1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 c. oatmeal
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 c. water

Mix all ingredients together in very large bowl. Dough will be stiff. Add either chocolate chips, raisins, M&M'S®, gum drops or whatever is your favorite before baking. Bake for 12 minutes at 375 degrees.