(But he already knew I would say yes!)

While my engagement the ring is, to me, a beautiful piece of jewelry, its true significance lies in the emotional connection it represents and the promise that was made…and kept.

What is love?

Love is when two people touch each other’s soul.
Love is honesty and trust.
Love is helping one another.
Love is mutual respect.
Love means that differences can be worked out.
Love is reaching your dreams together.
Love is the connection of two hearts,

…yours and mine!

We always celebrate with this special dessert.

PEACH MELBA

Place water, sugar, vanilla seed and lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium heat.  Let sugar gently dissolve and then raise heat and bring all to a boil.  Let boil for 5 minutes and then reduce to simmer.

Cut peaches in half and remove pit.  Poach the peach halves in the sugar water for 3 minutes on each side.  Remove to a dish with a slotted spoon and remove skin.

Once peaches are cool pour sugar syrup over them and refrigerate.

Using a blender or small processor, place berries, powdered sugar and lemon juice in and process until thoroughly emulsified.  Pour sauce through strainer to remove seeds and pour into a small bowl.

Place 2 peach halves on each plate over a good scoop of ice cream and drizzle raspberry sauce over all allowing it to puddle onto plate.

BUON MANGIATI!