Our neighborhood brings in snow each year and sets up sledding for the kiddos. My kids really enjoyed it and did a little independent sledding on their own. Tatum found some soccer friends and suddenly became too cool for her parents. We were only hurt a little bit.
The sleepy birthday boy flaunts his new age. The brave knight showed no fear of the vicious great white shark. Some of the other favorite presents included a new part of cowboy boots and a knight costume. The fair maidens and noble knights joining in celebration.
I got this recipe from my friend Kyra and love it!!!
1 1/2 c. shortening 1 1/3 c. sugar 2 eggs 2 tsp vanilla 3 1/2 c. flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp soda 1 (14 oz) bottle maraschino cherries chopped (save juice)
Cream sugar and shortening; add eggs and vanilla. Sift flour, salt, and soda together. Add sugar and shortening and egg mixture. Add chopped cherries. Bake at 350 for 8 - 10 minutes.
Frosting: Mix cherry juice, 2 tsp. vanilla and 1 cube butter add powdered sugar one cup at a time, until desired consistency.