Happy Birthday Sifting Focus and Cinnamon-Scented Devil’s Food Cupcakes

Cinnamon Scented Devil

My heart swells with gratitude as Sifting Focus turns “1”.  You, my readers, have offered up such kind words of encouragement during this past year.   Your thoughtful comments make the sharing of this personal baking journal all the more … Continue reading




Brown Sugar,Pear and Pistachio Cake with Spiced Buttercream

"Brown Sugar, Pear and Pistachio Cake Recipe"

Life is full of decision making.  I once read that we make, on average, around seventy decisions in any given day.  From when to rise, what to eat for breakfast, whether or not to go to the gym, – to … Continue reading