They say the darndest things

Yesterday, we were getting ready to head off to Dallas to spend the day at the Childrens' Museum before picking up Mackenzie, and Sadie comes in wearing sunglasses. I sang to her that her "future's so bright," laughing, she asked me what a Future is.

My husband and I gave examples, tomorrow, the next day, when she goes to college, Christmas, when she gets older (She has a birthday coming up)...

She immediately begain crying and proclaimed, "I don't want to get old!"
We consoled her, but she refused to wear her sunglasses all day.

So I may not be Rachel freakin' Ray, but...

I think I'm getting close! I used to follow recipes step by step and never attempted to cook without one. This past year, as a stay at home mom in the middle of BFE, Texas, I have had more than enough time to play with my cooking skills. Last week I made a Kicked-Up version of Rice Krispie Treats trying to put a bit of added-health-value into the little chewy delights...and they turned out fabulously.
Thought I should share!

Kellogg's Rice Krispies Gluten Free Cereal--5 Cups
1 package of Marshmallows
3 Tablespoons of SmartBalance butter
1/2 Cup Pumpkin Seeds
1/2 Cup Sunflower Seeds
1/2 Cup Dried Cranberries
1/4 Cup Flax

I then just followed the normal recipe.
1. Melt butter in saucepan on low, add marshmallows and stir until they melt.
2. Add all of the other ingredients and mix well.
3. Coat 13x9 pan with cooking spray and press Krispie Mix into pan with Wax paper.
4. Let cool, then cut into treats.

And let me just say YUMMO! These little treats, packed with added goodness, were devoured even by my picky little eater.