Long days numbered

I really haven't baked much (at all?) since my parents visited in summer...time to get at it again.  I produced a biscotti and peanut butter biscuits - just wished they lasted longer!

With the shorter days rapidly approaching, we thought it expedient to take advantage of the 8 pm sunset and stunning day - bought pizzas and took them to Caroline Bay; after eating we took a wander to the rose gardens where the sun was so perfect and the light just beautiful.  I am dreading the approach of winter, although autumn still has a way to go and much of interest to appreciate - but on 1st April when daylight savings reverts, it will mark the onset of my least favourite season :