: About Me

Originally from England, I immigrated "across the pond" to America in 1983, and have spent most of my time living in Arizona, with a brief stint in California. I am multi-published, both in print and online, with magazine articles being my forte.

My passion is ...

Writing

My childhood ambition ...

To be a writer

Why I write ...

Because writing is my passion

My first job ...

Counting pennies in a cafe at age six

My inspiration ...

My inspiration is Stephen King, especially his early years as an unknown writer, when he was paying one bill per month, and was subject to utility disconnections. Stephen is so human, and deserving of every award he has received for his talents.

Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Recipes for baking bread from scratch

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There's nothing more tempting than the aroma of hot, fresh homemade bread, straight from the oven! Spread it with butter, jam, jelly or whatever takes your fancy, and you'll be coming back for more-so will everyone else-make plenty! Nearly 12,000 years ago, in Neolithic times, coarsely crushed grain mixed with water was laid on heated stones, and baked in hot ashes- the birth of flat breads; still part of everyday fare in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Discovery of naturally fermenting wheat doughs by the Egyptians produced a light, airy loaf similar to those of today. Egyptians are cre...

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