The "Once in a while Christmas Party" list.

1. Brab surprising us with her party announcement...everyone scrambling to find ornaments and/or doodads.
2. Al C. (after a few too many) asking "is this gonna make the list?"
3. Jane saying he's had too many and Sam stating the problem is he hasn't had enough.
4. Adam and Lee Lee's engagement announcement.
5. Lee Lee's size 4 1/2 ring.
6. "Light nights."
7. Sly Jake "forcing" me to steal from ATripp in the ornament grab bag.
8. The bird and Ariel proudly displaying it on her head.
9. Ariel stepping front and center for pictures.
10. Paulie leaving the party to go dancing.
11. Reggie.
12. Lulu.
13. The answer to the candy game question...Butternut.
14. Ornament crafts.
15. Brab, the kids and UNO.
16. Jane...the last to leave again...
17. ...going back because she forgot her shoes...
18. ...returning the next day because she forgot her nut cups and kolackys...
19. ...enjoying leftover appetizers and desserts :)
20. Thanks Barb and Al for reminding us why we love your Christmas parties.