Hey kids,
Thank you for all of your sweet notes and posts. I have been touched with all of your well-wishes for my throat surgery, which was scheduled for this week. For the past few weeks, my doctor has had me on an intensive new vocal therapy. Very serious stuff! Well, all my hard work is paying off as they now think that
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the surgery can wait and may not even need to happen at all! So although you won’t see me out there caroling in my snow boots, Christmas will not be a silent night for me! Thanks for all of your support-it has really meant alot to me to read your kind thoughts-and I hope you all have a great holiday and new year.
12.15.08 @ 11:33 am
Rachael, I know this is the best Christmas gift you could have asked for!! I will continue to pray for your continued improvement!! God Bless you this Christmas Season!!
12.15.08 @ 11:39 am
Hey Rachel…good to hear about your surgery…your in my thoughs and prayers. Its always good if you can avoid surgery! I was so happy to get to meet you last week at one of your book signings here in Chicago at the Borders! I was the highlight of my year
Your a very sweet lady and totally my favorite person ever :)! I hope to see you out caroling soon 
Have a great day!
P.S. Totally love the new cook book!!! Awesome!!
12.15.08 @ 11:46 am
Such great news! I hope the holidays are relaxing and happy for you, Rachael!
best,
Jocelyn
12.15.08 @ 11:51 am
Hey Rach!!
That is AWESOME news!! Although I was looking forward to hearing what your “new voice” would sound like, I’m glad to hear you will be able to VOCAL Christmas!! haha!! =D Have an awesome holiday with your family and friends!! (and hopefully no doctors!) =D
~♥~
12.15.08 @ 12:18 pm
Rachael - What a blessing for Christmas! Our prayers have been answered! Keep working hard with your vocal therapist , and rest — as the payoff is worth it!
Have the best Holiday Season ever and thank you for letting us know and for always lighting up the planet with your amazing smile.
xoxo
^j^
12.15.08 @ 12:22 pm
Hey Rach!
It’s sooooooo good to hear that you won’t be needing surgery in the near future. May God bless you and your family at this blessed time of year and KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK ON YOUR SHOW! I used to be able to watch it only on my days off BUT ….. since I’m retired….I WATCH YOUR SHOW EVERY DAY !!!! Gotta luv that Rach!
12.15.08 @ 12:33 pm
Good to hear, you must be relieved. How nice that therapy might replace the surgery. Enjoy the holiday season, hope it’s restful.
12.15.08 @ 12:39 pm
Hey Rach,
That is wonderful news! I will continue to pray that this therapy will keep working well! May God continue to bless your vocal therapy, and may He grant you a very Merry Christmas, and a wonderful, happy New Year!
Love ya!
Karen in St. Louis
12.15.08 @ 12:46 pm
Hey Rachael that’s great news. Love the show and books! Your a great person,glad to see your getting better. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!! Get Well soon.
Best Wishes,
Jenny
12.15.08 @ 12:56 pm
Rachael,That’s awesome news. Hope you have a great Christmas & new years. best of luck in 2009.
12.15.08 @ 12:57 pm
Hey Rach, Great news. Hope you fell better soon. Merry Christmas @ Happy New Year!!! Feel better soon.
Get well soon.
Best Wishes
Jenny
12.15.08 @ 1:08 pm
Hi Rachael..
Happy to hear your good health news.. Just want to share my best friends similar condition. She had a raspy sultry slurry (depending rest etc.) kind of voice for years.
She was pulled over by police for a minor infraction and the officer thought she was drinking and driving.. this incident plus swelling in hands feet etc triggered her to see a doctor.
It turned out to be her Thyroid.. she has since gone through a voice transformation lol Thyroid levels are a tricky science though simple blood tests determine if high low etc.. and affects metabolism, voice etc.
I hadn’t talked with her for months and when I did.. I didn’t recognize her.
Her voice was totally different and of course the swelling and weight gain corrected as well.. Stay safe and well
Best wishes for a fun and prosperous New Year! *Happy Holidays*
Donna
12.15.08 @ 1:10 pm
Hey Rach!!! Glad to hear the great news!! My thoughts and prayers are with you,John and your family. Have a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.
P.S.Love Lake George too!! Hope to run into you up there sometime.
12.15.08 @ 1:34 pm
Hi Rach!
I am so glad to hear the wonderful news! You know, for the past week or so I thought you were sounding like your old self!
Happy Holidays to you, John and Isaboo too!
12.15.08 @ 2:02 pm
Hey Rach,
that’s a real good news….wish u the very best and do take care of your self….wish u a merry Christmas.
keep smiling
preeti
12.15.08 @ 2:02 pm
I thank God for you not having that risky surgery.
Funny how alternatives are available when a surgeon/dr have much to lose….hmmm. I have thyroid disease with multi nodular goiter and do all i can with meds and try to eat right etc to avoid that dangerous surgery with post op problems awaiting. I saw your statement today cancelling the surgery and felt as though it were me I praised and thanked God for you as i clapped my hands together looking up sayihng YES! I guess we Italians are a bit dramatic… ya think? Hugs to you and yours for the holidays. Be healthy and happy and continue to prosper in life - you sure earned it! *Barb on Long Island
12.15.08 @ 2:14 pm
Rachel,
This is really great news. I’ve been praying for you and hoping that everything would turn out OK. I just love your show and when I can’t be home I record it and watch it when I can. You have some of the best guess and you always make me feel like you are so much fun and truly a marvelous person. Take care and have a great holiday season and may you stay on TV for a very long, long, long time.
Love ya,
Liz
12.15.08 @ 2:34 pm
RACH,
GREAT NEWS FOR NO SURGERY!!!! MAY YOU HAVE A BLESSED HOLIDAY WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS AROUND YOU!!!
YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US FAST PACED GALS OUT THERE WITH NOT ALOT OF TIME TO COOK SO 30 MINUTE RECIPES ARE AWESOME!!! WE WATCH YOUR SHOW EVERY NIGHT.
12.15.08 @ 2:38 pm
Wow! That is wonderful. You are my biggest fan for sure.
12.15.08 @ 2:41 pm
I am so very happy for you girlfriend! What a reprieve!! I so enjoy your show and wish you all the best this Holiday season and New Year.
PS: I like your voice!
12.15.08 @ 2:42 pm
hey rach i hope you feel better and that everything is going well for you. i hope you get better for my bday on jan 21 so i can be your special guest with justin long (whom has been on your show and i know is a friend of yours) and so we can cook his fave dish jk i love that guy! well i hope you the best and happy hoidays!!! you can wrap long for me for my bday since christmas is too close lol love ya!
12.15.08 @ 3:16 pm
WOW!! That is awesome Rachael!!! God works in mysterious ways! You deserve all the blessings in the world. Merry Christmas and God Bless You!!
12.15.08 @ 3:31 pm
~*..*~.*~~ Whoo Hoo ~*~*.~.**~ !!! I bet you are jumping for Joy, Rachael!!! So today is a rainny wet Monday in Los Angeles — And during my long commute on the 101 somewhere between Burbank and Hollywood - the sky cleared making way for the sun ~ which brought with it a perfect rainbow - that arched over the entire wet bumper to bumper freeway — I dedicated that perfect rainbow to you today, Rachael - on your good news.
Keep focused and know this vocal therapy is more than a temp fix it is a lifestyle change - A lifestyle change can be challenging but it sure does beat the alternative. Right? So stay focused and know you are doing the smart choice for your health!! You have been blessed ~
Merry Christmas and make it a perfect holiday filled with love, rest and dreams realized. And know that perfect rainbow lit up the Los Angeles Sky for you today.
xoxo
Rose
12.15.08 @ 3:46 pm
Rachael-I’ve never posted before but have such a “girl crush” on you! Our little one sees you on TV and calls you “a-a” congrats on the GREAT news and can’t wait to see the show after the holidays! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!
12.15.08 @ 3:59 pm
Hey Rach Im glad to hear that your throat is getting better. I will continue to pray for you. I hope you have a wonderful christmas with John and the rest of your family.
12.15.08 @ 4:01 pm
I have been thinking about your surgery- and I’m glade you don’t have to have it done. May God bless you this holiday season as I think he already has, with this good news that I read today. Thank you for all of your help in my kitchen. I love to cook as well as you do but as we all know I am always looking for new recipes. You have some great ones. Once again THANK YOU. (MERRY CHRISTMAS)
12.15.08 @ 4:15 pm
I’M SO HAPPY FOR YOU ABOUT YOUR THROAT DOING SO WELL….I ENJOY your show. I also enjoy the Adirondacks like you do, as I have a camp at Sacandaga in Hadley, New York. I also shop at “Oscar’s”. Hopefully I might run into you!!!!
12.15.08 @ 4:28 pm
That is great news about your thoat.Have a Merry Christmas
12.15.08 @ 4:34 pm
Hi Rachel!!!! OMG I didn’t know about your throat, but I’m super glad that you are doing good and I hope Santa brings a lot of good things this holiday season =) Also, I wanted to comment on yesterday’s episode of Iron Chef… MAN YOU DID AWESOME!!! I enjoyed every minute of it and was so glad to see you win!!!
P.S. The shrimps with the cranberry sauce looke yummy!!
12.15.08 @ 4:46 pm
I am soooooo happy to here your progress. I was in the nursing profession and if you can do anything prior, to prevent surgery that is the way to go. I know that many prayers have been answered on your behalf. I was so worried that you could not be quiet and that they would wire your jaw shut to keep you quiet. Have a blessed holiday season
Much love, Betty
12.15.08 @ 5:37 pm
Rachel,
Good luck and may God put his healing hand on you! You are such a wonderfully sweet person and deserve only the best! Hope your holiday season is amazing and not too stressful!
God Bless,David Singleton
12.15.08 @ 6:26 pm
Aloha Rachael,
So glad to hear that you will have use of your voice for the holidays. I will say a prayer for you that all will turn out well and you will start off the new year strong and healthy.
Just a side note… my company Christmas party was last night. It was a pot luck and your wonderful 5 min fudge was a hit, as it alwasy is.
Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas)
Love, Heidi
12.15.08 @ 6:41 pm
Hey Rach i watch your talk show an your 30min meals an tasty travel’s keep up the good work an i’ll keep watching glad to hear about your throat
12.15.08 @ 7:32 pm
How wonderful! I came to your site just for this(to find out about your surgery and get an update) I sure hope it all continues on the good! Dont let them change that voice to much,its so cute!
Best wishes,
Monica
12.15.08 @ 8:10 pm
Hey Rach, glad to hear, your going to do well, you’ve had lots of prayers cause we all love ya. Have a great christmas & new year.
12.15.08 @ 8:24 pm
Hi Rachel, Happy to hear that you no longer need surgery. 3 yrs ago, I was also diagnosed with tumor on my true left vocal folds. I actually became mute for sometime, it was so frustrating to communicate only through pen and padpaper. I was also supposed to have surgery but thank God, like you, was spared from the knife, then underwent voice therapy.
Last year, I have big cysts on my neck which anybody can feel by touch. Last month, I had CTScan of my neck and guess what? The big cysts became so small and almost gone, no need for surgery… again! God is so good!
I would like to share to you what I did that helped me with my cysts but not thru this blog. I’m kind of private person and don’t want to announce to the world. You can email me directly.
God bless.
12.15.08 @ 8:45 pm
I was checking to see any updates from you re: your surgery and was so pleased to see it may not be needed but you still need to be careful and listen to what the Doctors tell you and hopefully no problems will develop. This will give you a very Merry Christmas and healthy New Year to look forward to. Stay warm!!
12.15.08 @ 9:12 pm
HI RACH. I KNOW THAT GOD HEAR US,BECAUSE HE HEARD ALL OF THE PRAYERS THAT , YOUR FANS AND FAMILY SENT UP. WE WILL ALWAYS KEEP YOU IN YOUR PRAYERS AND YOUR FAMILY. MAY YOU AND JOHN AND YOUR BABY GIRL (ISSABOO) HAVE A BLESS CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR.
LOVE PJ
12.16.08 @ 12:02 am
That is great news! I hope you continue to do well. I absolutely love your show and I watch it every day! I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas. Thanks for all the laughs!
~Ashlee
12.16.08 @ 12:16 am
Rachael,
So glad to hear this - it was awesome to meet you at your book signing on Saturday and I was happy that you shared this news with me then. Keep working hard and we will continue to pray for you as always. Hopefully you will have a break after your book signing tour. Enjoy Christmas with your family!
-Tiffany
12.16.08 @ 12:33 am
Hey Rach!
So good to hear you won’t be needing that surgery!…….HOORAY!!!! Keep up the great work with your vocal coach! Hard work always pays off! Ya never know…ya may even get those pipes ready to do a little singing! lol! We’re all(Fans/Viewers)very happy for you!!! Happy Holidays to you and your’s! Kisses to Isaboo!
Hugs, Kisses & plenty of EVOO!
12.16.08 @ 1:16 am
Although I was excited to hear your new chords, I’m glad you don’t have to go through with that surgery! Merry Christmas!
12.16.08 @ 2:46 am
Congrats Rachael!! Yea for you! That is great news! I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you enjoy your Christmas and I look forward to seeing your new shows. Your show is the highlight of my day and I look forward to it. Take care!
12.16.08 @ 2:49 am
heyhey Racheal!!
Love watching your shows.
glad your throat is okay!!
Merry Christmas!
=))
12.16.08 @ 8:59 am
This is great. I just love your show, you are the most down to earth and funny lady. May god bless you and yours . Merry Christmas
12.16.08 @ 10:37 am
Great news! I am so happy for you!
I also, will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Have a very Merry Christmas!
12.16.08 @ 11:01 am
Rachael,
Raspy voice or not, you, your shows and recipes are the greatest!! So glad to hear surgery may not have to be your option. May you and your loved ones have the Best Christmas (Holiday) ever.
Ron
12.16.08 @ 11:42 am
I and my husband, along with my Mom, send our very best wishes, and we are pleased you may not require the surgery after all.
My mom is one of your biggest fans. she just adores you, and watches as many of your shows everyday as she can.
Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year.
12.16.08 @ 11:48 am
That’s great news Racheal! I’m so happy to hear you might not need the surgery. Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year!
12.16.08 @ 12:00 pm
Dear Rach,
You had a Christmas cookie called candy cane cookies that you made on your show with a guest. Can’t remember the guest, cant find the recipe for it anywhere on your site. PLEASE HELP!!!!!!
Merry Christmas and thanks
12.16.08 @ 12:22 pm
Hey Rach,
That sounds like great news Rach. I am happy to hear you do not have to go under the knife. My offer still stands, I still will come and cook so you can take a break. It is all your recipes so it will be like homecooking. Good luck with your therapy.
12.16.08 @ 12:53 pm
RACHAEL THAT IS GREAT NEWS.
I HOPE THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS.
I WILL STILL PRAY FOR YOU TO KEEP GETTING BETTER.
WE CAN ALWAYS USE A LITTLE EXTRA HELP AT TIMES.
I FEEL AS IF WE ARE OLD FRIENDS AND TRULY WISH YOU ALL THE BEST FOR THE NEW YEAR.
PEACE AND LOVE TO YOU AND YOURS.
12.16.08 @ 1:01 pm
That is such good news, Rachel.
With all the discouraging news, this is certainly some great news. I love your shows, both on day time TV and the food network. I also enjoy your magazing and your cookbooks. Thanks for being such a “hands on” type of person. I hope you continue with all of your shows.
12.16.08 @ 1:12 pm
Hi Sweetness
We watch your show like clock work. Love the new food you come up with.My husband loves cajun food have any good recipes? Glad to here the good news will continue to pray for you. God bless you and yours.
12.16.08 @ 1:33 pm
Hey Rach, Great news. I have been thinking about you all day. You take care of yourself and Merry Christmas to you and your family!! Again I’m thrilled you are going to be okay.
12.16.08 @ 1:39 pm
That is fantastic! Prayer really works~ You may not be able to shout to the world but maybe sing alittle joy to the world instead! lol .. CONGRATS!!!!!!!
12.16.08 @ 3:08 pm
Racheal, Im so glad to hear the good news. I was a music major in college, focusing on voice, so I know what it means to take care of the vocal cords. Keep up the good work. Still singing!
12.16.08 @ 3:10 pm
I am so glad to hear that you might not have to have surgery. Keep doing what the doctor tells you and try & be quite. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
12.16.08 @ 3:20 pm
i know this is off topic but i couldnt fin d anywhere on your website to email you. you need to invent a drink that will keep you warm and is good but isnt loaded with fat! I am on a no fat diet and i want something hood to drink! if you would do this for me i would do anything for you! Srry to hear about the surgery. Hope you get better! luv ya lots! #1 Fan Bre!
