Monthly Archives: April 2010

I Eat Bears

I’m off to Bali tonight, for a long weekend with a girl friend from uni! So, til then, I thought my bears and bunnies could keep you company. I suffer from Stuffedtoyitis. It’s quite normal around this household. I don’t … Continue reading

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Banana Cream Pie

This evening’s quite exciting for me. I have a date with two guys no less. Tall, slim and smart- The Boy better watch out! Just pulling you. I’m heading out for dinner with my two cousins. Their birthdays are coming … Continue reading

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Chocolate Chip Cookie and the City

Sinful is the best way to describe the last two days and a half. As if a treat to the movies with a girl friend for a belly full of laughs wasn’t enough, my colleague invited me to the gala … Continue reading

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Afternoon Delight

There’s a buzz around here. And while it’s normally a good thing, this time it’s got us feeling worried, vexed and sympathetic. Wherever you’re from, you’ve probably heard about the volcanic eruption in Iceland. Already scary because it is a … Continue reading

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It Only Rains at 5pm

Recent scientific research has shown that rainfall is most common between the hours of 4.30 and 5pm. According to Sweets By Vicky, “the rain is always heaviest around 5.30pm, when I’m about to leave the office and go home.” Furthermore, … Continue reading

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Greedy Cupcake

I have a confession to make. I tend to want everything and nothing at the same time. It’s quite a common sight around this area. It starts like this. I think about option A and decide to go with it. … Continue reading

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Bananas and Crunchy Toffee

I have a dilemma. Those of you who shudder at the thought of a potentially girly post, scroll right down to the bottom for the definitely-not-girly banana cake with crunchy toffee almond topping. The rest of you? Stay with me, … Continue reading

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Grilled Lemon Loaf

Ideas strike me at the oddest times, but it’s more often than not, when I’m hungry. We’re not talking about change the world type ideas, instead, I prefer tastier ones. Ones that are tangible, crispy-edged, warm, gooey with a little … Continue reading

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Daim! It’s Easter

Today’s post happens on a slightly more exciting-than-usual day. It’s Sunday, Easter Sunday! Know what that means (for me)? Chocolate for breakfast and no guilt about it! My initial plan was for banana pancakes then I thought I really couldn’t … Continue reading

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How I live up to my bad reputation

I have a reputation around here. A kinda reputation that screams ‘don’t mess with me, I’m trouble’.  This will actually be really funny if you’ve met me. I am as scary as a teddy bear, real mean, with claws to … Continue reading

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