The Saddest Pomegranate Margaritas Ever!
Did you ever have one of those weeks where you think nothing else could possibly go wrong and then it does? Welcome to my week this week. It started off with some minor issues but nothing that would warrant a mention in this post. Everything changed yesterday.
I usually go to BodyPump on Monday nights and Wednesday nights. This past Wednesday was jam packed so I decided to squeeze in a bike ride first thing Thursday morning.
I rode the same trail I’ve been riding for years. I usually have to weave around walkers and runners but the trail was empty and quite peaceful. About halfway through the ride I approached a small decline in the trail. It’s an area I’ve navigated countless times before. Nothing looked different on the approach.
I can’t exactly recall where I landed and where my bike landed but I can tell you it was an epic fall. Dazed, battered and bruised I sat up looking for someone nearby to help me. Where were all the people who are ALWAYS in my way??? The trail was empty.
I managed to get up. Nothing felt broken so I decided to grab my bike and hobble back home. Thankfully, it wasn’t a long walk.
Once inside I took a closer look at my injuries. LOTS of scrapes, gashes and bruises up and down the left side of my body. I do remember putting my left hand out to brace my fall but that’s all I remember. Upon closer inspection, my left leg clearly took the brunt of the impact.
A shower, lots of Band-aids, some Neosporin and a healthy dose of Motrin later I can report that I am fine. I’m really sore and uncomfortable but thankfully my injuries were relatively minor.
So why are these the saddest margaritas ever? Because after my epic fall yesterday I thought nothing else could go wrong. Well, I was wrong. The fall derailed my schedule. I still needed to photograph the margaritas. Even though I can’t walk very well I can sit pretty comfortably. I decided to photograph them first thing this morning. Only problem is my camera didn’t seem to want to cooperate. With little patience left I abandoned my camera and used my iPhone. However, by the time I figured out I needed to use my phone the humidity in the kitchen was at an all-time high. Condensation had formed on the glasses, the ice cubes were melting and I was nearing meltdown status. Oh, did I forget to mention that the AC unit in the kitchen window isn’t working? Add that to the list.
The worst thing of all is that I can’t drink the margaritas. At least not for the next day or two. I don’t think alcohol coupled with my injuries and the Motrin I’ve been taking would have a great outcome.
Here’s where you can help make me feel better. Make these margaritas this weekend and enjoy one for me. If you could also send a little luck my way I would greatly appreciate it:)
Recipe from Southern Living
Ingredients
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup hot water
1 1/2 cups pomegranate juice
3/4 cup tequila
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 6 limes)
1/4 cup orange liqueur
Ice cubes
Directions
1. Stir together sugar and hot water until sugar is dissolved. Stir in 1 1/2 cups pomegranate juice and next 3 ingredients.
2. Pour desired amount of pomegranate juice mixture into a cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes. Cover with lid, and shake 30 seconds or until thoroughly chilled. Remove lid, and strain into chilled cocktail glasses. Repeat procedure with remaining pomegranate mixture. Garnish, if desired. Serve immediately.
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Kristina — August 10, 2012 @ 2:10 PM
I think the condensation on the glass only adds to the overall look
SO SORRY all this happened, hope you heal quickly and can enjoy one of these yourself. tis Friday, things are looking up already, right?
kelly @ kellybakes — August 10, 2012 @ 2:25 PM
I still think they look delicious–the condensation just reminds me of how gross it was outside this morning and how I wish this would be waiting for me when I get home later :] I hope you feel better!
Beeb Ashcroft — August 10, 2012 @ 5:45 PM
Oh my goodness, what a week! I think they look great and I will gladly drink them all on your behalf – hahah! Feel better!
Barbara | Creative Culinary — August 10, 2012 @ 7:36 PM
I love the condensation on the glass Wendy; I think it really evokes how cold and thirst quenching this drink would be.
So sorry for all of your boo boos but thanks for not showing them to us up close and personal. I still have to look away from doctor type TV shows when there is gonna be blood. Yes, I’m a wuss that way.
Take good care…sure hope you can have a drink soon…the hell with Motrin I say!!!
Kate | Food Babbles — August 11, 2012 @ 9:58 AM
Ouch!! I’m so sorry Wendy! It sounds like a rough week and so frustrating. I hope that you feel better soon. As a trained medical professional, I say ditch the Motrin and have these gorgeous margaritas! The condensation actually adds tithe picture in my opinion. It makes it look so refreshing, like they’re ice cold. I want to reach in and grab a sip right now. Feel better! Xoxo
Chef Dennis — August 11, 2012 @ 10:38 AM
so sorry to hear about your biking mishap Wendy
I hope your feeling better soon and can enjoy a few of those lovely margaritas!
Robin @ Mom Foodie — August 11, 2012 @ 7:26 PM
Ouch! I would still drink em myself
Kita — August 13, 2012 @ 8:13 AM
Yeah…. I can say I have been there… Countless times. It sucks! I always have bruises and scratches all over. Im glad you got back up and finished out the trail though. Thats the hardest step… well that, and waking up the next morning sore everywhere.
Sara @ The Cozy Herbivore — August 14, 2012 @ 8:39 PM
Oh girl, I’m so sorry to hear about your accident! As a bicycle commuter in Philly, I totally feel your pain. This city (and it’s shitty infrastructure) can be so brutal.
ANYWAY, these margaritas look delicious and I think your pictures are just beautiful. Hope you’re healing well, and I hope you’re drinking lots of these delicious babies to help ease your pain!
Lynne — August 15, 2012 @ 6:19 AM
I hope you are much better now after your fall. Your margaritas don’t look sad at all. Sometimes condensation on a glass looks cool in a photo as it shows that it is hot outside and the drink is cool and refreshing.