Memorial Day All Year Round

 We honor our veterans today but we should be honoring them all year round. Make sure that the older veterans are cared for and having a good meal. Shop for them if they can't do their food shopping. Invite them over for a barbecue or holiday dinner. Let them tell their stories to this new generation.

As for the younger vets - again a dinner out or a party to celebrate their service is always appreciated. Offer to babysit the kids when they want a romantic dinner out. Present them with a gift certificate from their favorite restaurant.

Always remember to honor these brave men women not just in May but every month. They fought for us and this country . It's our turn now to thank them.

The Best Romantic Meals Ever

Romantic meals are not only for today, Valentine's Day but for all year round. A home cooked meal is a good  way to celebrate anything from an anniversary to a weekend without the kids. The best part is that it doesn't have to be an elaborate one. Sometimes just a simply made dish says it all - "I love you."

Everyone thinks that the more elaborate the prep, the better the meal. Not so. Sometimes just grilled chicken or pork chops is the perfect meal for two.Make these more exotic and romantic by adding an easy pilaf or couscous as sides. Another way to go is homespun. A small or indvidual shepherd's pie  is a lovely dinner as is fried chicken, gravy and biscuits .Want fun? Then think dimsum - Chinese dumplings filled with favorite meats and veggies. These can be fried or steamed.Whatever way they're fun to make and eat - especially with chopsticks.

Some people love to create an elaborate meal for their beloveds. Pasta is always a good choice .It's a sensual feast .with delicates aromas and flavors. There's nothing like a homemade fettuccine with a creamy Alfredo sauce or spaghetti with a lush, Bolognese sauce. For something different try a linguine with clam sauce.It's the perfect romantic meal no matter what the season. Cornish hen is another good dinner for two choice.It can be served elegantly with a wild rice stuffing and new potatoes.A small roasted duck is also great for dining in.Have it with a plum sauce and sauteed veggies.

Today is definitely the day for a homecooked romantic meal. However a romantic meal can be made any time of the year. After all love is year round  - not just one day.