One thing that I love about nice warm weather is that when
my children ask, “What’s for dinner Mom?” I can point a finger at Dads best
friend, and say that he is cooking dinner tonight.
What is it about men and grilling/barbequing? Have you ever noticed
that at parties all the men gather around the grill, and the women gather around whoever
is holding a baby? Most men shy away from the stove or oven, but put a grill fork
in their hand, and a slab of meat on a plate, and then they are happy as can
be.
We barbeque a lot during the summer which saves me time because
basically all I have to do is make a salad or two. Depending on what kind of
salads you make, these can last for several days in the fridge. Because salads are cold,
you don’t have to worry about the timing of your food. Just grab it out of the
fridge and onto the table as soon as Mr. Grillmaster presents his work of
culinary expertise. He will brag about how great it looks and you will
compliment him. “Yes honey, it looks and smells fantastic, great job!” At that
moment all is right with the world. Yes, this would be one secret of a
good marriage. When he stands there with that smile on his face, proudly holding
that plate in front of you, (even if the meat is burned) then just smile back.
As long as there is meat in the freezer and a grill outside,
believe me you will not go hungry. Even a little rain will not keep a man away
from his grill. Well, not in this house anyways. On the menu this week-end,
come rain or shine: Pork Chops, BBQ Spareribs, Pork Tenderloin, Potato Salad,
Pasta Salad, Grilled Veggies on a spit and for dessert Strawberry and Blueberry
Cheesecake. I made the salads and the cake last night, so all I have to do now
is stab some vegetables, sit back and read my Kindle. Want to know what I am
reading? Michael Offutts new book
Slipstream and so far, I am having a hard time putting it down.
Who does the grilling in your family? What is your theory on Men and their grills? Have a great week-end everyone. Leaving you with a few pictures of my daughter during and after her big 17th of May "Russ" celebration, tired but satisfied!
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| With a Friend in Warpaint |
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| "Russ" have to do crazy things, this is one of them-crawling over a bridge. |
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| After a long night and day without sleep..not exactly sober either |
Monday maybe I will tell you what it means to be a "Russ".
