#86: Roast lamb
‘A man may be a pessimistic determinist before lunch and an optimistic believer in the will’s freedom after it.’ – Aldous Huxley Oh yes, I remember now why I love visiting my parents… (Well, one of many reasons!)
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#85: The Gin House
‘Civilisation begins with distillation’ – William Faulkner
#84: Apron
‘Puns are the highest form of literature.’ – Alfred Hitchcock A James Bond related baking pun? My parents do know me well…
#83: Sewing machine
‘I am certain that a Sewing Machine would relieve as much human suffering as a hundred Lunatic Asylums, and possibly a good deal more.’ – Margaret Atwood, Alias Grace
#82: Dance, dance
‘Let us read, and let us dance; these two amusements will never do any harm to the world.’ – Voltaire
#81: Magnolia
‘Then he kissed her. At his lips’ touch she blossomed for him like a flower and the incarnation was complete.’ – F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby
#80: Train picnic
‘I don’t know why, but the meals we have on picnics always taste so much nicer than the ones we have indoors,’ said George.’ – Enid Blyton, Five Go Off in a Caravan
#79: New growth
‘It’s very simple. As you grow, you learn more.’ – Mitch Albom, Tuesdays with Morrie
#78: Wine tasting
‘Accept what life offers you and try to drink from every cup. All wines should be tasted; some should only be sipped, but with others, drink the whole bottle.’ – Paulo Coelho, Brida
#77: Ridiculous socks
“One can never have enough socks,” said Dumbledore. “Another Christmas has come and gone and I didn’t get a single pair. People will insist on giving me books.” – J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone I like wearing ridiculous socks. They’re usually hidden under boots or inside shoes, and no one knows but… Continue reading #77: Ridiculous socks