The Rustic Elk

07/20/2026

I just sent this week's Wild Almanac.

A quiet letter about hazy skies, cicadas, peaches, good books, lake water, and paying attention while summer is still here.

If that sounds like your kind of Monday I'd love to send the next one your way.

Here's a link to check it out: https://view.flodesk.com/emails/6a5d8e0156549b25915352d0

07/16/2026

This weeks drink of choice? Mini beer shots.

FYI… they contain ZERO beer. They go down far too easily, only need two ingredients and taste divine.

Just fill a shot glass 3/4ths with licor 43. Top with cream. Enjoy. ❤️

07/15/2026

There's something about wandering a bookstore with absolutely no agenda.

You walk in telling yourself you're just looking.

Forty-five minutes later you've somehow adopted three novels, a notebook you'll definitely use this time, and a latte.

I'm convinced it's cheaper than therapy. 📚

07/15/2026

Respectfully...

I'd like to unsubscribe from this week's obligations.

If you could spend one afternoon anywhere, where would it be?
Mine involves old trees, a forgotten cemetery, a good book, and a hot cup of tea.

07/10/2026

Sweet, juicy peaches, a little heat from jalapeño, plenty of lime, and just enough red onion to keep it from becoming fruit salad.

This is the kind of salsa that belongs beside smoky grilled chicken, fish tacos, tortilla chips, or honestly straight from the bowl while you’re waiting for dinner to be ready. Bright, fresh, a little spicy, and one of the best ways to use up summer peaches.

https://www.therusticelk.com/peach-salsa-canning-recipe/

07/09/2026

Found Along the Way: Antique-Style Chambersticks

I’ve been slowly collecting little pieces that make an ordinary evening feel a little more intentional, and these dark, antique-style chambersticks are exactly that.

They have that aged, slightly gothic finish I love... pretty enough for a bedside table or entryway, but useful too. Add a taper candle, let the wax drip a little, carry one from room to room when the house gets quiet. Tiny atmosphere upgrade, zero haunted-doll energy.

NIKKY HOME Mini Taper Candle Holders Set of 2, Rustic Metal Candlestick for Table Centerpieces, Wedding Decor and Dinner Party, Brown

07/09/2026

Fresh peaches, lime juice, tequila, and a little orange liqueur shaken over ice—this is the kind of margarita that makes an ordinary Tuesday evening feel like you have your life together.

It’s juicy, tart, not syrupy-sweet, and honestly dangerous because it goes down way too easily.

Make two. You won't regret it. https://www.therusticelk.com/fresh-peach-margarita/

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