This is a post about a daisy cake. It’s not about a hibiscus cake. One day I was in the shower. Having a few moments to myself. Actually, probably not that many moments because it wasn’t long before there was a knock on the door. ‘I’m in the shower’, I yelled in an annoyed tone […]
The 80th Birthday Party
October 22, 2012 By 56 Comments
Over the weekend we had Carl’s father’s 80th birthday celebration. My father-in-law and his wife live interstate but came to Sydney for the event that we hosted in a hired club room that overlooks one of Sydney’s most beautiful beaches. In order to keep the costs down and within our budget we self-catered the event […]
The Other Formal
June 22, 2012 By 47 Comments
Last night I was out with family and trying to relax and enjoy myself but a text came in from Arabella, ‘I’ve had a few issues mum but don’t worry, the kitchen is clean’. And she sent the message with this image: You would worry though, wouldn’t you, if that came through in a text. […]
Double Layer Chocolate Cake and…’Not to worry, mum’
June 16, 2012 By 40 Comments
I used to have a son, Archie. No, I still have a son, Archie, it’s just that I don’t see him and I can’t find him. He’s never here. Sometimes there’s evidence that he’s been home and it’s usually in the bathroom. The floor will be flooded with water, the bath mat is saturated, there’s […]
A Birthday Party and…Psycho Delilah Cake
March 24, 2012 By 43 Comments
A few days ago I was at Alfie’s swimming lessons, sitting on the sidelines next to my friend Sally. I asked her what she had planned for the weekend and she told me and then asked what I was doing. I told her we were having Alfie’s birthday party. She looked at me with a […]
Sour Cream Chocolate Cake and…A Crisis and Liquid Myrrh
March 1, 2012 By 39 Comments
It’s been one of those days. And it started yesterday. Last night was the opening night of Archie’s play. Drew, Arabella and I went along to support him. The night was thoroughly entertaining and Archie gave a performance that was lively and energetic. But I have been worried about Archie because as well as rehearsing […]
Banana Split Birthday Cake
February 13, 2012 By 37 Comments
Thank you for your lovely comments regarding Cake Expectations. You were so kind, supportive and enthusiastic and you didn’t even mention the less than average photography – very good of you! I’ve had a few requests for the recipe for the Banana Split cake so I’ll share that with you today. I would however, strongly […]
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