Monthly Archives: October 2010

Lemon Sponge

There’s nothing like a good old family recipe is there! (I promise to list some ‘secrets’ below).  This sponge is no exception.  I have fond memories of eating it as a child.   The lemon filling has a delicious tang. … Continue reading

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Close encounters of the spiky kind

The other day Scarlett was calling me in a very exited voice to come and look at something.  The conversation went something like this; “Mama, come quick”.  “What do you want Scarlett?”.  “Come and look at this”.  “What is this?”. … Continue reading

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Introducing Cardamon

So I though I would introduce you to the fuzzy member of our family – Cardamon, aka, Cardamon Bear, our toy poodle.  He is gorgeous, cheeky, mischievous and very much loved.  Scarlett treats him like a doll, Tenneille is, well, … Continue reading

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Vegan Nut Pie

Every time I make this, I am asked for the recipe.  I therefore deem it worthy of posting here.  Inspiration for this recipe came from the recipe book called RAWvolution, written by Matt Amsden.  I didn’t have all the ingredients … Continue reading

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Two Years Ago

Now that I have posted Jairah’s birthday, I feel I want to share his actual birth day.  He was born into his mama’s arms at home in water at approximately 7.08am on Thursday 9th October 2008.  It was a very … Continue reading

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A Birthday Celebration

What better way to start a blog than with a birthday celebration.   Our sweet boy, Jairah turned two on the weekend.  Now you would think, with a whole year between each and every birthday, a mama would have gotten … Continue reading

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