Tropical Storm Lee : Controlled Chaos…Multiplying the Madness for Maximum Effect

Tropical storm Lee, two sick kids, and the inability to leave the house… what on earth are we going to do? How about adding another 5 year old to the mix and plan a day of fun? So I call up the neighbor who just had a baby boy three weeks ago on top of her 5 and 3 year old boys and ask if Lukus, currently Donovan’s BEST FWIEND, can come over for a while. After her resounding yes, we took off to pick him up and hurry back inside. Suddenly it hit…um, two rambunctious boys that must stay INSIDE? Am I crazy? Ok, time to strategize.

First I put on a batch of Easy Peasy Peanut Butter Cookies with M&M candies on top. Then I whip up a couple milkshakes (during which I realized I REALLY must upgrade my blender) and pop a big bowl of popcorn. During the first 15 minutes they went through 2 card games, 3 Wii games, and each and every one of Donovan’s trucks and planes. Then they settled on Lion King 2. Score! By now the cookies are done and cooling, so I throw down Donovan’s play rug, grab a couple pillows off his bed, and they settle down to catch a movie. All is well. Wait, what is that noise? Aw, crap…they’re outside…in the rain and mud. Someone remind me again why I did this?

Easy Peasy Peanut Butter Cookies with M&Ms
1 cup peanut butter (we like creamy)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg

Mix all 3 ingredients and roll into balls and place on a baking sheet. Put an M&M candy on top of each ball and bake at 350 for 13-15 minutes, or until you notice the edges turning a darker brown. Let cool, grab a glass of milk, and enjoy!