Whiskey Chai recipe

The chill is on! I can feel it in my bones. It is time to hunker down, get cozy by the fire and warm the body from the inside out.
This time of year I crave being home, crafting, baking and making warming goodies.
I love making chai especially this time of year and adding a bit of warming whiskey makes the cold nights so delicious.

Chai

2 Tbls. chopped ginger
1 Tbls. cardamon pods
1 tsp. cloves
1+ tsp. black pepper
3 anise stars
2-3 cinnamon sticks
3-5 Tbls. black or Rooibos
6-8 C water

Grind spices in a mortar and pestle.

Heat dry spices on med. heat for 30 sec.

Add water, let boil and the reduce heat for 30 to 40 min. on low-med heat. Add in tea for the last 5 min. Then strain.

                                                                           
Add a 1/4 C of Chai concentrate to about 8 oz. warm water then add sweetener, milk,  an ounce of Whiskey, a cinnamon stick and enjoy!

XO Keri

New jewelry preview

It started off pretty gloomy this morning and I wasn't sure if we would be able to take pictures but the sun decided to grace us in the most glorious way.

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Here is a little sneak peak at some new jewelry that will be going on my website soon.                                                               

Below: Crystal warrior necklace.        

                            

Above: 3 spikes necklace..                                      
Below: Tibetan quartz crystal ring and herkimer quartz crysal ring.

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Visit my shop here.... https://www.etsy.com/shop/lovelightjewelry

XO Keri

The road to Taos

When my husband and I decided to leave the mountains of Taos, NM and return to the city of Seattle It was difficult in many ways but it was time for a change. Taos has a strange mystical magic that is difficult to explain but when you talk to anyone who lives there or has lived there they will say the same. It was intense. We were tested and pushed to the point of recklessness and surrender only to learn more about ourselves and see our potential in a whole new light. It is the land of enchantment after all. 

We recently returned there after 10 years and the power is immediate and the magic is present in the most beautiful way. I will always have a special place in my heart for New Mexico and will always be grateful for the time I spent there.

Just like I remember, bullet holes and everything. 

Sagebrush and sky.

A wall hanging decorated by our friend Robert with findings from the surrounding mountains.

More of his found treasures.

I will always remember your magic and be inspired by your light.

xo Keri

Set your life on Fire

I love this quote... We all have passion and fire within us but those we surround ourselves with can effect how hot the fire burns..... Don't ever let anyone put out your fire.

XO Keri