Going back to my Roots

Posted on October 30, 2019October 30, 2019 by one1_bored_e_m1n

For years I’ve taken the home-cooked food from my family for granted. Having children has changed all that and three fabulous dinners have made me realise how short-sighted I have been.    I&#... Read More

A Family friend

Posted on February 28, 2018March 9, 2018 by one1_bored_e_m1n

Last week, I learned of the death of a family friend in Trinidad. This man, who I knew as “Uncle V”, was a family friend in the truest sense of the word. I feel little sadness at Uncle V&... Read More

The meaning of excess

Posted on November 15, 2017January 24, 2018 by one1_bored_e_m1n

Live TV It is Strictly season in our house at the moment. Mrs OBEM loves it, she always has done. Our daughter loves it too. Watching her watch Strictly is entertainment in itself. She is mesmerised b... Read More

Appreciation

Posted on July 14, 2017October 3, 2017 by one1_bored_e_m1n

Being appreciated is one of the many pleasant bonuses that comes with being a parent. Both my children have good appetites and so a quick way to a healthy slice of appreciation is through food. Saturd... Read More