Graduation Parties Do’s and Don’t’s
1. Don’t panic. Everything will be alright. just take a deep breath, you can do this. Where do you start, you may ask. How about invitations. You know, little pieces of paper you get in the mail, inviting you to an event of some kind.
Do make your invitations special. You’re not just anyone, you’re you, and your invitations should show it. If you can’t hire a professional, how about doing it yourself? Add glitter, or stickers, or whatever you like, to make your invitations truly unique.
Do decide who to invite. Don’t just say hey; I’m having a party, everyone come. Make a list, do it right. [Parents, if you’re out there, make sure they invite older friends, as well as blood kin and other people they ought to.] That way, you know approx, how many people will be there.
Do find a place to have it. If the weather’s nice, why not have it at a local park. Everyone loves a party in the park, and hey, who’s up for a game of football, baseball, or whatever else you can get your hands on. [How about, keep the ball away from your kid brother, eh?]
Do have games planned. Not all games are for little kids you know, so have some games. Something real shout out; something challanging that everyone can enjoy. Don’t settle for the bump on the log look, get out there!
Don’t ever have drugs or alcohol as party starters! Ever, ever, ever! Drugs are just plain bad judgement, and drinking’s not much better. If you don’t believe me, consult your local newspaper any given Sunday, and see if it isn’t true.
“Hey!” you might shout. “How can we have fun without Those things?” For one thing, drugs and alcohol are not fun. They are not for thrills. And really, is it worth going to jail over?
Do have music. Music should be something everyone can enjoy, so choose wisely! Maybe if you have a kareokee machine, you could try that too. It’s entertaining, just ask Simon Cowl.
Do have food. Food is a must for every party. If you don’t think you can handle it, just put on the invitation, bring a covered dish, or have a picnic where everyone brings their own lunch. It’s not only fun, people get to eat what they want, what more can you ask for?
Do have cake. Cake is the life of a party, right? Have cake, it’s fun, and you can make a great mess with it! Now, I’m not a baker, so I don’t suggest making your own cake, but you could. What I’d do is run down to the local mega-mart, have them personalize it for me, and be out of there in about twenty minutes. Who can ask for more than a chocolate sheet cake with white roses and flaming battons with my name on it??! [If you don’t like mega-marts, there are professional cake makers out there, just look in the phone book.]
Don’t try to do everything yourself! Delegate a little, it’s your party, have fun!
Do have party favors. You know, those cute little key chains, or whistlers, or whatever else. They’re fun! Plus, every craft store in existance has at least a few, so it’s easy!
Don’t Panic!Even if you have a major catastrophe [you brother puts his face in the cake, your guests end up in the wrong place, your mother won’t stop nagging] Remember, the show must go on!
You’ll survive graduation, and hopefully with these tips, have a great, and safe, graduation party!
