I'm so excited to share with you the 'behind the scenes' of my interview and cooking segment on Fox 9. I have never been in a television studio and it was just as exciting as you would expect!
Well. If you are a stay at home mom who doesnt get out much and is easily impressed.
When I arrived I walked into the studio where Karen Scullin was live reporting the news. She was great!
I'm sorry these are so blurry... the sweet gal offered to take a picture and I forgot to tell her how to use my camera... so you can see that wall behind Karen is crystal clear! ;)
I sat down almost immediately and had my interview... I had no idea what it was about until about 27 seconds before it began.
This was my new best friend Dana's spot...she got me my microphone and told me to relax (I think she could sense my nervousness) and that it would all be just fine!
After the interview we went over to the 'kitchen' and I got all set up!
Very nice and helpful Ricky took this picture before we started. (There is the Rainbow cake I forgot to get a picture of!) The kids and DH were in the studio the whole time and were little angels!! Having them there meant so much to me!
Here is Karen and I during the actual taping... Ricky had told me to pretend I was standing in my kitchen talking to my best friend about cooking. So, thats what I did!
Sorry this is so blurry and that I have alien eyes, but I was so happy when it was all over I was even willing to post for the camera!
So if you feel so inclined, go ahead and check out the segment here...and if you want to see all of the things I baked stop by i am baker.
And thanks for all the encouragement and support! You guys are AMAZING!!
GIRL!!!! This is so unbelieveably exciting!!!! Congrats!
Posted by: Jessica | December 28, 2009 at 11:46 AM
Amanda! That is SO exciting!! What a great experience!! Can't wait to watch it!!!
Posted by: Liz | December 28, 2009 at 11:46 AM
yay for you!!! I'm in Australia so won't get the show here, so please post the link! So thrilled for you. Hugs xxx
Posted by: Sarah | December 28, 2009 at 11:53 AM
You looked so Cute!!!!
Posted by: Stacy Ness | December 28, 2009 at 12:01 PM
Congrats! That is SO cool!
Posted by: Katie | December 28, 2009 at 12:20 PM
Amanda! OMGOSH! That is so awesome! You look amazing and i cannot wait to see the segment. Wow! So cool!
Posted by: He & Me + 3 | December 28, 2009 at 12:23 PM
Now, you're like, a celebrity and stuff! They're going to ask you to do movies 'cause I'm sure you were just awesome! You could be the next Martha Stewart only way better and nicer and not a felon! :)
You are one gorgous lady, I don't care what you say! :)
Be blessed,
Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | December 28, 2009 at 12:26 PM
Amanda you looked beautiful. Glad everything went so well. Can't wait to check out the link. You must have been baking all weekend to get all those goodies ready for the camera. Hope you had time to celebrate CHRISTmas with your family.
Posted by: Pam | December 28, 2009 at 12:43 PM
how incredibly exciting! You look great...I can't wait to watch the segment....and just think I'll be able to say I knew you when ;)
Posted by: debi | December 28, 2009 at 12:53 PM
You realize that now you probably are going to be recognized somewhere, and thus will have to either a- admit you ARE a successful blogger or b- revise your statement that non successful bloggers are not recognized :)
Just sayin' ....
Posted by: Heidi | December 28, 2009 at 12:56 PM
It was awesome to watch the first time and it will be fun to watch again when you get your link!
You did an awesome job!
You looked FAB!
Posted by: Tina Fisher | December 28, 2009 at 01:00 PM
You look great! How fun that your whole family got to be there. Glad it went well!
God Bless!
Janis
Posted by: Janis | December 28, 2009 at 01:08 PM
You look stunning! So pretty. :-) The picture of your whole family is precious, too.
I'm in awe of your cookies. I thought I made cute stuff instead I saw yours. Hmmm...I'm humbled.
Posted by: Kristin | December 28, 2009 at 01:17 PM
do i repeat myself toomuch? you were AWESOME!
Posted by: gianna | December 28, 2009 at 01:42 PM
How exciting! That is totally awesome!
Posted by: Sarah Robbins | December 28, 2009 at 01:55 PM
Can I have your autograph? :)
Posted by: Renee | December 28, 2009 at 02:11 PM
Congrats on your interview. How exciting for you! We used your cookie recipe last week and it was so yummy! The kids had fun decorating. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: Stephanie | December 28, 2009 at 02:13 PM
lol No!!! No no no!!! But you can be my forever blogging friend! :) Autograph. ha! you made me laugh out loud!
Posted by: Amanda Rettke | December 28, 2009 at 02:16 PM
That is amazing! Thanks for sharing, and you looked so pretty :)
Posted by: christina | December 28, 2009 at 02:47 PM
Are you sure you're not gonna be recognized at the store because I'm pretty sure you being on tv is gonna boost your bloggin' hits and one day... one day someone's gonna go OH MY GOSH you MUST be Amanda the rainbow cake lady!!!
