Snowflake Tree

The other night some friends had what they call a snowflake party. They invite several people/families to come over and help cut out snowflakes to decorate their tree. There are no other ornaments on the tree, just snowflakes. It was a nice get together, with food and chatting, and then they got to playing the piano and there was singing and a lot of fun. I LOVE cutting out paper snowflakes! Here's one that I did to show how my mom taught us to cut snowflakes. No two are a like, as in real snowflakes, and they turn out beautifully. Check back and I will give instructions if you are interested. So now, others know what Mom taught us, and her legacy lives on...... in snowflakes.

Chocolate for breakfast anyone?

Twas the day before Christmas Eve and all through the house, not a creature was stirring except this little mouse. I stole to the kitchen, great treats to prepare.... in anticipation of my family, who would soon be there.
I put butter, and sugar in a large pot to melt, and toasted some almonds while tingling with the excitement I felt. I stirred and I stirred until the syrup turned golden, and added the almonds and poured into the waiting pie tin. I sprinkled some chocolate chunks over this sweet treat....and soon they melted from the candies warm heat. So I spread the chocolate from edge to edge, and dusted the chocolate with fine walnuts and set the pan on a cool ledge. Oh yes, as a cook I surely know this that toffee and chocolate in the morning......is absolute bliss!

Santa's Elves have struck again.....

and just look at the mess they created! They have said they will only finish if I make some cookies, so Emmett and I will make some spritz cookies this afternoon and see if that works. I will post more photos....IF.... the Elves follow through on their part. Off to get those cookies started.....