fridays with oscar | Piña Colada

anyone else, besides oscar, smacking their lips at friday? it’s the weekend, gang, and i for one am ready to sit back, relax and sip a Piña Colada. while the photos are snapped inside in relative serenity, outside is a different story as one of our pine trees is being removed by a very competent tree crew, the sprinkler system is being repaired by another crew, and our leather lounge chairs have finally arrived as well as a bathroom mirror. let me tell you, that’s a lot of activity for one german shepherd to monitor. oscar might have a system overload as he’s not certain which part of the process needs more attention. come on buddy, let’s take a break!

today’s ootd fits the bill when it comes to laid-back style. a simple grey tee similar here and light pink shorts are all you need on a hot summer day in georgia when you’re on the move. needless to say, a cute pair of sneakers from I.N.C is a welcome addition. they keep my tootsies comfy and stylish as i head to the grocery store, liquor store (we don’t typically keep rum on hand) and the cleaners to pick up mr. style’s shirts. glamorous life, right?

shorts | similar tee | sneakers

as you can see ollie already has friday in the bag. this cat knows how to chill.

and me? well, before i sit down with Piña Colada in hand, it’s time to whip up a simple summer dish – Tequila Shrimp Salad. sound yummy? the recipe is shared below. this salad is so easy to make and perfect for a hot summer day. but first, cocktails. and a few fun facts about Piña Coladas. if you’re like me, you’re already humming the Piña Colada song brought to fame by Rupert Holmes in 1979…

• the Pina Colada has been the national drink of Puerto Rico since 1978.
• the translation means “strained pineapple.”
• the Pina Colada was first created in 1954 by Ramón “Monchito” Marrero Pérez at the Caribe Hilton Hotel’s Beachcomber Bar in San Juan. or so he claims! Ramón Portas Mingot also claims he created it in 1963 at the Barrachina Restaurant in Old San Juan. the restaurant stands by his claim to this day.
• but before the Ramón’s drink debate let’s back up the 19th century when Puerto Rican pirate Roberto Cofresí would give his crew a drink containing coconut, pineapple, and white rum to keep morale up. when he died in 1825, the original recipe for the Piña Colada went to his grave with him.
• National Piña Colada Day is celebrated on July 10th.

before i go several readers asked if i ordered anything from the Nordstrom Sale that opens to the public today. yes, i put my order in on the second day of the sale. but who knows when the items will be delivered? only one piece is on its way… fingers crossed the rest arrive before the sale is over so i can share my picks with you! if you’re interested the list is down below. but it’s friday, ladies! hooray. oscar, ollie, and i wish each of you a lovely weekend! 

Michael Stars Blouson Top, Tibi Windowpane A-Line Skirt, Eileen Fisher Merino Wool Cardigan, Marc Fisher Dacey Boot, Ralph Lauren Wool Balmacaan, Eileen Fisher Ankle Pants, Eileen Fisher Colorblock Sweater, Tory Burch Leather Strap Watch, Vince Camuto Sheath Dress, Halogen Belted Skirt, Halogen Stripe Knit Top

Beth Djalali

is the Founder and CEO of Style at a Certain Age. She writes Sundays-Fridays on all topics ranging from fashion, health, wellness, home design and more.

She’s 63, 5’8, and size 8.

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