Young Women Gratitude Goodies

I just love everything about the Thanksgiving season. 

The food. The changing colors. The food. The crisp air. Did I mention food?

Okay, okay--- while the food the food is a close second, 

I think my most favorite thing about the Thanksgiving season is the focus of gratitude.

As I started to think about this holiday season some of the things that I have been the most grateful for,

I couldn't help but think how grateful I am for the opportunities

 I have had in my life to interact with young women.

Sure sometimes it can be a little stressful,

but I would not trade my memories or experiences for anything in the world.

I was recently challenged to show my gratitude more openly towards 

the people who have had a large impact on my life. 

I decided to make these little popcorn goody bags for each of the young women with a little heart-felt note.

I think they turned out pretty cute, so feel free to use and share!

I decided to fill the bags with caramel popcorn.

I used my mom's famous recipe. Seriously--- it's to die for.

1 can sweet and condensed milk

2 cups brown sugar

1 cup butter

1 cup corn syrup

fresh popped popcorn

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Cook until soft stage.

Drizzle over popcorn

I found these cute little bags with a little window in them at Pebbles in my Pocket. 

I filled the bags with the caramel popcorn, added some pattern paper, twine and ribbon, 

and topped them off with a little tag I made.