March Madness

...and I am not talking about basketball! In a matter of a week, our temps here in Southern Maryland went from 6 degrees (with a matching 13 inches of snow) to 80 degrees and capri pants!!! Wowza!! Our children are so confused about our clothing choices for them...one day snow pants and boots, the next day shorts and sandals. But, hey, the best of both worlds is ok for me every now and then.

So last week we were romping in the snow with friends and today we were in Solomons on the boardwalk eating a picnic lunch after church(one of our favorite things to do...the picnic that is ;) ). And the best part about it this year is that Madeline can walk!!! So, Dave and I actually got to sit and eat our lunch while the kids looked at the water, chased each other around and enjoyed a yummy lunch (all with a watchful eye of course). It was great and we look forward to more Sunday lunches on "the island".

And I had 2 things to talk about and rather than post two different posts, I am going to continue. It's my blog, I can do what I want :)...

So, Dave and I are obsessed (yes, I think it is fair to say obsessed) with the reality show called Top Chef!!! Every week, we set the Tivo and enjoy it, commercial free every week. Another season just finished (:( ) and we look forward to the next....

And for anyone who watches it, knows what a Quickfire challenge is. So...my wonderful husband decided to make me dinner and planned it all while I was out running (a whole nother story...those of you who know me, pick your jaw up off the floor...yes, I have been running). He grocery shopped and after we put the kids to bed he created the most wonderful dish...Red Snapper with a Roasted Tomato, Kalamata Olive, Garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, s & p tapenade kinda thing to go on top of it...roasted green beans and grilled potatoes. Upon tasting his creation (and yes, he made it up), all I could say was "This would totally win you a Quickfire"....we both laughed but it is so true!!!

You see, Dave was always the one that cooked. I didn't know how to cook when we met...I could make minute rice and pasta (but not very well). He was/is/has always been an amazing cook and I have always loved the meals he prepares (probably why I am running now ;) ). But, as time went by and work got busy and I was home with our kids, I became the chef of the house. Now, I prepare some good dishes..if I do say so myself but it has been a looooong time since Dave has stepped in the kitchen and cooked the entire meal all by himself. And...well...Padma, Tom, Gayle....he would wow you!!!

I tried my hand at winning the quickfire for this evenings dinner but...well....although fabulous sangria grilled shrimp tacos with a jicama/avacado/roasted tomato salsa (that I made up!!!)....it didn't really touch that Red Snapper. So I guess the Top Chef winner in this house, this weekend, is....

Dave :)

but don't worry....i am already thinking of a comeback!! :)