MY daughter is married to an American serviceman and lives in America. She recently sent me this recipe and I should like to share it with other readers.

Recipe for a military wife:

1 cups of patience

2 tablespoons elbow grease

1 pound courage

dash of adventure

Marinate frequently with salty tears and pour off excess fat.

Sprinkle ever-so-lightly with money, kneading dough well until pay-day. Season with international spices. Bake for 20 years or until done.

Serve with pride!

This applies to all military wives, regardless of which country they live in.

Susan Elcock,

Turnhead Crescent,

Barlby, Selby.

Updated: 10:44 Friday, October 19, 2001