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Saturday, October 12, 2019

It's October...



It's October, time for pumpkins, black cats and tricks or treats!  I must celebrate my best furry friend and all time favorite Halloween decoration, my cat Guy Noir!  We've gotten through the worst of it together without our best furry sidekick Dot.



I took Guy to the vet the other day and he was afraid and didn't want to come out of the cat carrier. He always used to just bounce out and run around the exam room. It's the first time he had been to the vet without Dot in several years, so maybe he was just feeling insecure that his big sister isn't around to back him up anymore.  Otherwise he is doing well and thankfully got a clean bill of health!




Pumpkins and gourds are just everywhere aren't they?!  Snapped this photo at the market the other day.  Some of these are so unusual! Anyone remember back when pumpkins only came in that orange color?


And now how about a TREAT!

'Witches Brew'- A Halloween Cocktail

 Witches Brew - A Halloween Cocktail

This 'Witches Brew'- Halloween cocktail is so stunning. The vivid color is dramatically beautiful, but with a dark eerie feel perfect for a Halloween party.
To rim the glass
  • 1 fresh lime
  • 3 drops purple food colouring
  • 1 tbsp sugar

For the cocktail

  • 1/2 cup vodka
  • 1/3 cup lime juice (see note 1)
  • 1/4 cup raspberry liqueur

Instructions

  • Start by preparing the shot glasses.
  • Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice together into a saucer.
  • Add the purple food coloring and mix with a cocktail stick.
  • Place the sugar in a second saucer.
  • Dip the shot glasses into the lime juice and then into the sugar.
  • Set to one side.
  • Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker. Add the ice.
  • Shake well.
  • Strain into the prepared shot glass.

Notes

  1. To turn this shooter into a long drink replace the 1/3 cup lime juice with a 1 cup of citrus soda and serve in a highball with crushed ice.
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Hope everyone is having a wonderful autumnal season. We've already had a few snow flakes! Would like to see some warmer days again before winter sets in for good!

Happy October!
🍂 Diane


12 comments:

  1. Mmmm, I think I'd like a glass of Witches Brew right now! Hugs to you and Guy Noir, the sweetie.

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    1. The drink sounds really good and I be trying it, but not sure about the food coloring. It is pretty though!

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  2. Yikes!!! You've had snow flakes!
    We've had a lot of rain …

    That witches brew could be perfect for a Halloween party …
    Love the picture of Guy Noir :)

    All the best Jan

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    1. Winter is coming! hahaha Guy Noir is my sweetie pie! Thanks for visiting Jan.

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  3. Oh, that Witches Brew sounds wonderful! And I'm so glad Guy Noir got a clean bill of health. Vet trips can be intimidating, especially when you're missing a friend that made you feel safe. Wishing you all the best!

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    1. Thanks Martha! Hope you've been enjoying your blog break. Happy Autumn!

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  4. Hey Diane! So good to hear from you! As you know, I haven't been on twitter or instagram! Sorry! That Witches Brew sounds so good! Thanks for the recipe! So happy Guy Noir is doing well! I hope you and your hubby are doing well too!!! Big Hugs and Lots Of Love!!!

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    1. Hi Stacy! I know how busy you are now with your job and promotion, so thanks so much for taking the time to stay in touch!

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  5. Your cat is absolutely beautiful, and glad all went well at the Vet's office. That cocktail sure looks yummy! Hugs, RO

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  6. I remember when pumpkins only came in orange and even they were strange and exotic when I was a girl. Guy Noir looks stunningly beautiful as always. Hope you are keeping well. Hugs Barbara xx

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    1. Hi Barbara, thanks so much for stopping in to visit!

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