My Unexpected Obsession

Ginger Wick
Jun 22
3 min read

Updated: Jul 3

Last week’s post was a little more serious than my usual jam, so let’s keep things light this week, shall we?

Confession time: I’m very attached to my drinking vessels.

(Wasn't expecting THAT, were you? 😂)

I have favorites for every occasion… even holidays. Coffee mugs, wine glasses, martini glasses - each one has its own place in my rotation. Of course, I also have a favorite water bottle and tumbler , but they’re a bit too “functional” for the spotlight. 😝 So instead, let me introduce you to some of the stars of my beverage lineup.

☕ Coffee First, Always

I have to start my day with caffeine - usually a homemade vanilla latte (sometimes with almond!) or a chai. And it needs to be in a mug that sparks a little joy. Enter: the owls. I have a set of them, but the warm rust-colored one is my go-to. If he’s in the dishwasher, I’ll reach for the blue-eyed guy, who’s a rich, chocolatey brown. 🦉

Five owl-themed mugs in muted colors are stacked on a shiny black countertop, with a soft-focus, cozy room in the background. — A parliament of mugs! 🦉

When I’m on the go, I grab my custom Yeti, designed by my talented sister Christy. Ironically, she informed me that my “simple needs” aren’t so simple – as I requested multiple revisions before it got my stamp of approval. 🙈

Hand holds a black travel mug with text "Simple Needs: Coffee, Photography & Pets," against a snowy outdoor background. — I wasn't very "on the go" here, as this image was taken on our deck, LOL. But I must've been on my way out!

Speaking of being on the move, I’m not giving up my morning ritual just because we’re camping. I bring along my Colorado mug, created by my ridiculously creative friend Anna. She photographed natural elements and then recreated the Colorado flag with them and printed it on a mug. Instant good mood.

Two Colorado mugs on a tree stump. — Burke Lake Campground, Fairfax Station, Virginia

If we leave the campsite, it’s back to the Yeti-- this one sporting a mountain line drawing again, crafted by Christy. (I was far less picky this time. Growth! LOL. 💪🏻)

Two insulated Yeti cups on a wooden table outdoors. One green with tree design, one blue with mountain design. Blurred trees in background. — Chapman campground (looooooved it!), Basalt, Colorado

We’ll skip over the water vessels - they’re workhorses, not show ponies. So, it’s on to wine...

🍷 Pour Me a Glass… of Personality

This part may read like a Crux Winery ad, but I truly love their wines! Owners Brian & Heidi are dear friends, so I often send them these photos when when I sip.

Stubby: A solid, everyday glass with a plump bowl and thick stem. Comfort glassware.

Wine bottle and filled glass on a patio table with a cork, clear sky, and trees in the background. The label reads CRUX. — Stubby on our deck.

Waterford: These crystal beauties are from our wedding registry (hello, 1998!). They’re heavy, classic, and make me feel just fancy enough. We've only broken a couple over the years - pretty impressive, right?

Two filled wine glasses and a CRUX wine bottle sit on a table with grapes, cheese, and salami; red candle holders in the background. — It wasn't Christmastime, but we had so many people over we needed the holiday charms to keep track of our wine!

Camping Glasses: Functional over fancy. No glass in the woods, thanks.

Two glasses rest on a mossy rock with a blurred autumn background. — Chapman Campground again, Basalt, Colorado

The Nook Glass: At our tiny mountain condo, I reach for stemware embellished with aspens- Colorado vibes only.

Wine bottle and glass with white wine on marble. Bottle reads "CRUX" and "2023 Grenache Blanc." Cork nearby. Brick wall backdrop. — The remodeled Nook.

QUEEN: Reserved for birthdays or for those super-duper-extra-fantabulous days. You know the ones!!

Decorative wine glass on a gray table. Design features colorful patterns and text "Queen for a Day." Cozy outdoor setting. — This was taken on my actual birthday, the day it was gifted to me by my friend Sarah! 👑

Halloween Goblet: I LOVE this one, and I’m not even a fan of candy corn. It feels great in my hand and it screams October. (Yes, I have other, “spookier” ones, but this is the one I always go for.)

A candy corn wine glass sits on a table. Warm fire in the background creates a cozy ambiance. — Perfect for a fall evening on the deck

Christmas Beauty: This one might be my all-time favorite. Bejeweled and delightfully tactile, it’s the first thing I unpack when we decorate for the holidays. I only get to use it for a month, which makes it feel extra special.

Decorative wine glass with colorful swirls sits on a coaster. Blurred multicolored lights in the background create a festive atmosphere. — This might have been the one that started it all; its name is actually Christmas Beauty (it's written on the bottom!) and I’m terrified of breaking it.

🍸 Shaken, Stirred, and Seasonal

Martini glasses? Oh, I’ve got a collection. Most are Christmas-themed, and choosing one feels like selecting the right outfit for a cocktail party.

Colorful decorated glasses and a plush reindeer on a table, with a blurred Christmas tree and lights in the background, creating a festive mood. — I think we've added a few more since I snapped this image. 🙈

My “everyday” set was made by my friend Allegra - I saw them on Facebook and immediately knew I needed them in my life., and commissioned them.

Two martini glasses with colorful mosaic patterns sit on a wooden railing. The background is a blurred autumn scene with golden hues. — Art inspired.

And my newest treasure? A Mother’s Day gift from Ken:

“A woman cannot survive on wine alone… she also needs dogs.”

TRUTH. 🐶🐾

So tell me… am I the only one with this beverage-related quirky obsession? Do you have favorite vessels, goblets, or grails? I’d love to hear what’s in your libation rotation!

Ginger Wick Photography is an award winning dog photographer specializing in creating beautiful custom artwork of dogs & their people. Based in Parker, CO serving the Denver area.

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