In Search of the Elusive Retro Sexual Woman

1. Never kiss on the first date. Or the second, or the third.
2. Never watch television without knitting or other womanly work, as idle hands are the devil's workshop.
3. Never forget to write thank you cards.
4. Never divulge their secret recipe for deviled eggs.
5. Never leave the lights on.

1. A bracing game of scrabble.
2. Drinks with umbrellas but no alcohol.
3. Dinner parties with at least 2 other couples where everyone goes home with the same person they came in with.
4. Wearing frilly aprons when cooking.
5. Having potholders and centerpieces that match the holiday.

1 envelope gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup heavy creme, whipped

Soften gelatin in cold water. Stir over low heat until dissolved. Cool. Combine mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and paprika. Stir in gelatin. Chill until slightly thickened. Fold in whipped creme. Pour into 1 quart mold. chill.

This recipe makes a great addition to a party table served with crackers.