STUpendous Blog

Today I said goodbye to Barney. He left this world in his little red wagon, with my voice in his ears and our story between us.

A field guide for anyone meeting the person behind STUpendous: expect useful chaos, excessive curiosity, sudden projects, sentimental detours, and a very real chance you'll end up at Lowe's.

These loaves aren’t just bread; they’re seasonal traditions waiting to be sliced, toasted, and shared. Let’s take a closer look at each one.

If you're looking for a way to celebrate Pride Month 2025 that’s heartfelt, flavorful, and unapologetically bold—this is it. STUpendous Sourdough’s newest creation, “Sweet, Sour, and PROUD,” is a colorful, drizzled sourdough loaf made right here in Lynchburg, Virginia. It’s more than bread—it’s a declaration: “I’m gay. I’m proud. I’m here.”

It wasn’t a pop-up shop or a big launch. It wasn’t even planned. I just showed up with bread—warm, crusty, fresh from the oven—and handed it to strangers. And something cracked open inside me in the best way.

Today was magic. I sold my very first loaves of bread—real, fresh-from-the-oven, handmade-with-love loaves—to real people who smiled, ate, and came back for more. I didn’t take any preorders. I didn’t advertise. I just baked, showed up, and offered what I had. And they wanted it.