12.16.08 @ 3:32 pm
Rachael, I am so happy that surgery may not be done, hope you’re feeling better. You have such a happy spirit and soul that that alone will make you better and of course God’s help. I have a question for you I just learned how to make flan and what’s bad is that I don’t have a pan to bake it in. I’m from Mexico living in Chicago, Il for 50+ years and I new the name of that pan before but I have forgotten it since I don’t do as much cooking as before but in Mexico it’s called “Agua de Maria” pan. I’ve looked on line with almost every store and can’t find hope you can help me. And, again feel good and you’re a great hostess and cook, LOL
12.16.08 @ 3:39 pm
I have your show on right now and realized it is a repeat and that you were scheduled for surgery today. I rushed to your website to see if there was an update and was glad to see an update that the surgery might not be needed at all because of voice therapy. When I heard about the surgery, I couldn’t imagine you not being able to talk for two weeks, especially over the holidays when surrounded by family and friends. Keep up the therapy, I know it is hard work (been there, done that for a knee issue), but it is a lot easier and less ’scary’ than any surgery, even when it is minor surgery. When are you going to come out with a cat food? I lost my dog this year and was feeding her your dog food, but because I couldn’t find a small dog at the shelter (the dog I lost was 125lbs. and I think I’m getting too old to handle that weight), I adopted a young cat. She loves to eat and I know she would love your food and I would love to know the food I bought her was going to help animals in shelters. I’m still looking at the shelters for a dog. I’ve been an animal lover my whole life and have always had 2-7 cats and 1-3 dogs, but now all I have is one special kitty who helped me this last year when I lost my Mother on December 6 and my dog on May 26. Work hard with your therapy and I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday and a very happy and healthy 2009!!!
12.16.08 @ 3:41 pm
Great news about your throat! Wishing you and John a very Merry Christmas and a New Year filled with good health and happy times.
12.16.08 @ 3:51 pm
That is fantastic. I hope the new year brings more good news. As a Mom I’ll bet yours is over the moon. You couldn’t give her a better present. Keep up whatever you’re doing — it must be right. We’ll all say prayers for you because you mean a lot to us to see AND hear you every day. Obviously you mean a lot to a lot of people. Merry Christmas!
12.16.08 @ 3:58 pm
Hey Rach,
Glad to hear that your throat is getting better. I told you about my throat issues and now everytime I watch the show, I always listen carefully to your voice. It is a pleasure to know that you may not even need the surgery after all. Have a blessed holiday season with you family.
GOD BLESS and keep on COOKING.
12.16.08 @ 4:07 pm
Hey Rachel!
That is great news! Wishing you a great Christmas and an awesome New Year! Thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. I love your show and your cookbooks.
Merry Christmas!!
Shannon H
12.16.08 @ 5:00 pm
It seems God has answered our prayers! Have a wonderful Christmas! Take some time to enjoy the holidays.You have much to be thankful!!
12.16.08 @ 5:13 pm
hey rach
i am from little nz and love your show i watch it everyday. hope you get better soon
love ya xx
12.16.08 @ 5:54 pm
Rachel,that is such awesome news–no surgery.I have been thinking about you since you showed your dr.s app. good luck and have a great christmas.!!! got your dog treats for my barnie—he loves them.where do you get all your energy?(send some my way)LOL
12.16.08 @ 6:09 pm
Dear Rachel,
I pray your voice exercise works for you! No matter what, you are in my thought & prayers for a full voice ‘recovery’. Warm wishes to you, your hubby & your furkid.
12.16.08 @ 6:14 pm
Rachael
Glad to hear that you didn’t have to have surgery. I said some prayers that everything would turn out okay for you. They did just bigger than we had expected! God is watching out over you! I will pray that the vocal therapy continues to work. Have a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!
Love Ya!
Michele
12.16.08 @ 6:20 pm
Hi Rachael,
My 14-month old grandson & I love to watch your show. He has learned to say “eat, eat”, while we watch you every morning @ 9am. (smile) Glad to hear of the good news about your throat. God is good!!!
Love,
Sherri
12.16.08 @ 6:21 pm
That is fantastic! I start vocal therapy on Thursday and am hoping it works. I just want my voice back. It was great being on your show, meeting you and Greta, and I cant wait to see the episode air. (Hopefully soon) Drea
12.16.08 @ 6:30 pm
Dear Rachel,
Since I first started watched 30 min meals in 2003, I have been in love with cooking. I since took out a big loan and enrolled myself in culinary school. In August of this year, I graduated. I was very proud. But I have yet to find my place in the culinary world..it seems to be an industry dominated by…men. I paid a lot for my education and I only want to be successful. I thought that since you, (and Tyler F.) were the ones who inspired me to take this career path, you might have some advice, or at least some words of encouragement.
Thanks….
Sincerely,
chefsarah
12.16.08 @ 8:29 pm
I’m so glad to hear that your throat is getting better. Hopefully it will continue to get way better. Your always in my prayers. May God continue to bless you, your husband,& Isaboo. May you have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR. May you get everything you wish for and more. Love ya!!! Sincerely’ Tippsygirl
12.16.08 @ 8:48 pm
Thats really good news1!! I had jaw surgery 7 months ago, I couldnt eat for 2 weeks. I did watch your show, 30 Minutes Meals, that was the only way I could enjoy food looking at it or smelling it. If you do need the surgery make sure you have plenty of rest and somebody that will be able to pamper you for whatever you need.
By the way,
absolutly LOVE your show.
Mimi <3
12.16.08 @ 9:07 pm
GREAT NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
12.16.08 @ 11:07 pm
Hey Rachel,
I’m glad to hear that you may not have to have surgery. I pray that everything will go well for you. Me and my 8 yr old daughter watch your shows whenever we can. We even watch the reruns of 30 Minute Meals.My boyfriend will say “Haven’t you seen this before?” Then I say “So what! It keeps the recipes and techniques fresh in my mind.” I apply what I learn to the dishes I cook for him. I haven’t gotten any complaints yet!
Thanks for helping me feed my man! Sincerly, Rina
12.17.08 @ 12:26 am
Hi Rach. That is just wonderful news for you and the rest of us too. Surgery is not a fun thing for anyone. Ever since your show announcing this I have been wondering what a huge challenge it was going to be for you NOT to talk for 2 weeks while recovering. Talking is a definite requirement for you and you are very good at that I might add and enjoy talking alot. Love ya and Happy Holidays.
12.17.08 @ 1:44 am
Hi Rach,
Glad to hear that your therepy is helping and may prevent you from having surgery! I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers! That must be such a relief for you. I could not imagine you being quiet for the holidays…lol you are such an expressive person! I wish you all the best!
I’ve only recently become aquinted with your show and I love it! I think you are a wonderful person who does wonderful things for others. You are so compassionate, funny and free spirited in everything you do. I look forward to watching everyday…I have the DVR set just in case! Watching your show has inspired me to learn to cook like for real food…lol
That is still a work in progress….too bad I can’t borrow you for a few days ….lol
Thanks for being you! Sincerely, a new loyal fan….
Denise
12.17.08 @ 3:35 am
Dearest Rach,
WOW! I just had to do the “happy dance” when I read you may be by-passing surgery! Of course, no one wants to undergo surgery, but I did, 3 X 6 months. Oh, Sweetie, please keep your sweet throat out from under a surgeon’s knife, unless it is the last resort. He / She may know well, but until one has undergone and recovered from surgery, no one knows! Keep strong; stay well; please select me as a+winner of the pots/pans/knives! My kitchen is 30-years old outdated, and it is the main reason I don’t wanna’ cook. Above all, Rach, take care of you! Keep coming into our homes and making us think we really can cook with what we have.
Love,
Elizabeth
12.17.08 @ 6:50 am
Our youngest daughter is a vocal coach and classically trained singer and she says that proper speaking and care when using your voice is the key. Good for you, Rachael. We wish you well and a speedy road to a healthy throat again. Vic and Mary Nelson, Springfield, Virginia
12.17.08 @ 10:47 am
rachael, i am so glad your throat is doing better. my 3 year old grandson and i love to whatch you. when ever he see’s your picture or you on tv he tells everyone thats racael ray.he is so sweet.we love you and pray for you . you and john have a merry christmas. hey my husbands name is john also [john wayne choate] he was named after the duke. take care love karen and xander[grandson]
12.17.08 @ 12:05 pm
Sweet Rachael,
Happy news!!! Best wishes. Take care.
Much Love, Angie
12.17.08 @ 12:43 pm
Rachael;
I am so glad to hear that your therapy is going well and you don’t need to have the surgery. That is great news. Bet that is the best Christmas present you have had in awhile. My daughter and I unfortunately did not get to see you last week when you were in Dayton, OH as she got strep throat the day before so I can understand throat issues. She is better now and we look forward to you coming back to our area soon.
Have a very Merry Christmas and keep doing what you are doing. I just love ya and enjoy your show every day.
Take care,
Vicki
12.17.08 @ 12:48 pm
Hi Miss Rachael, So very happy to hear that you wont have to be cut on. been there, Done that. Its not fun. Hope you have a very happy and safe Christmas, and Happy New Year! MissKittyTennessee.
12.17.08 @ 12:50 pm
Rachel,
I just had to tell you, my sweet baby boy who is now nine months old has been watching your show since he was about four or five months! He is not easily amused so when I noticed that you would keep his attention I would start milking it for 5-10 min, now I just sit him in front of the TV and you entertain him for a whole episode of 30 min meals! He giggles when you look at the audience
Soooooo cute. Cartoons don’t even keep his interest.
12.17.08 @ 1:25 pm
Hello Rachel,
I am glad that you are feeling much better. That is some great news about your surgery. I am glad that I got a chance to meet you at the book signing on Saturday. My niece was happy too because she got a picture with you. This will be a memory that she will treasure always.
I hope that you and John have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Years.
-Jackie
12.17.08 @ 1:40 pm
Congratulations on the good news wishing you the best and keep listening to the doctors.Have a very Merry Christmas and looking forward to seeing you again in the New Year. Blessing & Love
12.17.08 @ 3:12 pm
Hey Rachael!
I’m from New Zealand and i absolutely love your show!
i am currently watching your show right now but we are waaaaayyyy behind america! i think the episode thats on right now is from last year so i havent heard about your throat!
i really hope you continue to get better and dont need surgery!
have a merry christmas!
Tegan
12.17.08 @ 6:36 pm
Big cheers from Wisconsin on the great news of hopefully NO surgery! What a refelf for you, your family, and all your supportive fans.
My mother, sister, and myself wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas and fantastic 2009!
Sincerely, Monica
12.17.08 @ 6:58 pm
HEY RACH,
GREAT NEWS, I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU. HAVING SURGERY IS NO FUN AT ALL. I TOTALLY LOVE WATCHING YOUR SHOWS. I HOPE YOU, JOHN AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY HAVE A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY SEASON.
BEST WISHES, SUE FROM ADRIAN, MICH.
12.17.08 @ 7:11 pm
I’m so happy to hear that you are doing great. I have been thinking about this ever since I heard about your possible throat surgery. Rach,I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. From our family to yours we wish you and yours a very healthy and happy holidays.
Lots of xoxoxoxo, Veronica & John
12.17.08 @ 7:34 pm
Rachael,thats great news.keepin you in my thoughts and prayers.have a merry christmas,and God bless.
12.17.08 @ 7:51 pm
I’m glad your throat is doing better. Today is Dec.17 and my husband & I just watched a 30min Meal show where you cooked a chicken dish from Italy during the time you were married. It had dark meat for you husband and white meat for you. You also stated in this episode that you had just cooked for you mother. How can I get this recipe? You cut up the chicken, rolled in flour,browned in a pan,added onions and garlic.cut up figs, and added some type of dumpling. My son is in Iraq right now & I would love to practice cooking the meal before he comes home in March-maybe.
Thank You.
Happy Holidays.
12.17.08 @ 7:55 pm
Glad to hear all will be well. I tape your show and watch it in the evenings. You have given me “permission” to try new recipes and to experiment on my own. I’m having lots of fun. Have a great Xmas with family & friends. Great show, keep it up. Mary
12.17.08 @ 8:44 pm
Hi Rachael….
Wonderful News!!!! What a great Xmas present for you! Keep up with the vocal therapy….
Have a great holiday and take care!!!
Love ya!!! Debbie
12.17.08 @ 8:45 pm
great to hear ms ray. hope you have a very wonderful xmas. your show is great. take care and take care of your voice. don
12.17.08 @ 8:49 pm
hey Rachael,
That’s great news.
I can’t wait to see you back on the show.
I hope to meet you someday.
Its been my dream for awhile.
jenny
12.17.08 @ 9:07 pm
Rachael, the good news is just awesome! God is good. My husband and I watch you every afternoon and enjoy you and your guests so very much. We are so glad you aren’t going to have surgery - do what the doctors tell you - get plenty of rest and we hope you and your family will have a happy, Holy Christmas day. Best wishes for the New Year too!! I don’t cook much these days, but we enjoy watching you. I’m Italian and have GERD, so no pasta, or red sauce for me!
12.17.08 @ 9:10 pm
Hi Rachael,
I was sure sorry to hear about your throat. I’ve been praying alot for you. I read the update on your blog and I am so glad to hear the good news about your throat. I pray it keeps improving and you don’t have to have surgery at all. I know you can do it.
I lo
12.17.08 @ 9:22 pm
Hi Rachael,
I was sure sorry to hear about your throat. I’ve been praying alot for you. I read the update on your blog and I am so glad to hear the good news about your throat. I pray it keeps improving and you don’t have to have surgery at all. I know you can do it.
I love your show. I’ve got alot of your recipes. They are so easy to follow.
You take care and have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year with all of your family and John.
Love Nonny
12.18.08 @ 1:16 am
Hi Rachael,
I watch your show every chance I get. I love you and the show and all your easy 30 minute meals. I am so glad to hear that you may not need surgery. I will continue to pray that you heal completely. I love all the tips and tricks you talk about, it is very helpful to me. Happy Holidays and may God continue to bless you and yours. Get lots of rest and peace to you. Love Ya,
Your Number One Fan
12.18.08 @ 2:21 am
rachael that is great news i hope you continue to improve.my father had polyps removed from his vocal cords years ago so my family knows what you are going through.as we celebrate hanukkah this Sunday night we will all be praying for you.my whole family wishes yours a merry christmas and a happy and healthy new year.esther
12.18.08 @ 8:32 am
hey racheal i am very happy about ur surgery and though i am 11 i do watch ur show lol
12.18.08 @ 8:46 am
Hey Rach I was so happy to read your message. I was telling my son about your condition and told him that this was a very serious operation and we were both concerned for you. So prayers have definitely been answered. Take care of yourself and we’ll keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Merry Christmas.
12.18.08 @ 9:01 am
Hi, rachael im glad that you may not have to have surgery. God works in mysterious ways :]. I had such a great time meeting you at The Greene a week ago. The one line you said will be with me forever, when I told you I wanted to be just like you, you said “I’ll see you on TV Cher.” Ive always seen you as my inspiration, and meeting you, and having you say that to me has made, and will make an impact on my life.
12.18.08 @ 10:02 am
Hi, Rach.
I’m glad that you no longer have to have surgery. Back in either late 1997 or early 1998 I developed a bad cold, called my bosses and informed them that I wouldn’t be able to work for the rest of the week. The following day I woke up to the sound of … laryngitis! The condition only lasted for that one day, but it was a sobering reminder that the ability to commiunicate is a true blessing.
The best thing for a recovering voice, IMHO, is hot tea with honey (nature’s antibiotic).
Take care and I’m still praying for you.
12.18.08 @ 10:23 am
Hi Rachael,
No surgery! Yea! I saw you at the airport in Dallas/FT Worth coming out of the gate. I wanted to jump up and give you a hug and tell you how much I enjoy you and your shows. So I’m telling you now because I was too big of a “chicken” and didn’t want to bother you. Just seeing you was worth that long lay over in the airport! Keep up all the good work and know how much it is appreciated. Merry Christmas!
Paula
12.18.08 @ 4:20 pm
FANTASTIC INCREDIBLE STUPENDOUS EXCELLENT NEWS HUN, THIS SHOWS THAT GOD IS GOOD, ALL THESE PRAYERS AND CONCERN FOR YOU HAVE BEEN HEARD. I HAVE ALWAYS LIKED YOUR SQUEEKY RASPY CUTE VOICE SO I HOPE YOU GET TO STILL SOUND SOMEWHAT THE SAME. THANK YOU FOR ALL THE JOY, INFO, CARE AND FEEDING YOU BRING TO OUR LIVES EVERYDAY AND I HOPE YOU HAVE THE MOST BLESSED HOLIDAYS THIS IS THE PAYBACK FOR ALL THE KINDNESS YOU SHARE WITH ALL OF US. MERRIEST OF HOLIDAYS TO YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR VIEWERS AS WELL. TC
12.18.08 @ 5:07 pm
Hey sweetie! This is fantabulous news about your surgery. I don’t think there is one fan of yours who doesn’t find your voice to be cute! Especially Mwelu!! Cannot wait for some more new shows. From my family to yours, Happy Holidays!! Give Izzy an extra treat for all of us!!!
- Carolyn
12.18.08 @ 7:18 pm
Hey Rachael,
Just a note to let you know that this is the first time on your website and of course I was watching the day you were talking about your throat. Im so glad that therapy is working for you and hope you have a Happy and Healthy Holiday. God bless you and your family.
Tammy Johnson
PS LOVE YOUR WEBSITE !!!!!!!!!!
12.18.08 @ 7:29 pm
Great to hear about not having to get surgery done!! I, unfortunately will have to go in for surgery next month. Hope you, your family, all readers and those who watch you have a Happy and safe Holiday Season!!
Take care!
12.18.08 @ 8:47 pm
Hi Rachel, watch you all the time and you made me even want to cook. I’ve found out it’s more fun as a hobby. I’m getting there though. I’m glad yu’re doing well with your throat. Hopefully, this treatment will take care of it…Linda
12.18.08 @ 8:54 pm
I am so happy to hear everything is going well for you. With God’s love and all of the support from friends and family this is a blessing.
