Presents

Birthday gifts for twins

My eldest attended a birthday party on Saturday. But along with the party is the unspoken rule of having to purchase gifts for the child. I don't mind this, especially as I know that this is the only party that they have ever had. But how am I meant to know what to get 11 year old boys that I barely know?

Birthdays.

My son's birthday cake made by his brother

I had an interesting birthday. Almost no presents. It was lovely. There was no pretending that gifts I didn't want were lovely. There was no stress with organising things. I really enjoyed it!

Cheesecake for the birthday boy.

Mocha Cheesecake

We celebrated J's birthday with a cheesecake. This was a very simple mix of condensed milk, cream cheese, whipped cream, melted chocolate and a dribble of strong, hazelnut flavoured coffee. It was delicious and I have a new recipe up my sleeve. Next time I think I'll try it with a tot of baileys. Yum.