Way back in my younger wilder days, playboy boyfriend Martin used to make these for me in his very own bar in Sloane square. He used grated chocolate instead of nutmeg though.

Recipe
Ingredients:

1 1/2 oz Brandy
1 oz Dark Creme de Cacao
1 oz Half-and-half or Heavy cream
1/4 tsp grated Nutmeg
Mixing instructions:

In a shaker half-filled with ice cubes, combine the brandy, creme de cacao, and half-and-half. Shake well. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with the nutmeg.

[edit] Alternate recipe
Ingredients:

2 jiggers dark creme de cocoa
1 jigger brandy
1 pt. vanilla ice cream
1 c. crushed ice
Mixing instructions:

Put all ingredients in blender. Cover and frappe until sherbet consistency. Serve in small brandy snifters with nutmeg sprinkled on top. Yield: 6 (3 oz.) drinks.

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Brandy Alexander Ice Cream
The alcohol in the mixture will slow the freezing process down and the ice cream will be very soft. If you want a firmer ice cream, make it a day ahead and place the bowl with the freshly made ice cream back in the freezer, allowing it to firm up overnight. Any way you go, this ice cream is absolutely delicious.

5 egg yolks
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons plain flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons Kahlua
4 tablespoons brandy
Mixing instructions:

Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and flour together until pale and thick. Place milk and cream in a heavy saucepan and heat until very hot, but do not allow to boil. Stir constantly to prevent scorching. Whisk the milk mixture into egg mixture and return mixture to saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture coats the back of a metal spoon. Stir in remaining ingredients.

Pour into glass bowl, cover and chill in the refrigerator or freezer for at least three hours.

To make the ice cream, pour the chilled mixture into the frozen bowl of the ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions. Makes about a quart.

Oh boy ,,,,,,,, *mira swoons *

In the Babemba tribe of South Africa, when a person acts
irresponsibly or unjustly, he is placed in the centre of the village, alone and unfettered.

All work ceases, and every man, woman, and child in the village
gathers in a large circle around the accused individual.

Then each person in the tribe speaks to the accused, one at a
time, each recalling the good things the person in the centre of
the circle has done in his lifetime. Every incident, every
experience that can be recalled with any detail and accuracy,
is recounted. All his positive attributes, good deeds, strengths,
and kindnesses are recited carefully and at length. This tribal
ceremony often lasts for several days.

At the end, the tribal circle is broken, a joyous celebration
takes place, and the person is symbolically and literally
welcomed back into the tribe.

~The Art of Forgiveness~ Christi Becker

Carnelian will show you how and where to find love in your life.
Carnelian will awaken your inner passion and desire and allow you to share it with others.

Carnelian also promotes energy.

Carnelian will revitalise you when you are feeling down,
Carnelian protects those who wear it from envy, fear, and rage. Not only does it give energy to those who wear it, but the carnelian is also known to relieve fear, anxiety, and stress as well as to relieve depression.

Carnelian is used to treat kidney diseases, bladder problems, and gall stones, while also warding off colds and allergy problems at the same time.

Carnelian was a stone in King Solomon’s breast– plate.

Carnelian and Amethyst have iron as a colouring agentand can be used to benefit the blood stream.

Carnelian has mental grounding powers , it teaches one to focus on the present for the moments in life.

Carnelian can assist in getting the mind out of mental ruts and back on track for success. In the long-term, it bolsters ambition and drive and reminds the wearer of the future’s goals, hence becoming a powerful tool in major decision-making.

Carnelian is connected to the 2nd Chakra or the Spleen Chakra. This area is the body’s centre for creative and sexual, pure emotional energies, Healers also associate Carnelian with the five physical senses. When the energies of the 2nd chakra are unblocked by Carnelian and the energy flows freely, one feels a deeper appreciation of his or her body, a greater connection with friends and lovers and a reduction of guilty feelings. These effects result in a more spontaneous, energetic and giving individual.

Because of Carnelian’s connection to the 2nd Chakra, Carnelian is instrumental in maintaining health in the lower abdomen. Carnelian is used to treat impotence, menstrual cramps, and infertility associated with this region.

Carnelian
- gives energy
- protects from bad vibrations
- guards against poverty
- helps give a sense of humour
- calms the temper

Healing properties of Carnelian
Carnelian is an energy booster. It helps the insecure person to find strength within them so they can come into their own. It is said to increase the appetite.

Rashid and Sami are on their way here . Scones are in t'oven. Rasperry and blackcurrant jam, no cream .. if they want cream they can pop down to the corner shop, Didn't have time to go out.

Swedish Marie , who lives in Brazil now but is here on a holiday, phoned fpr a chat . That took the best part of an hour. Time flies when you are having fun.

I shared my hospital adventures with her and she her stories about relatives. Seems there is an alchoholic uncle there who insists he is sober but has the occasional glass of wine and many light beers and tops up his cravings with sugar , coca cola and sweet things.

It struck me that it is all about pacifying feelings and cravings.. longings maybe .. with substitutes. Temporary gratification that does not quite scratch that itch and leaves you wanting more .. more ...more ....

We all have " holes " that we want to fill ( no rude comments about thtan now ..lol.. you know what I mean ..