Why do people throw parties ..who can't

(BillKirch) said:

I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies and tiny
little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment that can
hold 18. The bad taste people have is unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap
paper plates that bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought at the
store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you can't afford to throw a
party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone. Or better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

[scratching Bill off the guest list]

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I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies and
tiny little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment
that can hold
18. The bad taste people have is unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap paper
plates that bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought at the
store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you can't afford to throw a
party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone. Or better yet ....cater it. Merry
Xmas

Sounds like you need a new set of friends! (Don't call me.)

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I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies and tiny
little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment that can
hold 18. The bad taste people have is unbelievable.

Pot Kettle Black

~Kat

"I think I would like to call myself 'the girl who wanted to be God'. Yet if I were not in this
body, where would I be--perhaps I am destined to be classified and qualified. But, oh, I cry out
aginst it." --Sylvia Plath

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I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies and tiny
little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment that can
hold 18. The bad taste people have is unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap
paper plates that bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought at the
store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you can't afford to throw a
party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone. Or better yet ....cater it.

Here's a thought (since you obviously need one.)

Throw your own damned party, complete with stoneware and stemware, a band in the background, at the
local VFW [hall]. Spare no expense!

While you're at it, you can also cater it yourself, to get that exact menu you're dreaming of. Don't
forget the servers; they'll need to server h'or deurves, champagne/wine, and above all keep that
booze flowing. Spare no expense!

Send out formal invitations to all those cheapos you're annoyed with and show'em how a real man
throws a party. To make sure they understand the level of their depravity, include stamps with the
RSVP. Spare no expense!

They'll do the same thing to you, you've been doing on their dime; eat and drink you right into the
poor house. But dammit, at least they'll be thanking you for showing them the error of their ways!

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Merry Xmas

Yeah; merry frickin' xmas ya mule.

The Ranger

"BillKirch" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Quoted message said:

I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid

sausage

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weenies and tiny little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an
apartment that can hold 18. The bad taste people have

is

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unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap paper plates

that

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bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought

at

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the store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you

can't

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afford to throw a party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone.

Or

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better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

Well if you're so sick and tired of all of these horrible parties, why don't you just not
attend them?

BillKirch said:

I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies and tiny
little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment that can
hold 18.

It is never wise to go to a party or dinner for that matter on an empty stomach if you don't know
the host too well. You may not like or be able to eat the food or it may be slow or late in coming.

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The bad taste people have is unbelievable.

It is not bad taste but different taste. Once went to a BBQ and the only thing on the grill was
salmon. The host insisted I try some. After way, way, way too many beers, I was able to eat some and
say it was good. I hate salmon and all other fish because of taste, texture and smell.

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One bottle of wine.

Most parties are BYOB or BYOB assisted parties.

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No napkins,or ice,

The only thing worse than no ice is stale ice. I had this buddy that knew I loved ice but when I
went to his place I would aways say no ice. (Whenever I could I brought ice to help out.) His ice
was always stale and smelled and tasted like a fridge.

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cheap paper plates that bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap

If there was only one bottle of wine and little else in food for 30 people none of the plates should
be bending as there would be nothing on them...and the cups can neither be too small or too large if
there is no wine!

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Dip they bought at the store.

The advantage to store bought dip is that it wasn't likely made with unwashed hands and if you all
get sick you can sue the manufacturer as opposed to the host who probably has little or no money of
the kind lawyers are looking for.

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The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you can't afford to throw a party. And
if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone. Or better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

If you are going to thow a party, know your guests' likes and dislikes or ask. Be clear about
whether it is a BBQ type or a [censored] up type party or both. BYOF (food) or BYOB should be very clear.
Regardless about how much food or booze there is at a party, aren't parties about socializing and
food and drink often play a lesser role?

