The time is here.

Time for cooking, baking and eating.  Oh how I love this time of year.

This year is expecially fun because Monkey is old enough to join me in the kitchen and actually be helpful. Thanks to the Learning Tower that Monga bought as a birthday present a couple of years ago, Monkey was able to crack the eggs, stir the dry ingredients and even control the speed on the mixer.  I love being able to share this time with her, and I hope it is something she and I enjoy for many years to come.

Monkey was a very good listener all day, and she was even a good sport about posing for the camera. (more…)