Patio Daddio BBQ - Musings of barbecue, cooking, and life -- served hot, fresh and saucy

Today a bunch of friends from the Utah BBQ Association honored Marines who recently returned on leave from service in both Iraq and Afghanistan. It's estimated that 125 people were served pulled pork, ribs, chicken, sides and dessert.

It's times like these that show how special and close BBQ folks are. We compete against each other like warriors then turn around and pool our efforts for great causes such as this. As a fellow veteran, I can confidently say that you've given those troops and their families a show of gratitude that means more than you know.

I'm very proud to be associated with this great group. A huge congratulations (and "ooh rah!") are in order for Jonathan Arnold of the 2 Pigs Smokin' BBQ competition team for organizing this event.

Y'all done good!

(photo and slide show from www.soezzy.com)