Hi Melina
Having a thermomix has turned me from a cook who had to cook dinner, to someone who looks forward to cooking dinner, cakes, sweets, slices, bread, jam etc etc. It's added an extaordinary element to my life.
My mum recently told me that she didn't know I was such a good cook. A wonderful compliment, similar to your experience with your mum asking you to cook for her.
This forum is full of fantastic easy recipes suitable for everyday use, or for special occasions. Enjoy!
Cathy