Preheat oven to 350˙.
Cream the butter and sugars until well blended.
Add the eggs and VANILLA and blend well.
Sift together the flour, baking soda, and CINNAMON.
Add to the creamed mixture and mix well.
Add the oats, craisins, and chocolate chips if you opt for them.
Stir until mixed well.
Drop by rounded teaspoons onto ungreased cookie sheets about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes.
