Photo was taken at Sheffield University, Sheffield, England

890 students at Sheffield created a new Guiness World Record this week by flipping a pancake all together for at least half a minute as part of a charity fundraiser. The previous record had been 405!

Thought on Tuesday – February – 21/02/2012

‘Think simple’, as my old master used to say – meaning reduce the whole of its parts into the simplest terms, getting back to first principles. ~Frank Lloyd Wright

Today is Shrove Tuesday or better known as Pancake Tuesday. It is the day before Ash Wednesday and traditionally it was a day of making and eating rich foods before the fasting season of Lent began. Sugar, fat and eggs which would be restricted during Lent were used in plenty on Shrove Tuesday. We hear so much these days about our over reliance on processed foods, overeating and increased obesity. Pancake Tuesday is a reminder how important it is to get back to basics when it comes to healthy and wholesome eating. Pancake Tuesday also has a spiritual message. Pancakes are simple and easy to make using flour, eggs, sugar and lemon juice. They are a reminder of the simple and important things that really matter in life. It’s not always about big, eye catching or sensational news. Life is often sweeter and more precious in our everyday moments. God will always be found in those simple down to earth moments that make up our daily routine. Lent which begins tomorrow can be a time to rediscover the blessings that these simple moments can bring.