Happy Hour with YourGayHusband

Your Gay Husband DRINK of the Day : 

Iced Lemon and Mint Vodka 



Iced Lemon and Mint Vodka

 What could be better...
 It was 81 degrees here today. If you live where it is warm, I invite you to join me [I will be on my patio] with this drink. It looks so refreshing.
Here is how you make it ...

1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 part lemon cordial
1 part chilled vodka
Ice cubes
tonic water, to top up
mint sprigs, to decorate

Pour the lemon juice, lemon cordial, and vodka into a cocktail shaker and shake well. Pour into a large glass half filled with ice cubes. Top up with tonic water, add the mint sprigs, and serve immediately. To kick it up a noch add an extra shot of vodka. Remember in the words of Oprah...make the first one count ! Time to turn on the smooth jazz and chill.

Bottoms Up !

YourGayHusband

"Green Living" Plant a Tree

YourGayhusband Tip of the Day :

Breathe Deep...Plant a Tree



Weeping Cherry Tree

 Planting a Weeping Cherry Tree
Last year we had to cut down an old Oak tree in our backyard due to fire damage from our garage burning down. We looked and looked for the "right" tree for us and our needs. MyGayHusband was at Home Depot and found this tree for us...it is PERFECT.
The tree is only ornamental so no fruit which means no mess.
It will get about 20-25 feet tall and 10 feet wide. It is considered a specimen plant. This is a hybrid tree that has been graphed to ensure it's hardiness as well as resistance to insects and decease.
TIME - 2 hours
Level of Difficulty 2 on scale of 1-5
COST - $60 tree, soil, fertilizer

Dig the Hole

Dig the hole twice as wide and as deep as the pot. I layed down a large piece of burlap to put soil on. This reduces the clean up as well as mud.Make sure there are NO electrical or Gas lines before you dig.

PreSoak before Planting

Once the hole is dug, fill it with water til it fills up. Let the soil drink up !
This is a perfect Lemonade break time. This will ensure that the plant will get enough water during it's transition.

Fertilize

You will need to get some soil from the Home Depot. Mix 1/2 potting soil and 1/2 original soil that you dug out. This will give the tree more nutrients as it begins to grow. I use Scotts Potting soil as my amendment and Miracle Grow Fertilizer Spikes for trees. These are time released and should be used in Fall and Spring.

Ventilate Root Ball

 Another Great tip is to make 3-4 slits in the burlap that is protecting the root ball. You will be planting the tree with the burlap still wrapping the root ball. This will allow the tree to grow properly and protect the roots until it is established. It dissolves in about 1 year.









Make it Level

 Before putting the tree into the hole you will want to mix your Scotts potting soil with the soil you removed when digging the hole. This will help it adjust and not make the soil too rich. Set the tree into the hole and make any adjustments ensuring it is straight and level.

back filling with mixed amended soil

 Now it is time to back fill with the soil mixture. Make sure that you take your time so there are NO air holes [they can fill with water and rot the roots]. Tamp down the soil and add 3-4" of Cedar mulch. The cedar will act as an organic insect repellent. Water the tree for at least 15 minutes to ensure thorough watering. I added decorative stones around it to keep the mulch from moving. It should bloom in a couple of weeks and add more greenery, oxygen and beauty to our yard.




What a view. I recommend finding a tree you like and PLANT IT.
Happy Gardening !
Til Later,
YourGayHusband

Make the Perfect BBQ Pork Ribs

Your Gay Husband Tip of the Day:

Cook it LOW and SLOW




BBQ Pork Ribs and Sweet Potato Fries

   BBQ Pork Ribs and Sweet Potato Fries

You tell me what could be better than this. Once the temperature starts to elevate and you get that day of sunshine, there is nothing better than spending the day in the yard and while BBQing..

I bought these ribs on Sale for $1.19lb. This slab is about 6lbs. When cooking a slab of ribs like this it is important ton TAKE YOUR TIME and cook it LOW and SLOW. You may ask what exactly that means. You want the temperature of you BBQ to be around 200 degrees or lower for the perfect end result.

 After rinsing the Ribs season them with your favorite rub. I recommend a brown sugar based rub. You really want this to marinate for 2 hours, overnight is best. Once your BBQ is at the proper heat put your ribs on a top shelf away from direct heat. I use wood chips that I have soaked in water to keep the BBQ smoking. It took about 4 hours to cook this 6lb slab of ribs. I turned it  and added more wood chips every hours.

