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The holidays are always a great time to cook, gather with friends, relax, and enjoy life.
Memorial Day is more than just a day off of work, though. It’s a day to remember all those who given their lives while helping to create and preserve our nation’s freedom. It’s too bad that such a price has to be paid to be free.
When I was flying home from Nourished there were about 35 young men in Navy uniforms flying out to their base. It was 5:00 in the morning. Each soldier had on a perfectly pressed uniform and beautifully shined shoes. They flew coach though I thought that they should have all been upgraded to first class.
As I watched them find their seats on the plane, I thought of my little Nate and how one day he will have the option to serve his country. My eyes welled up with tears as I thought of their mothers and how they must be so proud and so scared all at once. It’s not only the soldiers who sacrifice, but their families do as well.
Joe and I will be grilling out and sharing food with friends over the weekend. But, take time to remember all those who have fallen in war and those who are currently defending our country.
Here are some dishes you’ll enjoy while honoring the men and women who have allowed us to remain free.
Garden Fresh Zucchini Cookies with Lemon Cream Cheese Drizzle
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Trish
posted on May 25, 2012 at 11:54 am
I’ve been drooling over those Magic Cookie bars since the first time I spotted them on your site. I think that’s a sign from above to go shopping today.
xx
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amber
posted on May 25, 2012 at 1:02 pm
Hi Amy,
What a beautiful spread! The zucchini cookies look magnificent.
Have a nice, relaxing weekend.
Hugs,
–Amber
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Amy Reply:
May 28th, 2012 at 11:12 pm
@amber, Thank you! I hope you had a wonderful weekend.
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Alta
posted on May 25, 2012 at 1:50 pm
Aww, Amy, I teared a bit too reading your thoughts about Nate being able to serve his country one day. And yum, carrot and raisin salad.
That’s one of those nostalgic favorites. Yum.
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Amy Reply:
May 28th, 2012 at 11:11 pm
@Alta, I am still in awe of the spread you put out on Saturday! Everything was so delicious. Thanks so much for having us over. Joe said he’ll watch Nate so we can go to Canton. We’ll have to get it on the calendar.
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Sharon Ulam
posted on May 25, 2012 at 2:32 pm
Your meal sounds perfect and hope I can do as well. Momma’s always feel that way and must trust God for the future. Such a blessing you have in yours. Blessings to your family and friends and have an awsome celebration.
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Amy Reply:
May 28th, 2012 at 11:09 pm
@Sharon Ulam, Thanks, Sharon! Blessings to your family and friends too.
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InTolerant Chef
posted on May 27, 2012 at 3:40 am
We had our ANZAC day in April, and its a wonderful way to celebrate our past and present service men/ women.
Zucchini cookies look fantastic, yummo!
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Amy Reply:
May 28th, 2012 at 11:08 pm
@InTolerant Chef, I love those cookies!
Celebrating service men and women is so important. What does ANZAC stand for? I can tell you’re not in the states.
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InTolerant Chef Reply:
May 29th, 2012 at 12:47 am
@Amy,
It stands for Australia, New Zealand Army Corps as all us colonials were lumped together by the British! We also have an amazing Anzac biscuit, so named as they were baked and sent across to the troops in WW1. delicious indeed!
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Amy Reply:
June 8th, 2012 at 1:23 pm
@InTolerant Chef, Thanks for sharing that. I didn’t know you were in Australia. Would love to go there but am too scared to take the long plane ride.
Katrina (gluten free gidget)
posted on May 27, 2012 at 9:59 pm
I am totally diggin’ on your marinades!
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Amy Reply:
May 28th, 2012 at 11:06 pm
@Katrina (gluten free gidget), Thanks! They’re so simple.
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Jackie
posted on May 30, 2012 at 10:15 am
Hi Amy, I recently started blogging about my challenge to lower as much of my sugar intake as I can for 21 days. I struggle with eating right all the time, and am working on kicking added sugars out of my everyday diet. Your page is so inspiring and I can totally relate to the things you mention about your world revolving around food and dieting. I am a very active person, but the food thing has always been a struggle. SO starting with the added sugars, I will hopefully continue on the right path. Definitely going to try some of these awesome recipes out. THANKS!
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Amy Reply:
June 8th, 2012 at 1:22 pm
@Jackie, You go!! I am thrilled that you have so much awareness around your eating habits. That’s the first step. Once you get that it’s hard to ignore it without being miserable.
xoxo,
Amy
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