I reach for the same familiar stemless wine glass almost without thinking.
I don’t drink soda, alcohol, or juice, but seltzer water is my jam.
Always in a wine glass.
I’ve never really been a big drinker and have been referred to on numerous occasions as a “cheap date,” a “lightweight,” and a “weakling” when it comes to drinking spirits.
Years ago, while running in business circles where alcohol flowed freely—and sometimes felt like a competition of who could drink more or spend more—I discovered a simple trick. I’d order a seltzer with lime. The green one, not the yellow one, as I still somehow mix up lime and lemon.
The lime made it look like a gin and tonic, and that became my festive drink of choice.
About two years ago, convinced I might be missing out on something, I purchased one of those beautifully packaged premade cosmopolitans. Four sips later, I was face-down on my bed and out for the count.
Lesson learned.
It’s simply not worth it to me to drink alcohol. Maybe it’s transference or something else entirely, but for years now I’ve only drunk my seltzer water from a stemless wine glass.
It makes me feel cool.
It makes me feel fancy.
And yes, it gives me the feels.
Sophisticated. Special. Celebratory.
Who knew a simple glass of bubbly water could carry so much meaning? But it does.
A seltzer with lime in a wine glass means something to me.
It’s a small daily ritual that elevates an ordinary moment.
And that’s what I want to encourage you to cultivate—a daily “something” that gives you the feels. Something that makes an ordinary Tuesday feel just a little more special. Something that lifts your spirit, brightens your energy, and reminds you that life doesn’t have to wait for a special occasion to feel meaningful.
Cheers.
If you found yourself nodding along while reading this, you’re probably not the only one.
Many of the women I work with are holding more than anyone realizes—navigating change, grief, uncertainty, and life’s unexpected transitions.
I offer 1:1 intuitive wellness coaching sessions designed to help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with greater ease and self-compassion.
I work a little differently than many coaches. There are no packages to buy, no long-term commitments, and no pressure to sign up for more than you need. If you’re looking for a little extra support, we simply schedule a conversation and go from there.
Reach out anytime: kristen@kristendarcy.com ❤️