I can't wait to watch it!
Posted by: Ruth | December 28, 2009 at 03:14 PM
You look so beautiful!! Congrats!
Posted by: CFMama | December 28, 2009 at 03:39 PM
WOW! You were on TV! And despite blurry pictures you look terrific. Can't wait to see the interview. However, one downside. You cannot do a "things successful bloggers do that i don't do" post on being on TV/radio :o) Cause you've been there girl!
Posted by: Jenney | December 28, 2009 at 03:46 PM
OMG!!! Big happenings!! You looked absolutely stunning and I'm betting the interview was fabulous. Congrats :-) Put up the link when they post it. I'd love to see you in all your movie stah glory!!!
Posted by: carma | December 28, 2009 at 03:46 PM
Shut Up!
That is so cool!!!
First of all you looked Great!
And Can I just say from one stay at home that doesn't get out to another, this is quite impressive!
You are super talented and everyone should see.
So happy for you!
Posted by: Christina | December 28, 2009 at 04:00 PM
EEEKKKK! I'm so excited for you. I'm no longer reading your list of bloggy stuff- it's all lies! :) You are doing it all, and doing it right!
Anyways, you look gorgeous, your kids (and hubby) are awesome, and I'm just so excited for you. Hugs, sweet lady.
Posted by: Bethany | December 28, 2009 at 04:57 PM
This is so cool! Did they just find your blog and beg you to come on the show for some fun bakin' times? How awesome is that? Now I'm off to your other site to see the tasties you made for 'em! =-D
BTW, I thought you looked great, too! And you're back home now, right? So stop being nervous!!
Posted by: ClassiclyAmber | December 28, 2009 at 05:01 PM
Wow! This was such an awesome post! What a neat experience!!! Congratulations. I'm sure there will be more of this to come. You looked beautiful.. I love the scarf... I never could have worn such a thing... I would have been sweating bullets already from nervousness and then the scarf would have made it worse. You look completely at ease in the pictures. Do we get to see any video?
Posted by: MommyTopics.com | December 28, 2009 at 05:53 PM
Yay, yay, yay for you! I am so happy for you. Such an exciting thing. I only wish I could've watched it!
Posted by: Genny | December 28, 2009 at 05:54 PM
CONGRATS! Can I have your autograph? LOL. You look great. I don't think I'd seen a picture of you with your huband and kids.
Keep at it... you do great work! Can't wait to see what God does in you and through you. :)
Posted by: Kari | December 28, 2009 at 06:16 PM
WOOHOO!!! This is so exciting! You are so adorable! I bet your hubby is so proud.
Posted by: Jamie @ Six Bricks High | December 28, 2009 at 06:22 PM
Oh wow!!! How cool! I know that was so much fun! Thanks for sharing it with us!
Posted by: Mommy Cracked | December 28, 2009 at 06:28 PM
That is so cool! Ok, maybe 30 people before me already said that, but seriously, HOW AWESOME!!!
I can't wait for the link. Call your new peeps up at Fox 9 and have them get on that...he he he.
Posted by: Cop Mama | December 28, 2009 at 06:38 PM
I caught you on tv purely by accident - but you were amazing! I still don't know how on earth you do it all - but you do, and sooo well!
Congrats - I bet this is the first of many of great things to come!
Posted by: darcie | December 28, 2009 at 07:13 PM
What am I missing?? You just suddenly end up on TV? I want details!!!
You looked great, by the way!
Posted by: Margaret | December 28, 2009 at 07:15 PM
That's so awesome! You look great on TV!
Posted by: Katie | December 28, 2009 at 07:46 PM
Hi Amanda, I just read your little note on my blog (lifewithmultiples.blogspot.com). Ouch-so sorry to not give you credit. My brain is very very altered since I've been raising three wee ones. YOUR cake was to die for and somewhere on my blog mid October there is a picture of it. My mom used to bake wedding cakes and attempted it. She was horrified that it started leaning and went out and bought one. I said, nonsense, it's the most beautiful cake ever. And it did taste scrumptious. We never ate the store bought cake. So thanks for sharing Amanda! YOUR cake was awesome and I will give credit where it's due. Thanks for the blog picture love. I am completely obsessed with photography lately. Now, I want to take some time and read through your blog. Nighty night! Annmarie
Posted by: Annmarie | December 28, 2009 at 07:59 PM
That is AMAZING! You are awesome!
Posted by: Michelle M | December 28, 2009 at 08:35 PM
I am so happy for you. You looked great. I would have been a nervous wreck!
Posted by: debbie | December 28, 2009 at 09:28 PM
Wow!!! Thats awesome!! Your becoming a celebrity! hahaha. That is just so cool I dont even know what to say! Congrats! Cant wait to view it!
