Celebrate good times and good people

To celebrate good times and good people is always a worthwhile endeavor. Bringing people together for a positive event has a positive ripple effect since good times create good memories, connections, and mentoring too. When we celebrate good people and good times, we provide an example of who to be or what to do in life.

My entire life, I've been invited to celebrate many good people and many good times. That built a strong foundation with regard to a loving family and good traditions--traditions we continue today.

What's important with regard to celebrations like this?

A welcoming home, good food and drinks, music, and happy hospitality. When possible, it is also positive to add a shared event such as a hike, game, cultural event, or contest to bring people together. That's not always possible with large groups of people coming from many different places and representing many different ages.

Today's celebration includes an Italian luncheon of lasagna, macaroni and cheese, eggplant parmesan, stuff shells, antipasto, bread, a birthday cake and ice cream. The appetizers include cheese and crackers, grapes, pretzels, nuts, and some special dips. There are multiple soft drinks, wine, beer, seltzers, and coffee for drinks.

In only a few hours, the guests will be here to celebrate Dad's 90th birthday. Hopefully it will be a good time for all. Onward.