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Craft Corner: DIY Paper Kite
In June, I shared the news that I have been shortlisted for the Kelpies Prize for Writing 2026. The story I submitted is about a…
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Himbeer Quarkspeise – Raspberry Quark Dessert
Suitable for vegetarian, gluten free, nut free; can be made lactose free In Germany, we LOVE to use quark in cooking. I’ve seen it…
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Scottish Book of the Week: Breaker
For this week’s instalment of reading my way around Scotland through children’s books, we have a contemporary adventure story set in the East Lothian…
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Planning for August
We’re looking ahead to the end of the summer holidays. Two weeks from today, the kids will be back at school already! I’m updating…
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Maison de Moggy – Edinburgh’s Cat Cafe
My kids have been pestering me for a while to visit the cat cafe here in Edinburgh. We don’t have any pets, so I…
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Scottish Book of the Week: Adam-2
Continuing with my wee personal project, to read my way around Scotland through children’s books, this week we’re venturing into the genre of science…
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Honeydew Melon Salad
Suitable for vegetarian, gluten free, nut free; can be made lactose free If you’re looking for a quick, refreshing summer picnic or side dish…
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Craft Corner: Puffin Windsock
A couple of weeks ago I shared the news that I have been shortlisted for the Kelpies Prize for Writing 2026. The story I submitted…
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