Launi

May 6, 2009September 20, 2020

My Kind of Mom

In preparation for Mother’s Day–I’ve been thinking about some of the movie moms that have really struck a cord with me. So, for the past few days—I’ve been making a list of some of my favorites. Now, I’m not trying to convince you to like a movie or a character–just because I do, but I’m curious to see if any of you feel the same about some of these moms. I’ve also noticed a common thread in many of these ladies, and that is, that they are positively ferocious if someone messes with their child. I guess I like that a lot. I’ve even added a couple of clips—so be sure to click on the links.

My Top Mother’s Day Movies

“Australia“

“August Rush“

“Baby Boom“

“Freaky Friday“

“Dear Frankie“

“Steel Magnolias“

“The Incredibles“

“Step Mom“

“Safe Passage“

“Flight Plan“

“River Wild”

“Blossoms in the Dust“

I hope you’ll pick at least one of these movie from your stash or from Blockbuster and watch it before the big day. It will really get the mom vibes working.

Let me know if you have any favorite moms in the movies that I’ve missed. Please–please comment below. It’s the only way I know I’m not on the planet alone.

If you want to find out just what movie mom is most like you—take the quiz below.

Which movie mom are you?

May 5, 2009September 20, 2020

Chronic Crafting

April and I went to a “Handmade Boutique” this last week and saw—and worse–couldn’t resist so many things. There was jewelry, clothing, art work, handbags, doll houses, stationery, baby toys–even homemade jam. Admittedly, April came out with more than I did, but she’ll have to confess her own sins…if you get my drift.

Here are a couple of my “indiscretions.”

The first thing that caught my eye was this stained glass bird. You can’t see it here but his tail is pink. I’m a sucker for lavender and pink. I hung him in my bedroom window and he simply sparkles up the whole room.

Then there were these “Babushka” magnets. They reminded me of my far away boy–so they came home with me too.

We even went a little nuts and bought one of those ridiculous cupcakes that seem to be all the rage these days. Somebody ate it before we could get a picture. Sheesh.

Ok, ok–it was pretty dang good.

For me, the best part about going to these things is that for a long time after, I can’t seem to stop…you know…making stuff. There’s just something very empowering about being surrounded by incredibly crafty souls.

The inspiration rubs off and makes me excited to try things like this “Flapper Hat” for Lily. It feels so good to have my hands busy no matter what else is going on–I end up with projects in every room, and one in the car so that no time is wasted.

The more I make the more I can’t wait to make. It never ends!

Must. Find. More. Crochet. Thread. Now.

Chronic: “Something that has been going on for a long time. It may never get better. It is something you will have to live with.”

heh, heh, heh…

May 5, 2009September 20, 2020

Cinnamon Crisps

Cinco de Mayo is a very popular holiday in Mexico. So…

Have some “Cinnamon Crisps” on us…

Lightly butter two flour tortillas.

Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top.

Cut tortilla into strips with a pizza cutter.

Bake at 350 degrees for about 12 minutes.

Gobble up.

The End.

May 4, 2009September 20, 2020

Wheat Thins

We had a friend years ago that lived around the corner from us. She made slippers for my kids and even taught some of them in Primary. She was pretty famous among friends and family for her Whole Wheat Crackers–think Wheat Thins.

It’s a great recipe–just be sure to roll them out THIN or you’ll end up with a batch of Wheat Thicks, instead of…well, you know.

P.S. Mine were WAY too thick, but still good. Do better than I did, friends.

Emma’s Whole Wheat Crackers

4 cups whole wheat flour

1/2 cup sugar

2 cups rolled oats

3/4 cup butter

2 tsp. salt

1-1/2 cups milk

Mix flour, oats, salt and set aside. In a large bowl cream butter with sugar until fluffy. Stir in flour mixture alternately with milk. Dough will be soft and sticky. Turn out on well floured surface and knead.