Valentines Day, With Love.

As much as my hubby thinks Valentines day is nothing more than a cheesy money making fraud, it is what it is and I love Love. Having sons I use such an occasion to show them even more so that is it normal to show love for your love and that includes family. All my boys get a little something special from mum, ehem that's me. Other than the usual romantic evening dinner, hubby threw in a few things Ala 'love'. Practical but nonetheless, I received the cookie stamp I had my eye on, a lush warm gown for the penting winter season and a little love in the air with music. Thanks hun - mwah.





My middle son all of 6, loves 'love' and a really little charmer too. He had a long list of names to receive a little something. For his class mates, we made heart chocolates stuck on a heart shape card stock, decorated with a pink ribbon. We included all the boys too as a request for fairness by his school. His 4 teachers received a rose and a delicious home made chocolate cupcake. We made extra for the remaining staff. Being a special day, all the kiddies got to wear civvies so his 'mum's lil' valentines shirt was a hit. Teachers loved the gifts and showed much appreciation and thanks for all the efforts.



I believe strongly that as parents, it is important to show your children constant love and to teach love all year round. With the 5 love languages, it isn't hard as love is shown and received in many ways. Hope love was all around for you too.

Happy Baking
SunshineMac

Recycle Those Wax Crayons

I'm sure you have seen this somewhere on Pinterest. A brilliant way to recycle those messy and broken wax crayons. It would be very silly of you not to use a silicone mould. It sure makes for less mess and hassel. I like too how reshaping the crayons adds creativity with the element of fun to the boys crayon box.

I used a low heat setting to prevent burning. Once cooled it was an easy pop out and ready for the next lot of crayons. Plain or rainbow, my little one couldn't wait to try them out. Please do take caution with the heated wax. It can leave  nasty burn otherwise.

Keeping it simple and fun.
Happy Creating.

SunshineMac