Parenting

Easy Thai Stir Fry

With most of my cooking it has to be easy.  I am definitely not one to prioritise cooking or spending more time in the kitchen than I have to.  I would rather be re-arranging furniture and creating spaces.  So once again here is a meal that can be prepared quickly and the kids can help… Read more…

Puff Pastry Scrolls

I have no doubt that most of you will know this recipe.  I really just wanted to remind you all, what an easy snack this is and something that you can whip up in under 30 minutes.  It can be used as a lunch box filler, birthday treat or afternoon snack. Great as a canapé… Read more…

Choosing to have child number three

This story actually begins before we had any children.  Rob and I had discussed having kids and as you do you we had discussed how many we would have.  Rob is one of five and I am one of three.  I was keen to have three children.  Rob was not as keen and I think… Read more…

Simple Cauliflower Pasta Bake

This is my simple Cauliflower and Pasta Bake.   It is a great way to get your children eating and enjoying Cauliflower.   The best part about this recipe is that it is simple and you can add almost anything to the bake. I make this with and without pasta.   However, with my older… Read more…

Caring for baby chickens

I Cried for the Chickens

This story begins a few months ago, when we realised that one of our baby chickens was a Rooster.  Well we have had a Rooster before, he was fondly known as Roostey.  He was rather noisy or should I say very noisy at all hours of the early morning.  So with much fuss and a… Read more…

Home Made Quick Banana Bread Recipes

My Quick Banana Bread

Bananas tend to have a relatively short shelf life, so this recipe comes in to play most weeks and is very easy to make. This recipe was originally found in a Women’s Weekly recipe book, I have made only one small change, as it really is perfect and so quick to make.  I usually make… Read more…

First Day of School

First Day of School

Ahhh! The first day of school……. I have three boys and this year my youngest Kace 5yrs started school. Like all Mums I had mixed feelings with sending the last of my boys to school. Leading up to it I realised that my days are literally numbered, but then I also felt that twinge of elation (freedom!!)… Read more…

The Technology Trap

The Technology Trap

It’s strange now to think back when my eldest was born and I was worried about TV and making sure I monitored how much time he had. Now with all the technology and devices there is a completely new worry and I now hear myself saying “I’d rather you watch some TV” We all know… Read more…

Boys and their Motorbikes

Yes there are 5 sets of motorbike gear….. I know what some of you are thinking; “Why would you start riding motorbikes?” and “Why would you let your boys ride them?”   I am fortunate that my husband actually knows motorbikes.  He can ride them. He has raced them. He can fix them.  Above all… Read more…

Eggy Pie

The kids are not young, but we still call this “Eggy Pie”.  I found the original recipe in one of those baby recipe books and over the years have made many variations.  I have always loved quiches, but just don’t have the patients for the pastry. This way I get the lovely filling without the… Read more…

My Easy No Bake Slice

This slice is one of the quickest sweet treats to make and there is no baking required.  Yes it is full of naughty sugars, but this is a treat and will always be a crowd pleaser, whilst getting you out of a sticky situation. Ingredients: 125g butter ½ Cup sweetened condensed milk 125g – (half… Read more…