Liking the community that I’ve found recently with both #nzbloggers and #bloggersbrunchclub – so great to have a hive of minds and great conversation Eating tuna – let’s face it, I’m not a huge fan of the tinned stuff after tasting the amazing just-caught stuff in Samoa. Due to a couple of tight weeks, however, our … Continue reading
Today is the second anniversary of my mother’s death, which I blogged about here and here. Since becoming a mother myself, there are days where it feels just as sad as the day it happened. When friends talk about their mum’s relationship with their children, I don’t have anything to contribute. I look at her … Continue reading
This story starts where most beautiful moments fear to tread, a cemetery! Last weekend, on my way to pick up some cupcakes in West Auckland, I decided to stop in at the grave of a family friend. Keith was a former workmates of my dad’s but he was so much more than that. Keith was … Continue reading
Only one picture today but you have to trust me that this is one of the tastiest, yet unusual potato salads I have ever tasted. Yes, today I give you my mother’s recipe for potato salad. With a subtle sweetness that mixes deliciously with the saltiness of the bacon and the hint of herbs, it’s … Continue reading
This was the speech I gave at my Mum’s funeral – shared so that you can understand what a spectacular mother I had and how she is sadly missed. Regular posting to be resumed on Friday. About three or so weeks ago, Mum asked me if I would speak at her funeral. I hummed and … Continue reading
Sweet Mama M 