I read an article the other day that said that successful people don’t do chores all weekend. I like that! Rather, they socialise and get exercise; in other words, unwind. Recharging is good for the mind, body and soul, and is the real rest that God meant when He instituted the Sabbath as a creation…
Summer: translated, means: holidays + beach + ice cream, I’m sure you’ll agree. So… what’s your favourite ice cream on a stick? Mine has for a long time been one of the cheapest and simplest you can buy; the chocolate-flavoured Paddle Pop. Compared to the more expensive and indulgent chocolate covered varieties, it just seems…
Another birthday, another reason to design a new dessert recipe! Alex organised his party this year around a distinctly 1940s theme, so I thought I’d adapt something that was launched around the same time – the Wagon Wheel biscuit… one of his favourite snacks! The original marshmallow and jam sandwiched between two thin shortbread biscuits becomes a…
Yup. I’m the lazy one. The Lazy Cook. And impatient, too! Especially when eager to get some of this super-easy, chocolate melty, gooey brownie goodness past my lips! Quick and easy is the name of the game these days! Especially with a little one around, who though now occasionally ‘helping’ me with the baking, also has…
“The greatest marriages are built on teamwork. A mutual respect, a healthy dose of admiration, and a never-ending portion of love and grace.” ~Fawn Weaver It’s not often your friend gets married on your birthday. (Yes, my birthday. The big 4-0!) And we got invited. But it’s not like we live in the same state,…
Last month’s SABH prompt, as described by Miss Sweet was to take a childhood favourite and turn it into something bigger, better or even maybe something a little bit adult. This fits right into where I’m at right now, re-visiting childhood memories… the popsicle party started it, and the reminiscing goes on… When I think…
