Teddy's Toddy

I got an email from a friend yesterday about the heart-wrenching loss of her pup. Christmas always reminds me of one of our dear ones, a corgi mix, Teddy and his particular Christmas pose. He was a peach of a pup and part of a fabulous "gang" of pups and kitties that grew up with Christian and Lissa. While trying to keep this post upbeat and believe me, it could go either way, let me say he wore a Santa's hat well. I have a picture of him beneath the tree where he looks like the Cat's Meow. Oops. Sorry, Teddy. Ah, he looks like the Top Dog, proud as punch.

This Thirsty Thursday, while Teddy and that picture are on my mind, the closest beverage I can think of is the Hot Toddy. It is Teddy-like...warm, cuddly, fun and ready to roll with the festivities, hat or no hat. Happy Thursday, everyone! Love you,Teddercheese. Xoxoxo to all our dear ones.

Teddy's Toddy

1 Tablespoon honey

3/4 glass tea (think of the possibilities here...one tea for every night of winter!)

2 shots brandy

1 slice lemon or orange

Brew tea and fill a tall glass 3/4 full. Mix in honey. Mix in brandy shots. Add lemon or orange slice and enjoy. Toddies are traditionally sipped in the late evening, before settling in for a long winter's nap.