Chocolate Cloud Cake
Here’s a recipe for something totally luxurious courtesy of Nigella Lawson – just in case you thought I was getting all holy and serious on you!
This one is made without flour, is totally decadent and probably one I won’t be making until after the wedding dress! As she suggested, perhaps a dessert for a New Years Eve party…
Enjoy!
I read this poem by Mary Oliver a while back. For me, it speaks of simplicity in prayer; daring to take small humble steps in the prayer-relationship with God, starting with the ordinary everyday. Are you like me? Intimidated by the apparent spirituality of other people and thinking your self unworthy to pray? Feeling as if you can’t open your mouth to speak to God for fear that what will come out is totally unsound? Or bogged down by the bombardment of life’s responsibilities and commitments – not knowing where to begin your prayers? This poem is for you – to know that God is the God of all, the small seemingly insignificant details. He desires to hear from you. It doesn’t have to be intricately worded or perfect. You are before God, not in front of a panel of judges – there are no prizes for the best prayer nor punishments for the worst. Focus and concentration are required, coupled with boldness and faith. Praise Him for anything, everything He has done. And when you have spoken or even before you start, be still. The still small voice of God longs to whisper to you.
Believe God’s eyes are upon us always and His ears are attentive to our prayers.
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