Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Pre-Party Tips To Get You To The Party In High Spirits

By Mary Hawker


The baby is blue in the face from screaming, the dog will not stop hounding you (no pun intended), and you need space to think and all this before your home party. That's right, you've coached the party hostess and there's a whole bunch of people coming. So help me god, is there any tranquilizer to help you get through this situation! 


Hey, hey! Do you really want to walk in like a stressed out, exhausted salesperson? We don't think so. So, what's the solution? How about following these pre-party suggestions? These parties have stood the test of time and are sure to help you get there in the best of moods.

1. Clarify all the directions given to you by your hostess and make sure to double-check them online. This way you will know in advance where exactly you are going. Also, print out a list of reverse directions so that you do not have trouble getting home.

2. Do not make the mistake of waiting till the eleventh hour to pack your kit. Do it the before or on the morning of, your show and have it ready and waiting in the car to cut down on the last minute hassle. 


3. "I don't know what to wear!" don't sweat it! Here's an easy solution. Throw together a few outfits that you can wear to several parties, and keep rotating them between different upcoming parties.

4. Any night when you are not out working be sure to cook at least two meals to make up for nights when you are away. Get your husband's or eldest child's help to smooth over the transition time and avoid a bit of the last-minute stress. If the children need babysitting ask around for at least two babysitters you know you can rely on because you never know when you might need to call on backup. 


5. Music! Keep a CD of your favorite, upbeat numbers in the car so you can de-stress and relax on the way. This way you will arrive fresh and in a positive mood.

These pre-party preparations are to prep you up so get there with a great attitude and a big smile. This will double the guests' enjoyment and will undoubtedly make the home party an event to remember.




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