22 January 2012

Crumble

No, it's not the moon's surface. It's my berry and apple crumble. Not the most appealing of photos, I know. But this stuff is easy and quick to make and a real crowd-pleaser. Especially if you serve it warm and topped with a blob of vanilla ice cream or custard.

For this I combined about 2 cups of frozen mixed berries and 3 peeled and grated apples.
Separately I combined ground almonds, melted butter, chopped oats, cinnamon, and a teeny bit of brown sugar.
Then I put the fruit in a small baking dish and topped it with the oaty mix.
In the oven at 180 degrees for about 40 minutes or until the top goes golden brown.
I myself am avoiding sugar. (I just feel better when I do.) But the majority of eaters of this here crumble smothered it with "creme vanille", otherwise known as good old custard.
Bon appetit!


20 January 2012

Happy Weekending

Have a wonderful weekend romping around with your furry friends.


10 January 2012

Nepalese Cats, or Mice

(This is a recent post from the other (naughty misbehaving) blog, transferred to this blogspot in case you missed it.)

A recent gift from a generous grandma, not a grandma of ours but that of a friend. A well travelled lady who has a larger version of these hand-made felted slippers from Nepal on her own feet each time I see her. I was delighted to be on the receiving end of a mini pair for our small-footed big man, who by the way is fascinated by them. Dinner is now shared between three, the small man and his two felt cats. Cute.





7 January 2012

Love You Long Time

Three months ago you were told that you didn't have long to live. "Life is for living" you bravely pronounced. I don't know anyone who eats, breathes and dances to these wise words more than you yourself. But a few days ago you came to me in a dream and said goodbye. And the next morning you were gone. My little noggin hasn't quite come to terms with the fact. Our last conversation has been had. Our last hug has been squeezed. Our final cocktail together has been sipped (way too long ago!). My beautiful, full-of-life, inspiring friend, you will live on forever in my fondest memories. I miss you so much already. Have fun disco-dancing with the angels.
Wa-Wa, Love you long time.


6 January 2012

Happy Weekending!

Have a wonderful weekend chasing petit pirates and kissing big bears.
I am crossing my fingers to see fresh snow drifting down outside my window. Pretty-pretty. Stay warm.


3 January 2012