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Whenever finger lickin’ good ribs are involved, I find that it’s really easy to forget which part of the country you’re in.

Inspired after observing Cori and Aviva all summer, the czarinas of party planning, I decided to throw one myself to put everything I’ve learned from these two into practice. The evening was a success; it had all the makings of a classic summer barbecue and then some: ribs, watermelon, ice cream, booze, ambient lighting, and magic.

The food tasted delectable, but it was really the guests that made the night a great success. If I’ve learned anything thus far, it’s this:

Having friends of all ages makes life way more fun.

Yes, some of my peers do consider it strange that I have friends who were alive during the Cuban Missile Crisis or there to witness the rise and fall of Milli Vanilli, but if you stay strictly within your generational bracket, you’re totally missing out. I’m telling you, inter-generational is the way to go.  

Prosecco, magic shows, teddy bear sunflowers, and Molly Moon’s ice cream. These are also other indisputable ways to go. All resulting from having friends of all ages, of course. 

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*photos courtesy of Michael Kreis and his handy iPhone

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