Baking has been my ice breaker when stopping at new places over the years. 

I found that it takes away that stress and anxiety when meeting new people and starts a conversation of Yumm !! It tastes so good !! 

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It has always been a part of my life from making milk tarts or cheese cakes and taking on school excursions to starting a new job and making friends. This being across all departments with surprise treats as well as being the cool baker neighbor. 

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It is my source of energy that was also my test to believe that I was OK, after coming home from a life changing surgery. My brain which is home to my memories took on the baking challenge during my Meningioma healing months. I knew that if I baked successfully, I could do anything.. and so I did and with the help from my Mum 4 days after coming home from the hospital I baked a classic favourite, banana loaf. 

I believed that I was still me and could get through this next step of life.