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 […]
Archives for 2009
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 […]
More Homeschooling Resources
Stumbled upon these resources I plan on using this year to enhance our homeschooling.The Charters of Freedom part of the National Archives Experience where you can download high resolution images of the Declaration of Independence, US Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. The free Personal Finance course offered through BYU. With beginning, intermediate, and advanced […]
Facelift in progress
I’ll be doing a face lift on the blog this week. Hopefully I won’t mess everything up too bad. =) The new look should make it easier to search through past posts and have more streamlined navigation menu links. I’m also redoing my signature at the bottom and the sidebars. So please bear with me […]
Mini S’mores & Donuts
Fudge and Cookie decided to have a ‘sweet’ tea party with their dolls today. On the menu: mini s’mores, mini powdered donuts, and mini chocolate donuts. These are so simple the little girls made them by themselves. Mini S’mores 10 Golden Grahams Cereal Squares5 mini marshmallows5 chocolate chips Place 5 Golden Graham Squares on a […]
A Reading List for a Lifetime
Copying this from MormonTimes before it gets lost in their archives.***************************************************** The late professor Arthur Henry King was often asked for a reading list of the world’s best books. “Professor King,” a student would no doubt ask him, “what are the books that I should read?” King prepared such a list for a BYU Honors […]
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