Strawberry Fun

When Russ was still at home, I had to think of fun things to do with the kids that were not normally done. I found doing the same things just got old for them (and me), and we couldn't always leave to get away from it all.

 

I let them do the dunking of the strawberries, while I tend to do it for them oversaw, and melted the white chocolate chips. I had to give up my anal/perfectionist tendencies for this project. I used Wilton Candy Melts, so they harden right there on the counter, no need for the fridge. After this part, they wanted to lick the bow and I did the finishing touches.

 

All I can say - YUMMO !! I put the white chocolate in a little baggy, cut the corner off and squeeed the piping on the starwberries. So easy, and what a tasty little treat.

Comments

[ghd flat irons]

May God bless you abundantly for the time you give in His service. Children need this fundamental Christian education especially in these times. Thank you for your good works.

[Sandra K]

Yum!
I bet the boys enjoyed it.

[Joyce Stewart]

It's lovely to put a face to the little boys I pray for...thanks for sharing this lovely photo..and you all did a great job!

[sheene]

:) hello julie! i really admire your strengh! wish i could give you a hug from all the way here in the Philippines.. :) i have followed your journey silently and would like for you to know that you and your family are always in our prayers..

p.s.
love the frosting!

[Madeline Parlee]

looks great Julie, those little boys look like up and coming chefs. God bless you my dear.

[Carri McMullen]

Those boys of yours are so handsome and look like they are having fun.

[diane mcvey]

Those are beautiful! I LOVE dipped strawberries. We had a chocolate fountain at my son's graduation party, with the most gorgeous strawberries I had ever seen. I'll never forget those beauties, and how much fun everyone had holding them under the fountain! I'm sure you all enjoyed yours as well! I've done them like that, too! :D YUM!

[Anita Aurit]

Julie,
We're60 miles s. of the Canadian border and a girlfriend of mine drives to Canada just to buy the chocolate for her dipped strawberries, says it's the absolute best and having tasted her chocolate covered strawberries, I'd have to agree.

You and the boys are still in our prayers.

[Kay M]

May this poem will give you some comfort:

http://angel-on-my-shoulder.com/tomorrow.html

[bonnie weiss]

Looks like the boys might have creative juices in them too ... just like their Mom. They would make Martha so proud! (BTW ... love the aprons ... they look so professional!).

[Sylvia/Georgia]

Your boys are blessed to have such a wonderful mom and to have had a great dad.

[Letha Brower]

Julie, I still have my darling husband of 46 years, but do not have my children who went to be with their Lord at the age of 15, 19, and 21. I grieve with you and know that you will get sgtronger and your prayers will see you through so much.

[Kheila]

Julie, I love that you share this part of your life with all of us. The boys must have been having such fun and I know you did too! Making memories.....that's just so important!

[Diane L]

Oh boy,those strawberries look delicious!
Great job boys!!!

[Nancy]

Gorgeous!! I'm suddenly VERY hungry! lol Good job Julie! I totally understand those perfectionist tendencies...sometimes we just HAVE to let it go! Thanks so much for sharing this! :o)

[Terry Molineux]

Julie I am alergic to strawberries but they sure look yummy and what a great mom. I had my girls help me too but I didn't have too much patience with them....

[Roxanne Daku]

Aw Julie- you are a fantastic mom. Looks like you are choosing 'life', and that takes bravery and courage that no one else will ever know you are choosing, but know that you are incredibly courageous for choosing to live life one moment at a time today. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

[Pat Jandacek]

Looks like they did a great job...and I can only assume they enjoyed eating them, all the more for having had their hands in the creation. A good experience for all three of you, I'm sure. It's a fabulous photo just waiting to be added to a scrapbook!

[Debmom4ca]

Speaking of fun is it possible for you and the boys to go on a vacation? After my mother died we went on a vacation to California. It was such a gift to get away from the grief and sadness for a while. It made things brighter when we returned home.
Is it possible for us your cyber family to make it happen? I hope so.

[Sandi]

You are such a good Mom. Those look yummy!

[michelle]

you ans i are so much alike...lol

i'd have a hard time too with a project like this..and giving up my seat at the control desk!
not to mention worrying about the chocolate drippings that may have wound up on the floor and on their clothes..lol

however.."letting go" from time to time does the soul good.

[Patti J.]

You are a wonderful mother - the boys won't realize just how much so until they are grown with families of their own! Your strawberries look divine - Yummy! Thanks for sharing!

[Kristie]

Those look scrumptious!

It warms my heart when you post. You and your boys remain in my thoughts and prayers!

[Colleen Gurgul]

Mmmm Mmm, looks very good. I know what you mean about having to let go of the anal perfectionist side. that would be me too. looks like they had fun.

[Gail S.]

Julie - You and your boys have been in my thoughts and my prayers. My heart breaks when I think what you are going through but you do have strength and family - keep the faith. I requested you as a friend on facebook. Take care and just one day at a time.

[judy Anderson]

Glad you posted. I was thinking of you and your 'new normal'