8/6/2003 |
3 soft spots at the top make it easier to drain the water |
Travis, the inspiration behind the “Mom, I’m Bored” series, saw
a coconut in the grocery store and wanted to open one up. I had no idea how to do it so we bought one
anyways. A few things: 1) coconuts have
3 soft spots where you can puncture and drain the coconut water out and 2) the
coconuts at your grocery store may be have been “prepared” for opening with a
line already cut partially through the thick skin.
The pre-made cuts look like an equator but help in opening the coconut with a hammer or a knife (by an adult) |
Travis used our crack-open-a-coconut activity as an
opportunity to get out a power screwdriver and drilled holes in the soft
spots. We then turned the coconut upside
down in a bowl and drained the water.
Next, we wrapped the coconut in a towel, aimed for the middle (where
the pre-made cuts were located) and broke it open (the towel keeps the pieces
from flying all over the kitchen).
We tasted the coconut water and the meat. I will tell you – this is no Almond Joy – but
it was a fun adventure.
Happy 10th Birthday! |
Happy Birthday Travis
and many more!!
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