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February 1, 2025

Hello Followers,

Happy Weekend and Welcome to February!

Today Dan and I will explore taking calculated risks.

And how it can lead to new opportunities and personal growth.

When individuals embrace opportunities that come with taking calculated risks, they open doors to uncharted territories that may lead to breakthroughs in their personal and professional lives.

By pushing past comfort zones and venturing into unknown realms, people can discover hidden potentials they never knew they possessed.

This willingness to take risks is often a reflection of a strong survival instinct, signaling an adaptive response to changing environments.

Striking a balance between seizing opportunities and exercising caution is crucial in navigating the delicate dance between risk-taking and well-advised decision-making.

Some risks come with extra rewards.

Risky does not mean impossible.

Tomorrow Dan and I will continue with learning to forgive yourself.

Quick Pickled Garlic

🍇 Quick Pickled Garlic - a simple yet impactful gourmet addition! 🧄🧀

Ingredients:

One cup garlic cloves (2 to 3 heads of garlic)

½ cup white vinegar

½ cup water

½ tablespoon sugar

One teaspoon kosher salt

One teaspoon peppercorn

One bay leaf

¼ teaspoon celery seed

¼ teaspoon dry dill

Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions:

Wash a half-pint mason jar and its lid in hot soapy water, then rinse and let air dry.

Cut off the ends of each garlic clove, place them in a small container, cover, and shake vigorously to loosen the peels.

In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, peppercorns, bay leaf, celery seed, dill, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a rapid bubble and simmer for 2 minutes.

Spoon the garlic into the jar, then carefully pour in the hot brine. Tap the jar to release air bubbles.

Screw on the lid tightly and allow to cool to room temperature (about 1 hour). Refrigerate for 24 hours before using. Stores up to 1 month refrigerated.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 2 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 17 minutes

Servings: one half-pint jar