Today we’re going to be doing something a bit different! I won’t be sharing a recipe in this post, but instead let’s shoot the breeze about the good ol’ American kitchen! Yes, the kitchen, my stomping ground! Have you ever just sat and thought about what a fascinating place the American kitchen is? It is just as diverse as the folks who cook in them. The kitchen holds so many stories. It’s the heart of the home that has its own unique presence. It seriously fascinates me! My mother use to say, “If you really want to find out about a person, just go snooping around in their kitchen!” It’s so true!
Our American Kitchen
I’m thrilled to be working with GE Appliances on this exciting project called “Our American Kitchen.” This project features a documentary series,Our American Kitchen, of real life family and kitchen stories. These short films give us a peek into the kitchen of everyday American people. It allows us to discover the ways that we are different and alike while revealing just how powerful of a role the kitchen truly plays in our lives. I couldn’t think of a better company suited for this project than GE Appliances. GE Appliances has been creating appliances designed for the ever evolving American home since 1905! I still remember my grandmother whipping up Sunday dinner on her 1960 aqua GE Appliances stove. She’d still have that stove if we didn’t finally convince her to upgrade to the current model. I really enjoyed reading all of the Kitchen Stories and finding inspiration, but my favorite was the story about Chase. Chase is a 13-year-boy with autism who wasn’t willing to eat. He then discovers his passion for cooking and it completely changes everything for him. Now he has his own online cooking show — Chase’s story is coming soon, so be sure to stay tuned!
My American Kitchen
When I think of the American kitchen, my kitchen, one of the many things that comes to mind is a place for playing, learning and creating. As a homeschooling mom with a Kinesthetic teaching style the kitchen has been a wonderful classroom for my boys.
We’ve learned the alphabets with cookies, fractions with homemade pizza, and traced letters in trays of flour.
Our GE Appliances fridge has doubled as an art gallery, chalk board, and work surface.
Oh and the science projects! I can’t even count all the things we’ve made explode, dissolve, float and fizz right there on the kitchen counter.
So, as we’ll see in the Our American Kitchen series, the kitchen really can inspire!
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My kitchen inspires me to make memories there. I have so many happy memories of my mom in the kitchen when I was young.
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My kitchen inspires me because I get so many compliments about tasty food
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I tend to get more organized when I sit at the kitchen table; my *to-do* lists, paying bills, writing, etc so I guess that inspires me
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https://twitter.com/momsfocus/status/615970862559170560
My kitchen inspired me to cook healthy food
https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/615965331153137664
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It makes me want to experiment more with different recipes since it is a larger kitchen
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My kitchen inspires me because it’s old, authentic, and reminds me of my grandparents. Growing up all of our holidays were spent at my grandparents house with a kitchen very similar to my own. Now as an adult I’ve made countless holiday meals in my own kitchen.
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/615884304950906880
My kitchen does not inspire me at all. It needs a face-lift SO badly. It looks like something straight out of 1984! LOL
https://twitter.com/myfolly/status/615881188452995072
My kitchen inspires me because it has upgraded stainless steel appliances and functional work space!
it inspires me to cook.
our kitchen is attached to our living room to save space
https://twitter.com/klp1965/status/615846040596545536
My kitchen inspires me because our kitchen table is the place our family has had our best talks
My kitchen inspires me to want to cook more. Looking at all those pretty, shiny appliances really make me want to use them!
Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/615834655519064064
My kitchen doubles as a craft room because it’s so nice and big. I often set up my sewing machine on the kitchen table and I’ve laid out my quilt tops on the kitchen floor.
It creates bonding time.
My kitchen inspires me to cook healthy meals
https://twitter.com/slehan/status/615692303391305728
My kitchen hasn’t been updated in 30 years. Now that my mortgage is paid off I plan to update it.
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https://twitter.com/Stephanie64030/status/615654401290563584
It inspires me to continue making healthy meals for the family.
It is a place to cook, and then, to congregate.
I Tweeted: https://twitter.com/lisalmg/status/615616302611206144
My kitchen inspires me to recreate some of my favorite childhood recipes.
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/615543632502743040
my kitchen makes my want to cook for my family
I wouldn’t say my kitchen inspires me, it more so makes me happy. I remember a lot of happy times in the kitchen while growing up and while my daughter grew up. I think of it as the gathering place. Not only a place to gather and eat, we would have game night there and other times, just a place to converse with family and friends.
my kitchen inspires me to cook healthy food
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https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/615368971211173888
My kitchen inspires me to cook healthy meals for my family.
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https://twitter.com/eswright18/status/615339927497150465
My kitchen inspires me to feed my growing boys. Both their bellies and their minds. We gather there to eat, play games, do homework, and just laugh together.
a place to make our meals together
Tweeted 🙂 – https://twitter.com/Enter_Now/status/615247096770228224
My kitchen inspires me to… be in a different room because it’s so tiny!! lol When we dobrave the small space tho’, I’m inspired by my kids and their enthusiasm and creativity when it comes to cooking / helping me cook 🙂
my tweet https://twitter.com/iamdadtastic/status/615061132949098497
My kitchen inspires me to come out of my comfort zone and be creative
https://twitter.com/smilekisses/status/615021967406669824
Our kitchen and dining table is a place for the “meeting of our minds.”
https://twitter.com/klp1965/status/614945259915767808
We recently remodeled our kitchen and it looks so much better that I love being in there cooking for my family
My kitchen doesn’t inspire me since I really don’t cook. I suppose it inspires me to get ice for my drinks since I do have a wonderful fridge/
My tweet https://twitter.com/AurelieRed/status/614878066213584897
My kitchen inspires me to make delicious meals for my family ; it is the heart of my home.
