Spice Up Your Parties

This month is my birthday month, and it is a big one! - Don't ask :) My youngest sister and my best friend were born in April also. I have been planning my birthday party, and trying to come up with some cool ideas.

I would love to have a cookout for a party. I prefer an open fire to cook hot dogs and marshmallows, but I like grilling out also. Another option is to have a variety of foods or maybe even a potluck. I don't think I will decorate, or I would have to use black balloons!

Those are some of the ideas I am considering. Do you have any ideas for a memorable birthday party? I was thinking about how to spice up parties.

Tips to Spice Up your Parties
1. Have a theme - It could be an occasion or location. For example, I have seen many interesting decorations for a luau or an island type party.

2. Have easy to prepare foods - You don't want to spend your time cooking while you should be partying!

3. Prepare as much of the food as possible before the event - For example, if you are having a fresh fruit or veggie tray, you can cut the items and arrange them on the tray early in the day before the party.

4. Play games at the party - Games aren't necessarily only for kids. You could play Jenga, Pictionary, charades, or many others.

5. Consider having music - It could be as simple as a radio/CD player. Or for a more fancy affair consider a DJ or a band.

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