A baking story told in 8 parts. Part VIII

I came in 2^nd place, after Kristina (above). Joel & Andrea (below) tied for 3^rd place.

It shouldn’t have mattered so much. It was just a little fun contest.

But it does.

I hope that’s okay.

Thanks so much to Ivy Knight (above left) for allowing me the opportunity to grow and realize that yes, I can do anything if I put my mind (and tears) into it.

To Bourke Street Bakery & Harper Collins for the clear instructions that allowed me to actually make a decent dessert.

To my amazing fellow food bloggers – Andrea, Kristina, Joel and David for being so gracious and showing me how it’s done. To Scott for his unconditional love and willingness to eat whatever I make. To Ben & Darren for the supplies. To my folks and friends for their immense support. And to Paul C. Böehmer, Milana Saragossi and Michel Childe at Böhmer for their advice and rooting for me.

I can’t believe I’m about to say this.

I can bake.