To help you along, here are some things to remember when cooking, especially with kids. Plus a couple of kid-friendly recipes!

1. Keep temperature of hot water below 120 degrees F.

2. Turn handles of pots and pan toward middle of stove to avoid accidental bumps.

3. Wash hands with soap and warm water before cooking or preparing food.

4. Keep hands away from face, hair and pets. If you touch your pet, wash your hands again before preparing food.

5. Tie your long back so it won't get in way!

6. Always use potholders or oven mitts when handling something hot and make sure potholders are not wet.

7. Always pick up a knife by its handle and never try to catch a falling knife.

8. Never put a dirty knife in a sink full of water. When it is ready to be washed, put it where it can be seen.

After Mama died in 2001, my sister, Joanne, and I had to sort through her personal affects and papers. Mama didn't like to throw away anything, so we found canceled checks she had written in sixties. My sister and I laughed at some of checks; five dollars for a tank of gas, seven dollars for my high school graduation cap and gown, and three dollar check for "farm labor". These small items brought back precious memories of our Mama and made us realize deep love she had for her children.