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Berkley for a unique baby or bridal shower or any
special occasion with offsite catering available.

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Yad Ezra in Berkley to help
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Catering and Events in
Ann Arbor for exciting
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A. Ask for referrals from a friend.
B. Budget: What can I afford?
C. Checklist: caterer;
centerpieces; candle lighting
ceremony; cake; challah
D. Develop a plan of attack.
E. Enjoy the process; don't
stress out.
F. Frugal, yet still fabulous
G. Games; giveaways;
goody bags
H. Harmony
L Invitations
J. Justify your needs and
expenses; look at priorities
and don't forget to
compromise.
K. Kids don't forget to
consider what they want.
L. Location, Location, Location ...
is it convenient for you
and others?
M. Music: live vs. DJ?
N. Neighbors: Great for extra
freezer space, especially if
you are doing your own
baking, etc.
O. Open-minded yet
objective; everyone wants
things "their" way.
R Party planner ... consider
help from professional
event planners.
Q. Quiet time ... take a nap,
watch Oprah, smell the
flowers.
R. Research: Do your
homework.
, S. Solicit your friends and
relatives to help ... don't
be afraid to ask.
T. Theme: Do you have one?
U. Understand your
spouse and child's
point-of-view.
V. Voice your opinion, but
don't make it a
competition.
VV. Welcome your out-of-
toners. Remember, they
spent money to come to
your event.
X. X-Ray...put the spotlight on
the main reason for the party.
Y. You deserve a pat on the
back for getting it done!
Z. ZEN: Peace of mind
— Courtesy of Roz Keith
www.partypianningplus,com

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