I was honored to attend a fundraiser for the organization CT Fallen Heroes on Saturday, March 28, at the Connecticut Culinary Institute in Hartford. Several "gold star" families were in attendance. They have lost their sons and daughters in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. It was so moving to hear their stories of sorrow, remembrance, and ultimately strength. There were cooking demonstrations and different vendors set up to raise money for the organization that aids families of fallen soldiers here in our own state of Connecticut.
During one cooking demonstration I even got to get up on stage! The chef was explaining how to cook a lobster, which of course was still alive! I tried to pardon the lobster, but ultimately had to give him a parting kiss farewell. I guess I don't have the power of presidential pardon quite yet....
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