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There’s so much you can have where food is concerned for a bridal shower and so much that you can’t. So the easiest thing to do is to get what you can’t have out of the way. The bride comes first so knock off whatever she can’t or won’t have. Then cut out anything that could cause allergies, just in case somehow has some kind of food allergy. You could also check discreetly and find out if any of the guests do have any food allergies and if so, what they need to avoid.

Now for the fun part. Presumably you have a theme for the bridal shower so try and see that at least a few of the dishes fit into this. Besides that, a good idea would be to have a brunch party, preferably on a Sunday so it could stretch into a long, lazy afternoon. If it is informal, that would be nice because it will give all the guests a chance to move around and get to know each other. You could have a corner of fresh breads and another of fresh fruits. A lot of people have been serving bite size quiche and this could be a great idea. You could have the drinks counter on one side with a punch and cocktails as well as fresh fruit juices and coffee. Fruit based desserts like strawberries that are chocolate coated and lemon squares could finish it off quite well.

If you are going to have your bridal shower in the evening then you may consider serving up a casserole. You can socialize while it is cooking. Even better, it can be made earlier in the day and just get heated up before serving. Lasagna can make a great dish, especially if it is served up with a big bowl of salad. These dishes are ideal for an evening party as it can all be made up beforehand. This leaves you free to entertain your guests when they arrive. Another alternative is to have a smoked or grilled dish. This would take minimal supervision while cooking.

Before the party, ensure that any vegan or vegetarian guests are catered for. Offer a vegetable alternative casserole or lasagna. The Internet has lots of vegetarian recipes

Considering it is a bridal shower, you could serve cake as a dessert. However, many bridal showers are moving away from tradition, so feel free to experiment. An assortment of desserts or pies or fruit maybe. A great centrepiece idea could be a chocolate fountain. These are easily rented for the night.

Finger food may be preferred as a lighter alternative. A table laid out with light bites is a great idea. People can just walk up and help themselves and still be able to converse with the other guests. Things like crackers and cheese or dips and tiny muffins are a good choice.

Choosing the right food will mean a great bridal or wedding shower. The choice lies with you and the bride.

Those people who have had their homes broken into will tell you that it is more than just the loss of their money and possessions. It is also the loss of confidence and comfort in knowing that you are not safe, even in your own home.

How can you protect your home from theft and vandalism? Studies indicate that the best way for you to protect your home from thieves is to make them think you have a security system. About 25% of homes in the US have a home security system. The deterrence provided by that system is invaluable. Houses with a home monitoring system are broken into at a significantly lower rate than unmonitored homes.

The truth is that it is not the actual security system that provides the protection, but the belief by the thief that the home is monitored. Professional thieves will be able to enter a home whether the home is protected or not. The deterrence is provided by making your home seem to be more difficult to enter. Thieves will then move on and look for an easier mark.

Unfortunately, home security systems can be quite pricey. The costs include such things as the installation charge, equipment charge and the monthly service charge. The overall cost of a home monitoring system can run well over a thousand dollars.

There are also other disadvantages with a live home monitoring system. These include false alarms which are not only an inconvenience for the home owner, but can also incur charges from the local police departments for responding to false alarms. Clearly, there are both advantages and disadvantages to a home monitoring system.

So, how does someone get the benefit of a home security system without the disadvantages of high cost and inconvenience of such a system?

The latest concept in enhanced home security provides the answer. ‘Dummy’ security systems create the impression of a monitored, secure home or business without the high cost. A home owner can purchase several fake security cameras and install them at strategic and visible home access points. Many of these cameras have a flashing light that gives the impression of a live camera. Some others move back and forth to enhance the illusion. These cameras are simple to install.

And these fake cameras are low maintenance and only require batteries. A home owner can increase the effectiveness of the cameras by adding fake security decals on the windows or even a small security monitoring sign in the lawn. Keep in mind that it is not that you have a security system that provides the deterrence, it is the fact that the criminal believes that you have such a system that makes it so effective.