Heart and Soul: Mothers Day – Lessons from an heirloom


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There have been so many life stages which I've had to navigate through, and I've often had to rise above the storm and renew my resolve.

My kitchen is the place where I normally retreat to when I have to tackle burdens that seem overpowering. I bring out my measuring jug and spoons, baking trays, parchment paper and pastry brush. I hide in my kitchen, and bury myself in baking.

Uh-oh! Daily quota reached.


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