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Snowglobes of Wonder and Joy

I made snowglobes! 
I've always loved those, even as a little kid. Then I saw DIY's on Pinterest, and thought.... Why hadn't I thought of making them before??





So in a nutshell, jars, hot glue, brush christmas trees (or anything plastic-y) glitter... and then to fill the jar, distilled water, glitter and some corn syrup to thicken it! I made all of these (already had jars) for $4.00!

We attempted a gingerbread house with some friends... as you can see it looks like a crackhouse. 
 

So... I think it's best I stick with the kind of art I know haha! I made a lot of books this break, and Austin can't complain cause he's an Eng. Lit. 


He's been busy cooking some more amazing meals and snacks!



Those are a healthy alfredo with quinoa base, and the other are applechips!
Visit our Recipe page for cooking instructions .:here:.

Also, for those who don't already know after my super obnoxious facebook excitement, 
I took a BLS (Basic Life Support) CPR and AED (defibrillator) class for my CNA qualifications. 

I got to spend the day with these guys, and I totally passed as a Healthcare Provider level CPR person! And yes those in the back are stacked infant babies. I can save babies too. :)






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  1. MelodyDecember 24, 2012 at 4:23 AM

    This is awesome! Especially the crack house. Merry Christmas and Happy Chest Compressions.

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  2. Brennyn Torres CarmenDecember 25, 2012 at 12:02 AM

    Haha! Mel you're the best! Merry Christmas to you too! I'm jealous everyone gets to see you in a few days cause I miss you!

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