CAYKE

Holding space for to some of the best bagel/schmear combos of my life 🥯🍅🤎

I’ve found recently that even the idea of baking made me want to break things and cry. And I couldn’t quite put my finger on why, just that the thing that used to bring me so much joy was my ultimate source of frustration. Maybe it’s that I lost my grandmother this year; the woman who inspired my passion for baking. Or maybe it’s some postpartum funk whilst settling into the new normal as a family of five. Regardless of the source, when it came to my business, my passion, I just felt like a failure.

By the world’s definition, failure can be quite final. A more modern interpretation may have connotations of self-actualization and growth. But what does the Bible say about failure? How does God define it? How does He define success?

I initially thought it would be hard to think of “failure-stories” from the bible to glean from, but once I started, I couldn’t stop:
Adam
Abraham
David
Moses
Samson
Jonah
Peter
The entire nation of Israel (multiple times)

I have experienced what seems to be like endless failure in trying to start a successful food-based career over the last decade. Ideas not panning out, customers canceling contracts, and maybe most significant, not making any profit.

I’ll admit, when it comes to the numbers game, I feel in a complete fog. I had a fairly good grasp on math in school, but maybe having babies has fried that part of my brain. Also, when I hear words like “marketing campaign, demographic, profit margin”, my mind tends to drift elsewhere; the most likely culprit behind my un-success story. And yet I run back to it, out of compulsion and yearning.

“Failures get our attention. They cause us to reevaluate our spiritual maturity. God often uses the failures we experience to humble us, remind us of our limitations, make us more willing to depend on God, submit to His commands, and remain open to His leading in our lives.” Russell Gehrlein

So, here’s to waiting on the Lord each moment in our homes, our churches, our communities and our businesses. Let it never supersede our desire to please Him above all things, in all things.

As a last effort, I thought I'd post here letting people know that we are rehoming our dog, Eleven. She's a medium sized (40ish lbs) lab-mix, very loyal, obedient and very high energy. We are moving in August and cannot take her with us. She's up to date on shots and we would not charge any kind of rehoming fee. If you'd be interested in taking her, please send me a message!

This is the last weekend to grab fall flavors at Post locations! Next week we’re taking a Christmasy turn 🎄🎅🏻🥯

Yesterday’s bake ✨🥯 don’t forget to swing by your nearest Post location this weekend and snag one of these babies!
*Limited availability*

Got a sick kiddo so there won’t be bagels this weekend! Will pick back up next week and don’t forget to stop by Post Chipman, Broadway or Goat Hill to give one a try! 🥯

Surprise!! I promise I’ll get better at this social media thing, but I’m so excited to announce CAYKE sourdough bagels will be available at Post cafes on weekends! I’ll be doing these flavors for the next few weeks and launch different ones for December 💚✨❤️

Hey there! Here’s a post to say I’m still here, although in the thick of motherhood with 3 under 5 😅
I’m considering starting a small weekly order, offering one item per week! Let me know in the comments or my story if you’d order fresh sourdough goods for weekend pickup! 🥖✨🍰

Just a reminder that orders close on the 18th! Can’t wait for those of you that have ordered to enjoy your holiday treats! ❤️🎄✨

Hey guys, remember me?! 😂 For those of you that don’t know, I recently accepted a full-time kitchen position, so there’s been less time for CAYKE. And that’s okay! I’m loving what I’m doing and wouldn’t change this season. That said, I decided to still offer goodies for Christmas this year! Mostly to pad our Christmas budget 😘

All deliveries/pickups will be on the 23rd this year and just DM or email to order!

And not to toot my own horn, but I’ve DEFINITELY perfected the sourdough cinnamon rolls 😍

Orders will close December 18th so get them in now!🎄