for the past 35 years, we (mom, dad, julie, jill, and i) have made cinnamon rolls at christmas to give to friends, neighbors, and family. the tradition began when my parents, who were a little short on holiday cash in 1972, decided to bake gifts for people. what began as a project of 7-8 pans of rolls has now evolved into a list of 135.
it's interesting to look back at the people who have been on "the list" (or "honor roll", as a friend puts it) over the years...a few have been receiving rolls since the beginning. for many of the families we deliver to, our rolls have become a part of their Christmas tradition: smith cinnamon rolls for breakfast.
now, our own children have become a part of the process, either helping to make dough, or delivering the rolls to neighbors. it's just a small thing, you know. but i think it makes Christmas a little brighter for everyone involved.
a couple of notes about the photos in the slide show...
julie is priceless in her poses, as you will see. we staged the corny picture of kendra receiving rolls with one hand and shaking hands with my dad. lastly, dad is posing with an "icing brush" which he has officially retired and jokingly said he wants to mount above the oven.
enjoy. and merry christmas!
Big Boo Cast: Episode 380
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1 comment:
yummy...they are so good...juj is freakin hilarious! what a neat family tradition! love it!
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