Oatmeal Masterpiece

I didn't think I liked cooked oatmeal...well, this morning I decided to try my hand at it, adding some of my favorite things to liven it up! And, wonder of wonders, it turned out really good!! Try it, you might like it!

Laura's Oatmeal

1 cup old fashioned oats
2 cups cold water
1 1/2 cups Vanilla Silk
1/2 t salt
1/2 t cinnamon
1/2 T LouAna's coconut oil
12 chopped dates
1 T flax meal

Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Simmer for about 15 minutes.