Pickle Party Christmas!

Our Open House Christmas Party was last Friday night.

People came and went throughout the evening, all told we had 52 awesome guests!

As usual for us, we forgot to take pictures during the actual festivities but my wonderful daughter did think to snap a few at one point during the evening.

I was so excited about the prospect of having a party and I was even happier with the way it all turned-out.

We ate, drank and were merry!

I almost have my husband convinced to make this
an annual event!

My husband took lots of preparation photos!

I don't know why I look so unhappy here...just too much on my mind I guess!

3 crockpots going!

The "shameless promotion" area.

I haven't finished the stairs...sadness

Man does not live by bread alone

Luminaries led the way

Honey, they're here!

The young adults got the best seats in the house!

Kelly and Alex were appointed my official minglers and mixers...you see where they are though! LOL 

Actually they were very helpful, Kelly mixed up some delicious cranberry margaritas

and Alex answered the door a lot!

Becca and John were likewise appointed...music and mingling!

The powder room got a work-out! And of course nothing goes off without a hitch...the toilet had gotten a little loose in the floor in here and would bang against the back wall.

(we need a new one)

I asked hubby to try and tighten it the night before the "big" event. Of course it sprung a leak!

Needless to say guests were greeted by a towel and bowl on the floor.

I just love it when a plan comes together! Merry Christmas everyone, party at my house next year!

Dena