The Power of “Witness” as a Verb

by Catherine of Expansive Connection Coaching “Sharing ourselves with others opens up a space where there once was none. Only through such space can positive memories occur and resilience prevail.” — Kristi Pikiewicz Ph.D. In psychology, the term “bearing witness” refers to sharing ourselves and our experiences with others or […]

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lemon bourbon

Bourbon Lemon Drop Martini

How do you improve on a classic lemon drop martini? Add bourbon…and have it served to you by Mrs. Jones. ???? 6 fresh mint leaves 1 ½ oz. Bourbon (I used Woodford Reserve) 1 oz. Limoncello 2 oz. sour mix (see recipe below) Lemon slice and mint leaf for garnish […]

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Chillaxer

Chillaxer

It’s already been a long, stressful year in lots of ways. This refreshing drink will help you both chill…and relax. Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz. Gin 1/2 oz. Elderflower Liqueur 1 oz. fresh lime juice 1/2 oz. agave syrup 2 cucumber slices 4 fresh basil leaves Club soda Muddle the cucumber […]

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Swingshot

by SweetShynCurious (Kasidie, SDC) Life is a trip. Life with someone else for a long time is even more of a trip.  We met in high school and the early years were easy. Way too easy. Our friends who also married early and young tended to fight and argue, but […]

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Paloma Ice Pops

If you enjoy a complex, refreshing Paloma Cocktail…you’re gonna LOVE these summer cocktail ice pops! ¾ cup Blanco Tequila ¼ cup Triple Sec 1 cup Grapefruit Juice ½ cup Orange Juice 2 Tbs. Lime Juice ¼ cup Simple Syrup ½ cup Sparkling Water Dash Salt 1 tsp. Lime Zest 10 […]

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Sparkling Margarita

Mrs. Jones offers a delicious, bubbly take on the margarita. 2 oz. blanco tequila 1/2 oz. Cointreau or other orange liqueur 1/2 oz. simple syrup 1 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice 2 oz chilled Prosecco or other sparkling wine coarse salt, to rim glasses fresh lime wedges, for garnish Rub […]

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