Have a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year.
Keep Smiling!!!
Oh , by the way Would love to see ya on “Dancing with the Stars” (Any chance ?)
12.18.08 @ 9:03 pm
Hi Rachel,
I watch you every day before i have to go to work. I live in Belle Vernon Pa. Thank you for all of
the great ideas of cooking. And i am glad to hear that
you are feeling better. merry x-mas, take care.
12.18.08 @ 9:20 pm
Hi Rachael,
I am glade your okay. I have been vary worried about you and was scaried your voice would change and be completley diffrent. I love your voice the way it is. Just like your the most beautiful woman and I love you for you. your my hero and i love you lots. your so awesome and I hope you have a great christmas with your family and isaboo. Thanks for everything because of you I adopted a pitbull and this will be the best christmas ever for me. I do hope your throat stays okay. love you lots
Jodie
12.18.08 @ 10:07 pm
I am so happy to hear the great news. Keep up the good work and I love you and your show.
Hope all goes well and you have a very Merry Christmas.
Sincerely,
Ellen
12.18.08 @ 10:48 pm
God Bless You Rachel, Wonderful News!!!! No one wants surgery but sometimes it can’t be helped but I sure am praying for your complete recovery through your therapy. “MERRY CHRISTMAS” Wishing you the best Holiday ever.I Enjoy your show.
12.19.08 @ 2:57 am
How wonderful to read your good news, Rach! Maybe you can just whisper a few songs? Whatever, may God bless you and your family both during this Holy Season and in the year to come! Stay healthy!
12.19.08 @ 5:42 am
If I could, I WOULD GIVE YOU THE biggest HUG!! So HAPPY to hear your throat is doing so well. May you and your family have a Blessed Christmas and a very Happy New Year. You are one very special LADY.
12.19.08 @ 9:13 am
GREAT news Rach. A early Christmas gift I hope. Thanks for all the wonderful recipes. It will exciting to hear from you with more of the same! Best wishes.
12.19.08 @ 10:17 am
I’m glad to hear everything is going well with you. God is looking out for you. I can’t wait to see you back on your show. Make sure your husband takes good care of you, which I know he will. Take care of your self and one more thing I would love to see you in more bright clothes instead of always dark. You are so bright and cheerful person and I think you clothes should show that. Have a wonderful Christmas and take care. Hope to see you soon back on your show.
12.19.08 @ 11:55 am
Oh! Rachel, that is great news!! I love your show & love you because you are so down to earth and not all about the glitz & glamour. I try to watch every day & when I can’t get on the computer. May you, John, Isaboo, & your families have a very BLESSED & MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR! God Bless you All!
12.19.08 @ 12:56 pm
Hello Rachael! God Bless you! I’m glad to hear that you don’t have cancer of the throat or anything horrible! It would be Awful not to hear you speak and laugh and tell us how to cook your FABULOUS recipes. I learn alot from you and add and play with what you have to offer! I have been able to watch you more since I have been out of work almost a year due to a back injury and can’t spend as much time in the kitchen (an entire day) like I used to to bake and/or cook.:-(
I love you dearly and it is a DREAM of mine to cook just ONE recipe with you someday…I love you like a sis!
Love & Light
Susan
Merry Christmas!!
12.19.08 @ 2:30 pm
So happy for your news. Love your show.
12.19.08 @ 2:30 pm
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
12.19.08 @ 3:52 pm
Good News!!!!!! about your throat. Have a Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for the New Year
One of your best fans
Terry
12.19.08 @ 4:39 pm
Hi Rachel,
I had a nodual(sp?)on my left vocal cord in April and thought I would need surgery to remove it but I also went to therapy and when I went back to the docter in October I found out it was gone. I don’t think most people know that you need to take care of your vocal cords like the rest of you body. (I didn’t.) I now drink more water then I used to and try to avoid caffine. (It dries out your vocal cords.) I am so happy for you that you don’t need surgery. Keep up the good work. Merry Christmas to you and John and all your family.
Ruth
12.19.08 @ 4:39 pm
rachael, so glad to hear you are doing so well!! you are such a giving person. you certainly deserve a break, like not having surgery! keep up the good work with everything. lots of people love ya! get well soon.
sincerely,
florence
12.19.08 @ 4:42 pm
Rach:
Glad to hear about your throat. I am glad that you might not need surgery. I hope you have a great christmas and a wonderful new year. God bless you
12.19.08 @ 4:52 pm
WOW RACH WHAT GREAT NEWS… GOD HAS BEEN LISTENING TO OUR PRAYERS AND HE HAD HIS ARMS WRAPPED AROUND YOU TO KEEP U FROM ENDURING THROAT SURGERY… CONGRATS ON THE WEIGHT LOSS AND HAVE A MERRY AND BLESSED CHRISTMASS
12.19.08 @ 5:00 pm
Hey Rachel, I love your show. I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.Also want to wish all the best with your throat. Hopefully you won’t need surgery. I had my tonsils out at 30 and it wasn’t really fun. Best wishes to you. Love ya, Tina
12.19.08 @ 6:21 pm
Hey Rach,
So glad to hear that you might not have to have the surgery at all thanks to the therapy and the therapists. It truly is a wonderful Christmas present. I have had you in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to keep you there in hopes that the therapy and therapist will work their magic. I do enjoy watching your show. Not only do I enjoy the celebrity chat but I like the cooking part as I like to cook myself even if I am helping my mom to make the dinner and bake. Its a great way to relieve the stress of the day. I just tried my hand at making some chocolates using molds and it was fun but I guess I could use more projects. Anyways I hope you and John have a very Merry Christmas and a very happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. Keep up the good work.
Helene on LI, NY
12.19.08 @ 8:14 pm
Rach, I was glad to hear that your throat is better. I enjoy your program, as you always cook good hearty foods, not cream puffs and lady fingers. I wish you all the best. GBU!
12.19.08 @ 8:19 pm
Eear Rach,
Merry Chrismas with Great News!There is nothing like good news before the holidays. I had that kind of news last year after having a biopsy on my right breast. I had already survived a bout of breast cancer and didn’t want to have to do it again. So I know how great it feels to get great news before the holidays.Merry Christmas to you and John and the rest of your family.
12.19.08 @ 8:28 pm
GLAD TO READ YOU DONT HAVE TO HAVE SURGERY, I HOPE ALL WORKS OUT FOR YOU AND YOURS, ARENT DR’S GREAT. KEEP UP THE HARD WORK YOU DO, IT REALLY SHOWS. I ENJOY ALL YOUR SHOWS ON TV AND CABLE. YOU DO A REALLY GOOD JOB, RACHEL, MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU, AND THOSE AROUND YOU.
12.19.08 @ 10:55 pm
Hey Rachael! I was so glad to hear the good news about you not having to have throat surgery. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family. Enjoy your time off from the show I am sure you miss it but this is much needed rest because it seems you go all the time constantly working. Hey Rachael I would like to come and visit your show sometime I live in St Louis MO if you could come here and do a show maybe or I could come and be in your audience let me know. You are such an inspiration to so many people you are so lively and bubbly and you are just so happy all the time and that is what we need on television now. I could be having a bad day and seeing you cheers me up just wanted to let you know that. Good Luck with everything.
Charlotte
Happy Holidays!!!
12.20.08 @ 6:09 am
Rach;
It is great to hear that your voice is improving - without surgery. That is a great Christmas gift - but no doubt, lots of hard work.
A personal word of thanks - my teenage daughter has been unable to go to school this fall because of an emotional breakdown… she is showing improvement now, largely due to watching Rachel Ray with Mom when possible (I work) and then producing some of your recipes. She has even done a few meals on her own for us. Thanks for the positive vibes that have helped her find her own wellness.
Marni
12.20.08 @ 7:35 am
Dear Rachael
Glad to hear you don’t need the surgery Have a wonderful holiday and look forward to see you soon.
12.20.08 @ 8:36 am
Rachel,
Amen sister! I am relieved to hear that there is no surgery…However, don’t forget to do what the doctors say!! No chatting for awhile..:-)
I just watched your show this Saturday morning and you mentioned a few wines that you love. The red in particular you said was your very favorite Italian wine. Could you please blog which wines they were? I believe the show was probably from last years holiday season.One was bubbly, one was a port and the other one that you poured for youself was a deep red. I’m going to take your suggestion and give it as gifts.
Thanks so much!
Merry Christmas and God Bless you and you family,
Nancy
12.20.08 @ 10:25 am
I am so thankful to hear that you are in voice therapy. I was upset when I heard that your doctor had recomended surgery. A good speech therapist who specializes in voice disorders can eliminate nodules, etc. if he/she deems it medically appropriate.
Best wished for a Happy Holiday Season and I’ll keep you in my prayers.
12.20.08 @ 2:37 pm
Rachael, am extremely happy to hear you may not need throat surgery. Any surgery is cause for concren.Now you can enjoy the Holidays. Best Wishes to you and your.
12.20.08 @ 4:24 pm
Hey Rachael,
That’s great news! Give Issaboo (spelling?) a Christmas hug from Oreo. Happy Holidays!
Caroline
12.20.08 @ 5:12 pm
Hey Rach!
I am so happy to hear the great news! I hope everything continues to go well for you. I hate all the negative blogs written about you. You are such a wonderful person. On Iron Chef you said that you are not a “Chef”, but I beg to differ with you! Chef is just a fancy word for cook. No matter whether it’s cook, chef or cheif cook and bottle washer, you’re the best. Don’t let the people who feel like “tags” are important get you down. Your fans love you and always will. You are my inspiration and admire and respect you very much. God bless you and yours and don’t ever change, just be you!!!
12.20.08 @ 7:08 pm
i am so glad that you are going to be ok. i love your everything you do on tv. i would love to see you face to face that would make my cristmas new year and my birthday for the rest of my life and i am 33 well i am so happy you are doing fine.
12.20.08 @ 7:14 pm
i hope you feel better also your show is the best. i love your food ideas , have a great christmas, you and your family.
12.20.08 @ 8:00 pm
I AM SO HAPPY TO HEAR THAT THERE IS NO SURGERY…PLEASE TAKE PLENTY OF REST AND ENJOY HOLIDAYS! YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS!! MAY GOD BLESS YOU! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
12.20.08 @ 11:37 pm
Great to hear Rach. Someone is taking care of our Angel. Keep on smiling and have a great Christmas.
12.21.08 @ 3:18 am
So happy to hear you don’t need the surgery and are doing so well. Keep up the good work you are doing with your therapist.
Our entire family sends our best wishes for a blessed holiday season for you and your family and this Mom of 5 and Grandma of 6 (soon to be 7) sends you a big hug and we will keep you in our prayers.
12.21.08 @ 7:11 am
Great news!!! Have a wonderful holiday, you and John
12.21.08 @ 8:14 am
I am glad you don’t have to have surgery! I think resting your voice for periods of time will also heal your voice! I hope you feel better
Have a great Holiday season 
~Rachel
12.21.08 @ 10:14 am
Glad that you won’t have surgery,love your shows and recipes.Merry Christmas to you and your family!
12.21.08 @ 10:23 am
Good News Rach now Santa can come for your good cookies
God Bless and Have a Happy Holiday
12.21.08 @ 10:44 am
Hey, I’m glad to hear that you might not need sugery, I love your show, and I hope you have a Happy Holiday Season.
12.21.08 @ 11:57 am
THAT IS WONDERFUL ABOUT YOU SURGERY!! I WAS WONDERING OR MAY IT CAN BE A IDEA FOR YOU TO HAVE A CALENDER. I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE ONE. MAYBE IT COULD BE A YUM-O ITEM. ALSO, COULD YOU HAVE YOUR BOOK SIGNING SCHEDULE E-MAILED TO US IN THE WEEKLY ROUND UP OR IN SOMETHING ELSE. I MISSED SEEING YOU IN LEX.KY A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO. THANKS AND AS ALWAYS YOUR AWSOME!!!
12.21.08 @ 5:18 pm
Glad to hear that your throat is getting better! That is great news.
Saw you make a pimento dip for veggies a while back and can’t find it anywhere. Can you give me the recipe?
12.21.08 @ 6:11 pm
WHAT WONDERFUL NEWS!I REALY DIDN’T WANT YOU VOICE TO CHANGE WHICH I’M SURE WAS A RISK OF THE SURGERY..
GET SOME WELL DESERVED REST, WE ALL CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOUR NEWEST SHOWS..
12.21.08 @ 9:24 pm
Hey Rach - great news - keep up the good work on the therapy. You may have to go back to the old days (I mean really old days) and use a small chalkboard and chalk to rest your voice. Or learn sign language since you like to talk with your hands. I’m like you - I use my hands alot- my kids tell me if I sat on my hands I couldn’t talk - NOT. I could still find a way to talk. Love ya.
Sheryl from Oklahoma
12.21.08 @ 10:11 pm
Merry Christmas and best wishes for full and prompt recovery. G.S.
12.22.08 @ 8:34 am
Dear Rachael,
Merry Christmas and hope you get well soon.
I just want to say that I’m from Dubai which located in (UAE)United Arab Emirates this country is in the middle east.we love your TV show.. and we always love to watch you.I love your personality and the way you talk with people..I wish that we have a copy of you down here
good luck with your surgery and wish you a wonderful time with your family.
take care,
Afrah Ali From Dubai
12.22.08 @ 9:05 am
Merry Christmas, and it’s great to hear you are getting better. I hope your holidays are filled with joy and love.
Jen
12.22.08 @ 9:08 am
hay rach,
thats a good news!!!hope that its getting more better!!
XOXO
12.22.08 @ 9:30 am
Rachael, all your buds have been thinking positive thoughts about you and your throat.
It is wonderful that your therapy is working and hope that continues to work for ya!
Merry Christmas to you, John and Isaboo!
Love,
ellen george and my Mom
Mary George
12.22.08 @ 2:14 pm
Rachael
I’m really glad for your good news. What a great Christmas present.
Take care and enjoy your Christmas now.
I do have a question though? I was looking for the recipe of the parnips fries and the marmelade chicken that you had on last week show.
If you can tell me how to find it I’d appreaciate it.
I truly love watching your show.
Nancy Ballard
12.22.08 @ 2:54 pm
HEY RACH,
GOOD TO HEAR YOU ARE DOING SO WELL, MAY YOU AND YOURS HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!
12.22.08 @ 3:22 pm
Good to hear you are taking care of yourself. Hope that hunky hubby is doing his part too.
Just last night I finally sat down to the October and December issues of the magazine. In the hey Rach section you mention that you drove a used Ford pickup. Problem the photo is of a 1970 DODGE pickup. My dad had one and wouldn’t let me drive it. Now I drive a 1997 2500 Ram. Have a great Christmas.
12.22.08 @ 5:42 pm
Hi Rachael,
As a speech-language pathologist, I have always had a great concern about your voice…I’m so happy that it is getting better! I’m sure your specialists are some of the best in the country and that you’re in good hands. Here’s to a healthy voice for 2009! By the way, May is better speech and hearing month — Maybe you can do a segment about good vocal health during May? Have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year!!
Lots of love,
Heidi from West Virginia
12.22.08 @ 5:44 pm
HI RACH,
Good news about ur throat dont relent ur effort. i pray u never go for the sugery.am a veiwer in nigeria i love your show, the kitchen is my favourite, though can get most of the recipe in nigeria but i love it. o your cookwares are lovely. i wish i can have a set. i call it BOP;BIG ORANGE POTS. have a merry xmas. mariam nigeria
12.22.08 @ 5:52 pm
hi Rach!,
my wife is a big fan of yours back here in Nigeria. she has got me addicted to your show and now I’m preferring the show over Oprah and Dr. phils show maybe because i love dishes.
12.22.08 @ 8:46 pm
Hi Rachael, good to hear you are on the mend. Well, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and I hope we can meet sometime too.
12.22.08 @ 9:49 pm
Hi, Rachel,
I am a big fan and was just listening to your voice today on your show. I don’t get to watch it very often because I don’t usually get home in time (I’m a public school music teacher), but I saw it today since I’m on Christmas break. I had been reading about your vocal cyst on the internet and it made me sad to hear your fighting hoarseness today. I really hope that your voice therapy works for you, but I have to tell you that I had surgery for a vocal cyst 18 months ago and it was the best decision I could have made. I am a music teacher and could not sing and could barely talk when I was finally diagnosed. They thought I had nodules at first, but then after some swelling went down during therapy, they could see that it was obviously a cyst. The more I tried to talk and sing, the worse it got. I really thought I was going to have to change careers and was so sad because I could not really sing in church anymore (my husband is a pastor). My surgery lasted a little over 30 minutes. Afterward, I was able to talk quietly, but not whisper or sing for one week and then I was allowed to try to sing and do everything again. I was so grateful to God to be able to sing again. I just wanted to tell you not to be afraid of surgery if the therapy is not entirely successful! If you have great doctors (and I know you do), you can have your voice back!
Best of luck. You’re in my prayers.
Pam Dial
12.23.08 @ 7:23 am
Oh Rachel such great news I will pray that it continues to improve so you wont need surgery. I know you will now have a very Merry Christmas and not have any pain. Happy New Year.
12.23.08 @ 9:25 am
hey rach… i love your show and i think that you are the coolest… im glad you can talk b/c with out your voice you would not be able to have your show and i love your show… jus wanna say merry christmas and happy new year….
12.23.08 @ 10:06 am
Hey Rach!
