I woke up to sunshine and an 80 F forecast today. We’ve probably got some Junuary ahead, but summer has made an appearance in Seattle this week. This is my favorite time of year, when it is sunny but not overly hot yet. Mid-eighties triggers my Alaskan nostalgia, along with a strong desire to test whether I could actually sit inside the fridge if I took out all the drawers and shelves.

Freeze Frame by jaime

For now, though, I can put on my sunscreen and sit in the backyard with a cool drink and be as happy as a cat with a full basket of clean laundry to sleep on. Here’s what I’ve been drinking, so you can make it for yourself. Read More →