A happy month They say that for every house you visit in December and devour a mince pie in, you will have a happy month in the following year. Visit 12 friends and you are set up for the year. I’ve always loved this tradition. So friendly and welcoming. Even […]
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Fig Ice Cream – No, neither did I.
One of the joys of summer, for me, is fresh figs on a daily basis. They’re picked straight from our tree, which is just outside the kitchen door. The taste is truly divine. Every time I go outside, I can’t resist picking a couple more. One day last week, I […]
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It’s pumpkin time again. Runs around, hugging pumpkins. I’ve been very self controlled up to now. I’ve mostly held off until mid October, but I’m just going to cut loose and enjoy everything pumpkin for a few weeks. When else can I get away with it? Cooking, baking and making. I […]
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I’ll be honest. I go through stages of being organized and, without a doubt, September is the month of choice. Not surprising really, as the children go back to school, which gives me more time, and, just as crucial, it’s all about new. New teachers, new subjects, new interests. The word “new” […]
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