After raising 3 sons I now cook for myself. I love to try new dessert recipes I enjoy gathering the family together for holidays. Holidays are my times to cook, bake and enjoy the family. a very large rose encrusted birthday cake for a surprise party. My first dinner for my in-laws. I tried a flaming....'something' What a huge fiasco. I barely knew how to boil water. Now I stick to improving on the the basics. Easy does it is my motto.