Family Friendly Vacations.

This is the time of year for a fun and Family Friendly Resorts. Karisma Resorts in the Mexican Rivieva Maya is just one place that offers this type of vacation. The Azul Beach Hotel - Riviera Maya located in Puerto Moreles, was recently remodled to add ammenities such as stollers, cribs, color books, and beach games to help make sure children are safe and comfortable. Located on Bahia Pentempich Beach it is sure to be a vacation the whole family will never forget. Not only do the Karisma resorts offer family vacations but they also specialize in adult only themes such as romance,gourmet foods, or nudist beaches. Visit Karisma today and see what they have to offer for the perfect Mexican getaway.

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Orange Bowl

The Iowa Hawkeyes win the Orange Bowl 24-14 against Georgia Tech. What a great game! Friends of mine were in Miami for this game and they said it was very cold. Just the type of weather the Hawks are comfortable playing in. It was great to see Ricky Stanzi back and playing so well for Iowa! The whole team did an incredible job. Hope they have as great of a season in 2010. Looking forward to it.

No Bake Cookies

Becca thought since we are stuck home because of the weather that we should make No Bake Cookies. This is a great recipe for children who are just learning to cook or bake. It is a pretty easy recipe and is truly no bake. Becca made them all by herself and has just tasted her first one.... and they are pretty good. I think Becca will be a wonderful cook as she gets older... she is really starting to pay attention to what I do in the kitchen. I can only hope she stays interested and maybe she can start helping with some of the easier suppers:)

2 Cups Sugar
1/2 cup margerine
1/2 tsp salt
4 Tbsp Cocoa
1/2 cup milk

Place in sauce pan and heat to boiling, boil 1 minute add...

1/2 cup peanut butter
1 tsp vanilla

mix until melted then add 3 cups quick cook oatmeal then drop by spoonfuls onto waxpaper. Enjoy.

Thanks for the recipe Vicky