Popcorn cereal?

Have you ever popped popcorn in a pan?  I never had, until tonight.  I saw a recipe for popcorn cereal and I thought it would be a fun thing that the kids would like.  So tonight before bed we went into the kitchen to start our breakfast for in the morning.  I have always just stuck a bag in the microwave and pushed the "popcorn" button, so I had to carefully follow the directions.  I guess I didn't follow them close enough.  The pan I used wasn't quite big enough and the lid was too small.  The directions said to heat some oil in a skillet and when one kernal popped then add the rest.  When that one little kernal popped it didn't just pop.  I popped up almost to the ceiling.  So I decided to pour the rest of the kernals into the pan. I knew that it would make a big mess, but I knew that it would also make for some really excited and giggly kiddos.  In a matter of seconds popcorn kernals were literally flying all over the kitchen and the kids were squealing with delight.  They were even thrilled that they got to gather all the kernals that were scattered throughout the kitchen and help mop the floor.  I wish I would have got some pictures of the popcorn party, but I wasn't quick enough.  Maybe next time.  By the way, popcorn cereal is REALLY gross.