What great news!!!! I’m so happy you don’t have to have or might not have to have surgery! What a great Christmas present! Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
12.23.08 @ 12:46 pm
WOW!!! Such good news. Love and all the best to you, John and Isaboo. My Jack (a Jack Russell Terrier) DUH!!! would like to invite Issie to come be his pal in sunny California. He has lots of good toys to share and tear up with her. Seriously our family is very happy for you.
12.23.08 @ 2:09 pm
God bless you Rach. I pray that all will go well and that you can surprise the Doctors and us when you tell us the surgery didn’t have to happen. God works in great ways and we know you are one of His angels, so hugs from us!!!
12.23.08 @ 3:18 pm
Rachael,
I am so happy to hear that for you. Several years ago I was found to have nodules on my vocal chords. I had to keep silent for one whole month! Nearly killed me, but my hubby was o.k. with it. It paid off for me as well. I can relate with you on this one.
12.23.08 @ 9:29 pm
im sooooo Happy 4 U!! i love your show and that u and john are such Real People! that makes it so much easier to like you and real hope the best 4 u and your family.Best 4 the New Year and A Very Merry Christmas. chris
12.23.08 @ 10:25 pm
I am truly happy that all is well and wishing you and your family all the best from Conroe Tx
12.24.08 @ 9:23 am
I AM SO GLAD TO HEAR THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT YOUR THROAT. GOD IS BLESSING ALL OVER. I WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS.
I KNOW HOW IT IS TO HAVE A CHANGE VOICE. I USE TO SING, NOW I HAVE A ROUGH VOICE. I HAVE TO HAVE MY THYROID REMOVED IN JANUARY. HOPEFULLY IT WON’T BE CANCEROUS.
YOU ARE A DOLL AND I LOVE YOU AND YOUR SHOW. MY DREAM IS TO SOMEDAY GET TO SEE YOUR SHOW IN PERSON.
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE A BLESSED CHRISTMAS AND A FANTASTIC NEW YEAR.
P.S. CAN YOU DO THE UNFRIED CHICKEN AND FRIES THAT WAS IN YOUR COOK BOOK WITH OPRAH. I HAVE BOUGHT 4 OF THEM AND EACH TIME I LOANED IT OUT I NEVER GOT IT BACK. I CAN’T FIND THEM ANYMORE. THAT COOKBOOK HAD FANTASTIC RECIPES AND I LOST 88 POUNDS USING IT. DO YOU SELL THEM?
AGAIN, MERRY CHRISTMAS RACHEL!
12.24.08 @ 10:48 am
That is wonderful news! As we see every day, prayers are answered. Keep up the good work you do through out your life. I got hooked on your show 2 years ago when I had surgery and was off work. I now have DVR so I NEVER miss a show. Take care and Merry Christmas.
12.24.08 @ 11:10 am
Thank god you may not need the surgery. Merry X-mas and a happy new year to you and all your family.
12.24.08 @ 2:28 pm
I’m thrilled for you Rachael! I have been a huge fan from the beginning. And I have to say your dog food Nutrish is so cool and that you donate the proceeds are donated is so great of you! Any plans for a cat food? Have a very Merry Christmas! Hugs to you, John, and Isaboo!
12.24.08 @ 3:38 pm
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Enjoy the holiday, take some time off, rest and relax.
12.24.08 @ 4:07 pm
Rachael thats awesome news. Marry Christmas to you John and your families. ♥
12.24.08 @ 6:20 pm
Hey Rach!
Been prayin’ for you. Actually I think your voice is sexy. But God does answer paryers and I am thankful on your behalf that surgery may not be necessary. Love your show. Hope to win the tickets to be there in person. Merry Christmas and a blessed new year.
12.24.08 @ 7:54 pm
So glad to hear you are getting better. I also wanted to thank you for the Olive and Garlic Dip recipe. It was a hit with my friends and family!!
12.25.08 @ 6:56 pm
Hey Rachael:
It is nice to know that you are doing very well, wish you and your family a very happy christmas and a wonderful new year!!…so cool you’re getting better!!!love your show!!
Erick
Orlando,Fl
12.25.08 @ 11:06 pm
Hey Rachael! I’m so glad to hear that you won’t have to have surgery at this time. Hopefully, you can avoid it completely. I want to tell you that I love your show. I also love to cook. My husband, Mike, comes from an Italian family, so I consult your web site often for new ideas to cook meals he loves. (He is a very good cook as well.) Merry Christmas to you and all your family!
12.26.08 @ 2:20 am
Rachel!
YOU’LL BE FINE! TRUST ME!
From Montreal, Quebec
Rookie Cook
Mark
12.26.08 @ 2:42 am
Hi Rachael,
I am so glad for your good report. I really enjoy watching you on Food Network ant Rachael Ray. I have tried a few of your recipe’s, and enjoy you magazine,
Everyday with Rachael Ray. But the most important thing I want to say God had blessed you with a wonderful husband,and family. Have A Blessed New Year!
I fell like you part of my family too.
Brenda Morgan from Westworth Village Tx
12.26.08 @ 8:09 am
Rachel,
I am so glad to hear that things are working out for you. I have a fear of going under myself, so I am right there with you, avoid surgery if possible. I will continue to pray for you. I hope you and your family/friends had a wonderful Christmas. Happy New Year, May 2009 be a blessed one as well.
12.26.08 @ 12:24 pm
Hey Rach- I hadn’t heard about the surgery, but now that I have I do wish you the best and am very happy for you that you may not have to have it at all. Take it from someone who has had a few myself, they are no fun. Especially at the holidays. God Bless You & Yours!!!
12.26.08 @ 2:12 pm
Praise be! Prayer does work. Wishing you all the best in 2009.
12.26.08 @ 3:51 pm
Rach,
I’m so happy for you. Do EXACTLY what the Dr. tells you!! And get some well deserved rest. Looking forward to you and more cookin’ in ‘09!
Love ya,
Cathy
12.26.08 @ 5:51 pm
Was thinking of you through Christmas. Just now got time to look up your website and found that you didnot have to have surgery.The Lord works miracles through prayers and his love for you.
Take care and keep up the good works.I enjoy all your shows and your magazine. Try lots of your receipes and enjoy them.
Have a HAPPY NEW YEAR and a healthy one at that.
12.26.08 @ 6:27 pm
Rachel great news on your throat!!! I wanted to share a touching story about my brother in law, Gene. He bought me your book and had you sign it in Austin. He waited in line for over 3 hours (your flight was delayed) He sent me the book with pictures of you signing my book and some of Gene and you. This was the most touching gift for my Birthday/Christmas I could have gotten. He said he was only one of a very few men there. It has to be love for his big Sis!! God Bless you and your family. Keep up the great cooking and sharing.
12.26.08 @ 6:44 pm
Hi Rach,
I want to wish you all the luck in the world.I pray that you will have a wonderful happy healthy, new year. I am a 70 year old woman and you could be my daughter. I pray to St Jude and to St. Anthony for you. I wish I could make you something to eat I am known for being a good cook to. So Eat well and remember GOD LOVES YOU. LOVE YOU
12.26.08 @ 7:05 pm
I have been very concerned about your voice as I had similar problems and a speaking career… and am now totally without a voice at all. I am so thankful that your vocal therapy is working! God Bless
12.26.08 @ 7:30 pm
Rachel,
Glad to hear your good news. Love your shows and everything you do. You are truly a beautiful person.
Hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Have a blessed New Year.
12.26.08 @ 8:59 pm
Rach,
You are in my prayers. Thank you for sharing such a personal thing as those of us who watch you do worry about you.
Have a blessed Christmas! Relax and enjoy.
12.26.08 @ 9:15 pm
Rach, a homemade recipe 1 teaspoon honey and some lemon juice morning noon and night. Also have on hand throat lozenges to soothe your throat. We’ll keep praying to avoid the surgery.
12.27.08 @ 1:24 pm
Rach,
Wishing you a successful and great recovery! Happy Holidays. We all love you!
With Love You,
Ana, Kat, Annabel, Jorge & our kitten, Gracie
Morales-Velazco Family
12.27.08 @ 9:30 pm
What FABULOUS news!!!! I am so very happy for you!!!
May you have the happiest and healthiest of New Years’! (and John and Isaboo too!)……can’t wait for the New Year of shows to start!
Love ya Rach!
12.28.08 @ 1:00 pm
Hi Rachael
Just had vocal cord surgery, I was just thinking of you glad to hear you are doing better.you are in my prayers. Love your show. Good luck
Maria
12.28.08 @ 4:35 pm
So happy to ehar that, Rachael! I am awaiting surgery myself (gall blader) and I can understand how nerve wrecking it can be.
So glad you can avoid unecessary surgery!
12.28.08 @ 4:38 pm
Hi Rachael !
Such great news - glad you are taking charge of your health issues - Wishing you and your family a very Blessed New Year. May the new year bring you a year of Dreams Realized.
Love and Light
Katie xo
12.28.08 @ 7:51 pm
Dear Rachel,
So glad to hear you will not go under the knife, and you will be able to enjoy all the christmas fair without pain.
Happy New Year to you and yours!!!
Love Always
Lisa….xxoo
12.29.08 @ 8:37 am
Hi Rachael,
Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year from Malaysia! You are simply amazing! Your sweet and wonderful smile lights up everything! Thanks for being such an inspiration … you make cooking look so easy! I love the way you ‘multitask’ and cook different delicious dishes at one time!
God bless you with good health and continued success in whatever you do!
Lots of love,
Pat
12.29.08 @ 9:26 am
Hi Rachael,
I was so very happy to hear that you were able to avoid throat surgery. What a wonderful blessing for this holiday season. I hope that you will continue to make wonderful progress with the therapy. The power of prayer does worki wonders. You have obviously been in many,many prayers. God Bless you and your family
12.29.08 @ 2:18 pm
Hi Rach!
Congrats on your throat thherapy/recovery. No one really likes others cutting into them… YIKES! I feel ike we could be related, cousins, somehow! All four (4) of my grandparents come from Italy. I believe my mother’s side came from northern Italy and my Dad’s family came from southern Italy and/or Scicily.
You do remind me of my late younger sister. The only difference is we ran to McDonald’s every Christmas eve when the folks made “Alya-oyi.” Not sure of the spelling but it is suppossed to mea ‘Garlic & Oil” and very similar to you signature dish… anchovies included!
It’s been a long time now since I’ve run from fish…LOL Problem is, I don’t run from many foods. I’ve been overweight since before I started school. I weighed over 250 lbs before I got out of high school and over 350 before graduating with my undergraduate degree.
My all time high adult weight was 400 lbs, around the age of 48 or so. I went to an inpatient treatment facility 20 years ago (starting weight 290 and got down to 230 or so in a year. I have been clean & sober for 20 years but my eating disorder is not in remission. Rather the Bulimia part of my eating disorder is, but NOT the compulsive overeating. Since diagnosed and medicated during treatment, I am faithfully fighting my depression. And Thank YOU for not always making alcohol drinks with your recipies! Many Foodnetwork hosts ALWAYS provide recipies and vivid preparations and tastings of their favorite drinks.
I do cook with wine and sherry (without tasting), cooking-off the alcohol. I did notice that you have human labs on your network show. I am interested in any help you give to me regarding my weightloss.
I am a gr8 cook and ALWAYS make my pizza dough from scratch (in my breadmaker) at least once each week. I can cook low-fat/healthy foods. I do have an aweful sweet tooth and eat sugar-free (Splenda) 80 % of the year!
I am willing to try ANYTHING! I’ve done it all; or at least all I could afford: stomach-stapling, liquid diet, rice diet, wacko California stars’ diets, South Beach, WW, even made-up a pot diet (after college) and tried countless others.
Please help me. I have spinalstenosis, terrible arthritus, high blood pressure, etc. I take 35 pills each day to be able to stay alive and keep me moving. HELP!
Respectfully,
Gloria
12.29.08 @ 3:54 pm
Hi Rachael,
I don’t get to watch your show very often unless I’m sick or have the day off from work, but I do enjoy it very much when I get to see it. My husband was telling about one of your shows when you were talking about your vocal disorder.
I’m 38 years old and was recently diagnosed with spasmodic disphonia. I’m not sure if that is your diagnosis or something similar. But it’s one of those things they don’t know what causes it and aren’t sure how to totally cure it either. I had my first botox treatment on October 1st of this year. Which was very interesting. The first week and a half you have great difficult swallowing liquids and then your voice gets “very” breathy. After that you have a good 2.5 months of normal voice. Which seems wonderful. I had gotten to the point where I was straigning greatly to speak and people could see it in your face. My specialist recommended voice therapy along with botox treatments, but I opted to try just the botox because of the cost for one thing plus we have to travel 1.5 to 2 hours to get to the voice therapist or specialist. Right now my voice is starting to spasm and i will need to schedule another botox treatment. It is hard to find the time because I am a working mom. But I love what I do. I’m a Town Clerk and Tax Collector for the Town of New Bremen in Northern New York. So I talk with people every day whether it’s on the phone or in person and it gets very frustrating at times when people ask you to repeat what you have said or ask you “do you have a cold”? or “your allergies are terrible today”! After a while you just go along with what they say cause you get tired of explaining what it really is and i don’t want anyone to take pitty on me either.
But I just wanted to wish you the best of luck with your voice therapy and surgery if you do go through with it. My prayers are with you.
This is something we have to live with for the rest of our lives, but I figure we’re women and we’re strong we can handle anything!!
God Bless and Best of Luck
Liz Jones
12.29.08 @ 4:12 pm
Hey Rach,
Glad to hear your news!
I am living in Tampa, but am from Clifton Park (a long time ago) and did my student teaching back in the middle ages in Glens Falls and Lake George High Schools.
Always reminds me of home to hear you talk about upstate, especially when you use phrases like “down cellar”–which I haven’t heard anybody say in–well, a long time!
Ever hear of a place called the Rustic Inn?
Best,
Bill.
12.29.08 @ 7:02 pm
Hi Rach
I went out and bought myself BOB I love it and You and wish you all the best in 09 Oh and by the way I am one of your biggest fans how many people do you know who put on their little black wrap dress and go to work as Rachael Ray for halloween I do inhome health care and being you just made their day
12.29.08 @ 7:58 pm
Great news Rach! I am so happy for you. The uncertainity I am sure was nerve wracking. Keep up the good work and again I love your show! Watching from warm Florida
12.29.08 @ 8:23 pm
Hi Rachael, My name is Brandon, I am one of your fans. I was wondering how you are doing. I like your show a lot.
Love Brandon
12.29.08 @ 9:41 pm
Hi Rach,
So since you really need to take some time off to get better, maybe you can help me out a bit… My family made a HUGE Pork Leg for Christmas Eve dinner and there are so many leftovers that I don’t know what to do with it. I don’t want to chuck it obviously but I want to wow them with something different. It did come out a bit dry so keep that in mind. If you can PLEASE help me solve this little dilema and help me show my family that this 22 year old mommy can make DRY left over pork AWESOME!!!
Lily
12.30.08 @ 12:30 am
Glad to hear that your surgery has been cancelled.
Wish you and yours a Happy New Year?
12.30.08 @ 12:32 am
Glad to hear that your surgery has been cancelled. Wish you and yours a Happy New Year. I’m looking forward to more terrific shows. Thank you.
12.30.08 @ 12:53 am
Rach,
I am glad to hear that you are doing well. You are the voice of the thirty minute meals. Keep doing what you do.
Much love
12.30.08 @ 1:18 am
Hey Girl Hey….
Just wanted to say I watch your show whenever I can…have been for years…love ALL your recipes..
I think you are the sweetest person…its relaxing to watch you…if you make a mistake you roll with the punches..that’s what makes you Rachel…
I prayed for you to be healed and/or to cover all bases I asked the Lord to give the Drs. wisdom and discernment…and he answered prayer..
GOD IS GOOD AND HE LOVES JOHN AND YOU..
GF you have to learn to RELAX…..cut back a bit and put your feet up…catch your breath…
I speak peace over you …love, joy, mercy..physical and financial blessings…you deserve it…..God Bless You…
12.30.08 @ 6:46 am
Wish you best of health from our hearts.
12.30.08 @ 12:31 pm
Hi Rachael -
I hope that all is well with your throat and that you get to feeling better soon. My husband, Tim, and I really love to watch you on 30 minute Meals. Tim is legally blind and sense finding your show, he has really gotten back into cooking again. Goes to show, you don’t have to see you cook. Like you always say…”Your nose knows” when things are done. I have also gotten interested in learning how to cook. Let me tell ya, I’m such a picky eater, that I really enjoy watching how you hide the veggies. YUMMO! Good-luck and God bless.
Tara Smith
Lewiston, Idaho
12.30.08 @ 3:22 pm
I just read this. So happy for you, Rachael.
By the way, I just have to say this. You commented on one of your shows that Giada was better looking than you. I don’t agree. You are much prettier than her and with a better personality to boot. I would much rather watch you and your cooking.
12.30.08 @ 3:56 pm
hey Rachael i love your show! I want to be just like you. Im your biggest fan!!!!!!!!!
12.30.08 @ 5:11 pm
I just signed on to your website. All the best in 2009.
Patty
East Elmhurst,NY
12.30.08 @ 6:34 pm
Heh Rachel,
We are all so happy for you.
I got the chance to meet you whem you were in Austin this month, and you were so sweet to me and to everyone there. It was so great to meet you.
My goal is to one day be on your show, not sure for what yet, but if you believe than you will.
