Dickerson Oxton - December 2022

SLEEPYHEAD BEDS Sleepyhead Beds improves the quality of life for children and their families by providing clean, reusable beds and bedding! They also contribute to the health and environment of the community by sanitizing mattresses and keeping them out of landfills. They rely on individuals like you to donate gently used or new mattresses and box springs, bedding and sheet sets, and any financial support. You’d be surprised how little it takes to deliver the happily ever after to these children! If you want to donate a bed or volunteer, check out their page at SleepyHeadBeds.org . OPERATION BREAKTHROUGH n the Lives of Others CK TO THE COMMUNITY

The mission of Operation Breakthrough is to provide a safe, loving, and educational environment for children in poverty and empower their families through advocacy, emergency aid, and education. The organization responded to the need for quality child care and provided them with a nurturing and safe environment. The vision has been for all children to have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, and with your help, they can give the children the boost they need to reach it. If you want to get involved, use their page OperationBreakThrough.org to help today!

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This year-round treat is the perfect dessert for any holiday party. Since you don’t need to worry about a hot oven, it’s a great recipe to make with the whole family — including the little ones! • 1 cup powdered sugar • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter • 3 tbsp softened butter • 1 lb white chocolate candy coating INGREDIENTS

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DIRECTIONS

1. Line a cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper. 2. In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar, peanut butter, and softened butter. Mix until evenly combined. 3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the lined cookie sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until firm. 4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate candy coating in increments of 30 seconds, stirring occasionally until smooth. 5. In the same bowl, use skewers to dip peanut butter balls into the chocolate before placing them on a lined cookie sheet so they can harden. 6. Chill until ready and then serve!

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