By Mary Hawker


So you are throwing a party at your place and you've coached your party hostess, there are quite a handful of people coming over soon, you need to gather those scattered wits, the dog wants a walk so he's trying to take a bite out of you and the pesky little baby has been screaming like a maniac. Help! Is there some tranquilizer lying around?

Hold your horses! You do not want to walk into your own home party looking stressed and out of sorts, do you know? So, what must you do in a situation like this? Follow these tried and tested pre-party suggestions to get you there in the best of shape.

1. Whatever directions your hostess has given you, reconfirm them and also search them out online. You should be well aware of the place you will be going to. Also, make a point of printing out reverse directions so that getting home isn't too much of a hassle.

2. Do not forget to pack up and ready your kit the night before the show or on the morning of it. If possible, have it stashed in your car already because these little steps will cut down amazingly on the last minute rush.

3. Do not make the mistake of waiting till the eleventh hour to pack your kit. Do it the before or on the morning of, your show and have it ready and waiting in the car to cut down on the last minute hassle. 


4. If you are a mother then cook two days' worth of meals on nights when you are not out working. Ask your spouse and/or oldest child to help out with the departure rush before you leave. If babysitters are needed for the kids then take the time to find at least two reliable sitters, because you never know when you might need to call for backup.

5. Music! Keep a CD of your favorite, upbeat numbers in the car so you can de-stress and relax on the way. This way you will arrive fresh and in a positive mood.

These pre-party preparations are to prep you up so get there with a great attitude and a big smile. This will double the guests' enjoyment and will undoubtedly make the home party an event to remember.




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