As Winter Solstice approached I carefully considered what I wanted to leave behind and what I want to achieve in 2012. In 2011 I was able to achieve my health and wellness goals. I had an unexpected opportunity to work side-by-side with my husband by traveling down a path with heart that drew us closer together than we have ever been. However, during that time I met new people and re-discovered how very poor I am at making small talk work for me. Continue reading
Winter Solstice Seasonal Traditions
Winter Solstice officially occurred at 5.30am on 22 December 2011. At Winter Solstice the sun is closer to horizon than any other time of the year. The shortest day of the year, with just eight hours and twenty three minutes of sunlight, in the northern hemisphere Winter Solstice is the date marks the first day of winter, and the slow transition back to longer days. Continue reading
Grandma’s Christmas Goodies Tins
The exchange of Christmas Goodies Tins is a family tradition. As my great-grandmother and grandmother had done before them, my mother and her sisters made baked goodies, peanut brittle and fudge every winter. The goodies they made were stored in Christmas Goodies Tins and gifted to others during the holiday season. Continue reading
Blackberry Bars and Chewy Bars
Make this holiday season more personal by baking your own gorgeous gourmet gifts. They don’t take much time to make but are a wonderful way to express your affection. Homemade gifts are the best kind to receive, particularly when they’re edible and nicely packaged in reusable boxes and wrapping paper. Continue reading
