So I kind of missed Stir It Up Sunday this year. I really do not know where the weeks have gone to be honest. The weekend that this date took place, I was still recovering from all the preparation I did for the school Christmas fayre, and on the Sunday itself I had family down … [Read more…]
Once again last week I found myself with some over ripe bananas and once again I was faced with what kind of cake to make to use them up and not waste them. I was sent some yummy chocolate products the week before from a John Lewis hamper ( see below for more information), and … [Read more…]
It is that time of year for wanting food that warms you up, and gives you a little hug as you eat – proper comfort food. Gingerbread is a cake which gives off a little heat from the spicy ginger used in the batter, perfect for a cold day. It makes me think of winter … [Read more…]
While my two boys, and no doubt as are countless children all over the world, are starting to get very excited about Christmas, and looking forward to a visit from Father Christmas, I know that Burton and Jenson do not really need any new toys. I mean they have plenty already, some of which they … [Read more…]
We have been quite busy this half term doing lots of fun activities at home, but it has been lovely and relaxing too because there has not been the usual rushing around that a week during term time involves!! Finding ourselves with 2 Pumpkins thanks to Flora who sent us a Halloween Fun Pack (more … [Read more…]