My favourite things.

Since the death of my dear sister Norma I still find it difficult to concentrate on writing, when I'm feeling sad I try to think of my Favourite things.... Of course this will bring to mind the wonderful scene in the movie of The Sound Of Music where the legendary Julie Andrews sang to the 'Von Trapp' children, whilst there was a fearsome thunderstorm......  

singing to the children.

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens,

Chloe my kitten cat sporting her gorgeous whiskers

 Bright copper kettles and warm woollen mittens,

 Brown paper packages tied up in string,

'These are a few of my favourite things'.

My favourite fireplace, where I sit in my comfy reclining chair, usually with Chloe Cat sitting on my lap, whilst I tap away on the keyboard.

The River Mersey Ferry.

My all time favourite band

The wonderful Beatles. I actually saw them performing at The Cavern in the 'sixties'. just when they were on the cusp of fame....They went on to perform on The Ed Sullivan Show...the rest is history..

So when I'm feeling sad  I think of them and the wonderful FUN we had in Liverpool watching our FAVOURITE bands performing.

'Ferry cross the Mersey', the song immortalised by Gerry and the Pacemakers, another famous Liverpool band.

One of my most Favourite dishes

   Baked Aubergines stuffed with fragrant minced lamb tomatoes and herbs

The actual name of this delicious Turkish dish is  IMAN BAYILDI, which roughly translated means, The Iman, who had a passion for Aubergines, was presented  with the new recipe, prepared by a new chef, was so delighted with it that he FAINTED....I make this often and it is truly delicious, the above picture is one of my efforts and it was truly FANTASTIC ! (She said with an air of modesty enveloping her)!

I was given this recipe by the owner of a small  FRIENDLY FAMILY RUN Locanta during on of our many travels through Turkey.

FINALLY I must FINISH by mentioning the very most FAVOURITE and treasured parts of my life...My wonderful loving husband, my FAMILY and FACEBOOK FRIENDS.

The amazing people from all over the world, who share their lives with us on Abc Wednesday.

 You all fill my life with joy and fun in so many ways. I have been particularly touched by the support and kind words expressed to me and my family during our bereavement.

 Thank you, Di xx

Thanks to Denise for devising ABCW...such a fabulous lady! Where would we be without the never faltering Roger who fastidulously supports and encourages us all to do our stuff week after week.

Not forgetting Leslie from Vancouver who also plays a big part in administration along with team of supporters who help with the visits.