Memorial Day weekend was hot.  Joey, Heather, and a couple of neighbor kids (Joe & Jacob) supplied the passer-bys with fresh lemonade.  Generous soles, with a few moments to chat, stopped by.  "What are you raising money for?"  they would ask.  My son informs them of the chinese water dragon he is hoping to soon have as his pet.  "Oh, I will take a lemonade and good luck with your pet." Wonderful generous soles.  We all love our children, so.   

Here is a fresh lemon poppy seed muffin that I've since whipped up.  Helping to keep our children, family, and friends healthy and happy. 

Ingredients:

2 cups whole wheat flour
3/4 cup sweetener (Splenda)
1 tbs. baking powder
1 tbs. poppy seeds
1 16oz. can light pears
2 egg whites 
3 tbs. lemon juice
2 tsp. grated lemon peel
1 tsp. lemon (or vanilla) extract
3 drops yellow food coloring (optional)

Combine dry ingredients.  Pour pears and their juice into food processor, puree until smooth, and add to flour mixture.  Add all remaining ingredients and stir until completely moistened.  Spray muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray.  Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes, or until wooden toothpick comes out clean.  Makes 12.  Nutrition Info. 1 Muffin - Calories 81, Fat 0, Carbs 17g, Fiber 2g, Complete Protein 1g