Thade’s Party Snacks

Last year Thade wanted to celebrate his birthday Harry Potter style. It sounded like a fun theme to me, and my mind was buzzing with party ideas. He wanted to invite his best buddies from school too, and the day was a lot of fun.

His 8th birthday is just around the corner, and I have no idea what kind of party he wants this year. Last year’s party was really great, and the Harry Potter themed treats were a big hit with the kiddos.

We made magic wands, with large pretzel rods.

Yummy snack mix.

There was a magic potion station, everyone could fill a little cauldron with magic finds. The boys really loved this one.

I lucked out and found cute “Hogwarts houses” colored candles for Thade’s favorite cake.

Time to get to planning for this year’s birthday bash!

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The Great Chili Debate

Chili is one of our favorite dishes during Autumn and Winter, but the way that I eat mine, always creates a stir. Maybe it’s a Missouri-thing, but I prefer mine to be Spaghetti-red.

Yum a bowl of Chili served over Spaghetti! So good.

James says I’m doing it wrong though…

He is the Chili purist, just crackers only.

So which do you prefer, Spaghetti-red or just Chili?

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Well Look What I Found

I looked looked every-stinking-time that I went to the store, and when Easter was over, I knew I had missed them. No Easter Puffs made their way to my local shops this year, and I was bummed, but then…

I went to the store yesterday, and wouldn’t you know it there they were!

They are a bit smaller, and have a brand new name, but they are still delicious. I’m hoping that they might stay on the shelves for a bit longer, since they are now a Spring time treat. Yum Yum Yum!

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Minty Fresh

Well tomorrow is the Bridal Shower for our dear friend Shaunna. I still have a lot to do before the party, but I think it is going to be a lot of fun. I also have a super talented baker helping me out with the delicious party treats.

Friday was Mint making day!

My best friend/blogger Stacey stopped by with her awesome kit of icing tips, flavorings, a rainbow of dyes, and so many super rad molds to make the mints. How I wish I was a cake decorator too… All of the kiddos played in the living room, while we rolled out the minty goodness at the dining room table.

Stacey in minty action!

I think we made mints for a little over 2 1/2 hours, but the time flew by….

We had to test a few too, and trust me they were super delicious. Dylan loved them too. He kept asking Stacey-cakes and me for bites. I’m going to be making these every chance that I get.

We have well over 100 mints for the Bridal Shower, and it was a fun afternoon getting to hang out with my best buddy too. Today I’m finishing up the centerpieces (pics coming soon) and making the take-home treats too.

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