Just think of how much frosting we could make at a time!
Think of how many cheesecakes we could make at one time!
The boys would love it...no more boring hot summer days for us.
No sir!
The possibilities are endless!!!
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
In Response...#2
What was the YW cinnamon project?
For our Girl's Camp fundraiser this year we decided to sell pretty little boxes of large homemade cinnamon rolls that we delivered on Mother's day morning. We figured that the men in the ward would jump at the opportunity to have "Mother's day taken care of..." But, surprisingly, it was the women in the community that bought the most--either for themselves, or others.
It started out as a pretty good idea. I took a basic pizza dough recipe, tweaked it by using a lower protein flour (for less chewey-ness), more sugar (for tenderness, sweetness, and good initial rising), and instant yeast (for obvious reasons). The dough came together quickly, and we made ten pans of them right away at a mutual night activity and then froze the uncooked rolls until we could bake them on the morning of. The rest of the rolls were assembled by the YW leaders (an additional 60 pans) at their homes a day prior to the event.
I spent my Saturday-before assembling and baking, drawing out maps, and *whipping up huge vats of buttery cream-cheese frosting--truly a dream come true! Other leaders assembled and baked, decorated boxes with ribbon and flowers, and put together personalized tags for the tops. It was kind of a stressful day for everyone.
Not everything went as planned. I had to lower my food standards and make some compromises in order to save us from camping out at the church's kitchen all day. And some of the girls that promised to come bailed at the last minute. Finally, in the end, I think, the consensus amongst the leaders was that we would choose a less intense fundraiser next year--though I have already had customers allude to next year's event.
The fundraiser went extremely well in terms of sales. We sold about 105 boxes, made over $1000.00, and got loads of notes and phone calls about them afterwards.
So, of course, I have dreamt of doing it again ever since.
Aaron thinks I am loco.
*Precisely the moment I decided that I must own a Hobart mixer in the near future. "It's a necessity" I told Aaron. He just smiled.
It started out as a pretty good idea. I took a basic pizza dough recipe, tweaked it by using a lower protein flour (for less chewey-ness), more sugar (for tenderness, sweetness, and good initial rising), and instant yeast (for obvious reasons). The dough came together quickly, and we made ten pans of them right away at a mutual night activity and then froze the uncooked rolls until we could bake them on the morning of. The rest of the rolls were assembled by the YW leaders (an additional 60 pans) at their homes a day prior to the event.
I spent my Saturday-before assembling and baking, drawing out maps, and *whipping up huge vats of buttery cream-cheese frosting--truly a dream come true! Other leaders assembled and baked, decorated boxes with ribbon and flowers, and put together personalized tags for the tops. It was kind of a stressful day for everyone.
Not everything went as planned. I had to lower my food standards and make some compromises in order to save us from camping out at the church's kitchen all day. And some of the girls that promised to come bailed at the last minute. Finally, in the end, I think, the consensus amongst the leaders was that we would choose a less intense fundraiser next year--though I have already had customers allude to next year's event.
The fundraiser went extremely well in terms of sales. We sold about 105 boxes, made over $1000.00, and got loads of notes and phone calls about them afterwards.
So, of course, I have dreamt of doing it again ever since.
Aaron thinks I am loco.
*Precisely the moment I decided that I must own a Hobart mixer in the near future. "It's a necessity" I told Aaron. He just smiled.
Daily Tweets
- 13:10 Today seems sort of blue--even though it is blazing hot outside. #
- 20:38 Swimming for FHE. Love. It. #
Monday, June 28, 2010
In Response...#1
I have been meaning to answer some questions posed in the comment section of this blog. Here is the most recent question and answer.
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What is Mother's Circle group?
It is an official "learning circle" group based off of the Power of Moms website. In a nutshell, it is a structured girls-night-out/book club/support group/motherhood course. We have set topics for each month and accompanying articles to read and questions to ponder, then we get together once a month and talk about it.
Initially I thought that participating in this group would be fun and interesting, but it has proved to be nothing short of life-changing. I have gathered so much strength and resolve from the women that I associate with. We are all very different, with different challenges and opinions, but spending an evening in each other's company always leaves me with a greater desire to serve my family better.
Often, in times past, I have left a "girls night out" with negative feelings--for myself, for life, for my choice to be a mother, etc. However, I always leave these meetings feeling motivated and validated and full of love for all other good women out there. As is not surprising, I share way too much information (and vow every month to be more quiet...) but everyone is gracious and good natured and we enjoy a camaraderie that is tangible. In the end, we have shared ideas, struggles and strength and we, often, talk about the Gospel of Jesus Christ which is the ultimate motivator for good. I have learned that "As mothers, we are not all in the same boat, but we are in the same ocean..."
[Wow. Doesn't that sound like a informercial? Sorry.]
[Wow. Doesn't that sound like a informercial? Sorry.]
If you are interested in doing a group, check out their website.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Daily Tweets
- 09:38 Turned off the exercise video. Just not feeling it today. #
Friday, June 25, 2010
Daily Tweets
- 11:39 You know, this mom-to-five-kids thing is not bad. We just need a little more real estate... #
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Daily Tweets
- 09:49 Could really use a child-friendly fountain machine with milk on tap. Oh, and a vending machine with fish crackers and cheesesticks. #
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
Daily Tweets
- 16:12 Came home from youth conference to a clean house, blistering heat, happy and spoiled children (thanks Auntie!), and pink roses. #
- 16:12 Now, back to business. #
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Daily Tweets
- 21:57 Spent the evening romping with the whole fam in a large blow up pool. Good thing the water comes out warm from the hose. Ahhhh, summer. #
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Daily Tweets
- 08:04 Crazy Monday no-showered morning with 3 kids, and Michael Buble takes me right back to my wedding day. #
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Daily Tweets
- 23:34 Went to the Mother's Circle group tonight and I feel SO inspired. Tomorrow I am going to just play and have fun with my children. #
Friday, June 11, 2010
Wholesome and Recreational
I always feel super awkward reading reports of people's vacations. "And then we did this [insert picture] and little Tommy loved this [insert picture]." So, instead, to make everyone squirm (except for my siblings, who are used to these kind of shenanigans) I am posting my favorite picture of the entire trip. Pretty much sums it all up.
We had loads of fun on the vacation.
We're just wondering, now, what to do with the rest of the summer...
Daily Tweets
- 18:39 Love these warm summer nights when the boys play outside after dinner. It makes me feel nostalgic for "kick the can." #
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Sunday, June 06, 2010
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