Hugs and xxxxx from Austin
12.30.08 @ 9:07 pm
Hi Rach
I just read that you are not going to have surgery. So glad to hear the great news. I hate surgery. I have a book that I keep all my surgeries in so you know where I have been alot.My husband says that when I go to the hospital they just reach for a mug that has my name on it. HA HA !!! I lost count after 15 surgeries. I love your show and would like to see some heart healthy recipes and some lower carb recipes. I love to TIVO your show since I am not always able to see you at the time you come on. God Bless and stay healthy. Give your family a BIG TEXAS HOWDY from a MINNESOTA transplant.
12.30.08 @ 10:33 pm
Hi Rachael
I am very glad all is going well I have had you in my prayers. I just love your shows they can always make me smile no matter what is going on. You are a wonderful, beauitful person inside and out and you have a god given talent to bless people.So from one of your biggest fans Thank You. I was upset when I watched the show about you and they had that Rachael ray sucks .com I think the problem is those people could smile a little more…lol Life is to short to be so sour. May you and your family have a blessed New Year Take Care.
Daphne Salmons
12.31.08 @ 1:38 am
Hi Rach!!
Hope you are doing well!! We love everything you have to offer!! Especially your recipes that are very economical!
Canada loves you too - so you really should extend some of your special deals to us as well. I have personally bought and set up 4 young women on your experess plan and think they would love any recommmendations you have to offer.
Love you Rachael!!
Myra Lewis
Toronto, Canada
12.31.08 @ 8:41 am
Rachel,
That is great news!!! Hope you have a great & Happy New Years!!!! Hope to meet you soon!!!
;0)
12.31.08 @ 9:30 am
Hi. I am so glad you are better and may not need the surgery. Have a blessed new year!
12.31.08 @ 11:20 am
Hi Rachel! I know i’m just 11, but you are my IDOL!! And when I heard about your thraot surgery the first thing I wanted to do was maybe comforte you a little,but seeing all these comments you are probably the most comforble person having this surgery! Well, I know your celebrety, but maybe you could write me and my mom back at my mom’s email witch i think will be at the top when you read this. thanks for reading rachel!!
12.31.08 @ 11:46 am
Dear Rach.. I have been watching your show whenever i get the chance. I am very impressed with the show, and have bought many pots and pans and cook books. I was quite concerned when i heard you had throat cancer. I am a paramedic…Any way… i am very thankful that you may not need the surgery.
Blessings to you and John in the New Year
Bob
12.31.08 @ 12:14 pm
Rachel, We are so happy to hear that you are getting better. We will cont. praying for-no surgery. Keep up the fabulous job. You are very talented. My one daughter loves watching you and you inspire her. When she grows up she wants to be a chef. Thanks for having a good, clean, and family safe show.
A truly grateful mom,
kristi
12.31.08 @ 12:16 pm
Hello Rachel,
I have been watching you from the beginning. I just love you. You are the best cook, with the best ideas. You have saved me so much time and given me so many good ideas. I am so glad you are doing better. I hope you don’t have to have surgery. God Bless you, and have a Happy and Blessed new year
12.31.08 @ 1:02 pm
thats so great to hear. my brother will be so glad that your voice wont be changing. he’s 24 and is absolutly in love with you and your voice, its funny he can hear you from another room and he will come running!! merry christmas and happy new year! no one can change rachael ray!!!!
hugs and love
best wishes
Jenna powell
Houston, Texas
12.31.08 @ 7:14 pm
I am so glad to hear that you won’t be having the surgery . My family and I love you and you recipes we try to experence a new one each week . Stay well and remembre you are loved every where.
Love ,
Malinda , Morgan ,Buddy and Casey (our Dog)
Elizabeth City North Carolina
12.31.08 @ 7:52 pm
Hi Rachel,
I hope you do have time to read these in your busy schedule. I just wanted to wish you a Happy New Year and speedy recovery to your surgery. I loved your Christmas edition magazine and used it well for the season. As much as I am in love with your voice, your health is priority, so please do whatever you gotta do to continue to grace us with your presence on daytime television. You are the most beautiful chef in the world and thanks for all you do. God bless you and your family!
Andres in Sioux City,Iowa
12.31.08 @ 8:30 pm
Hey Rachel,
What a Blessing! As a busy, working, single Mom with 3 boys and all their friends, my life gets very hectic. Coming home after a hard day of work, trying to make ends meet, watching your show helps me not only to unwind but save time and money while feeding everyone.
I’ve been blessed to have a 2nd chance at life, I’m in recovery from an addiction to pain meds (9yrs), but with my sons and boys appetites, you know just what a Mom needs to have and cook in limited budget times and busy times.
I’m very Grateful to you for all your hard work and dedication to your craft. And you are just relaxing to watch in stressful financial times. Your travel shows are awesome as well!!
You will continue to be in my Gratitude Prayers Always! Be Blessed!!
Suzanne McFalls
Abingdon, Maryland
12.31.08 @ 10:54 pm
Hi Rach! Just seen that you didn’t have the surgery. Glad you were able to enjoy the holidays. LOVE your show…my kids laugh at me because I stop whatever I am doing to watch it. I tell them one day I will be there in person. Happy New Year to you and John!!!
01.01.09 @ 1:07 am
hi rachel, how are you? eversince i saw you on the lifestyle channel here, ive been a big fan of yours because of your bubbly personality. and in case you didnt know, a lot of people here in the philippines admire you! we wish you more success and blessings. hope you’re throat gets better so we can see you more on tv. happy new year!
01.01.09 @ 12:45 pm
Glad to hear that surgery can wait. Keep up the exercises! Happy New Year and I love to watch your shows!
01.01.09 @ 2:08 pm
Good luck miss ray love ya
01.01.09 @ 2:26 pm
Hi Rach,
So sorry to hear about your recent traumas. I wish you well for 2009. Keep up the fantastic work. I really look forward to yor shows even though here in England on Diva channel the episodes are a few months behind! I try and catch up when I have my annual holiday to Disneyworld in Florida and I can watch you in between theme parks and read Everyday.
Take good care,
All best wishes from Lesley - Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, England.
01.01.09 @ 4:13 pm
Hi Rachel
My daughter and I prayed that you wouldn’t have to have surgery and had other options to treat your throat. We are happy for you. Now, we hope that our other prayer will be answered and see out here in Palm Springs, CA. one day
May your New Year be prosperous and filled with blessings.
01.01.09 @ 4:43 pm
Hey Rach, glad things are going good for the throat.can’t wiat till the new show starts. have a great New Year. always a fan Kathy
01.01.09 @ 4:58 pm
Rachael, great news. Happy New Year. Love your shows, and mags/books etc. Say Hi to John and Isaboo. My Hubby is a “John” too. My dogs are Maggie and Harvey. Sherry in Montana
01.01.09 @ 8:48 pm
Hi Rach,
Glad to hear your good news. I believe that all you have gone through can benefit others. Perhaps you can have a specialist on your show so it can help and challenge others to properly care for their vocal folds.
Take care and Happy New Year.
Mary Lee
Virginia Beach
01.01.09 @ 9:29 pm
Rachel, this is the most amazing news. I am very happy for you. I have been thinking about you and the surgery ever since the show when you announced you would need it. I hope that things continue to improve and can’t wait to see you in 2009. I am even more exited because I got a subscription to your magazine for Christmas! Take care, and God Bless to you and your family for a happy healthy 2009, and lots more YUMMO food!!!!!!!!!!!
01.01.09 @ 9:31 pm
Hey Racheal, I’m so happy for you, I know that must have scared you, Love you and your show. Good Luck and God bless for the new year..luci
01.01.09 @ 11:17 pm
HOPE ALL IS WELL. I DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT YOUR THROAT AND HOPE YOU DON’T HAVE TO HAVE SURGERY. KEEP EVERY ONE POSTED. GOD BLESS AND WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS.
JOSHUA BIG FAN WILLIS
01.02.09 @ 1:09 pm
Rachael, I hope all is well with your throat and that you will recover quickly. You are an amazing woman and I love watching your show. Your fan from Canada.
Heather
01.02.09 @ 3:42 pm
((((Rach)))). My hubby, Ron, and I absolutely love your show and watch it every day. (and when we aren’t home, we TIVO it) I am so very glad you are able to avoid surgery. We love hearing your stories about Isaboo. We are adopted by 3 big girls…Meeko, Lab mix, Zena, Rottie and Shiloh, Rottie Dobie mix. Even they watch your show with us
Anyway, we hope you have an outstanding New Year and look forward to your new shows. We love you, Rach. Oh, BTW, Ron got me a set of your cookware for Christmas. Yiipppeeee!
Deb & Ron
Vacaville, CA
01.02.09 @ 4:33 pm
Hey Rachael
I really love your show and i whatch it everyday I love all your tips about food and seeing who the guest star is going to be. I really hope that your throat gets better.
Your biggest fan in the whole world
-Kaylee
01.02.09 @ 5:09 pm
Hey Rachael!!
I am so glad it went well!! I love that your name is spelled like mine!! I am 13. I hate it when people spell my name the wrong way. Don’t you? Anyways it would be really, really cool if we could meet sometime!! Praying 4 u,
Rachael
01.02.09 @ 8:27 pm
Hi Rachael, I’m a big fan and love watching your show. Your a huge influence on so many and my prayers are with you. Hope you have a great new year and all the best for 09!
01.02.09 @ 9:50 pm
i jst want to say that it is so much fun to watch your show. Just want to say that its great that your doing better. Its fun because we have the same name and I do cooking to. Hope that you have a great day!!!!!!!
01.03.09 @ 11:12 am
Hi Rachael!
Such good news about your throat! I’m glad the therapy is helping, and hope you can avoid surgery.
God Bless you, John, and Isaboo! Hope you had a wonderful holiday and I wish all good things for you
and your family in the New Year!
01.03.09 @ 11:47 am
Hi Rachael,
I am just a kid and I love your show. I have been cooking since I was 8 years old (which was last year.)I love learning new recipes from you. I’ve been saying that you are my roll modle and I’m going to grow up to be just like you.I want to start a kids cooking show while I am not as grown up as you.I will keep on working, or should I say cooking. I’ll keep my hopes up and keep dreaming to be just like you.;)
01.03.09 @ 1:41 pm
Great news that I had read on your throat…hope I get good news in January when I go to the doctor…I have 4 cysts on my throat…wishing you and your family a Happy & Healthy 2009…just love your show!
01.03.09 @ 4:10 pm
All the prayers were answered for you about your surgery. God is good. I try not to miss any of your shows. I pray for you and yours for the coming new year.
01.03.09 @ 5:15 pm
Happy New Year to you and yours. My 82 year-old dad, Mario, family chef and big fan of your giggle will be very happy to hear that you’re doing well! He made your shepherd’s pie recipe last month andwe all loved it. Thanks and take care.
01.03.09 @ 8:21 pm
I love your shows. So thankful your throat is better. I’ve been worried about you.
I got in on your TV show 1/2/09 when you made the angel hair pasta (in the sauce) and then covered it with Romano cheese - gosh it looked good and I love pasta. I have a huge bag of Romano cheese and don’t really know how to use it. Hopefully you can remember the recipe I’m talking about. I watch your shows every time I can and I am 73 years old and still cooking. I love the simple part.
Thanks Rachael and “stay well”.
01.04.09 @ 8:56 am
Dear Rachael,
I was very glad to hear your good news! Hope your holidays were good.
Just wanted to say, I love your daytime show, whenever I’m home I watch it faithfully. Also, I get your magazine, have since it first came out, thanks for the MANY useful hints and info!!!
Happy New Year, Rachael. Take care.
01.04.09 @ 1:15 pm
Dearest Rach,
I wanted to thank you for donating all that dog food to the facility in North Carolina!
I am sure that other states are as over loaded as we are with rescued dogs. North Carolina in particular is backed up with dogs just waiting to get into a sheltered facility. The need here and around the US is tremendous.
It is Soooo nice to see that with all the things you have going on in your life you still have time to show us what a kind and generous person you are.
Thanks for being you and don’t let them change you too much in Celebville!
Much Love,
CC from NC
01.04.09 @ 8:07 pm
Hi Rach, So very happy all is well with your throat can’t wait to see your new show’s. I just think you are the best thing since pasta. Lots of Love a great fan. Shirley
01.05.09 @ 10:54 am
Rachel, I love your show and I think you’re totally gorgeous. Such a sweet smile and you’re a wonderful host. Keep up the good work!
01.05.09 @ 1:58 pm
Rach, my 5yr old daugther Caitlyn loves to cook (and bake - her favorite cake is Red Velvet!). So for Christmas this year her godmother gave her your “Cooking Rocks” cookbook. Its one of her favorite books ever. Her twin sister Alyssa has now decided that if her sister is going to be the head chef, then she is going to be the sous chef! So now I’ve got plenty of help in the kitchen! Last night, we cooked our first dinner from the cookbook and it was fabulous and super easy!! Caitlyn (the head chef) picked out your “pasta and trees” recipe. the two of them worked together and made a fabulous meal (with mommy’s help of course). Well, I just wanted to let you know that my girls love your show and now they love your cookbooks too! Thanks for a great cookbook for kids! Hope you have a wonderful 2009!
01.05.09 @ 5:48 pm
God Bless you and I will pray for you.
Love Flea
01.05.09 @ 5:56 pm
So glad you don’t need surgery, hope you had a great Holiday, love your magazine and show too. Any recipes for the little kitty fans?
01.05.09 @ 6:21 pm
Rachael : What good news! I love the way your voice sounds just as it is, and as long as there are no serious difficulties (and it seems the doctor doesn’t think there are) then it’s great that you need no surgery. So pleased. Anything to avoid surgery is a good thing in my book!
Keep up the fun on the show and thanks for all the helpful hints!
01.05.09 @ 10:42 pm
hi Rachael,
and it sucks that the show is now on at 9:00 am in New zealand every weekday cause i can only watch you in the holidays it’s the holidays now 
i love when you have the animals on your show. from new zealand fan!!.
im a 13 year old fan from New zealand and i love your show its awesome! but it’s a shame we get the episodes way after theyve first viewed in the US
01.05.09 @ 10:43 pm
p.s dont change your voice its cool!
01.06.09 @ 1:32 am
Hey Rachael,
I am so glad. I love your voice and was not looking forward to the change. I know the theropy will change it a little, sure. But I do enjoy your sound. It is one of a kind.
01.06.09 @ 10:41 am
Rachael -
I am glad to hear that you are on the road to recovery. Best wishes to you and those wonderful
recipes you always come up with. Take Care !!!
01.06.09 @ 10:44 am
Rachel,
This is my first time on your blog. I am retired and try to watch your show everyday. I really enjoy your cooking ideas and easy meals. I also enjoy it when you have the animals on your show. I rescue feral cats but love all animals. Here’s wishing you a very happy, healthy, blessed and prosperous 2009.
So happy about your not having to have surgery.
Love & Light…
Linda - Tampa, FL
01.06.09 @ 12:19 pm
I JUST LOVE YOU AND YOUR SHOW CAN YOU MAKE TAMALES FOE ME I NEED HELP HOPE YOU CAN HELP ME PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU CAN DO THIS SO I CAN WATCH THE SHOW THAT DAY THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH.
01.06.09 @ 2:35 pm
Rachael, God is the best guide we have within our lives, without his guide we are no one but when we put Him 1st then US the path is much easier to recorded it!
God Bless You and all who r in need of “spiritual” guideness.
Best of all to recover soon!
Ps,
Recent viewer AND AWESOME SHOW!
01.06.09 @ 3:23 pm
Just wanted to say I absolutley love all your shows and you give me so many ideas. I am also very glad to hear that your throat is much better. I wish you all the best for the coming year and keep those ideas coming. God Bless
01.06.09 @ 8:59 pm
I am glad that you do not need an Operation. I watch your show every day. You always seem to know what the viewers are thinking.
01.06.09 @ 10:43 pm
Rachel, this is wonderful news about your throat! You are a bright pot in my otherwise pretty dreary days, well you and my Pitbull Macy.. so I LOVE hearing stories about you and your dog!
Im actually able to watch you now everyday since i was diagnosed with MS and am unable to work now.. I love watching you and when I have tried your recipes I was even impressed!! I was like, “did that come from MY kitchen??”
any way Rachel, Good Health and a happy new year to you!.. Lynn & Macy
01.07.09 @ 9:46 am
Hey Rach,glad to hear you might not have to have surgery.I have been watching your show from the beginning.My husband passed away 2 years ago following a long illness.He watched your show everyday on the food channel.He really loved your show.Well i remarried 5 months ago and guess what.My new husband loves your shoe too.He watches you every morning.Thanks you even get men trying your reciepes.You must be doing something right.Keep up the good work. carol
01.07.09 @ 2:14 pm
You have been an inspiration to many people, your courage and personality make each day you are on TV a little brighter.
Do you have any recommendations on voice therapy. I am very interested in avoiding surgery on my throat.
I would really appreciate your suggestions.
01.07.09 @ 3:24 pm
We ENJOY your show and have been hoping and praying for your BEST concerning your throat. BIG STUFF!
