this midwest way of ease- it surrounds me- i can’t deny the rhythm here

teaching school today and then driving to my hometown with mr. monaco 
(my first time there since march) 
to see some of my favorite people … 
her and her brother are just the BEST –
yet to see them ever be disrespectful, cry… anything. 
love you, jill mae 
and so proud of you!! 

 adore them all… such loving people

love the everetts and my incredible aunt judy- very much 
uncle bo- you will be in all of our hearts.
can’t wait to hangout, relax, and spend thanksgiving together 
trending on this tuesday in my book: 

safe travels to all… 


and in honor of the everetts/aunt jude- a new take on our old family favorite- a rosemary bloody mary: 
Rosemary Bloody Mary (click through for the recipe!)
Rosemary is one of my favorite herbal scents ever. It’s SO delicious smelling. 

Rosemary Bloody Mary (click through for the recipe!)      Rosemary Bloody Mary (click through for the recipe!)

Rosemary Bloody Mary, serves one


bloody mary mix (ZingZang is my favorite!)

fresh rosemary


lime

1-2 ounces tequila
worcestershire sauce 
sea salt 

Fill the glass halfway with bloody mary mix. Add 1 ounce tequila for a mild cocktail or 2 ounces for a stronger version. Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the drink and save a slice for garnish. Add 1/2 a teaspoon worcestershire sauce. Stir all ingredients together, top off with ice and more bloody mary mix if needed. 
For the garnish (this is the fun part!) chop rosemary and combine with sea salt for a delicious and fragrant rim. Garnish with a slice of lime and a sprig of rosemary. 
It’s serious the best smelling cocktail I’ve ever made!

Rosemary Bloody Mary- click through for the recipe!!Rosemary Bloody Mary- click through for the recipe!!

enjoy, my bloody mary (/maria) lovers! xo. 

Credits// Author and Photography: Elsie Larson


Comments (2)

  • Rachel Nicole | littlebluesailboat.blogspot.com

    November 27, 2013 at 12:46 am

    Drive safe! Our departure is going to be delayed due to the weather between here and Cincinnati. We were going to leave right after school on Weds. but it looks like we need to wait until early Thursday to have the safest trip. I hope you guys arrive safe and have a wonderful time!

    1. nelle monaco

      November 27, 2013 at 5:29 pm

      you are the BEST. thank you so much- it was eventful but here safe and appreciate your comment. Have so much fun and safe travels to all- enjoy your time <3

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