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Bunny Cake

When was the last time you baked a cake? 

I’m not a baker however I like to eat the icing. The last time I baked a cake was probably 20+ years ago. 

You are probably thinking REALLY?  Yes, really!!

I was inspired to give it a try this weekend after seeing a Bunny Cake posted on Facebook and thought I’d share it with you today. It didn’t turn our exactly like the cake I was inspired by but that’s okay.

Bunny Cake Tips

• Bunny peeps – These were hard to find, especially in different colors.  I suggest shopping NOW if you’re looking for the bunnies. Try different stores, not all stores had them.  I got mine at Walmart.
• Baking pans – Make sure you have round baking pans in your house before mixing up the cake batter.  I told you I hadn’t baked a cake in a while.  This is why my cake turned into a different shape, I used a few glass dishes to bake in since I didn’t have round baking pans
• Icing – Don’t ice a cake when it’s 88 degrees.  I know what the ‘Cake Wars’ people feel like now when their icing is melting all over and they have minutes to finish their project.
• Give the cake as a gift when you're done!  You will gain weight just looking at it! No lie!

Now I think I’m ready for a cake decorating class. What do you think?

Top Left: My inspiration, found at this Facebook Page

Middle: My Cake

Bottom Right: My friend Kathy's Cake

 

Have an inspiring week!

Sonja

 

 

A Dog's Purpose

I was cooking breakfast this morning with a yellow Labrador (Comet) by my side. Comet was begging and counter surfing when I received an email that made me stop and think.

The email was titled “A Dog’s Purpose”. It told a story about a 6 year old boy having to say ‘good-bye’ and let his dog go to doggie heaven.

The little boy was pretty smart; he had a comforting reason why dogs don’t live as long as humans.  Dogs have less to learn. Dogs are born knowing how to live simple, love generously, care deeply and speak kindly. Humans live longer because they need more time to learn all these things.

So about the time I was going to yell “Comet, get out of the kitchen!”, I decided to bite my tongue and remember why I have multiple dogs. I decided to remember what they teach us and to remind myself that one day Comet will not be by my side and I’ll miss that.

Whether you have a dog or not, think about what they teach us:

• When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
• Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
• Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.
• Take naps.
• Stretch before rising.
• Run, romp, and play daily.
• Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
• Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
• On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
• On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
• When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
• Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
• Be loyal.
• Never pretend to be something you're not.
• If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
• When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently. 

Have an inspiring day!

Sonja

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Have an inspiring day!

Sonja