Today’s post is pulling double-duty.

First:

Second:

In honor of the upcoming Super Bowl (Go Steelers! ), our Happy Hunk Day hottie is none other than former football player & current beau of Mistress Heidi, Dwayne Johnson. Enjoy…but not too much. :devil

Cupid’s Cup

Ingredients:

1 part St. Germain elderflower liqueur
2 parts vodka, citrus vodka or Hendricks gin
3/4 part fresh lemon juice
1/4 shot simple syrup
1 part muddled strawberry
top with Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine
strawberry for garnish

Preparation:

Shake & strain over fresh rocks in a Collins glass.
Top with Brut Rose or Brut Champagne.
Garnish with a strawberry.

Happy Chinese New Year!

Whether you celebrate this holiday or not, I think it’s just plain fun.  And 2011 is the Year of the Rabbit, in case you didn’t know.

If you were born in 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, or 2011, then you are a “Rabbit,” according to the Chinese zodiac.

Occupying the 4th position in the Chinese Zodiac, the Rabbit symbolizes such character traits as creativity, compassion, & sensitivity. Rabbits are friendly, outgoing, & prefer the company of others. They also prefer to avoid conflict. In confrontational situations, Rabbits approach calmly & with consideration for the other party. Rabbits believe strongly in friends &  family and lacking such bonds can lead to emotional issues.

Their serene nature keeps Rabbits from becoming visibly upset. Because they’re serene animals, Rabbits are easily taken advantage of. Their sensitive nature makes them shy away from aggressive or competitive situations. They’re overall conservative & not interested in taking risks.

Classy, sophisticated, expressive, well-mannered, & stylish, those born under the Sign of the Rabbit enjoy leaning about cultural issues & learning about people from other countries. Rabbits are most comfortable being home, &  their homes are always neat & organized. Home is also where Rabbits prefer to entertain. Rabbits are conservative in their decorating tastes.

Rabbits should work at building more self-confidence & self-worth so they can feel more secure. The desire for remaining in safe, comfortable environments keeps Rabbits from taking risks which sometimes causes them to miss out on good opportunities.

What does the Year of the Rat mean for us, whether we’re Rabbits or not?

Well, first go HERE to figure out which sign/animal you are, according to the Chinese Zodiac.

Then go HERE to find your sign & a fun year-ahead Chinese horoscope.