Hubby and I were recently invited to a wedding and the invitation clearly stated that no children were allowed.

I must admit that upon first finding out that I would have to leave my girls at home on the day and have to find a babysitter, I was a bit annoyed. I’ve never been to a wedding where children were not allowed and since the wedding started at 3pm, I didn’t think it was necessary to exclude children.

I made this for a birthday at work and wow what a success it was. The trick is that its both moist, not too sweet and totally yummie. Everyone loved the cream cheese icing. Highly recommended and it’s made without eggs for vegans like me.

It’s only as a mom and later in life that I understand better what it must have been like to be a parent to us, with your circumstances, and with your own upbringing.

Fathers’ Day can be a toughie for those without dads, as I’m sure Mothers’ Day is for those without moms. But my mom and I have a special way of doing things that makes us feel better about having to survive without Dad for so many years.

When Star Trek was seriously HOT, in my long-forgotten youth, I really wasn’t much of a “Trekkie”. I was far more of a Star Wars fan, but somehow this movie just got under my skin! I was sold from beginning to end and didn’t even notice how long it was, as I was having so much fun.

A great meal for those cold winter nights to warm the tummies of your little ones. It looks like there’s a cold front approaching, so this may work well. You can choose whatever meat your family prefers, whether it’s lamb, beef or pork. If you use beef you may need to leave it in the overn for a bit longer. Enjoy and stay warm!

I’m nuts for admitting it in public, that’s for sure. I’ve had responses that range from ‘That’s selfish.’ to ‘That’s cruel!’; from ‘You’ll be sorry when you can’t have more.’ to ‘When you’re aged Milla will have to care for you alone.’

There are others, but these are the most common. So let’s look at them.

For the easiest baked cheesecake you will ever make try this recipe. My kids love it and my son often asks for it for his birthday. It is quick and easy as well as versatile – you can dress it up or down and best of all as far as desserts go it is relatively healthy!

Studying and writing exams or tests is common to all children these days in South Africa. As parents we want our children to do well but often don’t know where to start. Here are some practical tips to help your child to study more successfully.

I don’t think any of us associate exams with being relaxed, but bringing these two together is the answer to exam success.

The more stressed you are, the less clearly you can think.