Fiesta! The Ultimate Blog Party
Today’s the day – the sun is shining, the tank is clean… 
Actually, the house is only moderately clean, which is what makes a party held on the internet such a great idea! My blog always looks nice – thanks to Ron and Andrea, the wonderful folks who run Homeschool Journal – so I don’t have to do any last-minute clean-ups like I would if you were actually coming to my house.
So, what makes a great party? Music, food, conversation, right? As I was pondering what to write for my “party post,” I realized that the kinds of parties I enjoy really demonstrate that I have a split – or multiple – personality. And I know my blog readers are all of various tastes and persuasions. So I decided to have party “stations” – kind of like kindergarten for grownups. (I will also try not to begin any more sentences with “and” or “so”.)
Football blow-out!
At our first stop, you will find a table laden with Pepsi, tortilla chips and guacamole, seven-layer dip, hot wings and all those really unhealthy fun finger foods.
We can watch my tape of the Super Bowl, talk about the Seahawks season, and I might even let you dish on your team of choice.
Music will be all-American faves such as Toby Keith, Tim McGraw and Alan Jackson.
Friends and Family Game Night
Next stop, game night. The table will be covered with potluck dishes – so whatever you feel like bringing! We’ll play Cranium, Family Fun, Pictionary, and Outburst. The kids can join in or run around in the basement or overdose on GameBoy. No music – there’s so much noise and laughter we wouldn’t be able to hear it!
Book Club Soiree
Things quiet down some at this station. We’ve got bread and cheese and good wine. The CD player is set to rotate Josh Groban, Kate Rusby, and George Winston. And we’ll talk about books, books, books, books, and more books.
Girls’ Night Out
Food of choice: Chocolate, of course! We could watch (and sigh over) Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy or Hugh Jackman in – well anything! – and then gab the night away.
Play Date
Coffee (or tea) and delicious scones – graciously provided by my friend, Michelle, because I’m not much of a baker. We’ll watch and listen to the kids play while we talk about homeschooling, our faith, church, and anything and everything that comes to mind. For music, hmmm… how about Chris Rice, Casting Crowns, and Jeremy Camp.
Now, if I did things right, all of the above links should take you to previous posts in my blog that will give you an idea of what my blog is all about, and what I’m like. I hope you enjoyed the party!
If you want to participate in The Ultimate Blog Party, click on over to 5 Minutes for Mom. Janice and Susan are graciously hosting this week-long blog-extravaganza! You’ll find details on winning prizes, and a long list of other blog party participants for you to visit and get to know. Have fun!
I’m party hopping and just found your blog. It’s beautiful!
Laura Christianson
March 2nd, 2007 at 12:40 pmExploring Adoption blog
Another party hopper here! I love meeting other readers so I’m exploring your books sections.
Kristin
March 2nd, 2007 at 2:33 pmLOL on the kindergarten for grownups! Okay, I’ll skip station numero uno (might drop hubby off there, though), but I’ll have to stay a few at two through five.
What a happenin’ place!
So nice to meet you!
March 2nd, 2007 at 2:35 pmYour party is awesome, Carrie! What a wonderful hostess you are! It is evident that you thought about your guests. *Hugs-a-bunch*
Now, where’s that Alka-Seltzer…
March 2nd, 2007 at 5:07 pmYou my kind of gal, football, books, girls night out…LOVE IT!! Thanks for the invitation, it was nice visiting with you.
March 2nd, 2007 at 6:16 pmWhat a great party post! Hope you get lots of visitors.
March 2nd, 2007 at 11:55 pmLovely blog and wonderful party you have going here! Thanks for having us all over.
March 3rd, 2007 at 1:10 amHi and thanks for your comment on my blog for the party. I hope you picked up some lollies while you were visiting! : ) Thanks for your comment about my daughter, she’s full of personality! Anyway, feel free to visit my blog in the land down under any time!
March 3rd, 2007 at 2:47 amThanks for stopping by Duct Taped Halo!
March 3rd, 2007 at 3:05 amHappy Blog Party Week!
Count me in for the games! I love games. Thanks for visiting my party as well!
March 3rd, 2007 at 8:45 amI’m a party hopper as well and I wanted to say Hi. I love your blog, very funny.
March 3rd, 2007 at 1:37 pmSwinging in for the Ultimate blog party. Nice to meet ya.
PARTY ON!!!
My first party favor giveaway has begun. Come over when ya get a chance.
March 4th, 2007 at 9:47 amWelcome, welcome, everyone! Thanks for stopping by!
March 4th, 2007 at 2:21 pmVery nice to meet you, Carrie. You sure read a lot
I love to read, but for some reason I don’t find the time…
Thank you for sharing a little about you…
Blessings to your week ahead.
March 4th, 2007 at 6:04 pmThanks for stopping by my blog. I’m hoping to have more time soon to get back to some good books. Have a great week!
March 4th, 2007 at 8:05 pmCarrie, Thanks for stopping by and commenting at my place. My weekend was soooo full, there wasn’t any time for Blog Party hoppin’ :/.
Your template is soooo cheerful, I LOVE gingham.
If I’m not mistaken, you like to read…ha! I’m giving away books at my site to people who comment to old posts of mine and who subscribe to me via Bloglines (so they’ll remember to come back if they like my blog…). I’m afraid you might have too many to add another! Whew! You are prolific, girl!
March 5th, 2007 at 8:46 amThanks for the friends and family party. I really enjoyed it. Happy Partying!
March 5th, 2007 at 9:58 amHi nice to meet you
March 5th, 2007 at 6:35 pmI think I’ll check out the Book Club Soiree – I love books and the Play Date sounds just like the playgroup I attended this morning with my 15 month old and which we both love. Blessings
Just popping in for the party. I love your blog theme. We’re very bookish too; I’m a professional literacy “pusher”, LOL!
Please come visit me. I have fun exploding bubbles! Look for my Party post!
March 9th, 2007 at 1:01 pmHello! What a grand party you have thrown here! I love the stations =)
March 9th, 2007 at 2:41 pmI’m sure I will be back again soon!