I went out before sunrise to see if the test balloon from the balloon fiesta might fly over, which would mean the mass ascension would follow. No balloons flew over today, but I discovered Mother’s Rose glowing in the pre-dawn light. Then I came out of retirement from baking and, with René’s help, made Laurie a chocolate mocha cake for her birthday.
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Man, that cake looks good.
It was;-)
I just had a nice slice of this cake and was really impressed–it was very chocolaty ( is that a word) and very moist–really delicious. Laurie sent some home with us so we can enjoy more later. What a great cake! Not many husbands bake a cake for their wife’s birthday–very special. But we all know what a talented guy Tim is. Thank you Tim.
Thanks! I don’t often make cakes, very rarely actually, because the last time I made a cake was 30 years ago.
Are there leftovers from that cake…?? 😉
Not too much!
Looks good!!! Have a great day and congrats to Laurie… 😉
Thanks, Erica!
You’re welcome, Tim. Hope you all had a great day!
A very delicious looking perfect birthday cake. Happy Birthday Laurie
Thanks Lois!
Gorgeous rose! Happy Belated Birthday, Laurie! Your cake that Tim made looks great!
Thanks, Susan. We’ll have to see what kind of cake we can come up with for our birthdays.
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Happy Birthday to Laurie! The chocolate cake looks delicious, and the rose is beautiful. Both are great to celebrate a birthday.
Thanks, Juanita!
Cake looks extremely delicious!
Thanks! It was quite scrumptious.