Nathaniel joined us for our daily walk to the creek. He always gets up very early for school, so it wasn’t a stretch for him. It’s traditional for the toy camera to record the event, at least the first time of a particular visit. The fellows were bundled up, since the temperature was slightly below freezing when we set out.
After our grandson said he had made a Black Forest Cake at home, John hinted he wouldn’t mind if he made one at our house. I went in the kitchen with him to make sure he could find everything he needed. I said, “I’ll sit here and read the newspaper, so I’ll be close if you need anything. I know not to talk while people work in the kitchen.”
That’s when I found out the difference between a home cook and a chef. I can’t do two things at once, so if people talk to me while I’m cooking, everything comes to a halt until the conversation is over. Not so with Nathaniel. He said, “It doesn’t bother me if you talk. I work in a noisy kitchen all the time.”
Nate asked a question, and I was fine until I turned to reply. I burst out laughing, not being able to talk to someone who looked like he was wearing dangling earrings, swinging wildly. His phone was in the pocket of the apron because he was listening to music as he worked. I had permission to video a reenactment.
Lunch was a family affair. John started the charcoal fire, and Nathaniel cooked the meat while I cleaned off the table. This was the first time this year for us to eat on the screened porch. Usually we work up to it gradually, going outside and wearing heavy sweaters when it is really too chilly to be outside. We left the kitchen door open, because it was warmer outside than in. Despite the reality of the weather, Nathaniel will still be praying for snow.
Sounds like you had a lovely visit. How was the cake?
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The cake isn’t ready yet. The cherries will be soaked in Kirsch, and then he’ll prepare the filling and the frosting.
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the cake sounds as good as the screened porch!! I know you love having Nathaniel with you! And I hope it snows for him.
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Thank you for snow wishing for Nathaniel. He had already gone back to NY when we had a good snow, and his brother was still here to enjoy it. It is N’s turn.
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That sounds yummy!
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Roll on the time your Black Forest Cake is ready. I had a BFG at the weekend with my Bruv only there was still a third left when he went home on Sunday. Needless to say it didn’t reach Monday.
Have a Great week Anne.
xxx Massive Hugs xxx
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I’m glad you took care of your cake. We will begin eating ours on Wednesday or Thursday.
Xxx chocolate hugs xxx
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Love the video! Your visit (and your cake) sound wonderful. Love those grandkids!
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We are having a marvelous time with Nathaniel. He’s a stitch.
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Can’t wait to hear how the cake turns out! What a double treat!
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Haha! I love this: “John hinted he wouldn’t mind if” Nathan made the cake at your house. Tee hee!! Oh I’m so envious! 😄
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The cake isn’t finished yet, but I wish I could share it with you.
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Aw, so sweet of you to say. Thanks Anne!
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Lol. Cute video!!!
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So jealous you are eating on your porch already. We’ve had some mild weather but it’s still too cold on the porch.
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It may be two months before we eat on the porch again. Our weather is best described as iffy.
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I’m thinking if Logan smells the cake baking you’ll have a 4th for dessert.
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