November 5, 2008

On the Rocks: Chocolate Raspberry Martini.

One Chocolate Raspberry Martini,
Two Chocolate Raspberry Martini,
Three Chocolate Raspberry Martini,
Floor.

Ingredients:
– 12 Fresh raspberries
– 2 ounces Chambord
– 4 Tablespoons Semi-Sweet Cocoa powder
– 8 ounces of Merlot or Cabernet

In a bowl add raspberries and ½ ounce of the Chambord. Muddle these together to ensure the two are well incorporated. Add the cocoa powder and 4 ounces of the red wine. Mix well and then strain into a small pitcher to remove the raspberry seeds. Add the additional Chambord and red wine. Pour into a mixing glass or shaker with ice and vigourously shake. Strain into martini glasses and enjoy! As an option, rim your martini glasses with chocolate and crushed nuts. You can also dust with a little cocoa powder or add a shaving of chocolate. Serves 4-6.

:: cocktail recipe and photo via Hostess with the Mostess

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November 4, 2008

Press for Change.

I know: election, election, election. Vote, vote, vote. But the Press for Change Project is so fantastic that I just have to share!

Instructions.
Step 1: Click on the stickers below and drag or right click to save to your desktop.
Step 2: Print onto a sticker sheet.
Step 3: Leave no vending machine un-stickered.
Bonus: You find some change to put in your pocket along the way.

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November 4, 2008

Gum Election.

Gum Election is a guerilla art project which started in New York City in October 2008. It should encourage people to vote on November 04th and also not to spit out their chewing gums carelessly on New York Cities already dirty streets. If you want to bring the Gum Election to your city or your office, print out the poster, put it up and send me pictures of it.

Love this! Wish I would have seen it sooner – OKC would have been plastered!

:: via Bad Banana Blog

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November 4, 2008

I Can’t Help It.

I made a conscious decision this morning to not blog about the election. To not beg anyone to go and vote because it’s not only a right, but a privilege. To keep my mouth shut and just absorb the day and what is surely to be a historical election.

But as you can see from these words I’ve broken that promise. It’s been broken because it’s too important and I’m filled with too much excitement and anticipation to be quiet. It feels like Christmas Eve and I’m left wondering whether I’m going to get the great art supply kit that I’ve talked about for the past two months. Or whether it’s the not so cool sweater my mom pointed out at the mall the other day that will be waiting for me under the tree.

I need the art supplies.

:: image via this is my heart. it is a good heart.

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November 4, 2008

Election Party.

If I had been thinking like a normal, rational person at any time in the past few weeks I would have connected that today being my birthday as well as election day would have been perfect for a party. You’ll just have to trust that it would have been kickass and probably gone something like this.

Instead you’ll just have to take what you can from these election day cocktails.

Flag Salute (left)
Ingredients:
– 2 parts Stirrings Authentic Grenadine
– 2 parts Stirrings Blueberry Martini Mixer
– 3 parts Smirnoff Vodka

Layer this shot by adding grenadine first, followed by the cold vodka poured in slowly off the back of a spoon. With a steady hand, add the Blueberry Mixer on top by pouring it off the back of a spoon. Decorate with flag toothpick.

Vote on the Rocks (right)
Ingredients:
– 2 parts Stirrings Organic Classic Sour Cherry Mixer
– 1 part tequila
– Garnish: Cherry and “vote” pick (“vote” sticker or computer-printed design + blueberries)

In a cocktail shaker, combine Organic Classic Sour Cherry Mixer with tequila and plenty of ice. Cover and shake vigorously. Strain into glass and garnish with a cherry.

:: via Hostess with the Mostess via Real Simple

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November 4, 2008

Happy Birthday to Me.

As of today the last year of my 20s is upon me. And I’m not dealing with it all that well. In all honesty I haven’t dealt with anything past 24 very well. I know it’s only a number. I know that age is a state of mind. Blah, blah, blah. At least I have the election to focus on!

Today:
• Voted first thing this morning – Obama winning would be the best birthday present ever. And make turning 29 not what I most remember about today.
• Chris brought in bagels to work from the most amazing shop. The pumpkin and french toast are incredible!
• My mom and step-dad sent me the most gorgeous arrangement of gerbera daisies!
• Friends and family have been texting and emailing all morning with the best birthday wishes.
• Happy Hour tonight with friends.

:: image via ffffound

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