Preparing for a party is a serious matter.

One must consider the kinds of guests that will be attending.

Will so-and-so get along with what’s-her-face?

Didn’t they date?

Which should we invite?

Even trickier is coming up with the gimmick.

Is this a wine a cheese party?

A Twister-get-together?

Shall we whip out the fondue set?

How about Tupperware? Everybody loves Tupperware.

What will you do to get the word out?

How will people find your place?

Are there enough seats? Too many?

Do you want to encourage conversation, or keep the focus on the band/the mind-altering substances/the toffee we’re making/the Laser Tag MVP title winner?

Will there be food?

Will there be drinks?

Will people even show up?

Will the cops be forced to break it up?

Want to just get a pizza and watch a movie instead?