It is slowly warming up around these parts.  Today saw the first appearance this year of my ghost-white ankles avec sperrys, sans socks.  Got me thinkin...  Ten more degrees and I can look forward to one of these

from thekitchn.com

By far my most enjoyed libation come late spring is the dark and stormy.  Now I know there are those that proclaim authenticity in only concoctions made with Gosling's, or Barritt's, or both.  Me, I'm ambivalent.  So long as it's cold and alcoholic, I've got a smile on my face.

So here's to hoping it warms up soon, and stocking up on rum and ginger beer!