Topics for talk, February.

Things I Need vs. Things I Want

My main bathroom. Needs to be redone. I would like to have it done, but we're going to do it ourselves. We need a new shower enclosure, all new matte black sink and faucets, and all new matte black shower faucets. Black towel racks, new countertop. Either quartz or ceramic. Then we'll sand down the bathroom vanity and paint it. Next are the new mirrors and wall lights. Followed by a black and glass medicine cabinet. We already have the new toilet. Then lastly, we will be painting the room. It's going to look brand new. We're going to start in April with the big things. We already have new flooring and accent rugs, too. These are all things I want, but do we need them? Why, yes, we do. When you own a home you have to put money into it from time to time. Next summer (2027) were going to sand all the kitchen cupboards and paint them dark grey. My kitchen is done in reds. Again were going to do all the work, so, it'll be affordable for us. I think there is a fine line between need and want.

What do you think?

Not quite 365 days questions, February.

25. When was the last time the windows in your home were washed?

We're terrible. We only do our windows up once for spring and once for fall. Inside and out. I'm anxious to read if people do their windows more than twice a year. I know my sister washes her windows once a month. As much as I'd like to see mine look good every month, I just don't want to do it. Are we lazy? Why yes, we are.

How often do you do them?

Dessert : Custard Squares

Custard Squares
* 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (or 1:1 GF blend)
* ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
* ½ cup (1 stick / 115g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
* Dairy & Eggs

For the Vanilla Custard Filling:
* 3 large eggs
* ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
* 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for GF)
* ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
* 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
* 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
* Pinch of salt

For Finishing:
* Powdered sugar, for dusting

💡 Pro Tips:Press crust firmly—prevents crumbling when cut.Don’t overbake custard—edges should be set, center slightly jiggly.Cool completely before slicing—custard firms as it chills.

1. Make the Crust
* Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper.
* In a food processor or bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, and cold butter until crumbly.
* Press mixture firmly into bottom of pan.
* Bake 15–18 minutes until lightly golden. Cool slightly.
* Food

2. Make the Custard
* In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale.
* Whisk in flour, milk, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth.

3. Assemble & Bake
* Pour custard over warm crust.
* Bake 20–25 minutes, until edges are set and center is just slightly wobbly.
* Cool completely in pan on a wire rack (about 2 hours).

4. Serve
* Lift out using parchment; dust with powdered sugar.
* Cut into 16 squares.