With my Sunday outfit posts taking a break until baby Wild arrives I got to thinking (in true Carrie Bradshaw style) what kind of blog post I love reading on a Sunday morn and realised the humble lifestyle, what I've been up to kind of post was my jam.

This week has been my first official week of maternity leave and while I was worried I'd be sat at home twiddling my thumbs I've actually quite enjoyed pottering around the house, getting little bits done here and there, buying all the last bits for my hospital bag and baking. Who'd of thought I'd turn into a domestic goddess, even dirty pots have been getting on my nerves - who am I? 

In terms of baking I've had a mini disaster and a real triumph. The recipes in question? VDM's Cookie Monster recipe and Tanya Burrs Rocky Road 'cos when in doubt look to bloggers for tasty, not so healthy treats. The cookies had all the hallmarks of success until it came down to the fan oven temperature, I could kick myself for not turning things down a touch (220 degrees is way too high) so most came out a bit burnt and crisp but the batter was kick ass so I know these would taste beaut. As for Tanyas Rocky Road, well the proofs in the photography - this is such a simple, stick-it-all-in-a-pan recipe that works! I do think you can taste the dark chocolate though which I'm personally a fan of but if you're not maybe switch it up for lighter chocolate. It does give a rich, velvety taste though which is more than alright by me... is it too early to have a piece?

Today the boys off clay pigeon shooting while I'm getting my Pitch Perfect 2 fix with two of my favourites, hopefully accompanied by one large tub of ice cream. I know where I'd rather be...

Do you love a lifestyley catch up post? Which blogger recipes have you tried?