Summer Surmising
Remember the lazy days of summer? To me the memory seems forever ago. I’m sad to say I don’t know if they exist anymore? Dog days is more like it!
I have yet to sit down and enjoy the sun with a drink in my hand and a book on my lap. The pace I’m going is dizzying. I am running from one activity to another. When I'm not taxi driver I am trying to cram in work and everyday home responsibilities.
Spur of the moment, which is all I seem to have these days, I decided to make a summer pact with myself.
I will:
1. spend one day at some form of water, beach or pool, not stressing.
2. try a new summer drink.
3. read something wicked fun.
4. have a grown up, girls only, getaway weekend.
5. of course splurge on a new summer outfit!
With a short list how can I not accomplish 90% of my goals? At least my toenails are painted. Pssstt….OPI Shootout at the OK Coral.
Take time out for yourself – enjoy a few idle summer days.
Goal #2 – Try a New Summer Drink
Pineapple Upside Down Martini
2/3 cup pineapple juice, chilled
1/3 cup vanilla vodka
1 oz. white cranberry juice
1 dash grenadine syrup
Pineapple wedges
Maraschino cherries
Pour juices, vodka and grenadine into a shaker full of ice. Shake, and pour into two fabulous martini glasses accessorized with flip flop wine charms. Garnish with a cherry and pineapple skewer. For an extra shot of sweetness rim your glass with cocktail sugar. Pomegranate or vanilla cocktail sugar goes well with this martini.
Cheers!
