Sunshine is out!

It's far too beautiful outside to spend the day inside on the computer. I'm heading outside to enjoy the sunshine now, but I'll leave you with this photo of the flowers in our backyard.

Hope that you're having a lovely weekend!

"People travel to wonder at the height of the mountains, at the huge waves of the seas, at the long course of the rivers, at the vast compass of the ocean, at the circular motion of the stars, and yet they pass by themselves without wondering."
~ St. Augustine

            How easy it is to forget that waking up each morning is a miracle, that each time my heart beats it's a gift. I'm thankful for life, thankful that I can believe in a God who is far bigger than I can comprehend, and that He gives me life each day and the freedom to choose how I live my life. Life is fragile, and life is full of beauty, even in this world of pain there are a million reminders of how awesome God is!

Oats n' berry crumble

I've been having fun looking at this food blog: Oh She Glows some really healthy and great recipes there.

Cakes

Raspberry Lime cheesecake

There is something about baking that calms me, and something about creating food that both looks and tastes delicious that gives me satisfaction.

         I baked two cakes for my man's birthday (partly in the case one didn't turn out, I'd have a back up but also because I simply wanted to). The second was a triple chocolate cake. The top layer didn't turn out as perfect as it could have. But despite it melting down the side, the taste was the perfect melt-in-your-mouth that I was hoping for.

Triple Chocolate mouse cake

 If you want a great cheesecake, the recipe for this cheesecake came from this great food blog: Annie's Eats - Lime Cheesecake with Blackberry Sauce

 Spring Update

The snowbells in our backyard are getting along nicely despite the fresh snow this week :)