So my kids were home this week... Long story, our school hosted a big huuuuge arts festival, with 3500 kids here from other schools. So school was out all week in preparation for this major event. Thank you second spring break, getting dentist done, trying to be productive while being disrupted, but it's all good. Needless to say, momma needs a drink. Survival mode. And in case you're wondering why I haven't been blogging QUITE as much … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: The Thunderstorm
Being in Oklahoma and that spring is upon us, I find it only appropriate that The Thunderstorm is a cocktail we need to have. One, because it's part of our daily conversations, two, we actually may need one of these to help us get through our hormonal weather, and three, we say things like Hook Echo and Wall Cloud on a regular basis. People in other states most likely would have NO clue what we're talking about. The … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Fresh Air
Fresh Air. Like a bit of Fresh Air. That's what this reminds me of. We're turning the bend on a new season. Not only is it a new season entering spring, but it's also a new season perhaps in your life. A new chapter awaits. For me, something I've dreamed of for so long is going to be a reality soon. I've been working SO hard, late nights, as I give my 1000% to this passion and dream of mine for you. So yes, it's a breath of fresh air … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Birthday Cake Martini and Birthday Reflections
It's birthday week in my life... March 1st, my son had a birthday, and it's the same day my daughter launched her business. That was four years ago. So these two had some milestones this week. Tomorrow is mine. I celebrate another year older. Time REALLY does fly. As my young brain was photographing this cocktail, it was as I was almost done that I noticed the camera said NO SD CARD. So... this is the … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Ambrosia in a Glass
Today's concoction is a dessert in the form of a cocktail. We all know that famous frothy fruity salad, right? Why not make that a drink? Well that's what this is. Kinda sorta! I'm in the mood for something a little more fun than just the swanky martini type drinks I've been serving up and this fits the bill. Not only that, with the weather we're experiencing, I really don't know if I should be thinking spring yet or keep it still winter. … [Read more...]
#FuzzyFriday: Zesty Lemon
Happy #FuzzyFriday to all my loves out there! Time to celebrate life, celebrate that we ARE alive, celebrate the sunshine, celebrate the unconditional love from our pets, and of course, celebrate our own WINS! Because it's so many things, big or small, for us to toast to. Today's cocktail is my own concoction. I whipped it up and it turned out SO good. If you follow my drinks and stock your bar with some of the liquors I've used in the … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Couture Cosmo
Happy #FuzzyFriday loves! So, I don't know if you can tell, but I've been doing a balancing act. I've been balancing all the hats I wear, which include "momager" that has taken the lead for the time being, blogger and women's empowerment coach, and of course, domestic goddess. See my invisible crown? (wink!) But seriously, don't we all go through periods and phases where our lives are a bit out of sync? Such is the case with mine, and … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Crockpot Hot Cocoa, Peppermint Patty
First of all, on top of being a busy time of year, I'm launching my FIRST program on finishing your year strong. We can talk more about that on Monday. (pssssst! If you're already a part of The OP Lounge, you know about it!) So that has been all time consuming for me. What we really need is to pop the cork, have some champagne and celebrate this new phase in my business!!! And then I thought about what I wanted to serve up this weekend to … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Balliets Bubbly
Tis the season to begin getting festive! And here's the cocktail we served up at the Sip and Shop event I talked about HERE with Balliets. Make it for Thanksgiving guests, serve it up as the holiday parties begin, but this is an easy tart drink everyone will find refreshing and tingly! Cheers! #drinkresponsibly … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Fireball Apple Slushies
Tis the season for fall cocktails. Officially into November, we're in full swing of the scents and flavors of pumpkin pie, apple pie, sugar and spices and everything oh so nice. This 2 ingredient libation (ice doesn't count!) tastes like a cold apple pie slushie, but it's potent. Serve this up at your next fall gathering. Fireball Apple Slushie 1 c. ice 1 c. apple cider 1/4 c. Fireball In a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Green Ghouls
