Last week while I was watching some nieces and nephews we decided to make some homemade paper. It was fun, easy, and the kids loved the mess! Supplies Needed:* Window Screening* Old Wooden Photo Frame* Staple Gun* Plastic Tub (large enough to immerse the frame)* Felt or Flannel Pieces* Blender* Old paper: newspaper, discarded printer […]
Archives for August 2009
Apple Crisp Cups
Bon Bon wanted to make some kind of dessert involving apples. After looking through various cookbooks and searching recipes online she came up with this dessert on her own. Each individual cup has a light flaky crust thanks to the puff pastry. The presentation is lovely! Apple Crisp Cups Crumb Topping: 1/2 rolled oats1/2 cup […]
Color Numerology
The two oldest girls and I are off for a day of shopping and temple going with three of my Sisters-in-law. Some of the best role models I know for my girls! Our husbands are staying home to man the forts while we are gone. The children laughed when they heard the dads were in […]
I ♥ Faces: Week 33 “Nostalgia”
After a summer long hiatus I’m ready to jump back in to the I ♥ Faces weekly challenges. This week’s theme is ‘Nostalgia.’ The photo needs to bring back a nostalgic feeling for the photographer. I could do a lot of farm photos as that is very nostalgic but decided instead to do something that […]
Be Kind to Humankind
I want to be kind to everyone for that is right you see.So I say to myself remember this,Kindness begins with me! Did you know that the fourth week in August is “Be Kind to Humankind” week? While we strive to teach our children to be kind everyday to everyone they meet, I think it […]
Knowledge FHE
This is a great lesson to start off the school year. The purpose of the lesson is to instill the importance of gaining all the knowledge that we can in this life. Put together by Jenn M. of my FHE Swap group. Knowledge © 2007-2009 Chocolate on my Cranium, LLC all rights reserved © 2007-2013 […]
Multi Grain Pan Rolls
I haven’t made these delicious rolls in a while. For some reason I’ve been thinking about fall, even though it’s 100 degrees and muggy outside, and these rolls came to mind. They are very healthy, very filling, and oh-so-yummy. Initially made with three different grains: oatmeal, bulgur, and wheat, many times I substitute cooked seven-grain […]
Guelita in Photos
I totally stole these from my cousin Allison’s blog. I am so glad she is scanning all these old photos and posting them so the whole family has access to them. They are such a treasure! These are all the Mexican side of my family. I just have to show off my beautiful grandmother. The […]
Pregnancy Induced Insomnia
It’s 11pm. I should be in bed. I’m exhausted, stressed, and maybe a little bit cranky. The girls all went to bed by 9:30 but Special Dark just barely faded away. He had a late nap. Mr. Ferrero Rocher is out with his brothers baling three pivots of hay. It has to be done when […]
Pregnancy Enduced Remodeling
Nothing like pregnancy hormones kicking in to make me want to remodel or redesign every room in the house. I tell myself it’s out of necessity, after all we do need to make room for the new baby which means getting rid of the office to use as another bedroom, which leads to rearranging the […]
Pres. Monson’s Birthday FHE
Did you know that Pres. Thomas S. Monson’s birthday is on Friday, August 21? This family home evening lesson is designed to help you learn a little more about our prophet and what he said would be his ideal birthday gift. Pres. Monson’s Birthday FHE There is also a wonderful free packet that can be […]
Yummy Cereal Mix
Warning: This mix is very addictive. You canNOT stop with just one handful. It’s a great recipe to take to any get-together. Yummy Cereal Mix 1 box Corn Chex cereal1 box Golden Graham Cereal2 cups shredded coconut2 cups nuts – almonds, pecans, or walnuts3/4 cup butter1 cup sugar1 cup corn syrup In an extra large […]
William Joseph
Have you heard of William Joseph yet? You haven’t? Well, you have now! Discovered by David Foster, who also introduced us to Josh Groban, Celine Dione, and Michael Buble, William Joseph is an extraordinary pianist. I am so excited to finally learn some piano pieces from his new album “Beyond.” The book will be arriving […]
Kool-Aid Play Dough
I’m watching three nephews and a niece today so we made four batches of Kool-Aid play dough to give the littles something new to do. The play dough is very easy to make and smells oh-so-yummy! To get different colors use different flavors of Kool-Aid. Kool-Aid Play Dough 1 cup flour1/2 cup salt3 Tbsp. oil1 […]
Ahh….much better!
I liked the blue teal and brown colors of the previous blog design, and the brown and red of my old design, but then I found this vintage children’s illustration and KNEW it was the perfect fit. I’m totally loving the feel of the blog now! If you’re reading in a feed reader come on […]