Crazy Cranberry Cookies

I love to spend time in my kitchen and on occasion that involves making a treat for the family.  I had some craisins to use up and concocted this yummy cookie recipe.  The cookie sheet you use can make all the difference in the texture of your cookies.  I recommend using one similar to the Norpro Stainless Steel Jelly Roll Baking Pan Crazy Cranberry Cookies.  I prefer the larger size so I don’t have to put so many rounds of cookies in the oven.  The stainless steel pan also cooks more evenly.

If you make some of my crazy cranberry cookies leave a comment and let me know what you think.  I know this batch won’t last long the boys are already asking for more.

Crazy Cranberry Cookies
 
crazy cranberry cookies Crazy Cranberry Cookies1 cup brown sugar
1 cup softened butter
3 eggs
2 1/4 cups oatmeal
2 1/4 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
6 oz bag dried cranberries
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup mini chocolate chips
 
Preheat oven to 375. Blend sugar and butter, add eggs until creamed.  Add remaining ingredients and blend well.  Drop by tablespoons onto a cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray.  Bake for 12 minutes until golden brown. Makes 3 1/2 dozen cookies.

A Run To The Consignment Store

consignment A Run To The Consignment StoreI am on a mission to declutter the house. I guess I am just ready to let go of my mess. I have never been much of a housekeeper typically leaving things piled or boxed in most rooms of the house.  But even for me there is a point where things need to escape my house and find someone who really loves and needs them.

This morning was that morning.  The point of no return for my excess.  Six trash bags and one large duffle full of winter clothing, a box of misc household items and a few new bowls and Santa potato heads later my home looks a bit less cluttered. 

The goal is to sell a lot of my clutter at a 50% profit rate.  What work did I have to do?  Clean, fold and bag the clothes.  Package everything and drive it to the store.  My items will be in stock for 60 days and then I should get a call inquiring if I want my items returned or donated.  After 30 days I can pick up a check for my items that have sold.  While my goal is to declutter and I normally would have dropped off my clothes at the area Christian Needs Center I thought I would give this a shot first as the kids are growing again and we could use some new clothing.

Do you consign your clutter?  If so do you have any tips to share?  Leave me a comment and let me know.

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Get Your Move On

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 Get Your Move On

Do you have a PlayStation 3?  If so you really should check out the new 

Click HerePlayStation(R)MOVE  The PlayStation Move is a new gaming accessory only available for the PlayStation 3.  If one landed at my house you better believe I might have to limit the usage.  With PlayStation's superior graphics and my kids love of video games I have a feeling that it would be hard to pry them away from the games.

I would love to try out Get fit with Mel B.  My kids would be jumping on checking out the new Kung Fu Rider game. I like the idea of the boys getting up and moving around a bit while playing instead of just sitting around on the couch.  During the middle of winter when the snow is flying and we are all going stir crazy it would be helpful to let the kids burn off some extra energy even if they can't go outside.

The best part of the PlayStation Move has to be the price.  You can pick it up for only $99.  I am sure this will make it a hot Christmas item for the family with teenagers but it has great game options for all ages.

 Get Your Move On

I_Blog Tickets On Sale

For me this is really exciting to tell you that I_Blog tickets are on sale all week.  I_Blog was the first blog conference I ever attended.  I learned a lot in the small setting of this conference.  With the setting being small there is plenty of time for individualized questions from the speakers and other attendees.

Today use code iblog10 to get your ticket 50% off

Wednesday use code save75 to get $75 off your ticket

Thursday use code save50 to get $50 off your ticket

Friday and Saturday use code save25 to get $25 off your ticket

Now really is the time to sign up.  I_Blog takes place in Perry, Iowa just outside Des Moines.  It is a fast trip from Omaha, Nebraska at only two hours.  Come enjoy some small town Iowa charm and a great conference.