tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post3826095718222950637..comments2023-03-22T08:56:43.689+00:00Comments on Stepping Out in Faith: Don't Mention the WarArweddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14025243624892141413noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-29553397238468406332012-04-24T21:51:49.119+01:002012-04-24T21:51:49.119+01:00When it's someone you know, it really brings i...When it's someone you know, it really brings it home, doesn't it.<br /><br />Will post the Welshcakes soon.<br /><br />Arwedd xxArweddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025243624892141413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-47917254804950123012012-04-23T22:10:20.038+01:002012-04-23T22:10:20.038+01:00I find the stories from the war fascinating especi...I find the stories from the war fascinating especially stories like yours of how the poeple used to cope by singing- truely amazing!<br /><br />I would love the recipe for Welsh cakes if you would be so kind as to post. We fell in love with Welsh cakes during our 'tour of Wales' last summer.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06460939600819890006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-11397850360763398732012-04-23T15:38:46.342+01:002012-04-23T15:38:46.342+01:00Jane, That's a really good idea and I bet they...Jane, That's a really good idea and I bet they'd be pleased that someone is interested. I might take the boys in with me. Thanks. Arwedd xx<br /><br />Jo, Wow, I'm so speechless. I can't believe that. Thank you, thank you, thank you, I would be delighted to accept. Thanks Arwedd xxArweddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025243624892141413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-90600130375467412942012-04-23T13:59:35.041+01:002012-04-23T13:59:35.041+01:00Yes, it's certainly important to mention the w...Yes, it's certainly important to mention the war to the next generation, it's the only way they'll learn about all the sacrifices these brave men and women made so that we can live the way we do today. I learnt a lot about my hubby's great grandfather whilst researching our family trees. He serves in the Royal Artillery in the first world war and my son did a project based on him for his History lesson at school. <br />I've left you an award on my blog. Don't feel obliged to accept it, I just want to let you know that I enjoy reading your blog.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-89392142433894466112012-04-23T13:32:35.652+01:002012-04-23T13:32:35.652+01:00Every generation of my family fought in wars. It&#...Every generation of my family fought in wars. It's so terribly sad that we don't seem to learn any lessons from war. My hubby has medals from his time in the Royal Navy so he knows how to put the ribbons on....we are a bit of a distance to help you with yours....but how about a visit to a Legion ...there may well be someone there who could help you.<br />Jane xJane and Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08102086552682194819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-46155123830380516192012-04-23T08:36:29.496+01:002012-04-23T08:36:29.496+01:00Will definitely try these.
Thanks Arwedd xxWill definitely try these.<br /><br />Thanks Arwedd xxArweddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025243624892141413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-87948402166444274882012-04-23T08:35:31.054+01:002012-04-23T08:35:31.054+01:00It's very sad isn't it.
The cakes taste ...It's very sad isn't it. <br /><br />The cakes taste even better than they look.<br /><br />Arwedd xxArweddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025243624892141413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-90595784714028483462012-04-23T08:34:17.987+01:002012-04-23T08:34:17.987+01:00WW1 was even tougher so I expect he was very remar...WW1 was even tougher so I expect he was very remarkable. I do think it's amazing that my sons have known three of their Great- Grandparents and all mine were gone before I knew them.<br />Thankfully I did know all my Grandparents.<br /><br />We're definitely all living longer, shame we didn't get to know them.<br /><br />Arwedd xxArweddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025243624892141413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-49568839029018141002012-04-22T23:58:15.236+01:002012-04-22T23:58:15.236+01:00You are right about the wars, it is so hard for us...You are right about the wars, it is so hard for us to comprehend how hard & terrible they were. The men & women were so brave & strong in such hard times. Both my grandfathers were exempt from participating as they were farmers, so while I am glad there are no horror stories in our family, I am a little sad that we do not have a closer connection to history. You have some lovely treasures from your grandparents. <br /><br />These biscuits are always popular here:<br /><br />Kiwi Crisps - aka Chocolate Chippies<br /><br />1/4 lb butter<br />2 oz sugar<br />Cream together. Add<br />2 level tablespoons of condensed milk<br />chocolate chips - as many as you like<br />1 breakfast cup flour<br />1 teaspoon baking powder<br />Roll into balls, place on tray and flatten with a fork. Bake in a moderate oven for 10-15 minutes.<br /><br />I always double this recipe. It is quite an oldie and my mother always made them for as long as I can remember. I think condensed milk is available over your way too. Anyway I won't be offended if your boys won't like them!!<br /><br />Thanks for joining my Blog too!!Sandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10546535273837250640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-70707581935874479562012-04-22T21:26:41.182+01:002012-04-22T21:26:41.182+01:00My grandfather also fought in WW1 and came back fr...My grandfather also fought in WW1 and came back from the trenches a broken man. Well done for tackling a difficult subject. Cakes look yummy! xxMrs Thriftyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05262448676261474746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5177569082720640214.post-3065496743618507142012-04-22T21:19:42.335+01:002012-04-22T21:19:42.335+01:00How wonderful that you have those keepsakes. My Gr...How wonderful that you have those keepsakes. My Grandad was born in 1891 and fought in the first world war. He was badly injured in his leg and they were still taking shrapnel out of him when he died in the late 1950s.I wish he had lived long enough for me to have known him - I think he must have been a remarkable man.Scarlethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01729719876504930455noreply@blogger.com