I think one of the good things about Earth Day is that it makes us take stock of what we are (or aren’t) doing for the environment. I believe it’s important that everyone should do their part, so: I use re-useable grocery bags (when I remember to take them into the store). I use cloth napkins…
Read MoreEaster Egg Hunt 2014
Five years ago I began organizing an Easter Egg Hunt for my nieces and nephews. That year there were 4 hunters plus a 4 month old baby. I don’t think I’d really planned on it being an annual event, but the kids (and adults) had a lot of fun that it seemed logical to keep doing it.…
Read MoreJunk Food Junkie – Mini Cadbury Cream Eggs
Today’s Daily Prompt Challenge was to talk about your junk food weakness. This time of year, mine is definitely Cadbury Cream Eggs, specifically the mini version. I find the chocolate to cream ratio much more pleasing that the larger version. The larger version is also much messier, as witnessed by the number of times I’ve…
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Tonight I tried a Pinterest recipe for Jello cookies. I’m always a little nervous trying a Pinterest recipe. Some turn out decent; others, well, clearly I’m not following the same directions. I was looking for a dessert item that my nephew with a corn allergy could have. Jello is ok for him to eat, but…
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