Have you ever made candy in a crockpot? I had heard rumors, hearsay, unconfirmed reports, allegations that this sort of thing was possible, but I had never tried.  So here’s the recipe that I tried:

• 24oz Dry Roasted Peanuts, lightly salted
• 4oz German’s sweet chocolate
• 12oz bag of Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 2lbs White Almond Bark

In a 4qt crock pot, pour in the peanuts, then German’s sweet chocolate, then chocolate chips, then almond bark. Turn on Low for 3 hours.  Don’t touch it during that time.  When the 3 hours is up, stir it up really good.  This is the point where I looked at it and it was all still looking like it was in its block form and I was thinking SON OF A BITCH this is gonna be hard to stir! It’s not. Trust me.  Then simply spoon it into regular cupcake holders or mini depending on what size candies you want.  Let them harden and then remove them from the holders.  They’ll look sorta Reese’s Cup-ish on the bottom but they taste more like HEAVEN!

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Nothing is more important in this world than all these baby mammas.  Either you have one, know one, or are one yourself.  Its that time again and I’ve rounded up a few things that I think would be too cool to honor them for all they are:  BADASS.

1. Personalized Mom M&Ms - my boyfriend Ben did this for his dad’s 60th birthday and ever since then, I just think it is the neatest thing–especially for a mom.  Chocolate + personalized for mom’s day= eaten.
2. Locket on Etsy – when in time did I decide that lockets weren’t cool anymore???  As far as I’m concerned, as locket with your baby’s pic inside is one of the most touching things.  And your mom is sure to look retro wearing it.
3. House Slippers  on Etsy- any time Mommy says got get her slippers, she means it.  These really command attention.
4. Jewelry Box - every girl, every mom needs one or ANOTHER one of  these.  But it has to be beautifulness !
5. Zale’s Stackable Birthstone Bands - how cute would it be to get mom a band for one or all of her kids?   I loooove this.   Mostly for myself.  One for mom, one for me  Also, women love jewels.
6. Mamma’s Marg Glass – a happy Mom = happy house.  ’nough said.
7. Mothers day wine glasses on Etsy – these are hand painted and just plane creative.  A little piece of change to spend, but I think every mom I know out there is worth it.

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When I crack open those plastic Easter eggs on Easter morning, this is what I hope I find!

1. Amazon, Sour Patch Jelly Beans-Der gave me the heads up on these because she knows I’m a huge addict fan of Sour Patch kids and man o man are these good!
2. Amazon, Reeses Peanut Butter Egg-One of these has been in my Easter basket every year of my life.  Easter would not be the same without one.
3. Amazon, Cherry Sours-nope not even remotely Easter but its a Cherry Sour?! Who is going to turn one away.  You do need candy to put in some of those other plastic eggs-COME ON?! And yes that link is to a 10lb case. What.
4. Candy Warehouse, SweeTarts Chicks Ducks Bunnies-SweeTarts are right up there in my fav category and I love when I see a little SweeTart bunny!!
5. Amazon, Cadbury Eggs-My all time favorite of these would be the Cadbury Chocolate Creme Filled Egg but I haven’t seen one in any store in TWO YEARS.  What happened? Are they not making the chocolate creme filled anymore???

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If you decide to treat me with something sweet this Valentines day, please remember I’m not a huge lover of sweets and only have a select few faves!

1. Candy Apples: Granted, I’m not a fan of the apples, but LOVE eating the good stuff off of them!
2. Chocolate Covered Strawberries: This would be labeled a romantic gift…I think…
3. Dum Dums: Yes, I could be thought of as a 7 year old for loving these so much.
4. Cherry Sours: Sour and sweet is a great combo!
5. Twizzlers Pull n’ Peel: Please don’t judge…
6. Reeses Peanut Butter Heart: I’ll take the giant one please.

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Dare I say it?? I’m not a chocolate loving girl. Fine. It’s out in the open. Judge if you wish. BUT, that doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy sugary treats on Valentine’s Day!  Here are some non-chocolate options for those girls who dare to live on the wild side.

1. Sweettart’s, Gummy Hearts
2. Sour Peachy Hearts
3. Jelly Belly, Sour Petite Hearts
4. Mike and Ike’s, Valentine’s Medley
5. Jelly Belly, Conversation Beans

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I like color. In my wardrobe, in my home decor, in my Christmas tree. I am also a candy addict. So, I am happy to see that we are no longer limited to the classic red and white peppermint candy canes of Christmas’ past. Oh the choices… where do I start? Um, probably by calling the dentist.

1. SweetTart’s Candy Canes (my choice for the tree this year: colorful and delish)
2. LifeSaver’s Candy Canes
3. Sour Patch Candy Canes
4. Now and Later Candy Canes
5. Trolli Sour Brite Candy Canes
6. Super Bubble Gum Candy Canes

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