fridays with oscar
dinner party prep
what? it’s friday? already? on one hand i’m soooo happy the week has come to an end. but on the other hand where the heck is this year disappearing to? let alone this week? it’s funny but the blog keeps my inner clock running and i’m hyper aware when monday and friday roll around. thankfully, oscar is blissfully unaware of the week zipping by and is in his groove ready for his weekly gig. in fact, he’s helping, errr, watching me, prep for a dinner party this weekend. well, he did escort me to the herb garden to snip a few basil leaves for the bruschetta. a yummy appetizer which i’ll happily share at the end of the post.
summer is stubbornly holding fast here in georgia. but i’m keeping my color palette in the autumn zone. a silk shirt similar here and here works 365 days out of the year as do chinos. everlane is an affordable brand with a modern take on classics that’s now available at nordstrom. who can resist a leopard belt? or ballet flats by kate spade for that matter. didn’t i tell you i was clinging to fall-like hues?
the tablescape is getting it’s autumn game on too with a cranberry and khaki tablecloth by ralph lauren. pumpkins are in abundance this time of year but i couldn’t resist the variety that can go into storage once halloween has come and gone.
the bar cart is set and ready to roll. and i have to admit the best part of living in georgia is entertaining outside nine months out of the year.
bruschetta anyone? you better hurry as oscar has one eye on this yummy dish.
TGIF gang! but before we go, oscar and i wish each of you a lovely weekend.
p.s. here’s a video with a few of my old-school entertaining tips.
i really enjoyed the video. Your tablescape is lovely.
And a fashion question: how do you decide what to buy to add to your wardrobe each season? Thx!
well, i first take a look to see if there are any gaps in my wardrobe when it comes to the basics. maybe something has worn out and needs replacing. then i take a look at my “want” list. those items that have been on my must-have list and it’s time to splurge. and i try to keep abreast of the trends and see what i can add on for the season.
xo
Your tablescape is beautiful! It would be nice to entertain outdoors well into fall. Oscar is looking for his plate…does he eat tomatoes? My boys love tomatoes. Have a wonderful weekend. xoxo
oscar is not interested in tomatoes whatsoever, donna! he can be quite picky when it comes to food. he’s definitely a grazer. that’s so cute your boy loves them. dogs are such amazing creatures with likes and dislikes all their own.
xo
I enjoy your your videos. If for no other reason than to hear the person I’m following actually speak! Being of a certain age, have you ever considered any cosmetic treatments, such as Botox, fillers, lasers? I’m curious how you feel about these popular options as we age.
Have a great weekend!
that’s so nice to hear! thanks for sharing your thoughts. as for cosmetic treatments i personally haven’t ventured into this arena. i think every woman has to thoughtfully consider what helps her to feel her best at any given age. and it should never be a divisive topic. who knows? maybe at some point my eye will droop badly enough to affect my vision. aging has it’s physical challenges along the way. so i’m not pro or con. at the moment i’m happy to look like the 59 year old version of me and know i’ve earned every wrinkle and gray hair. it’s never been important to me to ‘look’ like i’m 40 or 10 years younger than i am. heck, i love being my age and don’t mind looking my age. it is such a privilege to wake up each and every day with my health and loved ones. life is precious. that’s what we should be chasing instead of the fountain of youth.
xo
Love your thoughts on this topic! Thanks for responding.