Happy #FuzzyFriday lovers! For those of you newbies to The OP Life, every Friday (as much as I can!) I share cocktail recipes. It's not about the alcohol or the drinks (just to be clear!! although they can be so much fun!). The purpose of the cocktail is to toast to the week that we've just had, toast to the weekend thats before us, and to celebrate our wins that we've had. As big or as little as they might be. Whether it's in our business, … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: White Cranberry Martini PLUS a Giveaway
As the holidays are going to creep upon us before we know it, I thought I'd share this one to get the festivities going. Don't think of this as a Christmas only drink, but because it has cranberry in it, I generally think of fall. And I thought it would be cute with my GIVEAWAY item, too! {wink!} I enjoy serving up drinks that not only taste good but look good as well. And I thought with the floating cranberries, this made for a cute drink … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Baileys Nespresso
It got cold like in the BLINK of an eye this week, and it felt really pretty good actually. But it was an unexpected feeling, being always in the warm and heat in Oklahoma. And I'm naturally always cold. So today as I was coming up for a cocktail for you, I needed something to keep me warm and toasty, and something easy. In comes this sweet little thing I whipped up for you, the Baileys Nespresso. Lot's to share but I'll get to it next … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Cinnamon Toast Crunch
This treat-like drink had me at hello. First let's just say sugary cereal and milk takes me back to childhood memories of Saturday Morning Cartoons. Who remembers that? Those were the days, weren't they? I came across this simple, tasty treat I couldn't resist trying for myself... not even for you guys! HA! It just sounded way too good. Cinnamon Toast Crunch. um HELLO. TAKE ME BACK! This is a treat type of drink. So if you have … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday – Apple Cider Mimosa
As the fall seems to be getting underway, so does the activities and events. Is it just me or is the fall your busiest season of the year? It is for me. With kids sports, kids school stuff, and just other things happening as life has it, the pace has been picked up. There isn't time for fancy pants extravagant cocktail making time when it comes to entertaining. So this Apple Cider Mimosa might be just what you could be looking for. So … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Manmosa
Football season is upon us and even though we're in September, it still doesn't quite feel like fall with 90 degree temperatures. But needless to say, we still are getting in that football fall mode and with that comes tailgating and partying. And beer. So today I'm putting together a tailgating, football party twist on beer. Instead of a Mimosa, let's call this a "Manmosa". Instead of champagne, lets make it with beer. Like a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Mexican Martini
Have you ever had a drink that left you feeling ICK, an experience that you had a LITTLE more than you can handle and now you're scarred for life? LOL! That's the case with margaritas and me. I can't do them any more. Bad college experience left a real bad taste in my mouth let's just say! I had more than I could handle in a short period of time. No bueno. Hence why you see very few margarita-ish cocktails here. I really just can't do … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Mojito Slush
Keeping it real, I've been MIA. Have you noticed? The past few weeks have been SO crazy... but, I have to really truly keep it real, which is living On Purpose, and that means sometimes SHIFTING what I'm doing. We'll get to that in a bit. Do you toast to yourself? Do you celebrate all that you do? All of the little things that can be challenging in life? Or perhaps really big wins and goals you've achieved? I'm not talking about being … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Cranberry Candy Splash
You've heard the phrase "try before you buy", well I feel that way when it comes to food and drink. I want to hear if something is good or bad before I try it. So if it's yukky, you'll be sure I will NOT be posting it. Even if it LOOKS good but TASTES bad, it won't be here. Pinky promise! So with that being said, I had something else lined up for you today, and I made it before "making it" like I do for the blog, and it was awful! Like … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Frose’
I don't make complicated drinks too often because I don't have time for complicated things in life. I mean, really, who does? Not me! So as I've been hearing about the latest rage in the cocktail world, the Frose', which is fancy for Frozen Rose', I was like well.... I don't have a slushy machine that the restaurants have.... I don't have an ice cream machine because it was one of those gadgets I didn't think I'd ever use... But it turns … [Read more...]
