Let's see... it started off with
Dalton is highly alergic to cats, so I had the backyard patio ready, with the patio table, chairs, and our new chiminea that we got for Xmas. I kept her company out on the back porch, until we were joined by
So, yeah, it was really, really nice; comfortable, without being crowded. Lots of friends, and a few new guests as well. Even though I was one of the hosts, it was relaxed enough that I could pretty much not have to play host the majority of the time -- people entertained themselves, fortunately. Oh, and the hugs, cudding, and kissyface were nice too!
So, once the inheritance comes in, I figure we'll do the same thing, only next time it will have a hot tub area, more effort on sorting out the music so that both the volume and type is specific to certain areas, a wireless network in the house, more chairs -- both inside and out, additional outside lighting, and a generally more plush living room area. It will cost a few thou, but that's the kind of place that I want... a comfortable, convenient, intimate, easy-to-maintain place with lots of ambiance, where I can feel comfortable having small gatherings of friends over more often.
After all, having friends over a few times in the same week is nice, but that shouldn't be some kind of record...