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A New Year, A New Loaf

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I haven't blogged since September because life took over. I travelled to Egypt for a holiday, took services and worked hard at my job.  My job is actually quite challenging, although I don't always recognise that because I just get on with things. I notice the impact of my job when I fall behind on my reading and my baking.  This year I have decided to look after my wellbeing at work and at home and that means allowing myself time.  So I had an extra holiday in Oman which was absolutely brilliant and gave me time to reflect on life and my work. I question whether I should stay there. I generalky like what I do. I am a problem solver and good at it, but it is pure administration which doesn't involve social justice, and I don't like the privilege that people swim in. Of course I also swim in that privilege. Baking reminds me about the beauty of life and the simplicity of enjoying simple activities like baking. I made this Cinnamon star bread. It was a bit fir...