My First Blog Party!

Ok, here goes… this is my 1st ever blog party (how exciting)!  It’s the Ultimate Blog Party 2010 hosted by 5 Minutes for Mom and is running from April 9- 16th.

So what makes a great party?

1. Friends & Family (can’t really have a party by yourself)
2. Food (hungry guests are cranky guests)
3. Music, Games, or Entertainment (no one wants to stand around twiddling their thumbs)

If you’re throwing a party at your house I think a comfortable number of guests is 6-8 (but in the case of the UBP- the more the merrier).  You always want to have an even number so that for games noone is left out.  Party food should include lots of finger foods (preferably non-greasy)- chips n dip, fruit tray, nuts, meat n cheese.  And don’t forget some sweets also- brownies, m&m’s, cookies, etc.  And of course, you need an assortment of beverages, everything from water & pop to beer & liquor… or just make it BYOB.  Some of my favorite party games are Guesstures, Scene it?, & Guitar Hero.  Also love playing cards- euchre, spades, & cribbage.

Hmm, all this talk about party necessities is making we want to throw a party at my house… have to talk to the hubby about that one.  Have a great day everyone & hope you enjoy the Ultimate Blog Party 2010!

Oh, and I would love to have any of the prizes available, but here’s my top picks:
USC 3-$50 Target gift card by Peggy Gorman
USC 39- $50 Paypal cash prize by MomDot
USC 15- $50 Target gift card by Haley Quarles
#39- Be My Guest Cert. ($250 value) 2 night stay for a family of 4 at any Hilton Garden Inn
#113- $25 Walmart Gift Card by Susan Stahley
32- $25 Target Gift Card by The Frugal Novice
49- $25 Starbucks Gift Card by Janice Yurek
51- Lillebaby Everywear Carrier by Scandanavian Child
77- Baby Banz Sunglasses & UV Sun Hat w/ sunscreen by Baby Banz Inc.