Janet’s Scrapbook Journal

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Easy recipes, simple living, and travel stories from our journeys.

Two people sitting at an outdoor table near the beach, having cups of coffee, with calm water and boats in the background.

We’re Janet and Basker. We enjoy simple travel, good food, and keeping life relaxed and uncomplicated.

This space brings together the things we enjoy most — cooking at home, exploring new places, and sharing a few useful ideas along the way.

Thanks for stopping by. It’s lovely to have you here.

Most of what you’ll find here is real life — simple baking that works in everyday kitchens, travel moments from near and far, and practical ideas we use ourselves. Nothing complicated, just things that make life a little easier and more enjoyable.

Travel is a big part of our story, especially across South India, Sri Lanka, and other places we’ve explored over the years. We like to travel at a steady pace, take in the local culture, and enjoy the small details along the way.

You’ll also find free tools and templates we’ve created to help with everyday planning, blogging, and organisation. Everything here is shared in a straightforward way, so you can use what suits you and leave the rest.

Simple baking and everyday favourites

Places we’ve been and journeys we’ve shared

Simple ways to feel good every day

Free Google Sheets Templates:

Simple templates for everyday use in Google Sheets.

👉New and Improved Weight Tracker (lbs and kg) — Get it here

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A scenic view of Aoraki Mount Cook in late afternoon light, with snow-capped peaks rising above rugged terrain under a clear sky.

Travel NZ: Aoraki / Mount Cook Adventur

A scenic South Island trip featuring Queenstown and the stunning Aoraki / Mount Cook region, with lakes, mountains, glaciers, and even icebergs.

A close-up of a baked creamy potato and pasta gratin with a golden, crispy top in a white baking dish.

Recipe: Creamy Potato & Pasta Bake

A warm, comforting bake with layers of creamy potatoes and pasta. Simple to make and perfect for an easy family meal. This post has 11.1k views.

A weight loss progress tracker on spreadsheet displayed on a laptop screen, showing a simple chart and tracking layout. — free download

Download Free: Weight and Fitness Tracker

A simple, easy-to-use weight tracker to help you stay organised and keep track of your progress. This is my most popular post, with 13.3k views.

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Coconut Banana Spice Cake