Ingredients The ingredients for this recipe are very simple. Everyone has all of them at any given time. We may sometimes relegate them to a corner cupboard or the cupboard under the stairs. So before you begin take some time to locate them and lay them all put in order. Liquid ingredients Milk of human kindness 2 cups Tears of joy one teaspoon Essence of … Continue reading A recipe for holiday happiness
It’s the holiday season all over the world. The big difference from Winter 2020 is that most of us are vaccinated against Covid 19. We have made plans for the holidays but it seems that the threat of the Omicron variant is pushing us back indoors. To relieve the tedium and reduce screen time the good old board games are still there. Today I am … Continue reading 5 Fave Board games
TODAY’S QUOTE: “The expert in everything was once a beginner.” “Beginner” and “Expert” are two ends of a spectrum and there is a long journey between them. What the world sees is usually the expert: musicians, authors, scientists, athletes, artists and so many others. They become known only when they have reached the pinnacle in their field. Although veteran blogger Fandango will probably call today’s … Continue reading Blogging Insights – New Format # 23
The winter holidays are around the corner and its time for treats and goodies. This week, for 5 Things Tuesday I ask you to name your favourite muffins and cupcakes. I borrowed the idea for this post from Paula Light who said last week that she was thinking about doing a cupcake review. I love all kinds of cakes, cupcakes, muffins etc. Here are just … Continue reading 5 Fave Cupcakes & Muffins
“Nothing worth doing is ever easy. “ Today’s quote takes me back to January 2018 when I first launched my blog. I wasn’t very good at computer stuff except for the very basics. Navigating WordPress used to be quite a challenge for me. My daughter helped me a great deal but I used to be quite dependent on her for simple things like adding images … Continue reading Blogging Insights – New Format # 22
Before the pandemic turned the world on its head, breakfast was a hurried meal. Some skipped it altogether while others had it on the go. Being a “brekfast person” I am unable to face my workday without a morning meal no matter how rushed. I have put together a list of five of my favourites: Overnight Oats This is the quickest breakfast ever since you … Continue reading 5 Quick Workday Breakfasts
Today’s quote is another example of how anything related to life can be applied to blogging: To thrive in life you need three bones. A wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone. A funny bone is the V-shaped bone between the neck and breast of a cooked bird that traditionally is removed from the bird and pulled apart by two people, allowing the one who … Continue reading Blogging Insights – New Format # 21
Last week we discussed whether it is better to rest rather than quit especially in the context of blogging. Several bloggers said that resting led to a “refresh”. Today’s quote takes this a little further. It is not much fun doing the same thing or writing the same kind of posts over and over again. Don’t be the same, be better. What do you think? … Continue reading Blogging Insights – New Format # 20
Salted Caramel 