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Dear Kate,

You do. indeed, make the best pie, and you know my admiration (and that of my son and husband) is genuine.

Look, you probably also know I'm an old school *Doctor Who* fan. So listen, I'm loaning you the keys to my TARDIS and a rolling pin. Go get him. Much love. xx

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It makes me so happy to know that you like my work and I always love seeing the pies you and yours make and enjoy from the recipes. I've not watched *Doctor Who* but I'll remember your offer of keys to your TARDIS!

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Aug 14Liked by Kate McDermott

Dear Kate,

What a wonderful post---I love the audio and video elements as well. Just beautiful. ❤️😋❤️ Thank you for finding what inspires you and sharing it with the world. The world is so much better for having you and pie in it.

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Dearest Ellen, Thank YOU for your kind words. They mean so much!

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What a truly moving origin story, Kate! I’m wanting to bean that “wuzband” of yours over the head with a rolling pin myself, but it sounds like he did one good thing—trigger a passion that unleashed a talent that now delights, teaches and inspires thousands. Now I’m eager to make that pie!🥧

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Thanks, Ruth! I hope you do make it and do let me know what you think.

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I have used your apple pie recipe over and over, and it is indeed the best pie! I especially love the way you took on the challenge to create the best pie you could and have shared your knowledge with all of us. Thank you.❤️

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Thank you, AnnMarie! I'm so happy that you have made the pie many times and like it so much.

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Aug 14Liked by Kate McDermott

His lack of appreciation has been our gain.

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I love sharing the craft, Susan!

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Saved and added to my files. The recipe, too. Thanks, Kate.

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You're very welcome, Lori. Hope you enjoy it.

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Aug 14Liked by Kate McDermott

Pie is love. Learning your techniques helped me make delicious pie and share the love. 💟

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Indeed it is, Keena! 🥧=💕

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Aug 14Liked by Kate McDermott

P is also for perseverance. Congratulations, Kate, on all you have accomplished! Great “piece”.💕🥧

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A great P word, Teri! Thanks!

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Aug 14Liked by Kate McDermott

I love the recording...a keeper for sure! Although I did not know Wuzband #3, I knew of him; and I completely agree with your friend who would have clobbered him with a rolling pin!! May the good times "roll," Kate, in more ways than one! 🍏 🍎❤️

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Thank you so much, Pam! The good times have been rolling and I am very grateful for them.

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Aug 14Liked by Kate McDermott

This post really touched my heart.

Love your pies. I’ve made several of them, and the praise that has come my way I forward along to you💕

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Your words about my pies touches my heart, too, Teri. 🥰

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Aug 14Liked by Kate McDermott

Dear Kate - Love your personal story of how your pie making art perfected and continues to grow over time even after such fabulous accomplishments in the field - you are open to new tips, tweeks and experimentations in the constant aim for making the best pie possible. There is always something to learn and this is a good lesson for all of us. There is always room to grow even when you are recognized as the best! XOXOX Mary Jane

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I truly feel that there is so much to know about pie that it would be impossible for one person to learn it all in one lifetime! Thanks so much for your kind words today, Mary Jane.

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This is so wonderful. What an amazing amount of determination you have! We are all so lucky that you make such incredible pie and pie recipes!!

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Thank you so much for your kind words, Rachel. By the way, my favorite book is The LIttle Engine That Could!

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Haha! Perfect! A great lesson for all of us!!

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The recording! And, as you know, my darling, you DO make the best pie!🥧 💕

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Thank you, Jolene! xoxo

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Aug 14Liked by Kate McDermott

My very favorite story. Big hugs from LA. I can’t wait to make pie with you on Spain

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Me too, Nancy! Any updates?

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Aug 15Liked by Kate McDermott

This was my pie camp pie! So lucky to get to practice in person. ❤️ 🍎

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It was a wonderful time!

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Aug 16Liked by Kate McDermott

My darling Kate, YOU MAKE THE BEST PIE!!!

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This makes my ❤️ sing, Anya!

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