08/25/2026
So many of you who have taken our sourdough classes know that Tammie is the baker, and I, Melissa, am the eater.😂
That’s been an ongoing joke for the past two years, as well as the fact that I’ve killed two starters. RIP….Post Doughlone and Post Doughlone Junior. Both didn’t stand a chance.🍞💀
I gave up and accepted the fact that I am not a baker. Until…our last class. I had a weak moment and said I wanted to try again. I brought my sourdough starter home and baked my very first loaf of bread. Victory!🎉
Yesterday I baked my second loaf and talked to my family about what I was going to name her (my starter). I realized that I kept referring to my starter as a “she”.
I looked at my daughter and said, “I’m naming her Dolly because it’s dang hard to bake bread when you work 9-5”.😂
Today at work I got the news that Dolly had passed away. I honestly don’t think I can ever change the name now. She will be Dolly and I will always have something to remind me of what a faith driven, beautiful soul heaven gained. Dolly Parton lived life like we all should. She lived life with discipline, passion, love, honesty, generosity and kept a humble heart. Her faith was unshakable.🙏
We will see you one day on the streets of gold sweet Dolly. Thanks for all the memories and lessons you taught throughout your life. We will always love you!💗
