Well, amidst the chaos of our kitchen renovation this December, we have been able to start a new Christmas tradition.
At least that’s what the boys’ say.
We have the “island” from our kitchen that we are not using as an island anymore, but it still holds some of the pots and pans that I need. So I just sat it up against the wall and put some leftover butcher block on top.
It’s just a temporary thing.
But since it is sitting in our kitchen, I thought I would put it to use and make it a “Hot Chocolate Bar.”

Let’s just say that the boys went crazy over this!
They think I am the coolest mom EVA!
We always drink hot chocolate each winter, but we have never had a spot designated just for making hot chocolate.
That’s what me made so cool.
We have regular marshmallows and peppermint marshmallows, some hot chocolate, and some candy canes.
I’m sure that new items will be added to our hot chocolate bar each year.
Maybe hazelnut or almond flavoring? Yum!
The boys made me promise that I will do this again next year, and of course I agreed.
So a new family tradition has begun!
Here are some hot chocolate bars I found on Pinterest if you need some more ideas to create your own.
The following three images are from Catch My Party!
Warm Winter Wishes!


















