Mahatma Gandhi once said, “My life is a message.” I’ve thought a lot about these words over the years. What is in fact my life’s message? When I’m old and frail, what grand tale will
My boys have always cooked. Since they were tiny I have enrolled them in creating and making meals. True, I force them to fold washing and other mundane household chores but cooking is one that
Today is Thanksgiving Day, and having just flown back from the US I have many mixed emotions. Granted the roller coaster ride (or sea of emotions) could be attributed to my jet lag, but I’d
For us Valentines Day is about intense gratitude. Nine years ago on Valentine’s Day, we birthed our son Abe. He was born ‘still’ due to a condition known as Isomerism during the sixth month of
What if I asked you, “What makes you feel loved?” — and I’m not JUST talking about bedroom shenanigans. There may be times that we feel that our partner is not a mental giant when
As I sit by the pool on holidays with my family I realize that I could stress about the countless blog posts I wish I had been able to complete for you all OR I
As my children grow and we are thrust into a whole new family dynamic, my appreciation for mothers — my own, Simon’s and beautiful mothers all over the world who have inspired me — indeed
Most days I wish that I was as clever as my four year thinks I am and only half as dumb as my older three children sometimes perceive me! The other day I made the
You often hear me talk about the importance of reading personal development books or listening to inspiring speakers or authors. This is something I was taught at a very young age by my parents… …And
Here’s a few ideas to keep things in perspective this weekend… Are you a little dubious of getting wrapped up in the Christmas madness? Are you also feeling that sometimes Christmas seems to be more
As another year draws to an end I am prioritizing the time today to sit and reflect on the highs and lows of 2012 — the peaks and troughs, and the cycles of giving and
Shopping for groceries can be quite an ordeal — particularly if you are in the habit of reading the labels of the products that find their way back into your pantry and fridge. My boys
Little Arlo has had gastro the last 24 hours. He woke up just now very spritely after a 3 hour sleep on the couch and pronounced, “Mumma we need to make your soup. That’s all
Lamb is possibly my favourite protein (apologies to the vegetarians!). This hearty soup nourishes and nurtures the weary or light-hearted. The Moroccan flavours complement the tender lamb shanks and the sweetness of the purple carrots beautifully… It’s
Have you ever wondered where ‘processed meats’ fit along the health scale? I have questioned these foods as I’m married to an Italian who likes to occasionally indulge in prosciutto and salami. Sometimes he even