 Once it has reached 170 degrees I remove it and lightly wrap it in tin foil for at least 15 minutes. When you cut the ribs they will have a pink smoke ring. The thicker the pink ring the smokier they are. Add your favorite BBQ sauce. I recommend a brown sugar based sauce but really use what you like best. I like to sever this with Sweet Potato Fries from Ore Ida. They are really good with about a tsp of dried Thyme sprinkled on them before cooking.

Margarita

 I like to serve these with Margaritas...It makes the food taste even better and your guests will never know if you made a mistake. If you do, don't sweat it...just call out... COCKTAILS anyone. Here is a great recipe for the perfect Margarita.
I hope you enjoy your BBQ and get some nice sunny weather soon.
Til Later,
YourGayHusband

Fashion Friday: Oscars - Who Wore What ?

YourGayHusband Tip of the Day:

Find your groove on the red carpet



Anne Hathaway in Vintage Valentino

  Oscars : Who wore What ?
After watching the Oscars this past weekend, I know one thing...the Red Carpet will bring out the grove in any one.

Ann Hathaway can I just say was amazing. She could have hosted the entire event herself. She embodies so much talent.

I like that she has confidence in wearing red, and the vintage Valentino is so on trend, the attention to detail is incredible not to mention the actresses that are vying to wear them. Valentino is Hot Hot Hot !

Anne Hathaway Oscar Dresses


Ann Hathaway's Gown changes were fantastic, my favorite was the last change,a Blue Versace. She wore it perfectly with very little jewelry and no necklace. WINNER for Best stylist.

Kate Blanchet wearing Givenchy



 Creative expression was great to see. Kate Blanchet wore this Givenchy without missing a beat, I appreciate her confidence. 

Overall the Oscar's Red Carpet this year became more of a runway than ever before. The confidence of wearing RED on the Red Carpet, Ann Hathaway, Jennifer Hudson, Jennifer Lawrence. The  feminine and sexy Mila Kunis as always led the pack wearing a  lavender lace gown. This was a knockout on her. Michelle Williams wearing a  beaded and altered Chanel gown. Simplicity at it's best...may be too simple for the red carpet.

Halle Berry, Natalie Portman, Mila Kunis

Feminine appeal was apparent on the Red Carpet.Hale Berry is so fabulous, her body
looks incredible and glowing with sexiness,Natalie Portmans gown was a perfect choice, the color is amazing on her.Mila Kunis was my personal favorite.The lace detail is sexy without being over the top.










Josh Brolin-Javier Bardem KISS

The grove was in the heart of two of my favorites Josh Brolin and Javier Bardem. It is always nice to see examples of Hollywood romance, could it be true? You Go !
In the words of the great Marvin Gaye...lets get it on.















 

James Franco in Drag


I got love for James Franco, although this wasn't his best performance as host, his ability to catch my attention, make me laugh is what I enjoy most about him. He is one to keep your eye on...just no more hosting the Oscars please.

Melissa Leo

Melisa Leo, found her grove in a gold lame and  white lace gown that reminded me of an evening at Nascar. Really Mellisa, after all of the award shows you have been at this season...this is what you came up with. Perfect example of what NOT to wear.
No matter who it was or what they wore, the Red Carpet has a magical ability to make each person stand on their own, a chance for self expression and creative interest. A time for each of us to identify who we are and what we like to be, its our personal grove, or personal beat that we walk to on our own magical Red Carpet.



I hope you enjoyed dishing the Fashions from the Oscars. Leave a comment and let me know who you loved/hated at the Oscars.
POLL RESULTS
Which red carpet event has the best dressed celebrities...and the WINNER is...
Oscars with 92%
Golden Globes with 8%
Til Later,
YourGayHusbands Husband

Happy Hour with YourGayHusband

YourGayHusband Drink of the Day :
From the Rafters

From the Rafters is a great anytime cocktail.
Here is how you make it.

You will need...
ice cubes
1 part brandy
1 Tbsp Frangelico hazelnut liqueur
1 part Cointreau
1 part pineapple juice
cherry slices, to decorate
Put some ice cubes into a cocktail shaker with the brandy, Frangelico liqueur, Cointreau, and pineapple juice and shake to mix. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and decorate with cherry slices, which will sink to the bottom of the glass.

Take the time to Relax and give back to yourself after a long day.
I hope you enjoy !


Bottoms Up !
YourGayHusband

Weekly Grocery Bargains

YourGayHusband Tip of the Day :

Plan Ahead and Save !