Hoorah for the doctor’s good work.. that voice and
spirit needs to fill the air waves!!!! We wish
you our LOVE … all GOOD to you. Paula
and Jim
01.07.09 @ 3:36 pm
You show a easy dessert on TV using either cresent rolls or pie crust, choc. and nuts. I’ve look everywhere I can think of to find this. Please reply if possible. This was on over the Christmas Holiday. Thanks
01.07.09 @ 4:52 pm
hey im really clad you wont have to get that surgery!!! yeah my step-mom is one of your biggest fans i wondered if you can make her wish come true!!! she always has wanted to go to your show. please help her dream come true. im 11 but i really enjoy your show!!! my ste-mom lives in dallas texas and she really makes me happy. she is like my mom so please help her dream come true.
PLEASE AND THANK YOU!!!
01.07.09 @ 5:32 pm
Rachael Ray this is Louis your fan too and I just want to say that you are always Strong Women to me and you are the Queen of the Kitchen Always you the best. Keep up the good Work that you do don’t lit anything stop you God will always Bliss you because you are a hard working Women You Go Girl you Rock my World. See Later Rachael Ray.
01.07.09 @ 6:11 pm
Dear Rachael, I want you to know you make my 90 yr. old client’s day each time she watches your show. She relates you to “That Girl”aka: Marlo Thomas which if course is a huge compliment! We love you and hope you feel better soon. Thank God you didn’t have to have surgery!
01.07.09 @ 7:08 pm
Hi Rachael,
I am basically from Indian and now in AZ … I watch your show every day and enjoy the way you cook and the way you talk to your food !!
Its gr8 to know that you like Indian Food
and like you I love pets too !!
All the best n have a gr8 2009!!
01.08.09 @ 7:29 am
Rachael, i’m so happy for your good news. I loove you so much. I wish you health for all your life. God bless you and your family, see ya!
01.08.09 @ 10:09 am
In 1974, I also had nodules on my vocal cords due to misusing my voice while I was teaching. I went for voice therapy for a year to relearn how to breathe while I was talking. It worked wonders. My voice went back to normaland I didn’t need surgery. I hope you have the same success that I did.
01.08.09 @ 10:23 am
Dear Rachel,
I am so happy you are not having surgery on your vocal nodules. I too, am a Speech-Language Pathologist and have for a long time thought you had a voice disorder. The surgery could have left scar tissue on your vocal folds that would have weighed them down causing you to have a deeper voice and requiring you to use more breath support to get them to vibrate while you are speaking. When people use more breath, they typically raise their volume when the speak. Therefore, you would have gone through surgery for nothing because chances are the nodules would have come back.
You really need to have good vocal hygiene habits incorporated into the breathing and vocal exercises as well. I notice you are not drinking water during your show! That is a NO, NO!!! You need to be hydrating, especially with the amount of talking that you do during that hour. You really need to have long periods of vocal rest also, that means NO talking ( use note pads and texts to communicate). No hot teas, they increase blood flow and swelling to your vocal folds. If you must drink decaf or herbal teas at luke warm temperatures! No caffeine and limit sugar too!!!
I wish you well with your voice therapy. You really have to be deligent with all the exercises, they do work, but not without your effort!!!
Meghan B
01.08.09 @ 10:35 am
Dear Rachael,
In 2001 my ENT noticed a small bump on my left vocal fold. Over time, bump enlarged and was eventually named a pseudo-cyst. As a classically trained singer, it was incredibly frustrating because I was cronically losing my voice. I too hooked up with an amazing medical team here in NYC (a laryngolosit who specializes in vocal disorders and surgery and a speech therapist who also has a masters in vocal perfomance). After 6 months of vocal therapy the pseudo-cyst was still intact and the same size. My doctor explained to me that it would most likely never drain.
In September of 2008, I had the surgery. After 1 week of absolute vocal rest, and 6 weeks of careful speaking and post-op voice therapy, I am better than ever! Not only is my left vocal fold back to normal, but the reactive lesion that had formed on the opposite side is going away on its own.
I watch your show on a regular basis and I feel so much empathy for you. While I don’t know the particulars of your case, and I’m obviously not a doctor, it seems like what your going is so similar to my previous situation. I truly hope that your stint in therapy is successful. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for you. But, if in the end you need to go through with they surgery please keep faith. Choosing to have vocal surgery was one of my most difficult life decisions and now that it’s over I couldn’t be more satisfied with the results.
Good luck!
-Caroline, New York City
01.08.09 @ 11:03 am
Rach, glad to hear you don’t need the surgery.Six years ago I had the same problem, Some days I would be fine and some days I could hardly talk. I tried medicines and therapy, which helped off and on. After 5 years of this I finally had to have the surgery. I was told I would talk better or not talk at all, and believe me I was really scared. The surgery went fine and there was no knife involved. I wasn’t allowed to talk for a week, just used pen and paper. When I went for my checkup and was allowed to say a few words I couldn’t believe how I sounded. I just cried I was so happy. Hope the best for you.
My prayers are with you. From a Fan.
01.08.09 @ 1:02 pm
Hi Rachel,
I am glad to hear you are going the vocal therapy route.
I can relate….when I was studying at the Conservatory at Webster Univ. they thought I might have nodules. Ugh. Turns out I had an ulcer on my vocal fold. Anyway….The training I received there and extra help was phenominal!! You’re right it’s not just the way we speak but our posture, movement and how we BREATHE!! That is HUGE!!
I know you have the best of the best helping you, but I thought I’d share too. I used a lot of Alexander technique for posture and releasing and Kristin Linklater “Freeing the Natural Voice” as well as a vocal workout my professor designed. (I still use this)
Also, tai chi helped my posture huge.
Just for fun you might check out a neat website about breath.
http://www.doasone.com
Much love and continued blessings!!
~Sam :o)
01.08.09 @ 1:18 pm
Rachael, I was diagnosed with Throat Cancer (Stage 4A)a year ago and completed treatments March 08. I’m 47 never smoked or used tobacco products. Watch for signs of depression as a side effect. Good Luck with your journey and set aside time for yourself, you will need it.
01.08.09 @ 1:22 pm
Hey Rach,I pray that everything goes good,I love your shows.I got my mama your BOB book for christmas and there are some recp.we are for sure gonna try:)We love ya,Kim and Jean
01.08.09 @ 2:18 pm
hey rachel i am 21 year old from michigan. i thought that i would share with you that i had pollups on my vocal chords and had them removed. it is a laser surgery and is out patient. i used to loose my voice all the time, so i finally went to ENT. i am server at olive garden and my tables would always say how much they loved my voice, how sexy it was and how i sounded just like you! lol i just wanted to let you know my voice is now amazing and now i havent lost my voice since. the surgery was really simple and not too much pain. after the surgery you can not talk for a day that is all.. good luck!
01.08.09 @ 2:22 pm
Rach,
I just wanted to let you that your voice is sounding better already. I never thought you sound bad to start, but glad that you didn’t have to have a doctor with a knife near your neck.
01.08.09 @ 2:47 pm
Hi Rachael ~ Thank you for the update on your health on today’s airshow- I am so happy you are taking charge of your health by making smart lifestyle changes — which beats going under the knife any ole time! Although lifestyle changes can be a bit challenging — you will be a much happier and healthier person as a result of it. Stay focused and continue to manifest brilliance and you will! And our thoughts and letters and concerns are the least we can do to say thank you for all you do for us! I am proud of you Rachael and it is never too late to change your life. God Bless and may all your dreams be realized.
Love you
01.08.09 @ 3:33 pm
Watched your show today. So glad to hear you are going to try and avoid surgery. From what you said, I think you would greatly benefit from a wholistic approach to therapy. Please visit http://www.posturalrestoration.com and read about this technique. I am an Occupational Therapist who practices this philosophy in MN and am absolutely amazed at the results we get. Please take care and good luck with your therapy.
01.08.09 @ 3:51 pm
hey rach,
im so glad about the surgery.Best wishes!
i am 12 and i live in nz. i LOVE your shows.i try to watch them all!!
best wishes for the happy new year
and the surgery
lots of love
Satya
01.08.09 @ 4:11 pm
ps. this morning i watched the episode where you got
“squished”. i wanted to know how long ago the episode was shown in the united states?!?!?!
xoxoxoxo
your nz fan
satya
01.08.09 @ 4:13 pm
when i mean “squished” i mean for the breast cancer mobile van thing.
01.08.09 @ 4:53 pm
Rach I have had 2 surgerys on my throat I had ythe same thing right on my vocal cord surgery was easy but couldnt talk for 2 weeks after. it has been about 6 years sence my last surgery and no problem dont waste money on the weekly dr go get it out ya dont choke on food any more or start coughing for no reason. good luck
01.08.09 @ 5:17 pm
My prayers are with you…..I would love to see a program dedicated to healthy throat remidiees and special herbs for colds. love and peace always
01.08.09 @ 10:44 pm
Dear Rach
Very glad to hear your good news about avoiding throat surgery. Good to avoid it if possible and develop good habits. So happy for you. Wishing you the very best always.
It will be hard to change old habits and sometimes aggrevating but worth it. I think of Julie Andrews who had the best vocal habits but whose voice was changed after surgery. So in a way the fact that you can work on better vocal habits to get your voice better without surgery is very good news for you indeed. Either way nothing could change my being a fan of both of you.
I have long wondered however, why noone close to you was suggesting vocal therapy for you (long before any buzz) and breathing exercises (including _no mouth breathing_) and your overall good vocal health especially for the kind of job you have and your particular habits (I do not mean anything bad by that statement). Its just that you have so many people that care about you, that you meet, ect. and as you said you can’t remember ever sounding any different, that I find it sad that it went on so long for you without anyone mentioning these things as possibilities for your health and well being. Even sadder and scarier for us normal folks ie non celebs not in the spotlight, that it went so long for you unmentioned. I think it is great that you put it on the show, not because of the gossips, but so the normal person is now more aware.
Thank you, good luck, keep up the good work (I have watched your differnt shows from the beginning.)
01.09.09 @ 1:13 am
Hi Rachel! I am very glad to hear that you will be able to avoid having vocal surgery.
I experienced nodes on my vocal cords when I went through a period of high stress. I was crying a lot and this made me lose my entire upper range ( I am a singer). Through vocal therapy from the best, my nodes went away and I regained my full range. I had to relearn how to speak at my normal range, with good posture.
If you could vsualize: the vocal cords are like elastic bands that vibrate and ripple closely together as air passes to create speech; they don’t touch, though. When we speak gutterly, go “uhm, uhm” to clear our voices, laugh in a way which is “rough” we are basically banging and rubbing these bands together….. they don’t like that friction and because of this friction, for which they were not meant to withstand, they get inflamed and build “calouses” or nodes, which make it harder to speak at all.
I had to “yawn-sigh” and learn to speak with more air passing through the bands, so they wouldn’t get as close together as in usual speech, thereby reducing any friction or threat thereof. In this way, the nodes had no reason to remain…. it’s kind of like someone who plays the guitar… the person’s fingertips build up calouses to deal with the constant friction and pressure on them…. no more guitar playing, no more calouses.
I am a Registered Nurse and a Health Teacher. I hope this info helps you. Enrica
01.09.09 @ 4:27 am
Hey Rach - That is SO awesome that you are doing alternative therapy rather than surgery!
BREATHE DEEP — STAND TALL– AND MANIFEST HEALING !!
You will make it happen - you can make anything happen!!
Love and Light
Meri
01.09.09 @ 12:24 pm
Hi Rachel,
I love watching your show and want to tell you that I too have something similar to what you are going through with your throat. I was told that I needed to stop talking for about seven to ten weeks. I am a police officer and that could not happen. Until my nodules in my throat build up callouses, they will not do surgery. They say if they do surgery there is very limited chance I will feel better, it could get worse. I have been through the vocal therapy too. Its hard work but keep working at it because it does pay off in the end. Remember to listen to everything the speech therapist says and follow her advice because they really do know what they are talking about. I am a product of not listening to my therapist, I gave up with the speech classes, because it didn’t fit my lifestyle. Every day I pay because I can barely talk because my throat is so sore. Best wishes to you and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
01.09.09 @ 12:58 pm
Hi Rachel,
I am a Speech Therapist and I used to feel that your voice seemed hoarse and breathy. So I decided to check your website and I did find out that I was right. Well, I am sending some preventive tips ..and while you do your show, please please wear an amplifier so you do not have to strain your voice. It has a head band and you will look stylish.
Some good preventive practices include:
….wear an amplifier with a mic to speak softly
—-sip water every 15 minutes of taking.
* Properly using the voice to eliminate strain
* Avoiding screaming and loud talking
* Speaking in a normal range that is comfortable
* Not whispering or speaking at a higher or lower pitch than is natural.
- Do abdominal breathing and not chest breathing.
* Releasing neck tension by gently tipping the head forward and to each side while keeping the shoulders down.
Check with your doctor and get some Voice therapy. I bet it will prevent surgery if you are consistent. Pls do not neglect it. pls consult a voice therapist, even if your doctor may not recommend.
Regards,
Puja
01.09.09 @ 5:39 pm
Hi Rach!
Glad to hear about not having surgery. It’s always better to go the non-invasive route first; any type of surgery can cause scar tissue which could cause problems later. Although I don’t know your entire situation, I’m wondering if you’ve looked into massage therapy or if your doctor has mentioned it as a possibility in addition to the therapy you’re already doing. Sometimes sore throats, hoarseness and swallowing problems can be caused by trigger points in the muscles inside your mouth and neck (hyoglossus, constrictor pharynges, digastric, sternocleidomastoid and medial pterygoids). If you decided to add this to your therapy, make sure that the massage therapist has training in myofascial/trigger point release. Massage work like this can be painful, but the results can be amazing. Good luck! Have a happy and healthy New Year.
01.09.09 @ 7:52 pm
My daughter and I have been watching your show from the beginning.Actually when you were on the food network. We noticed your voice changed but we just found out about your surgery.We wish you well. Your show is great and we enjoy watching you. Keep up the good work..
01.09.09 @ 11:00 pm
Hi Rachael ,
I’m glad to hear you are going to be ok without surgery. My thoughts are with you and wish you well. I love cooking for my family and love watching you cook each morning . Thanks for brighting our mornings. Happy new year to you and your family .
01.09.09 @ 11:21 pm
I am so glad to hear that you are NOT going to need surgery! I would not at all be surprised to find that your vocal therapist is using Estill Techniques and compulsory figures with you. If not, (and again, I would be very surprised), you should look into it. It is a technique used by many Broadway stars and recording artists, but is only now starting to get the recognition it deserves. It is a more scientific approach to vocal health and teaches YOU how YOUR voice works as opposed to the old learn-by-imitation-sound-like-this-not-that-there-is-only-one-way-to-sound/sing school of thought. I have seen the results of Estill training, both for singers AND speakers, and know this will bring you to vocal health - WITHOUT SURGERY - and give you healthy vocal choices. I believe there is info on Facebook. Or go to Trainmyvoice.com, or search Jo Estill. Thanks for listening or, I guess, reading, and hope this helps. Best wishes for continued success, AND full vocal health in the new year. Love your show! CIAO (or should that be CHOW!) a fan - Joe (near) Pittsburgh, PA
01.10.09 @ 11:05 am
I had not read anything that you did not have to have surgery as I have not kept with news before and after Christmas, but I have been praying that things were going well. Looks like God has answered prayers.
Sherrill Pennell
01.10.09 @ 11:13 am
Hi, Rachael,
I am so happy you did not need surgery on your throat for vocal nodules. I am a Speech and Language Pathologist and known voice therapy can really help with nodules. Your therapy routine will get you sounding great and your nodule will go away. Before you know it you will automatically be speaking in your new vocal range. I am so happy for the good news.
I have allergies to chicken, corn, eggs, yogurt, and blue cheese. Many of these items are frequently found in gourmet recipes. I love to cook but I need to learn to modify recipes so I can try new delicious recipes. I am always looking for assistance with finding substitutes for the items I am allergic too.
I really like your show. You are always so bubbly and full of energy. I wish to thank you for all your generous charities. You are a great example to humankind. It is so wonderful to see someone with all your talents and connections to be so humble and generous to mankind and animals.
Your show is interesting because you have so much variety on it. I really enjoy your cooking and fashion sections. I like the way you try to help us average Americans find nice clothes and cook delicious economical meals. Every recipe I have tried has been outstanding. I enjoy the makeup hints, too. I recently fell and have a large curved scar above my left eye. It is healing beautifully but unsure how bad it will scar. Do any of your artists have any product or idea to reduce the appearance of a scar? In addition, I enjoy all the great stars that come on your show. You make them look so relaxed. I seem to really get to know what these stars are like.
Keep up the Great Work Rachael. You have been Blessed.
MaryAnne
01.10.09 @ 12:29 pm
Rachael ,
I’m just now catching up after a very busy year . I prayed that you would not have to have surgery and well no need to say more , right ?
Our Very Best Wishes for you and your family for the new year . It should be interesting .
01.10.09 @ 2:46 pm
Hi Rachael,
I am so glad to hear that you will not have to have surgery.
You are in my thoughts and prayers that the therapy works for you.
Love and prayrs,
Arynne (Erin)
01.10.09 @ 4:33 pm
Hi Rachael, Thanks for sharing your personal information with us. It has helped me to deal with my own voice loss. About three weeks ago I lost my voice, at first the doctor said it was sinus,after 2 weeks of threatment and there was no change I went to an ENT who then scoped my throat and said that one of my vocal cords was not working, now I am getting tests done as I am sure you did and I’m starting to be afraid of the results. I also saw a speech therapist. I am now just waiting for some answers. Glad to hear your doing well hopefully I will get some answers soon.
