We have more apples around here than we know what to do with. I went a bit overboard at the orchard thinking that we could make applesauce, and dry them into fruit roll-ups. Neither have been accomplished yet. My husband told me not to worry because it was beginning to look like they would sauce themselves right there in the boxes. At least it is getting cold enough now that the fruit flies are no longer an issue.

Anyways, this afternoon the girls and I (the neighbor girl too) decided that making a pie sounded fun. I love baking with my children-- here are a few things that I have learned along the way.

#1- Have everything set up and prepared. Gather all ingredients, all utensils, all recipes and aprons ahead of time. If there is even the slightest lull in the action- they will lose interest. Perhaps even begin sword fighting with their wooden spoons (not good especially when they are covered in dough or batter.)

#2: Always make sure that everyone has equal amount of "turns" and don't forget who gets to go next. Children are very particular about the order in which they proceed.