Sunday, April 19, 2020

American pop culture meets Russian literature meets quarantine is my theme for the day.

Has your family dug out the old jigsaw puzzles yet?  Oh, we have.  The one in the photo is from the stash left at home by Oldest Son. It’s a classic.

I researched Tolstoy a bit today, and learned that he viewed alcohol as a danger to the body and to society. In 1890 he even penned an essay entitled, “Why Do Men Stupefy Themselves?”  (He apparently was never quarantined for 38 days and counting.)

All things in moderation, I believe. Alcohol is not a panacea.  But I am finding joy in creating cocktails! For today’s drink, in Leo’s honor,  I have selected a Black Russian.