09/25/2026
Happy National Dolly Parton Day yall!! Eve from The Baking Co. & Bread Kneads was so sweet to think of us today and these cupcakes are not only so beautiful and delicous (of course I’ve already had one lol) but the kindness behind them absolutely made my day 🥹💕
One time Dolly Parton joked, “I tried every diet in the book. I tried some that weren’t in the book. I tried eating the book. It tasted better than most of the diets.” Even her song “Two Doors Down” was inspired by her being on a diet while on tour and wanting to eat with the rest of her band at a restaurant serving fried clams lol 😂
For those that don’t know, Dolly struggled with many autimmune diseases including severe endometriosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Because of the symptoms of these health conditions she struggled with depression and body image issues revolving her weight fluctuations. She tried everything she knew of both physically and mentally to be happy with herself. Ultimately diets were not the things that brought her happiness and contentness in her life but it was her strong sense of self 👑👸
We believe Dolly was beautiful at every size and every age but we definitely understand having body image issues, trying everything to heal our bodies, and leaving ourselves out of some of the fun moments of life just to chase a specific body. We too learned that we can never achieve happiness through outward physical goals alone 🤷♀️
Health is more than just diet (lifestyle) and exercise. It is so so much more including mental health and creating beautiful memories with loved ones. So have the cupcake and celebrate the holidays and birthdays. You won’t get that moment back so make the most of it now and love on your people 💕
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