Year’s End
As 2017 comes to a close, I look back on Creole Bayou with fondness. Thank you to all my readers for your support throughout the year. You each have been a blessing.
This year I’ve seen the publication of four short stories: “Valentine Mistletoe”, “Oasis Haze”, “Under the Magnolia”, and “Harmonious Variations”. Each of these was fun to write and challenged me to explore my writing style and creativity. Out of these, although I cannot choose a favorite, I think Oasis Haze was the most shocking and experimental for me. Therefore, it always will be special in a different way for me.
Creole Bayou underwent a major overhaul, and it continues to grow and improve daily. I cannot say there haven’t been bumps in the road, but they’ve been worth it. As the saying goes: anything difficult is worth the struggle.
Additionally, a set day (Wednesday) for my weekly blog was set, and everyone seems to be satisfied with that choice. I’ve met some awesome writers, and participated in awesome challenges. I’ve also learned so much from readers and research in not only the technicalities of blogging but in the content of my subjects. There are so many wonderful stories out there, and I wish I could share each one. Speaking of which…
If you happen to have a story that you would like me to tell on my blog or be interviewed in a post, please contact me. As I’ve said in previous posts, some subjects are more sensitive and require a great deal of time to develop. I have not forgotten about these topics or placed them on the back burner. I just want to have them correct when I do post. Thanks to each of you for bearing with me in this matter.
In 2018, I’m looking forward to the publications of my novels, Out of the Penalty Box and Life’s Roux: Wrong Doors. Also, scheduled for release is my short story “Cargo”. Other projects are underway, and yes, “the beast” is still one of them. I haven’t talked about it because it has a big bite. It also has a cousin. But I am determined to tame them both, and when I do, I will announce it first here. Other projects are planned and in progress, but it’s too premature to mention any of them.
To close out this year with my regular weekly blog post, I thought it was fitting to toast it with some traditional Creole and Cajun spirits. Again, thank you all and hope to see each of you in the new year. Psst… I do already have something special planned.
Milk Punch
2 ounces bourbon ½ oz powdered sugar (sifted)
1 ounce brandy ¼ ounce vanilla extract
1 ounce rum (dark) ⅛ ounce nutmeg
1 ounce half & half ice
1 ounce milk (cold)
Fill a mixing glass three-quarters full with ice. Over the ice pour the bourbon, brandy, rum, half & half, and milk, and powdered sugar. Vigorously, shake for approximately 45 seconds or until chilled. Add nutmeg and shake again for approximately an additional ten seconds. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. Drink and enjoy.
Hurricane
2 ounces rum (dark) 1 ounce pomegranate juice
2 ounces rum (light) ¼ teaspoon corn syrup
2 ounces passion fruit juice 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (sifted)
1 ounce lime juice Orange slices
1 ounce orange juice Maraschino cherries
Fill a mixing glass approximately three-quarters full with ice. Ove the ice, pour the rum (dark and light), passion fruit juice, lime juice, orange juice, pomegranate juice, and corn syrup into the mixing glass. Shake vigorously approximately thirty seconds. Add the powdered sugar and shake again for approximately an additional ten seconds. Pour into a glass filled with ice and garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.
Don’t forget to visit Creole Bayou again. New posts are made on Wednesdays. If you have any questions or suggestions about this post or any others, feels free to comment below or tweet me at @dolynesaidso. You also can follow me on Instagram at genevivechambleeauthor or search me on Goodreads or Amazon Authors.
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