Tag: Sparkle Ellie
Working through my creative constipation
The year corona hit South Africa’s shore is the year that I wrote the least blogs ever. I know the year isn’t over and at this moment it is that year, but I don’t think I am going to meet my blo... Read More
Cheat Daleesh Chocolate Cake
The cheat isn’t about the calories. Calories don’t count when eating chocolate cake or during a pandemic. The cheat is about using cake mix and not making it from a scratch. Scratch cakes have the... Read More
Our Journey with our Megaoesophagus Kitten*
*See update on Ollie – May 2021 It had been several weeks of struggling, multiple vet visits, a bout of antibiotics, probiotics, x-rays, nausea shots, and prayer requests that I heard the words ... Read More
Coffee-Nut Date Loaf
I was craving a date or two during the lockdown. And let’s be honest who doesn’t enjoy a good date now and then? Armed with my date-craving and the lockdown baking bug, as well as the best coffee ... Read More
Signs that your cat or kitten may be sick
Even with all the love and care in the world, your cat or kitten may get sick. You can make sure all their vaccinations are up to date, they eat only vet-approved food, you pamper and protect them –... Read More
Are you dealing with a Narcissist?
Narcissists. You have either dealt with one, seen one in action, heard about one or maybe you are one. But what is a narcissist?... Read More
PB+J Oat COVID Crumble
No matter whether you are working during the lockdown or not, there is no Mr D, Uber Eats or ordering-in. So, baking, cooking and experimenting are the only ways forward (for now). And with COVID-19, ... Read More
Twenty-Twenty: Lessons Learnt in the Last Decade
Many people have taken the time to reflect where from and how far they have come in the last decade. And perhaps they have looked ahead to the “twenties” and set some loose goals or dreams to achi... Read More