Weathered the Sweet Storm

Weathered the Sweet Storm

In this episode of the ArmedAndSteady podcast, we reflect on the concept of "Weathered the Sweet Storm." Join us as we explore the challenges and triumphs of the past two years of wedding planning. From making difficult financial decisions to experiencing the joy and anticipation leading up to the wedding celebration, we share our personal journey. Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration as we discuss how we navigated through the storm and found sweetness in the process of planning our wedding. Chocolate Dark & Stormy  Ingredients: 2 oz of Striped Lion Cocoa Rum 4 oz of ginger beer 1/2 oz of lime juice  Fill cup with ice. Squeeze lime juice into glass and drop the spent shell.  Pour in the rum and top with ginger beer. Stir gently

Making Choices on Long Island

In this episode, EJ and Adele navigate the challenging decisions that come with planning their wedding day. From selecting vendors to managing the emotional rollercoaster of preparing for a wedding in such a short time frame, they delve into the complexities of the process. Tune in as they share their insights and experiences, offering valuable advice for anyone facing similar decisions. Long Island Recipe Ingredients 1/2 ounce vodka 1/2 ounce Striped Lion White Rum 1/2 ounce silver tequila 1/2 ounce gin 1/2 ounce triple sec 1 ounce sweet and sour mix 1 ounce cola Garnish: lemon wedge Steps 1. Add the vodka, rum, tequila, gin, triple sec, simple syrup and lemon juice to a Collins glass filled with ice. 2. Top with a splash of the cola and stir briefly. 3. Garnish with a lemon wedge. 4. Serve with a straw.

Blurred Limes

Finding and choosing a venue Mojito Recipe * 2 ½ ounces rum (white) * ▢ 1 ounce lime juice (fresh) * ▢ 1 ounce simple syrup (see recipe notes) * ▢ 8 mint leaves (fresh) * ▢ club soda (or sparkling water)

Let’s Move Tonight!

In this episode, we dive into the exciting yet challenging journey of moving in together after getting engaged. Join us as we share personal stories, discuss the practical aspects of cohabitation, and offer advice on navigating this significant life transition. From merging belongings to adjusting to each other's habits, we cover it all with honesty and humor. Whether you're about to take this step or reminiscing about your own experience, this episode is sure to resonate.

Mai Tai-ing the Knot: A Proposal Tale

In this episode, we share our enchanting proposal story and discuss key lessons from our engagement journey, including recognizing relationship readiness, managing social media influences, and balancing personal and family expectations. Mai Tai Recipe: 1 1/4 ounces of light rum 1 1/4 ounces of dark rum 2 ounces of pineapple juice 1 ounce of orange juice 3/4 ounce of lime juice 1/2 ounce of grenadine Garnish: maraschino cherry