A few days ago I found out that a friend’s breast cancer has re-appeared. It was a strange kind of conversation as I expected to be quite triggered since breast cancer is what took my Mom’s life, yet this friend had a very positive outlook, was sure she knew how and why it had re-appearedRead more
Feeling a little “up to here” with sweets since the Christmas rush of goodies that seem to come from all directions? If so, earmark this Pumpkin Pecan Torte with Bourbon Whipped Cream for next year. 😉 I found the recipe for this delectable torte in the back of my Mom’s cookbook where she kept allRead more
Summer has finally arrived here on the Sunshine Coast! I am supremely grateful for all the rain “Junuary” brought for my garden, veggies, and rain barrel, but am happy to be able to have all the doors open wide and feel the breeze across my arms as I type. Everything seems to be ripening earlier this year,Read more