Valentine's Day Sugar High Letdown

I don't need a "day" to eat too much sugar. But, I bet there are a lot of you out there who are not used to eating sugar and are feeling a bit queasy (or maybe it has something to do with all the different strains of viruses going around.) I actually just read that there is no such thing as a sugar high; that it is a myth. And, they say, if you actually feel anything remotely close to the affects of a sugar high, it is considered a placebo affect. Everyone is supposed to have some sugar (glucose) in their body. The problem is when you have too much. Gone are the days of blaming sugar for your child's hyperactivity. Even though Valentine's Day is over, what you experienced yesterday doesn't change today: the love of your family and friends.

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Bailey's Irish Cream Fudge

adapted from iVillage.com March 1995 This is an obvious choice for my second recipe since I just mentioned it in the last post. I'm not kidding when I tell you that this is the best fudge you will ever eat. It is my daughter, Ryan's favorite fudge ever. The best part is it makes 5 lbs., definitely enough to go around. I make this every Christmas.

Crock Pot Spiced Nuts

Have you ever bought hot nuts from a street vendor in New York City? It's the best! My daughter, Megan, LOVES nuts, especially sugar-coated ones. I found this recipe on Pinterest and I made a few changes here and there. I won't say it's the fastest way to make these type of nuts, but it certainly is easy. Make sure you are going to be home for several hours, though.

Candy Cane Valentine

If you're like me, you might have a lot of candy canes left over from Christmas. Or, you might wait until they are 90% off and pay next to nothing for a box. I think I paid 20 cents for 44 candy canes. I love being able to take one thing and use it for another. All you need to make this heart is two candy canes and red ribbon. I hot glued the top and bottom of the candy cane. Then I tied a ribbon and curled the ends and glued it to the front of the heart. I took another piece of ribbon, made a loop and tied the bottom and glued it to the back. That's it! Cute! February 20, 2013 Here is my patriotic version. Some friends of mine helped me make over 100 of these last night to hand out at the Veteran's Breakfast that will be held March 2nd in Pepperell, MA. My daughter, Megan and I organized a little variety show for the Veterans. Megan and her sister, Ryan will be dancing along with a lot of their d...

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