I pull you from the oven and admire your magnificence:A perfect portion of edible Christmas.Sparkling with crunchy sugar,Just beginning to melt. Your aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg fills the room;Juicy sultanas, glacé cherries and cranberries,Infused with brandy and orange.Unreasonably festive. Your rich, buttery shortcrustIs golden, crisp and crumbly;No soggy bottoms here.A triumph of seasonal engineering.… Continue reading Ode to a Mince Pie
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Advent Tale
I've been inspired to start writing again so am challenging myself to write a story, poem or essay every day until Christmas. No procrastinating or editing. Just get it done. Here goes. Not just for kids anymore. No simple image behind a cardboard door. Instead, it's chocolates, jams, coffee and candy, Whisky, beer, wine and… Continue reading Advent Tale
