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May 2, 2026 38 mins

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This time in my life is really hard. I still struggle to find the words to describe this. I'm a writer. Yet, I fail to find the words for this. In the meantime, I continue forward in ways that I can. Perhaps you are facing something that's hard, too. If you are, this episode is for you. 

When life gets hard or when life sucks, I know I'm at a crossroad. I know I have to choose the path I take and how I proceed. So, I'm choosing gratitude. I'm choosing to laugh. I'm choosing joy. It's not easy to do every day. Still, I try. I encourage you to do the same. 

  • Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and usually includes four segments: celebrations, libation of the month, rants, and questions and answers. 
  • Celebrations are about intentionally forming a habit of noticing and acknowledging the good within and around you. 
  • Libation of the month is based on whatever I fancy or feel inspired by at the time. I share step-by-step instructions and you can mix right along with me. 
  • Rants or stories are about anything I find funny and want to share. 
  • Ask me a question. It might be featured in a future episode.

Libation of the Month:
Honshu Punch

Recipe from tenjakuwhiskyusa.com 

  • 2.0 oz Tenjaku Blended Whisky
  • .75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  • .50 oz Pineapple Juice
  • .50 oz Simple Syrup
  • 4 Dashes Aromatic Bitters 
  • Top with Club Soda 
  • Serve in a highball
  • Garnish with a lemon wedge
  • Add a fun straw (I always do)

Mentions: 

  • Whiskey Notes Video on IG (featuring Tenjaku Blended Whisky)
  • Jack Rudy Cocktail Co. Aromatic Bitters
  • North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics

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