Candy Cane Martini

Ingredients

• 3 fluid ounces rum
• 2 fluid ounces peppermint schnapps
• 1/2 fluid ounce grenadine syrup
• 1 small candy cane

Directions

1. Pour the rum, schnapps, and grenadine into a cocktail shaker over ice. Cover, and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted. Strain into a chilled martini glass, and garnish with the candy cane to serve.

What To Wear On Thanksgiving (or any holiday party!)

Happy Thanksgiving

A Few Black Friday Survival Tips Off The Top Of My Head

• Wear comfortable shoes. Forget the heels. choose a loafer or sneaker for walking through the malls and parking lots.
• Dress in layers. I do not know why stores are so hot. I am roasting the minute I get into the store. Ditch the heavy coat for layers. Your arms will thank you.
• Go shopping with a mission. Know what you are there for and have a back up list of items to get if the original item is sold out.
• Eat a good breakfast. The last thing you want is to run out of steam and do not want to wait in the long food court lines.
• Bring some muscle to help you carry the packages. Buy them lunch for their troubles.
• Use a GPS tracking device to help you locate your car. There are several apps you can download.
• Make sure you are parked in a well-lit area and there are a lot of people around.
• Bring the fliers with you so you can show the sales associate the product you are looking for.

So much for my tips. What are yours?

Give Colorfully - Kate Spade

Organizing Ideas - Cards

Source: katespade.com via Jeanine on Pinterest

I have discovered its easier to keep your holiday/special occasion cards in one space. This box from Kate Spade fits the bill. Its not too big so it does not take too much room.

I like to buy all of my cards in advance so that I always have one on hand. Writing the dates on your calendar in advance also helps you never forget the occasion. Remember to keep some Forever Stamps with your cards.