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The written word is evolving: punchy print headlines are morphing into SEO paragraphs, and in order to best spread Herbie’s magic of growing food, I am undertaking a makeover of sorts. A digital nip and tuck. I am meeting with a digital guru this month. Mr N has been recommended by one of my mentors, […]
Day 56: Communicating today Read More »
It’s one thing to write a book, and it’s another to sell it. Writing was the easy part, and after talking with a couple of publishers, I decided to self-publish the “Herbert Peabody” series. Why? Because I wanted Herbie to look, and feel, a certain way. I was new to the world of books, so
Day 55: How to start off in the book business Read More »
I’ve always loved to create. As a child, I would choreograph jazz ballet routines for my reflection in the family room windows, write poetry on scraps of paper, and tell original stories to my little sister. As an author, I am both elated and humbled that you are reading my work, and here’s why I
Day 54: 3 reasons why I love writing Read More »
I went to an organic food market on the weekend. Hubby went to order coffee while I minded a vintage wine barrel and four stools for us plus a dear friend, Mr S, and his son. We had Mr S’s dog, Massa, a beautiful Golden Retriever, with us, and as I was waiting, the man
Day 53: To market, to market, to meet a kindred spirit Read More »
Hubby and I have just returned from a roadtrip! We had a great time and caught up with wonderful friends, sharing delicious food and indulging in sensational vino. On the way over, I packed food to nibble on: almonds, strawberries, chocolate, protein balls, pears and mandarins. We also took two large bottles of water. On
Day 52: Why is it so hard to offer healthy food? Read More »
A long weekend is around the corner, so here are five ways to encourage your child to get out into the garden! 1. Show your child something new Have them draw a picture or write about what they’ve found. 2. Embrace “Let ME do it!” Allow your child to get their hands dirty by picking produce
Day 51: Five Top Tips to Get Your Kids Out Into The Garden Read More »
Wonderful things can happen over a cup of tea. You can be calmed and soothed or, like today, stimulated. A utility saleswoman knocked at our door this afternoon, offering cheaper electricity. Miss P was bright and friendly and incredible at her job. As it was a chilly day, I invited her in for a cup
Day 50: Pot of call Read More »
“Can you believe it’s nearly June?” a girl asked her friend as they stood in front of me, queuing for a movie ticket. I found myself in as much disbelief as they were. But I was astonished by their observation – I am in my thirties, and these girls would have been less than ten
Day 49: Making time for ourselves Read More »
Tonight, my dad treated us to a Moroccan inspired meal accompanied by bread straight from the oven. Warm, fresh bread spread with butter – nothing comes close to the taste, the texture and the aroma of this simple and delightful combination. Fresh, natural food needs no enhancement because real ingredients deliver satisfaction. And any after
Day 48: Bake your own Read More »
I love pears, especially the beurre bosc varietal. They are the colour of comfort food, and that was tonight’s dessert: diced pears cooked on the stove with butter, caramelised in their own natural sugar. My mum has type one diabetes so when we were growing up, we rarely added sugar to our dessert. Peaches straight
Day 47: Sweet enough, naturally Read More »
The adventures of Herbert Peabody focus on connecting children with where food comes from, and centre around problem solving and co-operation.