In contrast to last Saturday, today has been dry with even a bit of sun. In fact we have had…
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…I would offer you a slice of upside-down pear and cardamom…
This week’s small pleasures #332
Despite having a cold this week, laying me low on Tuesday and Wednesday, there were still a lot of small…
Six on Saturday 22.04.23
The rain started on Friday afternoon, and after a heavy downpour, the whole of Saturday has been grey, damp and…
What’s on your bookshelf #21
Another month, another look at what has been on my, and other’s bookshelves. The what’s on your bookshelf challenge is hosted by…
This week’s small pleasures #331
What gorgeous weather we have had these past few days – it almost feels like summer has returned. Now that…
Six on Saturday 15.04.23
After storms earlier this week – including a tornado in Paraparaumu (about 50km away) – we have had lovely still…
In the kitchen: peanuts and pork
Having managed to go a whole week without cooking pasta, I had to remedy the situation. I recently acquired Molly…
This week’s small pleasures #330
Happy Easter to those of you who celebrate! Good Friday and Easter Monday are public holidays here in New Zealand,…
Six on Saturday 08.04.23
It’s the long Easter weekend which should mean time to spend out in the garden, and while I did do…