I truly appreciate my kitchen garden and little orchard. In a week that I have found frustrating and mind boogling on a parenting issue, the simple act of collecting apples and preparing them for later consumption, has felt so good. It is grounding and just what I need. I have […]
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Creative weekend
I spent the weekend either in the kitchen cooking or trying to solve my transport problem. To be honest my wonderful dh solved the car problem, but I was there! While the grownups were preoccupied, the children crafted. AJ completed her first (yes, first) knitting project. I helped her with […]
Read moreElderberry syrup
We have a September family tradition of going down to a certain spot on the Somerset Levels and picking blackberries. It could be argued that there is no need to travel further than our own garden. There are plenty of blackberries at easy reach. Good point, but this would mean […]
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Making pastry
Given the choice of using shop bought pastry or homemade, I would rather make my own. Its a personal thing. I just prefer it. The taste. The texture. The speed. Its not rocket science. My hands used to run a lot cooler, which is just perfect for making pastry. I […]
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