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Little Hand in Mine | © Marlene Cornelis
January 25, 2015June 11, 2017 Marlene Cornelis

Life, Inspired ❦ The Weekend Review – January 18 and 25, 2015

April 28, 2014June 13, 2017 Marlene Cornelis

Behind the Scenes ❉ A Blog Tour of My Writing Process

February 28, 2014July 25, 2014 Marlene Cornelis

Reconstituted Boiled Frog (Not a Recipe) & A Blogcation

Apple Mashed Potatoes | Urban Cottage Life.com 2014
February 11, 2014September 29, 2017 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ❦ Apple Mashed Potatoes

Cabbage & Kale Soup | © Life Through the Kitchen Window
January 1, 2014January 2, 2014 Marlene Cornelis

Farewell 2013 ✽ A Good Year Through the Kitchen Window

Fall Decor | © lifethroughthekitchenwindow.com
October 21, 2013October 20, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ❦ Outdoor Decor for Fall

August 31, 2013September 1, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures • A Contrast in Beach Snacks

Simple Pleasures: Alstroemeria │ © Life Through the Kitchen Window
August 29, 2013August 28, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ✽ Flowers for the Hostess

The Simple Pleasures of Homemade Blueberry Jam | © Life Through the Kitchen Window
July 26, 2013July 21, 2017 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ❦ Homemade Jam

April 3, 2013December 29, 2020 Marlene Cornelis

Elephant’s Milk ❊ Packing a Pachydermous Punch

March 15, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ✻ A Place to Be Inspired

January 23, 2013July 21, 2017 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ❅ A No-Bake Treat

December 15, 2012July 21, 2017 Marlene Cornelis

Memories of A Holiday Celebration Past

Pumpkins on Steps ❘ © UrbanCottageLife.com
October 27, 2012March 15, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ~ Pumpkin Cheer

October 21, 2012March 15, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Super Sweet Blog Award

September 13, 2012March 16, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Awards ❦ Very Inspiring Blogger and The Versatile Blogger

Market Bounty | © UrbanCottageLife.com
August 11, 2012August 2, 2017 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ✽ Market Bounty

August 5, 2012March 16, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ❦ Fresh Tomatoes on Toast

July 27, 2012September 2, 2014 Marlene Cornelis

Blueberry & Lemon ✿ A Match Made in Muffin Heaven

July 15, 2012March 16, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

Simple Pleasures ✽ Flowers of Friendship

July 8, 2012March 16, 2013 Marlene Cornelis

A Refreshing Side ✽ Marinated Beets

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The difference a small change can make … Although my kitchen is spacious, the large window and three doors into it means I have almost no counter space — certainly no more than the smallest apartment galley kitchen I’ve had. Last year I bought this beautiful table to use for prep and to eat at. I set it against the length of the window, but found I almost never used it. It just seemed so awkward and inhospitable. Yesterday I changed its position and, suddenly, the room was transformed. This morning I made two batches of scones and it was a joy to use this space. Who knew?
An autumn gift … the delphiniums are blooming for a second time this year.
After nine months, I’m so delighted with my cut and colour that for once I’m not hiding behind my glasses. Thanks to the awesome @hair.by.lea!
Words of wisdom from @black_walnut_bakery_cafe today. A bonus with my #coldbrew.
I’ve just taken the R&R up a notch. Definitely recommend this lovely rose! And the lovely patterned bottle has a glass stopper too.
A little celebration on my patio. See those geraniums? Three of my granddaughters helped me in the garden today, weeding and planting. I’ve barely seen them in a year and a half, even though they live four minutes away, and it did my heart good. After that I did some more work, and then submitted an edited 75K-word manuscript to the author. That’s my third book this year and I have two others on the go. But I think I’ll take tonight and tomorrow off. Lots of work to do, but it’s Me Time.
I came across this beautiful message on one of my morning walks. ♥️
Meet Knap, my 12-year-old rescue cat. We’re still getting to know each other, but have already discovered a mutual interest in knitting. He’s a wonderful fellow and, by the way, his name means “handsome” in Flemish.
I haven’t been blogging. I haven’t been crafting. But I’ve been editing a cookbook (the next in a bestselling Canadian series) and it feels like the work I’m meant to do.

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Urban Cottage Life is a friendly place, but there are some disclaimers and rules. I’m a home cook and recipe development enthusiast. I’m not trained as a chef, nutritionist, dietician, or food storage expert and the information I provide here does not constitute professional advice.

Cooking can be a risky business, so please educate yourself on safe techniques and practices. I do my best to make sure the recipes I present are accurate, but typos and mistakes can happen. I am not responsible for any mishaps you incur as a result of the information on this blog, such as injuries (cuts, burns, etc. happen in the kitchen), food safety issues or ingredient costs if a recipe fails.

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