Monthly Archives: April 2011

Not a health food…

Posted on April 19, 2011 by nicdempsey

This weekend was the weekend of carrot cake. Adam had a birthday party on Saturday and I made him a birthday cake On Sunday Jo and Tabitha came to lunch. Tabitha (all of 15 months) is fussy about most food. … Continue reading →

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Tabitha at the park

Posted on April 18, 2011 by nicdempsey

Jo and Tabitha came for lunch and after a lot of cake, we went to the park. Seesaw Swing Lost in thought Who’s pushing me? This is fun Thinking Mmm.. I’m coming over there…

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Friday night cocktail…

Posted on April 15, 2011 by nicdempsey

The Kamikaze… I don’t really drink Vodka, I have nothing against it, but my white spirit of choice is gin and my favourite cocktails are gin martinis and manhattans, so other cocktails tend to revolve around the booze I already … Continue reading →

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Reasons to be cheerful..

Posted on April 13, 2011 by nicdempsey

1) Got up early when for a walk with Kathy. 2) Time in the kitchen, made chilli, roasted vegetables, made bisap 3) Time spent with godchildren 2, 3, 4 & 5. Can’t believe those tiny babies are 10 and 8, … Continue reading →

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What I’ve Read – March 2011

Posted on April 12, 2011 by nicdempsey

Ok, I did read more than one new book in March, even if it’s way into April before I’ve managed to post this… 18. Suite Scarlett – Maureen Johnson This is another one that I read and ended up giving … Continue reading →

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Baking

Posted on April 11, 2011 by nicdempsey

Tonight I am going to dinner at Sarah’s. Sarah pretty much only cooks three things (one of those things is vodka jelly) and is at work all day. So I’m taking dinner to her house, dinner will consist of leek, … Continue reading →

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Saturday morning…

Posted on April 9, 2011 by nicdempsey

Coffee and pancakes with blueberry sauce…

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Reasons to be cheerful..

Posted on April 8, 2011 by nicdempsey

1) This is from last night but walking into the OXO Bar and have the person on reception tell me that they have no room, only to have the bar manager recognise me and find me a table with a … Continue reading →

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Reasons to be cheerful..

Posted on April 7, 2011 by nicdempsey

1) In Our Time on Radio Four this morning…about Octavia Hill, I miss the introduction but realise it’s her they’re talking about, which makes me feel quite brainy. Also Peabody (last employer gets a mention!) 2) Making bread, homemade bread … Continue reading →

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Reasons to be cheerful..

Posted on April 6, 2011 by nicdempsey

1. Spring is springing, it’s a beautiful day, the sun is shining and I get to wear flip flops in public again. 2. A walk in the morning with Tina and another in the afternoon to catch up, lovely to … Continue reading →

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