂

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  20. Pam Solomon says

    I love the new name! I wondered why it was called “The Baking Beauties” when you were the only author. I have been following you for quite some time and love your recipes!

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