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DEL.ICIO.USWill you cook or hire a sitter for Valentine’s?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Are you cooking up romance on Valentine’s Day? Right now, I’m torn. My husband, Rich, has been called to Washington, DC for meetings. He is hoping to get back by dinner, but it’s going to be close.
I kind of don’t want to go through a lot of elaborate preparation only to (as Winnie the Pooh might say) “un-celebrate” if he’s not there. But I know my kids still want me to make a fuss about it. A casual dinner out is still an option. That way, if it’s just the kids and me it will still be special, but less work.
What are you doing? Does Valentine’s Day mean romance in your house? I got a kick out of this: I just read that more pregnancy test kits are sold approximately 6 weeks after Valentine’s Day than at any other time of the year! So I guess someone’s feeling the love.
I need help figuring out what to do. Let me know what you are planning. Do you get a sitter and ditch the kids or go out en masse? What is your favorite special occasion meal to make at home? Now that I’m writing this, I’m beginning to think of some ideas, maybe a taco night by candlelight. Or fondue…
What do you think?
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By Becky
February 13, 2008 1:53 PM | Link to this
My family and I will be cooking a special dinner tomorrow night at home. It’s more enjoyable (relaxed) and not as costly!! I found what sounds like a really good recipe from the Publix Apron’s Simple Meals that I’m going to prepare.
By peanuts
February 13, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this
Nothin’ says lovin’ like something from the oven - the Pillsbury Doughboy. The restaurants are SO crowded that night, I suggest you and your significant other plan and cook a romantic meal at home. If they can’t make it home, hey there’s always pizza and champagne!
By VoiceOfReason
February 13, 2008 2:19 PM | Link to this
We usually hire a sitter for the little one and go out someplace fun. Maybe a taco stand or cheesesteak place. Just messy, fun and delicious. But I just saw the chocolate covered strawberries on eveningedge so I’ll try that for dessert. (also messy, fun and delicious).
By Mrs. Warren
February 13, 2008 2:27 PM | Link to this
We eat out so much that it’s lost its “specialness”. If we went out, it would just be like any other night. PReferably I’d love for my husband to just cook dinner for me. That’s all the Valentine’s Day present I’d need.
By One
February 13, 2008 2:42 PM | Link to this
Okay, someone mentioned the Pillsbury Doughboy, and I just couldn’t resist…………….enjoy
Please join me in remembering a great icon of the entertainment community. The Pillsbury Doughboy died yesterday of a yeast infection and trauma complications from repeated pokes in the belly. He was 71.
Doughboy was buried in a lightly greased coffin. Dozens of celebrities turned out to pay their respects, including Mrs. Butterworth, Hungry Jack, the California Raisins, Betty Crocker, the Hostess Twinkies, and Captain Crunch. The gravesite was piled high with flours.
Aunt Jemima delivered the eulogy and lovingly described Doughboy as a man who never knew how much he was kneaded. Doughboy rose quickly in show business, but his later life was filled with turnovers. He was not considered a very smart cookie, wasting much of his dough on half-baked schemes. Despite being a little flaky at times he still was a crusty old man and was considered a positive roll model for millions.
Doughboy is survived by his wife Play Dough, two children, John Dough and Jane Dough, plus they had one in the oven. He is also survived by his elderly father, Pop Tart.
The funeral was held at 3:50 for about 20 minutes.
If this made you smile for even a brief second, please rise to the occasion and take time to pass it on and share that smile with someone else who may be having a crumby day and kneads a lift.
By over it
February 13, 2008 3:52 PM | Link to this
At this point in time, being besieged nonstop with advertising by annoying retailers and knowing how the restaurants will be with inflated fixed-price menus, huge crowds and frantic servers, I’m totally out of the mood. My poor husband called to ask if I still want flowers and I said I’m sick of the whole thing; I’m so overwhelmed I can’t even make up my mind. I don’t really care about food, flowers, jewelry, chocolate or red hearts. There’s nothing in the house to cook nor can I think of anything. We might just have canned soup or french bread pizza.
By Jane
February 13, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this
Trying a new shrimp recipe and a sour dough/mozzerlla/pesto grilled sandwich. The shrimp is prepared with diced romano tomatoes, garlic (fresh), calentro and mozzerllo cheese. Get a movie for the two of us to watch and eat good ole comfort food and spend time with each other
By Sienna
February 14, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this
My brother, my friend and I (all single) will be spending the evening watching movies while feasting on a buffet of tacos and beer- that’s amore!
By Jeanne Besser
February 14, 2008 2:31 PM | Link to this
Sounds like most of us are going casual. I agree about shunning the high-end restaurants. I’ve been burned too many times at fancy price-fixed places where all you get is a long wait and mediocre food. A movie night seems to be the way to go. Do you pick a romantic film? What about all the LOST fans? Would you watch a movie over that? Well my good new is my hubby will be home in time for dinner, but then I remembered I still have my oldest playing sports till 6:30. Nobody felt like tacos or fondue, so I think its bbq pork sandwiches and fries for us.
By Marie
February 14, 2008 5:31 PM | Link to this
Oh I agree with the stay-home and relax crowd. I have three kids and it’s a school night. Maybe as a special treat for all of us, we’ll order pizza.
My exciting valentines days are behind me I fear. I’m more interested in the card exchanges at my son’s middle school!