Alternative Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is edging closer and I’ve been thinking about some alternative “gifts” for this problem holiday. Why do we need to change Valentines Day, what’s wrong with it in…

Natural giving

Recently I’ve been noticing the giving nature of plants. I found this leaf loose in one of the cactus pots I was taking cuttings of yesterday.  It had fallen off and…

Gifts for the teachers!

I thought I had got away lightly this year with gifts and then I remembered the teachers…I should give some gifts to the teachers… Having two kids in different schools…

Must try harder next time!

I spent the whole day (not just a few hours), but the whole day today making four calendars as festive gifts for family members.  I had probably spent a day…

Special Occasion Chocolate Cake!

This chocolate cake recipe is the one you really want to use if you are making it for a special occasion such as a birthday.  One of the key ingredients…