When I think of St Patrick's Day, I think beer, green rivers, beer, parties, more beer... wholesome family fun isn't the first thing that comes to mind. So I have been thinking of things Olivia can do to join in the festivities. At Thanksgiving this year, we made "Pilgrim Hat" Cookies for her school. They were super easy to make, (fudge stripe cookies flipped upside down, marshmallows, melted chocolate and yellow writing icing for the buckle) and Olivia was even able to help! (check out the pic below) They were such a big hit I thought, "Why can't we turn these little guys green? If they can do it to the Chicago River, surely we can figure it out! Bam, we have Leprechaun Hats!" So I'm going to use white melting chocolate this time and add green food coloring. I will need to add a layer of green icing to the bottom of the fudge stripe cookie too, but I don't think that will be difficult. So, Marshmallow "Leprechaun Hats" are definitely on the agenda.
Olivia is also obsessed with the idea of 4-Leaf Clovers. Since I am always looking for ways to remind Olivia what a lucky little girl she is, I am going to combine another Thanksgiving Tradition with this iconic symbol of St Patty's Day. With some green construction paper and two clover templates
We are certainly blessed at the Brookshire House, and I think this will be a fun way to reflect on our blessings without waiting until next Thanksgiving! I'll be sure to post a pic when we are done!
After that, I have lots on the agenda. Spring Time is finally here and that means Easter Bunnies, Memorial Day Hot Air Balloon Festival, and FLOWERS!
Until Then,
May your thoughts be as glad as the shamrocks,
May your heart be as light as a song,
May each day bring you bright, happy hours,
That stay with you all the year long.
-Irish Blessing
HAPPY ST PATRICK'S DAY!
