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I used to love this show as a kid, it reminds me of bittersweet moments of my childhood.

Maiden Wakes Muffins

2 cups flour
2 Carrots, grated

1/2 cup raisins

1 green apple, peeled, cored, grated

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup almonds, sliced

2 tsp. baking soda

3 eggs

2 tsp. cinnamon

2/3 cup vegetable oil

1/2 tsp. salt

2 tsp.vanilla




Soak raisins in hot water, in a covered bowl, for 30 minutes. Drain thoroughly. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large non-metal bowl, mix flour, soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in carrots, raisins, apple, and almonds. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, oil, and vanilla until well blended. Stir egg mixture in to the flour mixture until just wet. Grease muffin pan with a little butter or use cupcake/muffin cups. Divide the batter into the cups and bake for 20-22 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan. Makes 8 servings.

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It's a shame this guy isn't alive anymore...

Dalai Lama


"All major religious traditions carry basically the same message, that is love, compassion and forgiveness the important thing is they should be part of our daily lives."- Dalai Lama