I debated whether or not to make a Christmas cake. We usually give most of it away to family but they all seemed to be going on a weight reduction plan. And plenty of other cakes were in the tins anyway. What’s more, at the time we were not expecting visitors. My youngest son who lives with us doesn’t eat fruit cake except the marzipan and icing. But hubby said Christmas would not be Christmas without a Christmas cake. So it was made, rich with fruit and spirits. The decorations, which have been in use for very many years came out of the drawer and those added the important traditional trimmings.
Ah but this year, the cake was much in demand. We have had more family members arrive, some staying, than ever before. Sadly, this is partly because of the death of four of our grandchildren’s other granny. And much to our delight a grandson staying five nights with his wife of nearly six months.
So a batch of baking is needed. But first other household chores need doing, including undressing the tree, washing, ironing, cleaning, shopping. Well, maybe I’ll sneak in a bit of pastry and a Victorian sandwich cake.
The Christmas cake? Just saved a piece for the guy who insisted on my making it!
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