We know our spouse’s deserve the best. After all, that’s why they married us right? Having the best applies to many different areas and sometimes it includes food. At times, my wife and I are prone to getting by with eating Cheerios and Ramen Noodles. But every once in a while, my wife deserves a gourmet cooked meal. Last night, my wife received just that and we didn’t have to drive off to the nearest four star restaurant. I took my turn in the kitchen and produced what I consider a masterpiece!
My cooking extravaganza last night proved an undeniable truth more profound than gravity. (Ok, maybe not, but when was the last time gravity improved your marriage?) I found that there’s a better way to give your wife what she deserves than going with the status quo…you can be your spouse’s gourmet chef! Now you may be thinking, wait a minute, my name is not Emril. I assure you that I am no master chef either. I’m guessing that our wives know the extent of our cooking prowess whatever it may be. They will appreciate the effort and will enjoy any food that is edible (so don’t REALLY mess it up!)
So here’s the plan: as men we are good at finding solutions when we are motivated. For example, we can find creative ways to take an afternoon off to enjoy golfing, nap time, etc. My suggestion is to pick one of those creative ways to get out of work early and make her the focus of attention. When you get home, put on the kitchen apron (top hat is optional) and wow her by making the best meal in your arsenal. I realize my plan is secret no more but just when my wife thinks I’ve forgotten all about being her gourmet chef, she’s coming home to a scene straight off of Food Network.
Couples know that the hardest part about a work week is A) getting out of bed B) what to eat for breakfast. Being a grown up you long for a hot morning breakfast like mom or dad use to make but you know you hit the snooze button too many times to even think about recreating their delightful pancakes and eggs for yourself let alone your spouse. So these days to save time one of you finds yourself hiding in sun glasses in a drive through of an unnamed fast food restaurant. Before walking in the office, you scurry to discard the evidence of your nutritional transgression. After all, long ago your New Year’s resolution was to cut that out of your life right?
Doing something for Pierce always make me feel great! I pick one or two days a week to make him say: “I’m lovin’ you!” by being his personal McDonalds.
Here is what I do. Instead of hitting the snooze that extra time, I wake up about ten minutes earlier than usual. Hit the kitchen and make this quick McMuffin sandwich replacement. There are four simple ingredients to the recipe:
one English Muffin
one egg
Organic slice of cheese
Smart Deli turkey meat(made from soy of course)
It’s easy to make it for home or wrap to go. I speculate that bonus points can be earned by an “I love you” note written on a napkin. In any case, he’s satisfied and I’m happy I put the smile on his face.
Okay Brittany, I am liking the way you think. I am proud to say we are sisters.
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