Click on Links for additional Savings

You will need a Kroger Plus Card for these discounts. NO charge
Sale dates are thru March 8th. Lots on sale. Good....NOT great.






skinless boneless chicken breasts - $1.79lb
Strawberries - $1.99 16oz
T-Bone steaks - $4.99lb [great steak]
jumbo white shrimp - $5.99lb 21-25 count
mango's - 10 for $10
jazz apples - 10 for $10
Click here for coupons.

Thousands of EVERYDAY LOW PRICES plus Always great Reward card savings. You will need a Tom Thumb card for these discounts. NO charge.



Rib-eye steaks - $4.99lb [great steak]
Sara Lee Breads - $1.99ea select varieties
Safeway canned veggies - 2 for $1 [stock up]
Pork loin chops - $1.99lb assorted cuts
Eckrich smoked sausage - $2.99ea 13-16oz
broccoli crowns - $1.49lb
Tom Thumb is also having a SUPER PRICE COUPON event. Click here for coupons


March is National Nutrition Month. I love SunFlower Markets they have Serious Food....Silly Prices. They make all of their sausage fresh daily. Several varieties to choose from as well as FRESH produce.






Ultimate FRUIT FEST
2 for $3 this includes...
Strawberries 1lb
Blueberries 6oz
Red Grapes 1lb
Pineapples each
Pears - .99lb
Avocado - .99ea
Cucumber - .99ea
Leaf lettuce - .99ea
Sockeye Salmon - $7.99lb
Bunched Broccoli - .99lb

This is the final week for Fiesta's Famous Meat Month. If you haven't pick up some meat to save for BBQ weather...do it NOW and save...Big Time.






T-Bone steaks - $2.99 [amazing deal]
Tyson whole chicken - .67lb
Pork spare ribs - $1.19
Extra large shrimp - $6.69lb 26-30 count
Cantaloupe - 2 for $3
Strawberries - $1.99lb
Pork Chops - $1.29lb [freeze] Thurs and Fri only
Ground chuck - $1.29 [freeze] Thurs and Fri only
Boneless skinless chicken breasts - $1.29lb [freeze] Thurs and Fri only
Rock crab clusters - $3.99lb
Live crawfish - $2.69lb

Make sure to stop by Aldi to get your Staples. Milk is .998 a gallon all of the time. Eggs are always a great deal and you can pick up
"off brand " items at a ridiculously low prices. Bring a quarter to get a basket, you will get it back when you leave and don't forget to bring your own bags. Just because they have such low prices doesn't mean it isn't quality...it is.

Albertsons is the WINNER for best prices for 1 stop shopping.
They are also palying their Monopoly game and having a Coupon Mania event.





Boneless skinless chicken breasts - $1.49lb
Chicken wings - .99lb [great deal and great for a party...freeze]
Pork loin - $1.49lb assorted cuts
Catfish fillets - $2.99lb
Cooked whole lobster - $5.99ea
Atlantic salmon portions - $3.99ea 5oz [freeze]
3 DAY ONLY SALE
Split chicken breasts - .78lb
Ribeye steaks - $4.99lb
Peaches - .99lb
This is a great stock up and save event...I know I will !

Michaels...Where Creativity Happens
I highly recommend to stop by and get your creative juices flowing. You might just get inspired.



50% off Artist's Gallery wrapped stretch canvas
55% off custom framing
40% off any 1 regular price item
Buy 1 get 1 Free event on Frames
50% off bead gallery strung beads 200 new styles
Folk art acrylic paint - .89ea

Here are some links to the stores in your area...
Smiths, Vons, Trader Joes, Safeway, Jewel, Ralphs
Let me know if there is a store near you that you would like me to add.
Happy Shopping and Saving !
Til Later,
YourGayHusband

Happy Hour with YourGayHusband

YourGayHusband Tip of the Day :
Give yourself 1 hour of YOU time today !

Knockout Cocktail

Knockout
4-5 ice cubes
1 part Dry Vermouth
1/2 part white creme de menthe
2 parts Gin
1 drop Pernod
Lemon slice, to decorate

Put the ice cubes into a mixing glass. Pour the vermouth, creme de menthe, and gin over the ice, stir vigorously, then strain into a chilled old-fashioned glass. add the prenod and serve with lemon slice.





Salty Snacks

 "Do not allow children to mix drinks. It is unseemly and they use too much Vermouth."
Steve Allen






Bottoms Up !
YourGayHusband