The kitchen is “the heart of the home”. It is where memories are made.
Tweeted! https://twitter.com/pixel_berry_pie/status/614452666056470529
My kitchen inspires me to become a better cook for my family. 🙂 And to make a batch of cookies now and then!
My kitchen inspires me to make healthy food for my family.
It doesn’t really. We live in a small apartment so the kitchen is small and we don’t get to do all I would love to do in it. I really hope that one day soon we can own our own home so that we can have that special family kitchen. Thank you!
https://twitter.com/davisesq212/status/614225
My kitchen inspires me to cook more and order take out less.
inspires the heart and soul – where nourishment of family on many levels takes place!
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My kitchen inspires me to make delicious meals for my family. I love when everyone can join the Clean Plate Club!
My kitchen inspires me to experiment with a wide variety of international cuisine.
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https://twitter.com/aes529/status/614122665138372608
My kitchen sometimes inspires me to cook more!
My kitchen inspires me to cook healthy meals for my family, and to spend time together eating them.
I am inspired to make home cooked meals like my mom used to.
https://twitter.com/Attea2d/status/614084246655893505
One’s surroundings can affect your mood. My kitchen is nothing extraordinary, but the view out the window is great, and when I compare it to those folks that are living in a shelter or a tent (not by their choice), I feel quite blessed. When I am feeling like I don’t have a beautiful “enough” home or kitchen, I just put myself on a world scale, not the scale of friends or relatives.
Tweet https://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/614061167787536384
My grandma’s cookbook always inspired me in the kitchen.
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My kitchen inspires me to teach my granddaughter how to cook, she loves being in the kitchen with me.
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My kitchen inspires me to experiment with new flavors and recipes for the family to enjoy.
It inspires me to fill my home with homemade love.
It inspires me to make delicious meals.
https://twitter.com/eliza_elliott/status/613767345534734336
My kitchen inspires me to spend more time with my family truckredford(at)gmail(dot)com
https://twitter.com/kytah00/status/613238698910486528
IT INSPIRES ME TO COOK! I LOVE TO COOK! IT’S A HOBBY!
My kitchen inspires me to try new recipes, foods, flavors and seasonings.
i posted a tweet here:
https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/612455128331718656
my kitchen inspires me to prepare lots of good meals for my family
https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/612427439856320512
We just updated our kitchen finally and it encourages me to cook nourishing meals for my family.
My kitchen inspires me to share recipes with my daughter.
Tweet https://twitter.com/Lindiac/status/611665306876932096
My kitchen inspires me to get creative while cooking.
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/610916324383031296
My kitchen inspires me to help teach my kids how to cook!
My kitchen inspires me to try out new recipes for the family.
My kitchen encourages me to cook wholesome, nourishing meals for my family.
My kitchen inspires me to run screaming in the other direction because it so desperately needs remodeling. But food inspires me to I tough it out.
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/sazzyfrazzy/status/607436361172320257
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My kitchen inspires me to want to make the healthiest meals for my family.
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My kitchen inspires me everyday! I love hanging out there to create different recipes that my family loves. Sometimes, I cook a meal based on the equipment that I have in the kitchen. A typical dinner would involve something stir fry on the stove top, something roasting in the oven and a dish that is steamed. So all dishes will be ready at the same time. 🙂 Guess that’s how most Chinese cooks? 😀
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tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/600309377556414464
my kitchen is the heart of our home, so it inspire me to cook delicious and healthful food for my family!
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I am inspired to cook healthier meals which are in keeping with my son’s diabetic requirements.
My kitchen inspires me to make healthier meals for my family!
My kitchen inspires me to bake in the new double oven range.
My kitchen is my inspiration for everything. Regardless, to whatever mood I’m in being creative in my safe place (my kitchen) enables me to cook good food for my family. I have designed my kitchen to be my moms cave (if you will ). As a result my family gets the best deal; a good and healthy meal. Seeing them enjoying my cooking makes me feel good and it is an expression of my love.
My kitchen is my personal room in the house. I can be creative with old and new recipes because I go to my peaceful place (kitchen) and always pull out my cast iron skillet. The love of cooking makes everything better for me. During the cooking process I have solved problems, expressed my feelings, learn how to cook good food and as a result of my creativity, I prepare good food all cooked with love. What comes out of my personal room (kitchen) is love, a peace of mind and good and nurturing food for my love ones. Therefore, everyone in my family wins when I cook.
https://twitter.com/mkjmc/status/596433860931510272
I love my big windows
My kitchen inspires my husband and I to show our love through time spent cooking with each other, not only nourishing our bodies but also our bond. We call it our date night IN!
