Archive for December, 2009

Outside Snacks at Movie Theaters

December 7th, 2009 by Dionna - 25 Comments

In most movie theaters, the snack counter choices are limited and unhealthy: candy, popcorn, soda, and maybe some nachos and soft pretzels. Fancier theaters might offer more substantial fare (one Kansas City theater even sells French toast and Thai coconut chicken tenders), but the chances of snack counter food being…

Cream Cheese Cutout Cookies

December 6th, 2009 by Dionna - 5 Comments

We tried a new cookie recipe this weekend, and it is a hit. I was in the mood for something different, so I dusted off my not-oft-used Better Homes and Gardens cook book and started flipping through the cookie recipes. I’ll include the recipe as written  (with my changes in…

Craft Time with Papa

December 5th, 2009 by Dionna - 3 Comments

I was back in the bedroom when I heard Kieran’s high-pitched shriek. Heart racing, I came running, expecting blood. Sharp object, yes; blood, no. Tom and Kieran were in Kieran’s craft bin getting scissors, construction paper, and glue. The shriek was Kieran’s strenuous objection to Tom’s offer of help with…

Going Green for the Holiday

December 4th, 2009 by Dionna - Comments Off

I’ve read several articles and posts lately on how families can celebrate the holiday season in an environmentally friendly way. Here are a few things my family is doing to reduce our footprint this holiday season, what will you do? As recommended by the Sierra Club, we will: 1) Wrap…

Owl Print Baby Burp Rag & Wipe Set

December 3rd, 2009 by Dionna - 3 Comments

I’ve been busy crafting the last week – ornaments to swap (one swap with friends tomorrow, one swap with family on the 13th, pictures will follow!) and wipes, towels, and cute little baby sets to sell. Here are pictures of a baby set I just finished: 4 burp rags and…

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