St. Patrick's Day has never been a big deal in either of our families. But this year because I am trying to be more fun, I decided to start a green tradition. I invited Eric and the kids to a St. Patrick's Day party. We had a green dinner: green pasketti, green bread, fresh squeezed limeade, lots of green fruits and veggies and green ranch of course. The kids' favorite was the little pots of gold (hollowed out limes with mini lemon jigglers.) Then the kids followed the gold trail to where the leprechaun hid some prizes - a box of lucky charms, green bubbles and new sidewalk chalk. We had really cute green cupcakes with rainbows made from slices of airheads. I didn't get a picture, but here is the idea that I used.
It was a lot of work, but so worth it. When will I ever have my kids this age again. When things calm down and life gets easier and they are in college? I don't think it will mean as much to them then as it does right now!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
St. Patrick's Day - Being More Fun Cont...
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Mindy - look how fun you are. I love ALL of the green food. What a great idea. I need to plan on that next year.
That looks like so much fun and so yummy! I wish I were there. I had marshmallow mateys for dinner. Love you guys. Oh and I love the pic of the kids with their breakfast in bed!
Well I've always thought you were a fun Mom!! But your last two posts were too cute- what fun ideas!!
Good Job on being more fun! That is awesome. We are big fans of St. Patrick's Day so thanks for some new good ideas for next year!
Fun. Sorry I missed out on that party.
You are such a cute mom and I am going to steal your idea on the kids day! That would be so fun to do. You are so creative in a lot of different catagories.
I love it! My mom did things like this when I was growing up! I love your limes with jello! So CUTE!
You are a totally fun Mom. I love the kids day idea... I am for sure stealing that one! And what a great St Paddy's day tradition to start!
Okay you've out done yourself this time. wow!! but I'm not to surprised coming from you.
I agree about having more fun. Our kids are all growing up SO FAST
You are such a good mom. Good for you!!! :)
Awesome Idea! I should do something like that next year! Great idea!
Mindy, you are so creative!! How do you find the time??
That's so cute. It was about 5 at night when Matt told me I wasn't wearing anything green. oops! I've been meaning to call you. I want you guys to come over and see the babies and the kids can play! Let me know when a good time for you is. I'm home all the time. I have been working from about 4-6 though, and Asher goes down at one or two so let me know when is good for you.
Wow Mindy, you are amazing! I want to come to one of your dinners or parties! :) Your kids are so lucky to have such a fun mom. I can't wait to see you and your mom in a few weeks!
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