Married to a wonderful man since 1986. Three kids in college. I like to host coctail parties, but the real eason is so I can make all of the appetizers and finger foods. I also cater events for friends and family. I cater about 10 events a year. I host Thanksgiving and Christmas for about 24 friends and family each year. I make about twenty different types of Christmas Cookies that were hand me down recipes from my Mother In Law whom I adore. I would say my parties are my triumph. People come for the food, dancing and friendship. I CAN NOT MAKE GRAVY! Please send help!