:the one where we celebrate for no reason at all:

we woke up to rain, the kind that hangs around all day. plans to spend the day in the mountains postponed. we were all disappointed so jacob built the best fort ever and we dreamed we were camping as our lady bug gave us a star filled sky. we wished on the stars and watched our wishes come true.

we read books and played cars. we played play dough and we played play dough some more. we painted. we filled our moments with play and art until play and art no longer satisfied. the grumpies came for a visit and they refused to leave.

there was nothing left to do except celebrate. how can the grumpies stay if we celebrate?

supplies were gathered: pretty cardstock, toothpicks, double sided tape and white powdered donuts. i cut out a cute little flag shape from the cardstock and glued two sides together with a toothpick in the middle. it made our little treat all the more special. and it sent the grumpies marching on their way....at least for a little while.

how do you make the grumpies disappear at your house?


*linking up with carissa for miscellany monday & the better mom

::perfect treat for any ol' day::

yesterday was my dear hubby's birthday. and of course for his birthday i asked him what special sweet he wanted me to make. he chose oreo truffles! although i usually despise making these little goodies...last night i didn't. it was a pleasure. especially with the kiddos creating play-dough cookies in the floor and jacob sitting at the counter enjoying all of his birthday wishes from friends.

but i decided i would share this little treat with everyone so here you go...

supplies:
1 bag of oreos
1 block of cream cheese
i package of candiquick


1. crush oreos in the food processor...takes around 2 minutes for a whole bag.

2, add your room temperature cream cheese in pieces and mix all together with your hands (this part is a little very messy...so take off your rings)

3. form balls around 1 inch in diameter and place on pan. (makes 25-35 depending on size)

4. place pan in freezer for 2-3 hours.

5. heat candiquick according to directions and dip each oreo ball to cover and place on pan to harden.

6. let them set for a few minutes and serve. refrigerate leftovers

then put a few on a plate, pour a cold cup of milk, hop in bed and enjoy with your sweetie....that's what we did!!