Formal Dinner Coming Up, Nervous As A Cat

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@HazySue (39265)
Gouverneur, New York
August 13, 2017 11:28am CST
Next Sunday, a week from today, I will be having an important dinner party. There will be six guests and I want to make it special both with food and atmosphere. It has been a few years since I have had a more formal meal, I usually have been having casual get togethers. So I am out of practice. I have two people besides myself with special diet so I am looking for tempting foods to appeal to all and still fit into the diets. I am sure it will come together and we will have a wonderful time but this week ahead of me will be tense. I am a nervous wreck. I suppose as I nail down all the details I will relax. When is the last time you had a more formal dinner with guests?
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Vicki, #1 Creek Girl
@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
13 Aug 17
I think it was many years ago! I'd rather enjoy a casual meal, but I'm sure your dinner party will be fabulous. Sometimes the planning of something special is as nice as the event itself! Let us know how it goes.
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Vicki, #1 Creek Girl
@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
13 Aug 17
@HazySue Relax, enjoy your company, you'll be fine.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
It has been quite a few years since I have even been to a more formal dinner let alone give one. I am all for the casual.
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Lenore Plassman
@sallypup (69176)
• Centralia, Washington
13 Aug 17
I don't remember the last formal time we had with guests. I do have gorgeous china and teacups etc. for a formal, lavish tea. We used to have tea out in the garden but haven't done that in a very long time.
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Lenore Plassman
@sallypup (69176)
• Centralia, Washington
13 Aug 17
@HazySue Tea time just begs the participant to slow down; the floral delicate cups with tea and sometimes mint, just slow down, enjoy the moment.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
@sallypup It seems so Victorian. I love that it is generally held in a garden.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
I would love to have a tea in the garden, it sounds like fun. I haven't heard much about formal dinners lately.
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celticeagle
@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
13 Aug 17
They are all your friends aren't they? I wouldn't worry so much and just enjoy the process. Things will work out. It's not as if it were your first time. I haven't had a formal dinner in ages. Don't recall really.
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celticeagle
@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
13 Aug 17
@HazySue .....Oh, that makes a difference. I'm sure you will pull it off without a hitch.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
It isn't he first time but so long and it is business. I don't really know them, they are more acquaintances.
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rebelann1949
@rebelann (117224)
• El Paso, Texas
13 Aug 17
Mom would do those kinds of dinners but I never have, I'm not much for formality, I'd rather be comfortable.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
I would rather have it casual but it is business.
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rebelann1949
@rebelann (117224)
• El Paso, Texas
13 Aug 17
Ohhh, @HazySue to me those are never fun. I'm so glad I don't have to worry about working anymore.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
@rebelann I feel pretty much the same way
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Courtney
@Courtlynn (67089)
• United States
13 Aug 17
Never had a formal dinner. Just people here to eat.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
I like the casual get togethers. I wish I didn't have this hanging over my head.
Courtney
@Courtlynn (67089)
• United States
13 Aug 17
@HazySue im sure itll be great though.
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Sai
@vsai2008 (11794)
• India
13 Aug 17
I can't think of anything like it, but I hope yours goes well :) Did you decide on the menu?
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
I will in the next couple of days. I will be combing the internet for ideas.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
15 Aug 17
@vsai2008 I will
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Sai
@vsai2008 (11794)
• India
14 Aug 17
@HazySue Keep us posted :)
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Amber
@AmbiePam (120732)
• United States
13 Aug 17
That is so considerate to keep in mind what everyone can or cannot eat. A lot of people wouldn't care. I can't remember the last time I hosted a formal dinner with guests. Come to think of it, I can't remember the last time I attended a formal dinner. It has to be a couple of years ago.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
It's been quite a bit of time for me. I think that I would rather have them be able to eat what I serve, If they didn't I might get my feelings hurt.
Toni
@toniganzon (77137)
• Philippines
13 Aug 17
We don't usually invite anybody in our home for dinner. We usually go out and have dinner at a hotel when it's a formal one. I'm sure everything will turn out perfect!
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
It will take some work and preparation but I will figure out a menu that will suit everyone.
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prashu
@prashu228 (37518)
• India
14 Aug 17
I don't remember. Usually I don't go out for dinner s
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
15 Aug 17
It's a dinner with all the finery and a few courses to the meal.
Oshy
@TiarasOceanView (70020)
• United States
13 Aug 17
Oh so sorry you are so nervous..dinner parties are fun. I used to do those a good many years ago for friends on Sundays. Good luck and I am sure it will turn out lovely for all.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
I don't mind going to them I am just nervous because I have not given one in years.
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DianneN
@DianneN (254926)
• United States
13 Aug 17
Lol! I just had one Friday night!
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DianneN
@DianneN (254926)
• United States
14 Aug 17
@HazySue Yes! Just prepare as best you could. Everyone always has fun being together, no matter what.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
I read the post. It sounds lie you all had a wonderful time.
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Angie
@andriaperry (118793)
• Anniston, Alabama
13 Aug 17
Its been a few years.
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Susan
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
13 Aug 17
It has been a long time for me for sure.