My kitchen inspires me by being a gathering place for me & my daughter
Tweet: https://twitter.com/PrettyHotPink6/status/592683573355945984
My kitchen inspires me to want to cook and try new recipes for my family.
My kitchen inspires me to bake lots of goodies when the family is home. My kitchen overlooks the family room so everyone is gather around talking and laughing and enjoying whatever I bake.
I get inspired by my family. I ask them what ingredients they would like me to use and then I whip up something for them.
I tweeted
https://twitter.com/my4boysand1/status/590721656009711616
Having a huge island it inspires me to bake a lot! I love that island!
I am inspired to make home cooked meals like my mom used to.
It inspires me to host events and even just friends over for dinner!
https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/589735787744403457
it inspires me to cook and to interact more with family and friends
In my kitchen I let my feelings out. I’ve cried, laughed, celebrated, been scared. I love my kitchen. It’s me!! It’s all ME!!!
Even though my appliances may not be up to date. I do everything with love and care.
My kitchens inspires me to make awesome memories with my family. When I was younger I remember my grandmother asking me when I was going to learn to cook and my response was “I’m not cooking for anyone!” Smh now I love to cook and chat with my kids and hubby while cooking and us chatting over dinner. Our kitchen and dining room are combined so game night is done in the kitchen, homework at the kitchen table, just everything!!
My kitchen is where I get that feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction in my work. I have played the piano consistently and diligently practiced for 22 years now, but I never quite get that same “I did it” feeling as when I’m in my own kitchen, making something yummy! I love this post and can’t wait to read more! 🙂
https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/588143795591634946
I love my kitchen. its bright and i can see the back yard from there. it makes me want to cook!
My kitchen inspires me to make food that i love. And to try new recipes
My kitchen inspires me to slow down and exist in the moment. Whether it’s my morning coffee, preparing a meal for my family or gathering around the table for dinner, my kitchen is a space that takes me away from the distractions of everyday life.
It inspires me because it’s where I can nurture my family.
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https://twitter.com/OneFrugalGirl/status/585082521156722688
It inspires me to try new recipes that fuel my family.
My kitchen inspires me to be more involved with my family. I can help my kids with their homework while cooking. My daughter shows an interest in cooking so I take advantage of the opportunity to spend some time with her while letting her help me cook. Also, dinner is a time where we are all at the same place at the same time and come together to just chill out as a family.
Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/585047073550180352
Over the years I’ve become a better cook and can now throw a party without too much stress, so our kitchen has inspired me to be a better hostess.
-https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/584925588915355648
My kitchen inspires you to cook clean and eat healthy.
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Tweeted https://twitter.com/MomOF2Boysz/status/584925634536669184
My kitchen inspires me because it’s comfortable, bright and has a nice view out of the kitchen window.
My kitchen inspires me because my mother is there to help me along lol. I never really had an interest in cooking until I left home for school and missed her cooking. Coming home now I’m grateful to have her help me so i can eventually do it on my own.
https://twitter.com/MsKristenD/status/584777163330756609
My kitchen inspires me to recreate fast food in a healthy way…my only son has his pack of friends over frequently and I try to feed them right while they enjoy the food. I also love to bake for them as they tell me their moms don’t really cook.
In my kitchen necessity is truly the mother of invention. My kitchen inspires me to take the little that is there during these financially lean times and create magic. I’ve prepared some of my very best meals, coming up with delicious ideas to re-create and extend the bits and bites that are available are there.
Tweet entry
https://twitter.com/JewelWood/status/584337328136593410
My kitchen inspires me to cook health dinners at home, instead of going out to eat! I love trying out different recipes with my daughter and tasting how good they are.
My tweet: https://twitter.com/lil_lady_dz/status/584207592622129152
My kitchen always inspires me to be the best at what I do, especially when it comes to cooking meals for my family.
https://twitter.com/leighanne000/status/584198762370887681
My kitchen inspires me to be the cook I always dreamed of being. it is a place where mistakes can be made and lessons learned;)
https://twitter.com/sweetums82/status/584022104691073024
It allows me to try new recipes and be creative
tweeted
https://twitter.com/rubylorikeet/status/583835438445494274
When I go into our kitchen I remember all the good times we’ve had cooking there together, and it makes me want to plan a new meal to try.
My kitchen inspires me to make home-cooked meals for my husband and 2 children. It helps me remember my time in the kitchen cooking with relatives. And inspires me to make home made arts n crafts projects with my toddler. The more appliances I get, the happier I am because I can make more things from home. Now if only I had a bigger kitchen lol
https://twitter.com/yarbr012/status/583638453897797632
My kitchen inspires me to cook new dishes and host parties because we just updated it with new appliances including a double oven! More room for more dishes to cook!
Our kitchen inspires me to cook new things it is also a place where the family gets together to eat, cook, talk and share their day.
tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/583437791050260481
My kitchen inspires me to order take-out! Haha! We’re lacking in counter space.
https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/583321907270823937
My kitchen inspires me to cook because it’s nice , cozy and has my favorite appliances