You guys would see me using this phrase for the last few years (ok, more like 6 or so) to sum up the stuff that goes down around these parts most Mondays. I don't know what it is about a Monday that makes me so productive, maybe it's the laziness (yeah right) of the weekend but when that Monday … [Read more...]
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Holidays and kids and expectations
September 7, 2018 by 8 Comments
I have long admitted my problem with expectations and the frustrations I have when they are not met. I think I first wrote about back in 2014 when the kids were a little smaller, and I was a little younger I suppose. I definitely think that they have dropped somewhat since then. Maybe it's … [Read more...]
Full Maggie Update: 3 years, 3 months
September 5, 2018 by 14 Comments
Do you remember the last update I gave you about Mags? It was a tale of tantrums and toddler meltdowns, of despair and frustration and so many tears (from both of us). Well here we are 6 weeks later and I cannot begin to tell you what a different kid we have on our hands. I always think that … [Read more...]
Solving the Big issues: Retro comfort classic
September 4, 2018 by 31 Comments
I blame the weather (thankfully it's WET as well as cold here so far this week), but I cannot stop eating. ALL of the things. Actually, maybe it's the fact that I have been a bit off my game this year (my confidence has been lower than normal) that I have just been a bit meh all bloody year. I … [Read more...]
Ever closer: Chewy sultana biscuit perfection
August 31, 2018 by 4 Comments
Now you know I have been on the search for the M&S Sultana biscuit look alike since my mate brought me back a packet from London recently. I tried with these a week or so ago, but I wasn't entirely happy with the texture. I got a comment from a reader saying that I should check out Ottolenghi's … [Read more...]
Some ways I beat the mid winter blues
August 24, 2018 by 6 Comments
I just had a trawl through my blog and it seems that EVERY year at around this time, I seem to get the mid winter blues. Huh. Well, it's mid for us down here because we really don't seem to see a change in the weather and temperatures until at least mid to late October. The endless fires and ash and … [Read more...]
Reader recipe: A versatile & delicious Yoghurt Cake
August 23, 2018 by 22 Comments
You know what I love? Getting emails from you guys! I get all kinds of ones: requests for recipes or help with cooking or menu planning for a party you might be holding. Asking about taking the plunge for another kid, making a tree change, following up something I posted a while back or just a … [Read more...]
Now I am 41
August 18, 2018 by 24 Comments
I had a birthday on Thursday and apparently that means that I am now 41. Huh. I've had such a lovely few days with lots of catch ups with family and friends, it's been a lovely celebration that has filled me up with happiness. What more could you ask for for your birthday? Nothing! I knew … [Read more...]
The MUST have travel accessory: FRANKiE4 Active Flats
August 17, 2018 by 260 Comments
A sponsored post for FRANKiE4 Footwear This giveaway has now closed and the winners have been chosen (Janine & Greta are the lucky winners and have been notified) There’s nothing much I love doing more than using my passport. The planning of an overseas trip, all the trawling through AirBnB … [Read more...]
A golden ticket to visit Ms. Peacock Fine Chocolates
August 14, 2018 by 6 Comments
I still get that flutter of excitement I first got when I watched Charlie and the Chocolate Factory when I watch it with the kids. You know the part where they walk into the hallway that gets smaller and smaller and then the door opens to the factory inside? "If you want to view paradise Simply … [Read more...]
Monday Meal Ideas: The crunch of a good salad
August 13, 2018 by 4 Comments
I always get to this time of winter and feel completely and ENTIRELY over it. Anyone else? Yesterday I looked at the thin layer of ash of everything, dismayed at having to do the fire AGAIN and the chopping and the stacking. I cursed the arctic wind and temperature and looked at the spring blooms … [Read more...]
Get some greens into ya: Spanakopita
August 9, 2018 by Leave a Comment
God bless Instagram stories for its ability to take me (for waaaaaaaay longer than it should) to beautiful places all around the world, into people's homes and wardrobes, gardens and my all time favourite: THE KITCHEN. One of my good friend's Ruth aka Gourmet Girlfriend is always an inspiration to … [Read more...]
Why did we all want to be grown ups again?
August 8, 2018 by 65 Comments
Remember thinking how good it would be? The doing whatever you wanted, eating whatever you wanted, not having to listen to anyone tell you what to do? HA. If only I knew that when I walk into a room now I see this. All while being yelled at by children we made FROM FREE CHOICE. Who are mini versions … [Read more...]
How we can all help Aussie farmers doing it tough right now
August 6, 2018 by 17 Comments
It's hard not to notice (especially in the last few days and media attention) that there are huge parts of our country in drought. Even down here in the (usual green rolling hills) of the Southern Highlands it's dry and there are farmers down the road, over the hill, all around these parts that are … [Read more...]
Beyond the Garden Gate: a look inside the best gardens of the Highlands
August 3, 2018 by 4 Comments
When I was about Daisy's age instead of Justin Bieber posters (or the equivalent) on my bedroom wall, I had posters with photos of gardens. Yep. Bluebells and tulips, pictures of Monet's Garden in Giverny through all the different seasons. I had coffee table books that my Mum & Dad had given me … [Read more...]
So the blog turned 12 on the weekend…
August 2, 2018 by 59 Comments
On Sunday the 29th July you know what kicked over? The 12th year of blogging for BabyMac! I know right? How can it be 2 years since I celebrated my 10th blog birthday and yet somehow, just like it's "apparently" August today, it happened. Shall we celebrate? Let me get you a drink. What do you … [Read more...]
Styling You Turned 10 and I went along to celebrate!
July 30, 2018 by 6 Comments
You know me, tell me you are having a party and I will BE there. No matter how far or for how short a time, I will wrangle someone to look after the kids and hightail it. And this weekend was no exception, as it was Styling You's 10th Blog Birthday. Nikki has been a blogging friend since March 2011 … [Read more...]
Apple Crumble Slice
July 24, 2018 by 12 Comments
The idea for this Apple crumble slice came about last week when we were away at the beach. My brother and sister and law and kids came and stayed for the night and I made a huge batch of apple crumble for dessert and there were lots of leftovers which we got stuck into cold the next day. In fact, my … [Read more...]
Full Maggie Update: 3 years, 2 months
July 20, 2018 by 11 Comments
These are dangerous times my friend, do not be fooled by this, because we are well and truly THREE and oh shit, I had forgotten all about 3. Three is FULL ON. And before you tell me 4 is worse, just don't. I have forgotten all about these ages which is odd seeing as I have done it twice … [Read more...]
School holiday BAKE OFF
July 19, 2018 by 3 Comments
How's the holidays going friends? What's the story with NSW and the rest of the states being so out of tune with each other? Made 78 million platters of food? Me too! I am digging deep as we head into the last few days and you know what I am doing? Baking. Getting the girls to bake. Eating ALL OF … [Read more...]
