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Old 03-21-2012, 11:01 AM
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SoaringSpirits
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: California
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I live in the wine country and can relate about social gatherings hinging on alcohol!

Use your best conversation skills by asking them lots of questions about themselves, their backgrounds, where they grew up, education, etc. Have a real conversation! As a backup plan a few activities like card games, board game, or darts (this is a great party game).

Food that's kind of fun to make and eat can be good. My favorite is cheese fondue for dinner, with chocolate fondue for dessert.

I used to entertain a lot and would write up a basic 'schedule of events' for a dinner and then try to keep things moving if it got a little slow, ie, if things slow down or conversations lulls, have your backup stuff like games, a walk, a tour of your property, etc to keep it lively.

Have fun. Life is good even without alcohol!
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