A woman is like a TEA BAG - you never know how strong she is until she gets into HOT WATER. - Eleanor Roosevelt

Tuesday, June 4

Gold Nuggets of Wisdom - Graduation Gift

Everyone loves those Youmans' girls.
 
Recently, when Miss Rockstar Athlete and girl-next-door beauty, Aby Youmans, graduated from high school, I had the honor of attending her graduation party.
 
(Begin Harlem Shake music intro!) 

Instead of giving her a stack of cash, I found a more creative idea on Pinterest! 

Where else?
 
 
 

It's pretty easy - here is the side view ...
(Pay no attention to the chipped red nail polish on the thumb nail.) 

 
 I used:
1 bag of Hershey's Nuggets
1 empty strawberry container
Ribbon
Dollar bills
Handmade inspirational quotes gift tag
 
Method:
Fold dollar bills into thirds lengthwise, then in thirds again to make short enough to wrap around the nuggets. secure with tape.
 
Pack your dollar bill wrapped nuggets into the container snugly and close lid. 
 
Tie with a fun, grosgrain ribbon. 
 
Add a few inspirational quotes.
 
Here is what my tag included:
 
Gold Nuggets of Wisdom -

A woman is like a tea bag – you can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.  – Eleanor Roosevelt

The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.   – Anonymous

The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge; it is a lack of will.   – Vince Lombardi

The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.  – Steve Jobs

Congratulations on your hard work!
Onward & upward, aby!
 

 Here's a little bit of graduation party eye candy:



 



Frito & Corn Salad

Disclaimer:  Think of this as a savory, crunchy, people-pleasing sort of side.  A healthy salad, it is not. 

Warning: Other people's children (OPC) may invite you to move into their homes to live and cook after tasting this recipe. (Husbands, however, tend to be a bit more conservative when smartly requesting only for the recipe.) 


Serves 8*
Ingredients:
2 (15 ounce) cans sweet corn, drained
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese                                                   
1 cup mayonaise (I used Hellman's)                     
1 cup green pepper, finely chopped                                                   
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped                         
1 (10 1/2 ounce) bag coarsely crushed Fritos chili cheese corn chips                             

Directions:
Mix first 5 ingredients and chill. Stir in corn chips just before serving in a big, shiny trifle dish.

*I highly recommend doubling this recipe.