55th Annual Delaware Show

THE KEY IS YOU. Put every bit of yourself in the details, and they will be noticed and appreciated. It is your party. KNOWYOUR STRENGTHS. Do what you are good at, and, if you can, hire other people to do the rest. SENDING THE INVITATION. If you have the benefit of time, mail an invitation. If you are not inclined to paper, then make phone calls and follow up with reminder notes, paper or digital. Another way is PaperlessPost.com. Select your own method. All are acceptable today for informal occasions; formal dinners and events require printed invitations. RELAX. The key to giving your guests the signal that you are having a good time is to relax and savor the company and the atmosphere. NOCHEATING. Two things you cannot cheat on: food and flowers. I might also add wine, if it is to be included. Rule of thumb, buy the best you can afford. HELP! If you need to hire waiters, make sure you have enough and take time to familiarize them with your home so they can function without bothering you. — 20 —