Recipe For A Happy Marriage

Begin with a large, heart-shaped mixing bowl...
Fold in generous amounts of Love
Toss away any negativity
Marinate with passion
Season lightly with criticism
Sauté briefly with self-pride
Fry and discard all stubbornness
Steam with understanding
Add a generous portion of luck
(and a pinch of silliness)
Finely mince disagreements
Chop and discard anger
Knead experiences
Sprinkle with mystery
Mix three parts joy with one part sadness
Rise to any challenge
Freeze anger and chill ridicule
Slice away broken promises
Boil with enthusiasm
Double up on forgiveness
Decorate with family
Blend embarrassments with accomplishments
Whip discouragement and
Beat the odds

Note: Glaze all of the above liberally with laughter and
Bake slowly for a lifetime of love.
Portion size = Unlimited!

© Penny Abshire - 1997