Beth, Tara and Tim came over for a while and then Beth had to go for a bit to meet with a prospective student. Brad and Lloyd entertained the kids by building a wondrous fort. (Lloyd was supposed to write about the fort, but he fell asleep early. Feel free to criticize his fort as a favor to me – punishing him for not taking on more post-writing duties.)
After reading about Brad’s buttermints, I decided that making some would be a good way to pass some time. We vaguely followed a couple of recipes so it didn’t end up very ‘butterminty’, but we ended up with some edible play dough, and there ain’t nothin’ wrong with that.
Note: If you ever decide to make some mints and use a mold, follow the actual recipe. The candy needs to be very crumbly so it will come out of the mold. Or, just roll the blobs in sugar and have children eat them. Whatever works.
Brad says
Mmmm… blobs of butter and sugar… So good…
Peggy says
Are there any left? You should bring one back with you….I’m just saying.
Kristi says
Hey -- we made playdough also. Ours is going to be used for art class today. I’ll let you know what happens to it.
Peggy says
Forts are great! Did you actually turn the couch over? That could have gotten you in trouble in some households.
A mighty fortress builder you have become!
Jill says
I know what we’re doing today! Thanks!
Jane Sommerer says
picnic tables and old bed covers make wonderful hideaways. Just add some kittens for extra fun.