BEATITUDES FOR PARENTS One man says he had a great speech for parents. It was called, "How to Raise Your Children." He went on speaking tours in the Midwestern United States and was paid a high honorarium for the talk. "This guy will wow you, " people said. Then they had their first child. His majestic speech lost its punch at 2:00 AM with the baby in full cry. But he kept trying. He renamed his new, modified speech "Some Suggestions for Parents" and charged bravely on. They had two more children. The speech changed again. And again. Now it's called, "Feeble Hints for Fellow Strugglers" and he begins with the question: "Does anyone here have a few words of wisdom?" Parents through the ages can identify. "Could someone, please, just give me the final answers to parenting?" we ask. "ALL of them? Could someone tell please tell me how to respond and what to do and what to say and when to say it and do it and tell me now?" But, of course, we ask the impossible. Maybe this will help. I have saved it for years, and do not know its origin. But the author has been there.... It is not the final answer to parenting, but cherish it as a dose of wisdom worth re-reading as often as possible. Beatitudes for Parents Blessed are those parents who make their peace with spilled milk and mud, for of such is the kingdom of childhood. Blessed are those parents who refuse to compare their children with others, for precious unto each is the rhythm of his or her own growth. Blessed are those parents who have learned to laugh, for it is the music of the child's world. Blessed are those parents who understand the goodness of time, for they make it not a sword that kills growth but a shield to guide their children. Blessed are those parents who can say "no" without anger, for comforting to the child is the security of a firm decision. Blessed are those parents who treat their children consistently, for this makes children secure. Blessed are those parents who accept the awkwardness of their growing children, letting each child grow at his or her own speed. Blessed are those parents who are teachable, for knowledge brings understanding, and understanding brings love. Blessed are those parents who love their children in the midst of a hostile world, for love is the greatest of all gifts. Blessed are those who read these words...but more blessed yet are they who follow them! © 2001 Steve Goodier

I am looking for a recipe for Buckeyes, sugar cookies made with powdered sugar, white sugar, butter, oil, etc., and microwave peanut brittle. Can anyone help me out? Thanks Pat

Not sure if this is the one you wanted, there are a few others out in cyber-land. * Exported from MasterCook * BARB'S OHIO BUCKEYES Recipe By : Serving Size : 2 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Candies Chocolate Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 12 oz Jar creamy peanut butter 2/3 c Softened margarine 1 t Vanilla 1 lb Confectioner's sugar 6 oz Package semi-sweet chocolate Chips 6 oz Package milk chocolate chips -or, use 1 package chocolate -made for candy making 3 tb Melted paraffin From: Bill Jernigan, COOKING echo Mix together. Use hands to make into smooth 1 inch balls. Chill. With toothpick, dip all but the very top of balls into melted warm mixture-- Drop onto wax paper to harden. Chill. no rice krispies in this one, but i don't see why you couldn't add them to stretch it a bit, or to cut the incredible bliss of peanut butter and chocolate (chortle)... - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -