Me-Time Monday: Martinis, Manicures, Music & More

In the midst of winter, who can't use some happy?  I like mine in the form of this delicious, nutritious martini.  For a healthier (albeit less fun) version, you could eliminate the vodka making a virgin-tini.

Grapefruit is known for its uplifting scent promoting a sense of well-being.  It is rich in vitamin C and potassium and Grapefruit Essential Oil is one of my favourite E.O.s to use in natural body, health and home care.  {Please be advised, Grapefruit juice may interact with certain prescription medications.  If you are currently taking any, consult your doctor before consuming.}

Happy-tini

• Squeeze one whole grapefruit* into a martini shaker or glass filled with crushed ice
• Pour two jiggers (a jigger is a shot and a half) of premium vodka 
• Sweeten with a heavy splash of organic cranberry juice
  
• Shake or stir (your preference) strain liquid into a chilled martini glass
  This recipe makes 2 drinks.
  
• Add a sprinkle of Celtic Sea Salt to enhance the flavours &
• Garnish with orange (pictured) or grapefruit slice

Enjoy your happy-tini while listening to Langhorne Slim's Diamonds & Gold,  "You've got to learn to get happy along the way."

*Recommend uses for left-over grapefruit:
1st) I like to rub on my face, neck, elbows and knees, let sit for a sec. then wipe off.  The organic acids and enzymes of the fruit work to naturally rejuvenate skin cells, leaving your skin feeling soft and supple.
2nd) Will use the pulp/rind as a natural kitchen cleaner (works particularly well on cleaning copper bottoms of stainless steel pots and pans)
3rd) Use leftover rinds as aromatic diffuser by throwing them into a pot filled with water and cinnamon and/or cloves.  Heat on low until water is mostly evaporated.