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Books that Changed My Life, A Brand New Recipe and More!
Published 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hello!
How are things in your corner of the world? My husband and I are just settling in at home after three weeks away in the US - but I'm delighted to announce there's more travel on the horizon soon!
There's more on that below, as well as three books I hope will inspire you as much as they have inspired me over the years. Plus I've got some delicious treats - including a brand new recipe on the blog. But first, a little peak behind the scenes.
Fast forward two years and we are off again - but we'll be heading to Alsace in France, on the border of Germany and Switzerland. We are taking the Bentley once again but this time our 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air (aka Tiffany) is coming along instead of the Rolls.
I took this photo as Tiffany was headed out for her pre-trip service - it's so important to make sure the cars are in great shape before we head off. We are all getting very excited about our trip! But first, Guy and I have another trip coming up next week that I will share a bit more about in the "This week I'm..." section below!
On St Patrick's Day, I posted a reel in tribute to my brave paternal Grandma, whose locket I am wearing in the photograph above. If you are interested in learning my Grandma Mary's story and seeing the photographs inside the locket, just click here to see it on Instagram or here for Facebook.
Three Books That Changed My Life
Here are three of the books that changed how I look at the world. (This section includes affiliate links*.)
This is a collection of 365 essays explaining simple ways to bring more gratitude, simplicity, order, harmony, beauty and joy into your life. I first read it when it was published in 1995, and I have read it every year since!
Published in 2009, this entertaining read offers lots of concrete hints and tips to bring more happiness into your daily life as well as inspiration for a happiness project of your own. I have re-read this book many times over the years and every time I read it I get new insights.
Jeffers explores fear as a natural part of the human condition, not something to be ashamed of or that we should allow to stop us from moving forward. It's a practical yet empathetic guide that I found really helpful, and I still refer back to it today.
Is there a book or books that changed your life? I would love to know! You can just hit reply to send a message straight to my inbox.
A Brand New Recipe
This dairy-free chocolate cake recipe has such a deep chocolatey flavour and wonderful texture that no one will guess is made without butter or milk. You can make it as a Bundt Cake, layer cakes or cupcakes.
Not in the mood for chocolate?
Lemon Crinkles
Try these delicious Lemon Crinkles. They are light, lemony and delicious!
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This week I'm...
My husband gifted me a city break for our anniversary, so I'm getting ready for a trip to Vienna! It's our first visit, so if you have been, please hit me up with your recommendations by replying to this email.
Reading - Introducing Mrs Collins* by Rachel Parris, a sequel to Pride and Prejudice and Salt, Acid, Fat, Heat* by Samin Nosrat, a Mother's Day gift from my son Alexander and his partner Hannah.
Watching - The new series of Scrubs (Season 10) on Disney Plus
Listening to - The Road to 1 Million Pageviews with Rachel Kirk on the Food Blogger Pro Podcast (Episode 562)
Looking forward to - All the travel we have coming up - and a visit to London to see SIX the musical. It's all about Henry VIII's six wives.
That's all for now. Have a wonderful weekend and I'll see you again next week!
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Warmly,
April x
April J Harris | Helping you make the most of life at home and away
Helping you make the most of life at home and away
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