Jam Tasting



Me and My eldest, Seth

This past Sunday, much to my delight, I hosted the first ever Jams by Jen Tasting Party. I had been thinking about doing this for a while but was unsure if there would be enough interest to make the effort worth while. Thanks to the encouragement of some vintage friends I took the leap, set a date, posted a Facebook event and off it went. I will always be grateful for the encouragement of these two wonderful ladies because that Sunday was amazing!!!!

One of the best parts of making Jam for me has been the look of delight when someone tastes a Jam that they really like. My belly does a back flip when I see a smile appear and an eye twinkle as the taste is registered in the brain as pleasing and acceptable. I think I finally understand why the grandmothers of past generations were so happy to fill everyone's bellies with their delicious creations. I get such a sense of satisfaction from  making something that brings others happiness.  That is the reward I get from making Jam. So a very big THANK YOU to my vintage friends, my new friends, and off course my wonderfully supportive family for allowing me to share my Jam with you. The happiness and fulfillment this new Jamming adventure has brought into my life is amazing!!!!