Why do people throw parties ..who can't

(BillKirch) I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies
and tiny little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment
that can hold 18. The bad taste people have is unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice,
cheap paper plates that bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought
at the store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you can't afford to throw
a party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone. Or better yet ...cater it. Merry Xmas
RESPONE: Actually Bill I agree with you on this issue. I only invite just a handful of ppl at any
giving time due to the size of my town home. Not having a large collection of china I do buy paper
plates, cups, forks, etc. through Gordon's foodservice warehouse, open to the public at low prices
but excellent quantity which comes in handy as most the couples have young children that come to my
gatherings. For napkins I buy those toilettes -pre-moisten- at Gordon's also. I don't have the
money to serve the more expensive food as I would like but I have a box full of comfort food
recipes I have printed out from the programs on tv and from this NG that am not ashame to serve and
everyone goes home satisfied even the children that I serve made up especially for them. All beef
skinless hot dog weenies with choice of dipping sauces and the package pasta of different shapes
for salads is always a big hit with them,I have a bag now shape like different colors christmas
trees, just add diced apples, homemade mayo,spices chill overnite.

(BillKirch) said:

I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies and tiny
little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment that can
hold 18. The bad taste people have is unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap
paper plates that bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought at the
store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you can't afford to throw a
party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone. Or better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

So what did you bring?

-sw

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Sounds like you need a new set of friends! (Don't call me.)

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Looks like a couple of you saw yourselves in my post. BG

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Well if you're so sick and tired of all of these horrible parties, why don't you just not
attend them?

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Social obligations. BG

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So what did you bring?

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It's take.

A 2 pound box of See's. BG

(Bill *Kvetch* SKirch/S) said:

Sumgai axsed:

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So what did you bring?

It's take.

No, it's bring... but then again you're by you're own addmission obviously a schnorrer (taker)...
only a professional schnorrer would complain about the quantity of refreshments served. Professional
schnorrer: one with the chutzpah to also steal the host's Zip-Locs... you're a goniff, Billy-Bob.

