It’s been almost two weeks since my last post. My dear father-in-law passed away and the past two weeks have been very sad and stressful for our close-knit family. But eventually with time we must all move on and live with the memories. We have lived next door to my mother-in-law and father-in-law for the past 25 years so my family has many, many fond memories of my father-in-law. Our daughters were fortunate to have spent so much time with their grandfather who always took the time to teach them things and answer their questions.
The Pear Tree
One of my fondest memories of my father-in-law is that of him picking pears from our pear tree in our backyard. He had his own pear tree in his yard, but he would stop at our pear tree on the way to our back door and pick up those pears for us.
Ginger Pear Muffins Recipe
I would make these delicious Ginger Pear Muffins with those pears and always bake extra for my in-laws. This time though I picked the pears from our tree and still baked the extra amount of muffins to bring next door to my mother-in-law. I know that every time I bake these muffins I will be thinking of my father-in-law up on that ladder picking those pears and smile!
Recipe: Canadian Living website.
Liliana,
I just wanted to extend my condolences again to you and your family. I’m so sorry to hear about your father-in-law! But I can’t imagine a better way to pay tribute to him. The muffins are beautiful!
Hi Liliana,
My first visit-I came ove from Cream Puffs in Venice because I saw your Ginger Pear Muffins listed.
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your father-in-law. Yesterday was a month that my dad passed away. The saddness hangs over like a cloudy day, but when a fond memory pops up- it adds a smile that brightens the day.
What a beautiful moment you shared of him picking your pears. The memories of your father-in-law and the pears will be a golden memory for you and your family.
Hugs…
gosh…sorry to hear about your father in law.
pear & ginger make a very interesting muffin combo…i love the sight of those muffin tops. mine are never that beautiful.
These look lovely Liliana! I hope you submitted these on the famous Food Porn sites! I want one now!
O MY GOODNESS! These look SO GOOD! You are making me hungry!
I am sorry to read about your father-in-law. I am sure he is smiling, knowing that these remind you of him.
This Muffins with Ginger and Pear combination – an excellent . I am going to try this recipe.I’m sure it’ll be a big hit with the kids! It will make an excellent dessert at any party.