Posted by: Dea | December 28, 2009 at 09:49 PM
Tonight, our family met up with Abby's family for a little coffee & treats...and a little chatting about how awesomely talented and cool "I am Mommy" and "I am Baker" are!!! Congratulations on being featured on TV! That is so exciting! Thanks for sharing all your talents with us!
Posted by: Londa | December 28, 2009 at 11:02 PM
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
that must have been amazing!!!! I am super excited for you! You look just gorgeous and I know the experience will be a lovely event to talk about for years to come :)
Posted by: shayla | December 29, 2009 at 12:37 AM
Congrats to you - you look great. I think having my kids in the studio would have made me MORE nervous - waiting for them to interrupt or for my sonto unplug the cameras of lights!!!
So proud of you - hugs!
Posted by: Janmary N Ireland | December 29, 2009 at 01:46 AM
That is awesome, it seems quite exciting to me and you looked great on camera. I liked your outfit:)
Posted by: Amber Hurd | December 29, 2009 at 05:46 AM
There is an award waiting for you on my blog.
www.sneakerteacher.blogspot.com
-Katie
Posted by: Katie | December 29, 2009 at 08:07 AM
That is so awesome-way to go! And you looked completely adorable...I love that scarf.
Those countdown cookies are such a cute idea.
Posted by: abby | December 29, 2009 at 08:37 AM
Hi Amanda! I am so happy I could watch you alive on television. It is one thing to follow a one-dimension blog and quite another to see the blogger alive, moving, breathing, speaking! You did a marvelous job, no nerves...a natural!
You know, I started to read your blog after reading a comment you made on PW. Now, I don't usually read comments on blogs, but your comment caught me eye, and I have been hooked on you ever since. You are a woman of great quality--responsibly using your God-given gift of creativity.......and such a great mom too!
Posted by: Julie in WA | December 29, 2009 at 08:39 AM
That is sooooooooo cool Amanda! Squeeling for you:) Looks like you had a blast. What an amazing experience. I have missed alot since I've been away:) Blessings! Heaven
Posted by: Heaven | December 29, 2009 at 09:07 AM
Hi Amanda!! You look beautiful!!! I am just so proud that I know you! Congratulations!
Posted by: Karene | December 29, 2009 at 10:21 AM
Wow - I feel like I "know" a celebrity now! :) You looked amazing - love the scarf!! I am so excited for you...someone may be opening up their own bakery yet I think!! :) Congrats!!
Blessings, Kristin
Posted by: Kristin Smith | December 29, 2009 at 11:05 AM
You are the bomb!!! It is a must that you be super, duper proud of yourself. What a great accomplishment. The word is officially out, you better get baking!
xoxo-Melissa
Posted by: Melissa T. | December 29, 2009 at 01:10 PM
Ummmm..... Hello, when did this happen? That is truly awesome Amanda. How cool could that of been to be on Fox 9. I cant wait till you post the segment. Good for you. Oh, and 'YEAH YOU LOOKED FABULOUS'!!
Posted by: tammy | December 29, 2009 at 01:13 PM
That is SO EXCITING! Congratulations, you guys look fantastic!!!
Posted by: Rachel | December 29, 2009 at 01:17 PM
Wow! Wow! Wow! Congratulations!
How did I miss this post??
How exciting! You are a star in so many ways. You totally rocked the interview.
Look out P-Dub! :)
Posted by: Pineapple Princess | December 29, 2009 at 09:42 PM
That's so awesome! congrats on being famous! :)
PS I got your Christmas letter. Thanks!
Posted by: Amanda | December 30, 2009 at 01:06 AM
You rock, girl!! I didn't know you were gonna be on TV. Be sure to post the link to it so I can see. You look amazing! And what a talent you must have!!!
Posted by: Molly | December 30, 2009 at 09:13 PM
Wow Amanda! That is fantastic! I can't wait to see the segment. Congrats!
Posted by: sheri | December 30, 2009 at 10:17 PM
So cool!!! Congratulations on your tv spot :)
Posted by: Bethany | December 30, 2009 at 10:59 PM
Amanda I'm sorry this is late, but how exciting for you and your whole family to be there, what an awesome gift (to have them)! Oh I've decided that for Emma's next birthday in August, I'm ging to make her your rainbow cake!!!!!
Posted by: Christy | December 31, 2009 at 04:15 PM
Oh AWESOME!!!!! You look so great in the pictures and I'm excited to see the segment, when it's posted!
Posted by: Jenny | December 31, 2009 at 06:50 PM
That is so FUN! Awesome! And how cute you are :) I love the family picture...it's nice to see you in some pictures! Congratulations! It's great to see that you are getting the much deserved attention that so many people can share that tasty, amazing rainbow cake and gorgeous treats you have!
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