---= BOYCOTT FRENCH--GERMAN (belgium) =--- ---= Move UNITED NATIONS To Paris =--- Sheldon
```````````` "Life would be devoid of all meaning were it without tribulation."

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Quoted message said:

I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid

sausage

Quoted message said:

weenies and tiny little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an
apartment that can hold 18. The bad taste people have

is

Quoted message said:

unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap paper plates

that

Quoted message said:

bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought

at

Quoted message said:

the store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you

can't

Quoted message said:

afford to throw a party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone.

Or

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better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

Whew! Are you circulating in the wrong circles or what? Ever conceder dumping them red neck kin?

Dimitri

All the extras are what you bring out to cover up the inadequecies of the host.

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I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies and tiny
little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment that can
hold 18. The bad taste people have is unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap
paper plates that bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought at the
store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you can't afford to throw a
party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone. Or better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

You know what? Some of the complaints you have are shared by myself as well.

It's not that there isn't enough food/drink to go around...there isn't enough to go around for two
people, let alone 30, In my years of wedding consultation, it didn't matter what one served...be it
cake and punch or a 7 course meal....there should always be enough each person to have at least
something to eat/drink.

I'll defend the host's right to serve cocktail weenies and storebought dip as long as there was
enough to go around. Just don't eat it if it's not to your liking, but who knows, after some Blush
Wine out of the Box it might look tempting.

As another poster suggested, BYOB. Not sure if I agree or disagree with that. Depends on the host I
reckon. Some might not give it a second thought, others might be highly offended. You could start a
trend out there on the left coast, and wear a stylish water bottle caddy toting your own brand of
water. Heh! Think of the conversation that would ensue. "Distilled?" "No, Reverse Osmosis with a
dash of RNA." "Ah, I prefer the flavor and body of Glacier myself." "Oh no, far too many minerals
for my delicate system. I prefer ionized, purified and triple oxygenated." ...and so on.

Paper Plates....ah well, not my favorite, but there is an upside to them. If the food stinks you can
casually find a trash bin and discreetly shove the entire thing in it, without having to go to the
trouble of scraping a real plate and calling attention to oneself. Heh. Can you tell I attend my
MIL's parties and got my system down? If it doesn't come out of a freezer bag, can or box it doesn't
get served at one of her social events. *sigh*

As for inviting more than can be accomodated. Often the best laid plans go awry. Many holiday
parties are to be held like an Open House. You drop by, say hello, have a glass of cheer and go your
Merry Way. Sounds like everyone either showed up at the same time OR was having so much fun they
didn't want to leave. Bear in mind that the Host may have been as surprised and dismayed as
yourself, had already run out of food/bev/ice before you arrived and was doing the best he/she
could. Extenuating circumstances do have to be taken into consideration. That being said, don't be
the one to open the door to the deck/balcony!

Remember that some people consider a party nothing more than what it was in College....opening the
door to ones abode and letting it "happen" naturally.

Happy Horrordays, Ellen

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Quoted message said:

I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid

sausage

Quoted message said:

weenies and tiny little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an
apartment that can hold 18. The bad taste people have

is

Quoted message said:

unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap paper plates

that

Quoted message said:

bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought

at

Quoted message said:

the store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you

can't

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afford to throw a party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone.

Or

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better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

Back in the day, we'd spike the punch with acid so the room would seem bigger and even the stove top
stuffing tasted better.

I guess I'll cross you off the guest list; I DO know how to throw a party but, I sure as [censored] don't
wanna read a review of it here.

Jack Lysergic

Allow me to hijack this thread even before I've read the rest of the
responses to it and ask:

If you're going to a party given by a non-foodie or someone you know doesn't have the basics of
entertaining down, what can you bring that will be appreciated and will improve matters? I'm
thinking that any elaborate hot dish won't do the trick. It would have to be something relatively
simple, ample and appealing to people who don't eat well the rest of the time. Maybe a tray with
lots of fresh fruits all cut up beautifully, or a selection of home made dips? Or skip the food and
bring a guitar if you know how to play?

What, besides food, makes a great party? And what makes a bad one? I can imagine being in a bad mood
too if I'd attended a crowded party with bad food, a lot of people I didn't know and nothing in the
way of entertainment to help me break the ice.

For me, the problem wouldn't be with the food, it would be with my own difficulty in starting a
conversation. I'm great about introducing myself and saying something pleasant about the food or
asking someone to dance or asking normal questions about how people like living in the city we all
live in. But if the food is horrible, and it is too noisy and crowded to talk or dance, I run out of
conversation starters and can never get the volume right. (Do I yell because it is too noisy? That's
hard when I'm meeting someone for the first time. Do I try to run off to somewhere quieter? That's
not exactly easy with a new acquaintance either.) I find myself standing staring into space with a
soggy glass of lemonade and a potato chip. In other words, what do you do to improve a bad party
once you're there? (That's a serious, non-sarcastic question. I believe I'm fairly good at improving
situations but not great.)

--Lia

BillKirch said:

I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid sausage weenies and tiny
little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an apartment that can
hold 18. The bad taste people have is unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap
paper plates that bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought at the
store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you can't afford to throw a
party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone. Or better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

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I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid

sausage

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weenies and tiny little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an
apartment that can hold 18.

Maybe they're hinting for certain people not to attend. ;-)

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I'm tired of going to peoples homes for a party and seeing those stupid

sausage

Quoted message said:

weenies and tiny little cereal bowls of Guacamole enough for 4 people at a party for 30, in an
apartment that can hold 18. The bad taste people have

is

Quoted message said:

unbelievable. One bottle of wine. No napkins,or ice, cheap paper plates

that

Quoted message said:

bend and cups that are either too big or too small..cheap Dip they bought

at

Quoted message said:

the store. The list is unending. Here's a tip. DON'T throw a party if you

can't

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afford to throw a party. And if you do, get MORE than enough for everyone.

Or

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better yet ....cater it. Merry Xmas

Do you go to parties for the food or for the fun and camaraderie? Some of the best parties I ever
went to were real low budget affairs, and some of the dullest were gourmet extravaganzas.

--
Peter Aitken

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