01.10.09 @ 5:30 pm
I am glad you are getting better!!! Woo-hoo!!! No surgery.
01.11.09 @ 1:45 am
Hello, Rachael,
Miracles happen everyday and this one is very special!! We are so thankful that you will not be having surgery at this time and pray that the therapy will be a permanent cure.
Whatever your voice, you are a beautiful young lady that has opened the hearts of your tv audience and brought us into your world. I DVR every show and watch your website on a regular basis in order to soak in all of the wonderfu information you and your guests supply.
Take care of yourself - (I know your daily schedule is beyond measure) - so that we are able to continue having you in our homes and gaining new fun and creative facts everyday.
Here’s hoping to be in New York someday to see your show in person. Until then……. have a very prosperous and Happy New Year to you and John and your extended family.
Judy from Texas
01.11.09 @ 6:54 pm
Hi Rachael, I thought I would share with you that you were mentioned in my devotional readings this week. The reading was dealing with the parable about the loaves and fishes. The writer said that even Rachael Ray would have been intimidated by the thought of feeding the multitude with just a few loaves and fishes. You not only are in the dictionary now but in devotionals!
What a blessing you have been in my life! I hope and pray your throat continues to be a minor tings. Many, many blessings! Brenda Batchelor
01.12.09 @ 1:13 pm
Dear Reachel,I have a daughter who just loves you!!
She has a day care and loves to cook, of course only from your cook books! Lisa (my daughter) keeps your cook books on the counter and uses them everyday. This sun before church she was making coffee went into the front room only to return to the kitchen to find her coffee pot had broken and all 10 cups of coffee went everywhere on her counter, of course this ruined her cook books. She called me crying. You encouraged her to cook and for that I thank you very mush. I too pray that your throat keeps getting better. Pam from Kansas
01.12.09 @ 1:30 pm
Oops! That last word in the next to last line in my posting 1/11/09 should read “thing.” Brenda Batchelor
01.12.09 @ 6:26 pm
dear racheal….all i can say is that you have been an insperation in my life…you helped me through my addiction….4 years clean now thanks to watching you….i can now say i can ill be there for you in my prayers….racheal,you have been everthing to me….i am your biggest fan…love you lots
01.12.09 @ 9:57 pm
Dear Rachael, Glad to hear all is well with your throat. Take it easy with that voice. I also wanted to take this opportunity to tell you how much my family and I enjoy watching all of your shows. My 9 year old always makes sure to let me know when 30 minute meals is on. I have made a few of your recipes and we love them. My husband and I were watching the E True Hollywood Story about you this evening, and someone was on there talking about the I hate Rachael Ray website. I can’t understand people like that. It got me so upset, I wanted to write you and tell you how much we enjoy watching your energy. You always have a smile on your face. This is not something I ever do, and I’m sure you get so many of these that you don’t ever read them all, but I feel better knowing that I put this on here. I just think that people could use the energy it takes to hate to do something positive with their life. I have so many thoughts running through my head right now about those people, that I just can’t seem to put down exactly how I feel. I know that we live in a country w/ free speech, and believe my I am glad that we do, but I just think that if we could love each other instead of hating, the world would be a better place. Corny, I know, but I don’t care. Thank you for your time and best of luck in the New Year. Stacy from Indiana.
01.13.09 @ 9:32 am
hey Rach. where can you get Nutrish that you made for you dog Isaboo would it ever be in Ontario Canada.
Diana From Candad
01.13.09 @ 9:33 am
hey Rach. where can you get Nutrish that you made for you dog Isaboo would it ever be in Ontario Canada.
Diana From Canada
01.13.09 @ 10:52 am
Happy New Year Rachael! I’m so happy that you didn’t have the surgery. You must be relieved. I watch your show whenever I’m not working during the day and can’t get enough of it. I get your magazine every month, I love it. You have the best stuff. It seems like whenever I go to cook something I use one of your recipes. I love them all! I have been a huge fan since 30 minute meals. I knew you would be a huge hit. Fan for Life- Andrea from Massachusetts.
01.13.09 @ 11:36 am
Rachael,
Great to hear you may not have to have the surgery anymore! I have had a similar surgery (Laser Laryngoscopy) 7 times, here in Toronto, Ontario. I feel fortunate that the ‘bumps’ are always benign, and the only big side effect from them is the ‘husky’ voice…. I still have them removed roughly every 6-8 months just incase! I wish you the best, and hope your vocal therapy works so you can put off surgery! (especially since those ‘quiet’ days after recovery are sooooo hard….no talking for 4-10 days? crazy! I always have trouble with that!)
PS. I LOVE your show…and the recipes…YUMMO!
XO
01.13.09 @ 12:12 pm
Hey Rachael Ray yes this is Romie Terrazas from El
Paso, Texas. I am so very proud of you that you are
doing so awesome and great. Keep up the good work
that you are doing on your recovery of your throat
and Have A Happy Romantic Day with your Husband John
Cusimano and your Family On Happy Valentines Day not
just Febuary 14, 2009 but everyday for the both of
you. Happy Valentines Day everyday of the Year of
2009. Also we my Family The Terrazas and The Montamats are going to keep you in our Prayers and
are going to keep lighting a VERY SPECIAL CANDLE FOR
YOU in our home and that we will all keep you in
our heart-and-soul and in our Memory and our Thoughts for you Rachael Ray. We All Love You So Very Much. La La Means I Love You And I Am Not The
Same Girl By Swing Out Sister. Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me By Gladys Knight & The Pips.
01.13.09 @ 12:51 pm
i what i dont like about my tummy it looks like a 3months pregant girl. lol ill be 39 this september. oh i have never had a child so this belly thing is all my husbands fault lol. he went to school to be a chef but doesnt do it for a living just feeds me this wonderful food lol. well i must confess not all the time.
thanks for your time
01.13.09 @ 6:25 pm
Heey Rachael We are a Albanian family from Sweden and we Love your show and We watch it Every day. You´r so funny and happy all the time .And the Food is greaat.. We wish YOU a Happy new year !! Byee byeee Love - Sweden And Kosovo (L)
01.13.09 @ 7:04 pm
I am glad to hear about your throat and that you went to a doctor for your abnormal hoarseness. I sent you a comment on your blog several months ago regarding your throat. I am glad to know you have nothing wrong with your thryoid.
Another comment off the above: I love your oval stock pan. I wish it came with a colander type insert so all you have to do is lift it out of the pan rather than transfer to a another colander and risk burning hands, arms or face. It would even be better if you could lift it up and hook it on the pan somehow. It could drain and stay warm til ready to transfer into the recipe at the appropriate time. Also,the sink no matter how clean is not a good place to put any food, whether in a colander or soaking in water. Sorry, it’s the nurse in me and I have seen water born germs passed even when you think you have a clean one. It might be low risk, but it is a risk.
01.14.09 @ 6:45 am
Hi! Just so you know, the same thing happened to 2 people I know - one friend had NO voice for 2 months, and it turned out to be acid reflux affecting their vocal chords. Started taking nexium, or some such, and they’re fine now!
01.14.09 @ 1:54 pm
Rachael, I am so happy, I prayed for your throat, and your voice and health, I am so Glad God is still in the Miracle business. Thank You God for The healing you have been blessing Rachael with.
I Hope you, John and Isaboo have a wonderful 2009. I watch you on your shows on food network and on the Rachael Ray show whenever I can. God Bless you, Barbara
01.14.09 @ 6:59 pm
Rachael,
Good luck with your throat!
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
PS.
I have been trying to join the RR club.
Having a hard time.
Either name used OR e - mail address already taken.
What can I do?
Diane
01.15.09 @ 12:02 pm
Hi Rachael,
Great news about the throat…hope it continues to get better. Now I have a suggestion/request for your website.
Do you think on the “recipe” page you could add a link for “figure friendly” recipes? It would save me a lot of time, and I would use that link everyday!!!
Thanks,
Lori
01.15.09 @ 12:21 pm
I’ve blown my vocal chords TWICE! I had vocal therapy which really helped a lot. It did take a long time to see a major improvement so be prepared for the long haul. It’s frustrating but have patience and do all you are supposed to do. Avoid certain foods, do the relaxation, excercises, use complete vocal rest when you know you should and that means-writer on paper when you have to say something to hubby, etc. Your vocal chords have to unlearn the stress. The vocal therapy helps that.
Hang in the kiddo! I’m back to singing in my band again but I know my limitations. You have to learn yours too.
Kelley
01.15.09 @ 3:17 pm
Hey Rach,
I was so glad to hear something other than surgery was able to be done. I myself had throat surgery about 15 years ago. It was very scary. I had tumors on my thyroid that were growing very fast and were pushing on my vocal cords. I remember the Doc. saying I had a 50/50 chance of ever talking again!
But, if I didn’t have them removed I wold definetly be in trouble. Thus my voice is kind of like yours!! But again im SO happy for you!!!!!
caringly,
Beverly
01.16.09 @ 9:05 am
Hi Rachael,
I get sore throats often, especially when I don’t cover my neck when it’s cold & windy. However I tried these & they do work. Also thanks much for your easy meals. I use to not cook much,but now I do, with easy,ingenuous, simple meals. Love your show.
COLD - stir a tsp. each of powdered cinnamon & lemon juice into a cup of hot water & sip slowly.
SORE THROAT GARGLE - sage or thyme leaves in water(didn’t try the herb one yet), salt in water, vinegar 2 tbsp to glass of water.
Good Luck Hope this helps.
Barb
01.16.09 @ 11:17 am
I thought that you had an allergy. I had a friend that had a voice like that. I am thrilled that you are getting better. I love your show.
01.16.09 @ 11:20 am
Rach,
I am so glad to hear that you are doing the voice therapy. My local doctor did not have me do therapy and performed a twenty year old procedure on my vocal cords. It didn’t work and my voice will never be the same. I have had 7 other surgeries trying to repair the damage that was done by the first. (This time by a specialist in Philly) I can talk better but not the same and I can’t sing anymore. Maybe not a big deal to most people but I am a middle school music teacher and choir director. Your doctors made the right decision and you sound great. Good luck. My prayers are with you.
Melody
01.17.09 @ 3:04 pm
The pictures of the recipes will not print out. How do I get them to print out?
Thanks - Mary T. in Texas
01.17.09 @ 5:54 pm
Rachel You are the best…I’m glad to hear that you are ok…I wish that in the future I will be in your TV show audience. Since you started the show I’ve applied like two times but I’ve never gotten the opportunity to be there even when I was dying to be in…
Now I got a new appoinment here in PR (I’m a Salvation Army Officer) so I’m not applying anymore but in some yrs. I’ll be back to NY.
Anyway I always watch you from here…
God bless you and your family..
01.19.09 @ 11:47 am
Rachel,
Just read the great news. Glad to see things are going great for you. Since I’m off from work today I was able to see your show and I have a question for you …How did you get to lose so much weight? Can you share the news? by the way you look great! Did you really do the acai colon cleanser diet? Thanks.
God Bless you and your family.
01.19.09 @ 8:21 pm
Hey Rach
It’s great that you might not need surgery. I had surgery on the vocal cords and it was hard not to talk for 2 weeks I can’t imagine not hearing you for 2 weeks. Cause I just love your show. So be good and do what the Docs say
01.20.09 @ 7:08 pm
Rach, I am very happy that things are going well. I will keep you in my prayers.
We enjoy your shows and you are like part of the family.
Sincerely, Theresa
01.21.09 @ 8:23 am
Hey Rachael! Thank you for gracing our humble planet with your incredible beauty, enthusiasm and talent. You are dangerously hot!! Continue success in 09′. Joseph
01.21.09 @ 2:36 pm
Hey Rachael,
My name is Mande and I am writing from Toronto!
I just wanted to leave a mark saying that out of all the day time talk shows I truly enjoy yours, honestly speaking I only watch yours! I find that you are vey down to earth and always cheeful and your love for food is awesome! there is nothing fake about you so its great watching your show!! Ive used you dinner ideas and they were hits!!
Keep doing what your doing wishng you all the success!!!
01.22.09 @ 10:05 am
Hi Rachael! So glad to hear that you didn’t have to go through surgery! What a blessing! Hope you have a wonderful, healthy & happy New Year! I love watching you every day, I always learn something new. Keep up the fabulous work!
Take care
01.22.09 @ 3:42 pm
Mm happy for you rach that u r fine, ur show really helps me but something terrible happened this monday ,i lost my dad so i was really sad, and it was his birthday. And i even forgot to send him a birthday card, i feel really terrible. Your show made me happy again, and your food looks so good
i think i will go to cooking school next year. you have inspired me,
my father was an artist so im trying to sell his pictures and save up money to go to new york. He wanted to move there with me, so i think thats what he wants me to do.
I just felt like telling you.
Love, your biggest norwegian fan!
Jørgen M 15
01.22.09 @ 6:45 pm
Hi Ray,
Hope your voice gets better with the vocal exercise.
Thanks so much for the great recipies!!!
I remembered the “CHICKEN THIGH PIE” (Jan.22″09) because you repeated it and did that little dance.
I will try it this weekend.
Wish you the best.
01.22.09 @ 6:57 pm
PS: Ray, if you come to Ct. or New England again for a book signing, let us know.
TKS.
01.23.09 @ 3:32 am
hai Rachel, I’m Ryhanz and one of your fan from Asia.Did you know Malaysia, hope you know and i’m from there. I like your style and not to serious on tv. just to say that you are great! i’m sorry if my english is bad…
01.23.09 @ 3:59 pm
Hope you are soon A-Ok. Hope your voice will be good, I like the way it sounds. I try to watch your show everyday and love your recipes, especially the burgers.
ps My computer screen/Windows 98 will not show your login screen. I am confused but do not want to get a new computer at the present time. I’d love to login and register for some of the nice gifts on your show. Is it just me?
01.24.09 @ 2:40 pm
hey rach ,, i need some help .. heh im 16 years old and im from iceland and me an my fam. and we live in small town his name is Bolungarvík ..and i wanna loose some weight but im to shy to go to the gym and i just wanna do those things at my home soo i was wondering if you could help me whit that problem .. plllllllzzzz…
01.25.09 @ 2:57 pm
Hi Rachel get well soon ive got a request its coming up to school time i need some cheap easy kid friendly recipes for lunch boxes.
01.26.09 @ 10:06 am
Hi Rachael! My kids (9 and 6-1/2) have been fans of yours 4-EVER! We love to watch you cook and listen to your family stories about growing up. You have a very interesting and active life (and your hubby is a hottie!). I was watching the show where you gave away some Silpada jewelry items and was amazed that you showcased that. I am a representative and I live in Ohio. It’s been a very slow (business) year and I was hoping to jump start the new year with my business. Do you wear the jewelry? I absolutely love it. I wear it all the time and it makes me feel great! Anyway, I just wanted to drop you an email to wish you all the best with your throat and I hope that you stay well and healthy this year. Congrats on (maybe) not needing the surgery!
01.26.09 @ 11:18 am
Hi Rachel,
I have the same vocal cord cyst condition that it sounds like you have.
I am presently on leave from my job because of it.
and I do love to talk!
I am a Kindergarten teacher (and mother of three kids under
I was on complete vocal rest for 7 weeks (now partial rest) and I am in voice therapy too. I have been taking steroids and reflux meds. It is working. I just recently have my voice back. Although, I still can not project my voice. I will go back to work next week with a microphone. I still feel the tightness in my throat all the time. Do you?
We have not determined yet if I need surgery. We are doing everything to avoid it. I hate those throat scopes! They are brutal!!!!!
I am sure they tell you to save your voice for when the cameras are on. I have a little wipe board with a magnetic wipe marker. That works for me when I need it.
I wish you the best with it all. I know I feel lucky that it is nothing more serious. However, it makes you realize, just how important the words you choose to use when you speak really matter.
I am also trying facial and neck massage. The voice therapist (at Boston Mass Eye and Ear Voice Center) says I carry my tension in my neck and jaw area.
That is what is working for me. Maybe something I have tried could help you.
Happy healing,
Liz Daume
Nantucket, MA
01.26.09 @ 1:53 pm
I hope that you are doing well. God bless you. It is disappointing to know that there is a bash site about you (saw this on true hollywood stories). You obviously share a talent and joy that the bash-website creator does not have — she is like a parasite–she uses your fame by making negative comments and thus, creating her minimal fame. Your approach to this is realistic; we all have critics and cannot make everyone happy. This critic definitely wastes her life and the people who have posted comments are hate-filled, negative and apparently don’t mind wasting their time/lives either. This is a minute cost to your great successes. Criticism comes with great achievements; otherwise, we are playing it “too safe”. I know that this is old news to you, but I watch less television now & just recently viewed this. When I saw this, I just wanted to be of encouragement to you. God is your strength & has obviously blessed you. I hope and pray that you heal completely.
01.26.09 @ 5:19 pm
Dear Rach; That’s FANTANTISH. Glad to hear no surgery, although i know how difficult a time your going trough and dont say. Not talking is the hardest thing for me so you must Be cooking up a storm and eating!hahh.Just a word love your web site and all the effort and amazing thing you have on it and i dont mean any of the cooking thats already exceptional. Im TALKING about giving of yourself to other. i find you truly genuine and only pray and true wishes for this exciting new year for your and your family. I feel deepely your the NEXT OPRAH!!
