Mini Oreo Apple Pops

I've been searching for great Teacher Appreciation gifts/Last day of school gifts and came across this post on Skip to My Lou (found on my list of blogs that I follow) and which was posted on her blog by Brooke from The Crafting Chicks Blog:


Mini Oreo Pops

• mini oreos


• red candy melts


• green airheads


• pretzel sticks


• toothpicks


• styrofoam (for drying) and a container for giving

Gently stick the toothpick into the cream part of the oreo, dip into red candy melts (that you've melted in the microwave according to package directions), then place in styrofoam to harden. While the candy is still wet, break the pretzel sticks into small pieces and stick into the top of the oreo. Cut the green airheads into small pieces and shape into leaf shapes before attaching it to the oreo with a little dab of melted candy.

Let everything dry before removing used toothpicks. Place in container for the Teacher and show him or her your appreciation.

The Edward Everett Dale Society Reception

My husband and I were invited to a reception yesterday hosted by the Edward Everett Dale Society in the Western History Collection featuring new books published by The University of Oklahoma Press. It was a great reception and something I've never been too before...it made me feel like an adult. Of course I found half a dozen books I wanted to purchase, but I settled on these three:
A comprehensive history of the Sooner state from it's tectonic formation to it's centennial birthday. A dual choice, my Husband and I think it will be a good book for our boys when they study Oklahoma history in high school.

A fictional account that brings to life the Oklahoma Land Run of 1889. This one was my husband's choice, but looks interesting nonetheless.

A book based on the diaries and letters of 8 women who traversed the wagon trails on our countries westward migration during the 19th century. I knew I wanted this book the minute I picked it up. It's going to be a great read.

We were put on the permanent invite list for this event, and I'm looking forward to next years reception!