Writing.....I wrote a few words about being a working Mum for the lovely Trishie over on the 'Under Lock and Key' blog. I really enjoyed writing this little piece and hope you enjoy reading it.
Loving.....these 'handcrafted bali dolls' from Pigeon Pudding. These were an Instagram discovery and now a certain little someone is getting one for her 2nd birthday. I love supporting 'handmade', 'fairtrade' and 'small businesses'. These dolls are handmade in Bali by the Yayasan Kasih Peduli Anak (YKPA) foundation. YKPA is a not for profit organisation and registered orphanage which provides much needed care, shelter and education to neglected and abused Bali street kids.
Eating.....I've been pinning lots of dinnertime ideas over on Pinterest. Our evening meals were becoming somewhat predictable and I was desperate to try some new recipes. The yummiest dish so far has been this 'Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken'. You should try it!
Buying.....I managed to buy myself one of the last few copies of issue 1 of 'Hundreds and Thousands' magazine. I can't wait for the postman to deliver it. Handmade at its best!
Anticipating.....the new homewares collection by Beci Orpin. arrohome.com.
Growing.....lots of lovely lemons. I love their imperfections, they say 'homegrown' and make them seem more 'real'.
Sending.....my very first pen pal package. Hopefully the first of many more lovely exchanges. I'll post some photos of my parcel next week.
Baking.....Millie and I made this 'Banana Cake with Greek Yoghurt Frosting' today. I'm loving our little joint baking adventures.
What have you been writing, loving, eating, buying, anticipating, growing, sending or baking lately?
Happy days to you!
Melinda x
Reading.....The Artful Parent: Simple Ways to Fill Your Family's Life with Art & Creativity by Jean Van't Hul.
Admiring.....the gorgeous wares and story behind Humble Hilo.
Buying.....new seedlings for our patch. Looking forward to homegrown cherry tomatoes and fresh, crisp lettuce.
Baking.....mini Carrot & Apple Breakfast Muffins. Perfect for the freezer. Perfect for a quick snack.
Loving.....early mornings when the air is cool and the house is still.
Thinking.....about the year ahead and all that it has in store for us.
Planning.....Millie's big girl room. My focal point: a beautiful crochet blanket that my Mum made for Millie's first Christmas.
Eating.....way too many Peanut & Cacao Balls.
Playing.....in water and dirt with those little baby legs up there.
What have you been reading, admiring, buying, baking, loving, thinking, planning, eating or playing lately?
Happy days to you!
Melinda x
Loving.....my little family. I feel so blessed.
Eating:.....a delicious Sour Cherry Cake {gluten free}. I'll be sharing the recipe here on Thursday. That's how good it was!!!
Buying.....After selling a few goodies in my Etsy shop Garage Sale I treated myself to 'Mollie Makes Mama'. Can't wait for the postman to deliver it. If you're interested you can currently get 50% off on everything in my Etsy shop with the code GARAGESALE14.
Making.....I have lots of crafty projects on the go at the moment. A pair of shorts for Millie using some vintage fabric and this pattern. Two more mini dachshund softies and a rainbow garland for a special little someone.
Reading.....now that I'm not feeding Millie before bed we've started a new little bedtime routine. Bath, book and bedtime hugs. Her favourite book at the moment is 'I Want My Hat Back' by Jon Klassen. She loves it when Blake reads it as he does funny voices for each of the characters - much better than the voices I do. It makes me laugh too!
Growing.....my beloved Dad came over a few weeks ago for a much needed garden 'working bee'. He cleared out our vegie patch and I can't wait to get growing again. What's growing well at your place at the moment? I'll be planting the usual - tomatoes, lettuce, chives etc. but I would love to try some new things too. What do you recommend?
Playing.....we've been spending late afternoons in the garden, exploring every inch of our backyard, digging in our patch, playing with Spud, drawing on the blackboard and peeking at the neighbours through the fence (Millie not me). The cool breeze at this time of day is so refreshing and gives me that little boost I need to get through the dinner, bath, bed routine.
Thinking.....too much. I always do. I'm an over-thinker and I need to STOP it!
What have you been up to lately?
Happy days to you!
Melinda x