01.28.09 @ 12:04 am
Hi Rachael, didn’t know that you might have had surgery(first time to visit your blog), I could tell something was wrong with your voice the last few times I watched your shows. I myself have had laryngitis and suffered with it for 8 wks in October thru November,I usually get it every year, so glad to hear that you won’t have to go through surgery. I watch your 30 minute meals constantly, I have 3 daughters that love to watch you too especially my 8 yr old twins, they think most of your recipes look good, lol, you know how picky kids can be. Anyway looking forward to more of your new shows, God bless!
01.28.09 @ 12:11 am
Dear Rachel,
I am really glad to hear that you don’t have to have surgery. I’m writing to let you know about your number one fan. I’m sure you have alot of them however my nephew just might make you blush. His mother loves to cook and watch cooking shows. In fact that is one of their favorite things to do together. The only show he would watch was yours. One Christmas he asked for cook books and they had to be Rachel Ray’s. Then the following Christmas he asked his Aunt to buy him an offical chef’s hat. He blushes and hides every time we mention your name. He would kill me if he knew I wrote you. Well take care and our prayers are with you.
01.28.09 @ 10:52 am
GOD BLESS AMEN YOU ARE THE BEST DEAR I ALWAYS ENJOY YOUR SHOW
01.28.09 @ 12:54 pm
Dear Rachael,
I’m a huge fan and when I heard about your throat i got very concerned but now I know your OK that makes me feel a lot better! I’ve been praying for you that your throat will completely heal and people will stop saying that you have throat cancer! i just want you to know that everyone in the DEAF COMMINITY loves your show and it always excited when we ge to watch it!
Hope all is well with you and john and cant forget about IZZY!
TAKE CARE!
01.28.09 @ 3:34 pm
Hi we wanted to let you know for your throat. We do massage therapy and reflexology on the hands and feet. Vineagar and red rose tea and whole cloves would be good for your throat. Get back to us if you need more info and cures. Thank you we love your shows too.
01.29.09 @ 10:38 pm
hey Rachael ray,
I just love you all your yumm-o foods i wish i was there too eat them:). I would have too be you biggest fan i watch you every night when i get home and write notes on everything. You are my role model:p
I wish i could cook just like you.
wISH YOU LUCK TOO COME WITH YOUR OTHER YUMM-O FOODS.
01.31.09 @ 1:08 pm
Rachel,
So glad to hear that there was no need for surgery, that is always a scarey thought..I will continue to keep you in my prayers for your continued healing! My daughter and I were fortunate enough to be on your show last year(the bear grills episode) and we had such a marvelous time.. You are just so wonderful to your audience and so kind, we really enjoyed every moment. Hope to see you again in New York, one of our favorite places. God bless
02.02.09 @ 2:22 pm
Hi Rachael,
Your voice is beginning to sound much better. Sometimes I thought that you needed throat losinges. Other times I thought may-be you should just not talk on some days. It is nice to know that it canbe corrected without surgery, because surgery always involves some risk.
I always enjoy watching the show.
Best wishes. Marcel Buquet
02.02.09 @ 3:03 pm
hi, i was watching rachael ray episode with jessica simpson (i think) and they made some simple chicken and dumplings and i cannot find the receipe, could you please send this to me,
02.02.09 @ 8:30 pm
Rach, the good news just brightend up my day. I love you so much . . . It was awful hearing you had to do the surgrey in the first place. But i was strong and I knew you will be too! Just a quick question I am only 13 and I was doing a project on you for school can you give me a bit more info on this and more about your self, please ???? With hope and love.BYE.
02.02.09 @ 10:33 pm
hi racheal!!!! i’ve try your recipe like enchilada chicken and it was amazing. i hope that you can serve many recipes from italy and france. for your information i’m never miss to watch your show and i hope that you and your show will be the top show as oprah winfrey show. all the best and good luck for your life
02.02.09 @ 10:41 pm
hi racheal,
i hope that you will bless by god. i pray for your healty and i’m glad to know that there is no surgery for you. otherwise,i think you should not or less talk for some days or maybe for hours. ok take care of your health
02.04.09 @ 10:37 am
HEY RACH GLAD YOUR DOING BETTER IM A BIG FAN OF YOURS AND I LOVE YOUR SHOWS I WATCH THEM EVERY DAY OMG THERE GREAT {{EVOO I LOVE IT }} SO IF YOU HAVE TIME PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF U CAN THANK YOU SO MUCH GOOD LUCK HUN IN EVERYTHING U DO. YOUR BIGGEST FAN FROM OHIO JEFF TALK SOON BYE FOR NOW
02.04.09 @ 10:40 am
Just wanted to let you know that I often wondered why your voice was so raspy. I stated when I had my first child and I was so tried and add a very raspy voice you would think I had a bad case of larengatis. but it was just thyroid and I have what is called the ohio valley goiter. they checked for cancer and every thing was ok I have been on med for 25+ years and last year I had scare I have developed nodules several.but everything is fine they did biopt. now they have to be checked every so often and my thyroid is checked every 3 to 6 months. good luck and good health. Deborah
02.04.09 @ 6:30 pm
Hi Rachel- It is wonderful to hear your good news about the surgery. My heart went out to you when I heard that you may have to have the surgery. Also wanted to let you know that your name is mentioned almost daily in our home. When I cook something new, my husband will come in and say “Let me guess,you saw it on Rachel Ray,huh”. LOL
p.s. LOVE YOUR COOK BOOKS!!!
02.04.09 @ 7:39 pm
Hi Rach
Glad you are feeling better. I have a cold and sound like a frog. I know how scary that can be. I lost my voice three times and this cold ick. I have tumors on my body NF. so I worry about that on my throat I enjoy watching your show. I am still not working. I grew up in my dads restaurant. So I have love to cook. Dad sold the place became a bad area. I started making Malts and shakes and be a cashier when I was about 11 years old. So it must be cool still haveing fun. You did that too, right God Bless you
02.04.09 @ 10:08 pm
I can’t believe you have a blog! That is amazing. Hope all is well. Love the show I mean LOVE IT! I don’t get to watch it that often because of my little boy. Yeah I am 22 happily married (got married at 19) and I have a one year old crazy. I love it though. Can’t wait for the next episode I get to see.
02.04.09 @ 10:45 pm
hi racheal
how are you???i hope that you are bless by god….rach i’m one of your big fan….so how can i be your fan…..can you give the websites…please
thank and lots of love
andrean
02.08.09 @ 1:02 pm
Dear Racheal
hello. i am from iran , 24 years old. i watch your shows almost every day through satellite .but they are your previous shows. i realy love you, couse you are one of the loveliest lady of the world. i’ve been learning English for some years , and now i have found your program so useful.i’d be so glad if u sent me a reply.
best wishes,
maryam
02.10.09 @ 12:01 pm
I just love this show! I love the way you seem to keep yaself down to earth and I love the way you love your izzyboo…Keep up the great job you do..Imma faithful watcher
02.11.09 @ 3:29 pm
I lost my voice (totally) several years ago due to my prior job which was switchboard operator w/ 32 lines. I, too, had to take therapy, special throat spray, and they wanted to inject botox as a last resort. My voice was silent for a month before it did come back.
Stay well!
02.12.09 @ 10:13 am
we love you very much and hope for the best for you
we adore your show my family are the ones i test you food on and they love it please stay well keep up the good work
Theresa
02.12.09 @ 12:08 pm
i seen your show today about the people in tx and i cryed .i wanted to tell you i think you are the best every .i look at your show almost every day now that i am layed off work .it made me feel so much better about my life because i am layed off but i did not go throw anything like they have .you made there dreams come true .thank you for being the best
02.12.09 @ 12:55 pm
Im watching ur bridesof texas show and tears of happiness for these wonderful ladies..you are such a angel to do this..the karma you will receive will be tons..and i wonder how many baby girls will be names rachel,,YOU ARE TRULY A WONDERFUL GENEROUS PERSON!!! LOVE YOU,STAY HEALTHY!!!
02.12.09 @ 1:09 pm
Dear Rachael,
Please hurry and get back to your TV show, I love watching you on all the foodnet work shows and your own show the Rachael Ray show, I miss you so much, I’m your biggest fan and would love to meet you in person some day, I did watch you when the tabs were saying that you and John were going to split, I knew for a fact that would never happen, I thannk god that you’re getting better please keep up the good work and get back to your show fast.
02.12.09 @ 3:32 pm
Dear Rachael,
I was glad to hear you may not have to have surgery
and I’m sure that was good news to you. I watched the show ” the brides of Harris County ” just want you to know I thought that was wonderful of you to give all those brides and grooms that great wedding,what a lovely gift to them. God Bless you and I wish you the best of health.
Love your shows, all of them.
02.13.09 @ 1:27 pm
Hi, Rachel, I just think that your show is fablous.
I am going to look into your cooking book and definately by it.
Great news on your throat.
Beverly
02.14.09 @ 10:55 pm
Saline Spray and Arizona Green tea with gingsing.
god bless and god speed
Please keep drinking great for throat.
Take care love the show.
02.14.09 @ 10:57 pm
ps push the apple cider vinegar great for everything.
Cures all just add to food or even sip alittle by itself.
02.15.09 @ 9:20 pm
Hey Rach hope you feel Much better with your throat issue
02.17.09 @ 4:52 pm
Hi Rachel, So glad to hear the good news about the issue with your throat. Will keep praying and hope you will never need the old surgery. Thank you for always turning my day into smiles no matter what is going on. Love your show!
02.18.09 @ 2:32 am
Hi Rach!
I was very happy to hear you did not have to have the surgery. But since coming back after the holidays - I am hearing your voice not sounding so good. You seem tired. I hope you made the right choice in not having the surgery. Please pay attention to your health. You are in control of your health, Just be sure to pay attention. You are truly an inspiration but at the end of the day - your health is most important.
xo
02.19.09 @ 3:01 pm
Hey hey, just wondering why you are sporting a new/different wedding ring??? Glad to hear about your throat, enjoy the day.
02.20.09 @ 2:47 pm
Rachael, I hope this will reach you, as I don’t know if you have a “contact us” spot. I would like to see you do recipes for diabetics. You have great recipes, but most of your food is high carb (and delicious). Being a diabetic, I have to watch my carbs closely. If you would consider making dishes that use Splenda (oops, forgot, you don’t bake); however, low, low carb dishes would be great.
Thanks.
02.20.09 @ 10:48 pm
Dear Rach
Well I hope you get to read this.I am from Canada…
Glad to hear the great news about your throat.I had the exact same problem 1 year ago and when I went to the specialist I was diagnosed with a very very large tumor on my vocal chord then was told it was cancer they removed it and I had several Radiation treatments it sure wasnt pretty.Finally starting to get better now.Have been worring about you alot.Very Happy to hear you ok.I love you and your show.
02.21.09 @ 11:48 am
I can’t cook and do not really enjoy cooking shows….except for yours! I still do not plan on cooking, but you are just fun to listen to! Even if you did a show on “flower arrangement” or “home design” or “housekeeping” or any of the other many topics that I have no interest in, I would probably still tune in because you are so entertaining.
I am really very glad to hear your voice is improving because I can’t imagine not getting my occasional fix of “YUM-O”
Best wishes,
David
02.21.09 @ 3:11 pm
Hey Rachel!!!
We love you, like everyone else.
My dad thinks your the best and tries to copy lots of your cooking.
Daddy said he was going to start a show called “burnt offerings” if that gives you any hint as to how well he copies your recipes.
Even so, I bought him your big orange cookbook for Christmas.
We all love you.
Sara
02.22.09 @ 4:09 pm
Hey Rachael Ray, I was sitting at home watching some old foodnetwork reruns and I began to think about all the good food that is made thoughout the course of a given show. And I couldn’t help but think about the countless of hungry people in the US that could be fed with the food that is cooked on a given show. I know that you and the other foodnetwork stars participate in various charities already but I was wondering if maybe you could bring up to the execs the possibility of doing the entire foodnetwork line-up from a remote at soup kitchens and the like throughout the us. My crazy idea would involve some throwdowns and some thirty-minute budget friendly ideas. Rather than feeding a regular audience as most of the shows seem to do, maybe a season could be devoted to feeding the hungry. If the top brass doesn’t go for it just mention the tax breaks and publicity that such events could bring in. Maybe it’s too lofty a proposition but here’s hoping. If anyone could make it work I’m sure it’s you. You and Oprah. There’s another idea….Hmm.
02.23.09 @ 3:20 am
Rachael, i know you havent posted a blog lately, so you might not see this, but this is the first time im writing to you. I just wanted to let you know that you have been the biggest inspiration in my life, you make me want to explore cooking and pursue my dreams of going to culinary school. All ive ever wanted to do was go to culinary school and experiment with different herbs and spices and figure out how they all blend together. Unfortunatly i cant afford it right now, but thats not going to stop me. Your a wonderful mentor and a great cook. Everytime i think about giving up i look to your spirit and love for cooking. So thank you once again and maybe one day in the future my dream will come true!
-Kristen
02.23.09 @ 4:26 pm
So my 5 year old daughter, Alexandra, absolutely loves you and wants to be you. She was taking a bath one night and I came in to check on her and she was doing her own cooking show where she was Racheal Ray and was putting some “EVOO” in her dish. I almost peed myself laughing, she then informed the “audience” she would be right back and she was letting the “food” cook a little, while she got her hair washed. After I washed her hair, she was “back” to check on her dish. She is hilarious and am hoping to get this on tape!!
Thanks for listening and being a great role model!
02.24.09 @ 8:59 am
hi Rachel how are you feeling i am 10 years old i watch your show all the time i love when you tech us whe4n i grow up i want to be a cook and have a tv show just like you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ps hope you feel better
02.24.09 @ 6:54 pm
Rachel: Made your 30-minute Gorgonzola-stuffed meatballs last Sunday. My 7 year old granddaughter even got in on the act. She’s not quite a chopper yet, but she’s a great stirrer and dropper. Also, she’s not much on veggies (they grow too close to the ground, she says), but she tasted the tomato onion gravy and declared it “delish.” She’s an up and coming foodie!! Thanks. Also, I’m glad about the good news about your throat as well. Congrats and keep up the vocal exercises.
03.03.09 @ 7:55 pm
So did u have the surgery? Not quite clear on whether it was necessary or not. Please let me know…
Patricia Valdez
Sarnia, Ontario
Canada
03.04.09 @ 11:02 am
I try to watch less TV, but I do watch some. It is nice how your shows are energetic–& your food is vibrant and reaches out to all kinds of people. Bill O’Reilly just shared how you are a patriot…..I think this was in retrospect to your views on food & helping others. You have a great attitude & beautiful smile! Hope you continue to heal well…
03.04.09 @ 5:18 pm
Hey Rach, I am so happy to hear you didn’t need surgury. Believe it or not, I just found your blog!!! Just wanted to drop you a few lines to say that I am so happy that someone from a small mountain town has made it! Congrats. I also live in a very small mountain town, in the other mountain range, 100 full time residents, but more in the summer months. I also use to live up around from your area. I use to go shopping in the “Falls”, of course I haven’t been there in years, it is so beautiful. Keep coming to us via the TV, love you
03.09.09 @ 10:48 pm
Rach, I’ve noticed lately you have not been wearing your diamond wedding ring. Why have you chosen to wear what looks like a band of gems? Just wondering. I’m sure your marriage is solid but I really liked that you always wore your wedding ring. So many other stars don’t and I always felt that strange.
04.19.09 @ 12:36 am
Hey Rachael:
I’m still worrying about your throat. As a singer and a medical pro, I hope you take good care. Let us know how you’re doing. OK?
05.19.09 @ 1:33 pm
Rachael,
Was speaking to a friend a few weeks ago when she told me about your throat condition. I need some advice… I was in a car accident (not my fault). I had to have titainiam plates screwed into my cervial spine. THE WERE INSTALLED THRU THE FRONT OF MY NECK. Ever since I have had trouble speaking with a full voice. very Horsey like. Can’t sing anymore. People on the phone call me Sir. I am a female. An ENT i went to told me because of the surgery I have polips on my vocal cords and they should be removed. My insurance doesnt kick in for “pre-existing” until February 2010. What should I do?
Love your show! Keep up the great work!! Your a real inspiration!!!
I have returned to cosmetology school to renew my license because Hotel Reservation is OUT (no voice).
Hugs from,
Marilee
06.09.09 @ 1:22 am
hi rachael.i’m so glad you do not have to have the surgery.and i think the tabloids are stupid for making up that lie.that is so not something to lie about.i love you rachael.
11.01.09 @ 11:14 am
I’m sure you have gotten some responses from voice therapists (speech pathologists specializing in voice) from around the country in response to your throat surgery and therapy. Often, patients undergoing removal of benign lesions on their vocal folds, especially in the case of professional voice users like yourself, see a voice therapist before and after surgery for an evaluation and therapy. Before surgery, these sessions can possibly reduce the size of the lesion, making it easier to remove. Patients may also learn helpful strategies for voice use making lesions less likely to recur after removal. Then, therapy may resume after voice rest following surgery, to help the person resume voice use gradually and again insure the best voice use after surgery to prevent future voice problems. Voice therapy is like “physical therapy for the voice” and has a significant role to play in achieving and maintaining the most optimal voice. I hope you’ve had such care!
04.06.11 @ 11:01 am
Hey Rachael. Your tv show and is a good to wajontv.and hope you can be on tv.and hope we can talking to about food and datt and hope you can help me to daett.and what this your sarkt and hope we .can talking about food
Thank you
Debbie Starnes
4-6-2011