Some Quick Tips for Mom…from These 2 Hands!

Mother’s day is upon us and when I think of Mother’s Day, I think to myself  “Every mother should do nothing!”  To me, that  would make for the perfect Mother’s day – and I’m sure for plenty others as well!  Perhaps an extra hour (or 2) in bed wouldn’t hurt….or waking up to bedside flowers from your garden! Even better, breakfast in bed just as long as it not messy!!  Any meal that I’m not making is a good one- and that’s not because I can’t cook…its more because its one less thing for me to do! Often we (moms) wear many hats: the teacher hat, the chef hat and the maids’ hat and on top that- the mom hat, wife hat, daughter hat, sister hat, friend hat and if you’re a working-outside-the-home mom, just add that to the list!!!!  So basically, most moms have a very full plates (I know I do!)  Below you will find some sweet ideas for the kids to do for mom on Mother’s Day  (WARNING- some of these tips require Dad to be involved!) I’m sure mom would appreciate!

Food ideas-

Donut Hole Breakfast Skewers- How fun is this! Its also perfect because it requires no cooking! All you need are some berries, donut minis & skewers!

{Tip and photo credit via- http://valsocal.blogspot.com/ }

Fruit and Donut Hole Skewers

Does mom like pizza? If so try making pizza crescent rolls! All you need are crescent rolls, sliced pepperoni, mozzarella string cheese, & pasta sauce! This requires the oven so Dad will need to be hands on!

First you want to preheat oven to 375.  Unroll the crescent rolls then separate into 8 triangles.  Place a few slices of pepperoni on each roll.  Put a half a string cheese piece and roll it up.  Place rolls on buttered baking sheet then following cooking directions on packaging.  Serve with a side of warm pizza sauce.

tip via- http://www.plainchicken.com/2011/12/crescent-pepperoni-roll-ups.html }

Easy Pizza Crescent Rolls

Here’s another quick recipe for crescent rolls-

Surprise Filled Crescent Rolls- Think about what mom likes and then fill the crescent roll with it!  Does she like peanut butter & chocolate, or nutella, or butter & cinnamon sugar….Anything you use, I’m sure she’ll appreciate!

{Tip credit via- http://www.fortheloveofcooking.net/2009/10/chocolate-and-peanut-butter-filled.html }

Peanut Butter and...whatever you have...Crescent Rolls!

Here’s a gift idea that doesn’t have to break the bank-

Flowers in Painted bottles-  Take the apple sauce jar or the wine bottle out of the recycling bin! Of course you want to wash then dry it.  Take some enamel paint, pour it into the glass, swirl around covering the entire bottle in paint, then pour out excess. Repeat process in an hour, then dry bottle upside down on new paper for 2 days.  For the first hour be sure to wipe any excess paint from the rim with a wet towel. Once the paint is fully dry, cut some flowers from your garden and there you have a wonderful, heartfelt, handmade Mother’s day gift!

{Tip credit via- http://www.marthastewart.com/268444/bottle-beauty }

{Image credit via- http://craftgawker.com }

DIY never looked so lovely!

Whether you make mom a card, write her a poem, take her to her favorite restaurant or make her a home cooked meal; just remember Mother’s day is a day of appreciation so be sure to make it extra special!♥

For more tips on party & home decor, organization, DIY’s and more visit-

www.These-2-Hands.com

Michelle Rodriguez, founder of These 2 Hands….Let These 2 Hands be the solution to all your home and party needs!

Musings on Mother’s Day…from the Editor

Mother’s Day is coming.  Actually, it is really here.  You have a few short days to decide what to do for your mom, or your wife (or both!).  Sure, we could have taken our usual route with holidays.  The guide…where to eat, what to buy, how to make her feel special that one day out of the year when we are supposed to make mothers feels special – yada yada.  But, from one mom out there…pour a cup of coffee or tea, and let’s have a good heart-to-heart, shall we? (more…)

Profile of An Artist: Danielle Colucci

Fine Artist, Danielle (DEE) Colucci

As human beings, there is an artist inside us all.   Our talents all vary, and for some people, the talent is so great that the rest of us are lucky when they impart it on the world.  Art comes in many forms…music, dance and the fine arts, and in today’s world, it can even be digital.  But, as any artist knows, the muse does not always “hit” you.  We chatted with one local artist recently who has had a resurgence of her craft.  Fine Artist, Danielle (Dee) Colucci was happy to answer a few of our questions about what drives her to create her eclectic and bold paintings.

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So you think you Know How to Eat?

Norma LaVecchia, Fitness Expert

Westchester Happening welcomes you to our feature, the Westchester Wellness Corner! Our guest writer and fitness expert is certified personal trainer, Norma LaVecchia. Check in once or twice a month, as Norma gives us fitness tips, tidbits on healthy eating, and offers ways in which we can cut back on all the stress in our lives!

Do you know how to eat? Don’t tell me what my kids say: “I open my mouth and chew” How much does your diet contribute to your health? We know the answer is a great deal. Can food help prevent a disease or help stop a problem. ..yes. Yet, we still eat and drink what we shouldn’t.  I hear people say they eat healthy but are not losing weight or their cholesterol  is still high etc. Some of us try but are not sure what, when or how. We are different, so our body needs are different. Sounds complicated if you are not well educated in nutrition. While chatting with a client about food she told me about her nutritionist. She raved so much about her I had to find out more. (more…)

Sometimes All you Need is Two Hands!

Happy Anniversary, Mrs. Why-Knot!

Way back when…when WH was in its toddler-hood, we introduced you to a new pal of ours, Ms. Why-Knot. Oh, she offered up all sorts of advice to other couples in the planning stages of their weddings.  And little by little, we got to know her.  We were lucky enough to share in her joy, as she went from being Ms. Why-Knot to a Mrs!!  Now, she is really all grown up, and we would like to wish her a very happy first anniversary!!  This week, the Mrs. Why-Knot blog turns one!

To help her celebrate, we thought we might sit and chat about the past year…as Ms. turned into a Mrs….and get a re-cap on what makes this blog (and blogger Jenn Puja) tick! (more…)

EARTH DAY…2012

Reduce, reuse, recycle!

This coming Sunday, April 22, 2012, is Earth Day.  Earth Day is a day to commemorate the commitment of the human race to preserve our beloved planet.  It is a day to remind us to take green actions…however small…to reduce our “footprint” by re-using, recycling, upcycling and reducing the amount of garbage and pollutants we produce.  The first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970, and since then over 1 billion people celebrate Earth Day.  It is actually the world’s largest civic and collective observance!

Westchester County will hold various Earth Day celebrations, within various municipalities.  There are also things we can do individually to commemorate the day.  The county celebration will be held in one of the most central and beautiful outdoor locations, at the Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla.  You can head to the Dam anytime between 10am and 3pm, for fun activities and educational experiences for all age groups.  There will be live music and entertainment, including Annie and the Natural Wonder Band, and the Solar Punch Band.  There will be exhibits and educational information on everything from how to make your home more environmentally sound, to how to run a green and eco-friendly business!  There will be a farmer’s market featuring fresh and local produce and products.  There will also be the presentation of the county’s Sustainability/Recycling Awards…for environmental achievement and community programs.  Parking and admission for the day are free of charge. (more…)