The kids had a random day off from school on Monday so I woke up early in the morning to put together this baked oatmeal while they were still sleeping.  By the time they woke up, the house was filled with warm apple cinnamon smells and we all knew it was going to be a good day.  We had no plans until later that afternoon and while there was still work to be done in the morning, we were free to be as slow and unhurried as we pleased.  Mornings like these are my favorite, partly because they are such a contrast from the usual weekday morning chaos. (PLEASE get out of bed! Hurry and finish your breakfast!  Brush your teeth!  Did you pack your lunch?! Where are your shoes?! The bus is COMING!)

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