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Gluten-Free Rhubarb Scones with a Pink Lemonade Glaze

Barbara Bamber — Fri, 20 Jun 2014 19:48:33 +0000

And just like that, the morning after a week confined to a rain-smothered earth.. we’re roused by the weak but determined rays of sun breaking through the cloudy morning skies. Fragrant wet grass breathes as we celebrate.. the last of the rain moving off into the distance by the cool wind’s gentle nudging of clouds. […]

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Kitchen Daily Canada has Launched!

Barbara Bamber — Sat, 07 Jun 2014 00:30:06 +0000

Kitchen Daily Canada is live and it’s officially time to spread the word! Tell your family, tell your friends, tell your fellow bloggers! Join the celebration online and help us make this launch successful and exciting! When I was approached to see if I would like to be a contributor Kitchen Daily I couldn’t refuse. […]

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Magnolia Rose Cupcakes { Gluten-Free }

Barbara Bamber — Thu, 22 May 2014 05:16:19 +0000

Have you heard of Songza? It’s my favorite iTunes app.. the main menu allows you to select Moods, like.. Hypnotic, Lush, Motivational, Nocturnal and Mellow just to name a few. And.. I just discovered that you can play the same tunes on your computer at http://songza.com ♥ So Mellow was the mood of the afternoon […]

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Matrimonial Cake Granola

Barbara Bamber — Sun, 18 May 2014 16:03:02 +0000

I have a thing for weddings.. and Date Squares! Here in Western Canada they’re sometimes called Matrimonial Cake because of wedding traditions that go back to ancient times that involved cakes and sweetmeats that were crumbled and tossed over the bride and groom’s head for good luck. If they ran out of cake crumbs, the […]

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Reboot with Joe Day Two

Barbara Bamber — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 13:22:21 +0000

I woke up relieved that my headache was gone and I was surprisingly happy to continue on with my Reboot with Joe cleanse. I am not the kind of girl who usually gets past one day of any cleanse, so this was a surprise. Headache gone, rested, we brought out the ingredients for our morning […]

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Gluten-Free Mayer Lemon and Blueberry Granola

Barbara Bamber — Thu, 20 Mar 2014 05:07:06 +0000

When my son Phil was born, we lived in a bungalow with only two bedrooms on the main floor. I loved that first home, it had an award winning rock garden out front that was planted by the first owner. But only two bedrooms, so I decorated the office just at the bottom of the […]

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Gluten-Free + Vegan Triple Chocolate Protein Bars

Barbara Bamber — Sun, 09 Mar 2014 15:39:59 +0000

It’s hard to take risks, sticking yourself out there can be nerve wracking. My kids and their friends are looking for summer employment and, while it’s only temporary, they’d like it to be something they can add to their skill set on their resume. Ours is a boom town, which means job opportunities, but also […]

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In Smidge’s Kitchen

Barbara Bamber — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 06:00:47 +0000

I’m so excited to be joining the gang over at Celia’s { Fig, Jam and Lime Cordial } “In My Kitchen” for March, 2014 ♥ Welcome to Smidge’s kitchen! Let’s begin with the kitchen island, shall we, where it looks like a “Produce Bomb” has gone off. I’ve just returned from a grocery run and, […]

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Vegan Roasted Butternut Squash with Asparagus Shoots

Barbara Bamber — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 04:50:37 +0000

A friend of mine got married on the weekend. It was such a lovely affair, but not in a “stuffy” formal way.. there were smiles and laughter everywhere. One of the best ideas, was the photo booth, where guests could select dress up items and pose for photos. The theme was black and white, tables […]

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Vegan Raw White Chia Vanilla Pudding

Barbara Bamber — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 16:52:42 +0000

My daughter and I have been taking some small steps towards eating healthier this year by introducing more raw foods into our diet. While I would never be a Raw Food purist, it is wonderful to discover new ingredients that are a fun addition to everyday meals. I tend to eat smaller servings of […]

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Learning to Let Go

Barbara Bamber — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 06:11:44 +0000

Remember how I always write about “just jumping in” taking risks and trying new projects? For the past month, I’ve had this totally irrational fear of Crafting Failure I know.. completely ridiculous and in the scheme of things.. inconsequential. ♥ What I don’t get is where this mind set came from? Had I lost my […]

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Gluten~Free Mulligatawny Turkey Meatloaf

Barbara Bamber — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 13:48:13 +0000

You all know I’ve been investigating grocery store chain food pricing.. well wait ’til you read this: Two days ago, Superstore had SunRype Apple Juice ( 1 Liter ) on sale.. right at the front where you walk in, stacked in those BIG bins to catch your eye.. because they’re the items with a BIG […]

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Just a Smidgen ~ Smidge’s Favorites from Last Year!

Barbara Bamber — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 16:33:13 +0000

In addition to the Top 10 viewed Crafts, DIY and Recipes, here are Smidge’s favorite much-loved posts from Just a Smidgen 2013! January Red Velvet Chambord Surprise ♡ Cake with Ruffled Frosting Sweetheart Rose Petal Soaps DIY Blushing Marshmallow Hearts February Spring Pastel Layer Cake SweetAmbs Brush Embroidery Cookies March Spring Festivus Spring Anenome Cupcakes […]

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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Scones with Maple Glaze

Barbara Bamber — Sun, 27 Oct 2013 13:25:06 +0000

my inner clock almost always wakes me early so I wrap up in my robe, tip-toe down the stairs, brew a pot of coffee, and read the morning paper before anyone else stirs to join in. On weekends, there’s all the time in the world to make a hot scone to surprise groggy sleepy-heads ♥ […]

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Sweet Potato ‘n Five~Spice Muffins

Barbara Bamber — Fri, 23 Aug 2013 04:39:04 +0000

The thing about the lake.. is that you can stay there long enough that you know when it’s time to head back home and not drive your parents too crazy.. { this is my Dad, Mom and cuz Marilee } The signs are all there: you’ve rested enough, played enough, wandered through Farmer’s Markets […]

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