Mithalwen, I feel so honored... I am most certainly the youngest to grace your table, and with the exception of Mister Meriadoc, probably the shortest.
I really feel that I must plan a few parties now, because,
Fordim, it's just so much fun. My next party is a formal affair.
Galadriel has snagged a seat at the head of the table, as I have no inclination to sit there. I would much prefer to be surrounded by my guests than leading them. She is on the list because I think she would have rather interesting tales to tell of the "good ol' days". Her beauty would grace the entire gathering, as well as her kindness.
Partnering the Queen of the Golden Wood for the night would be her grandson-in-law,
Aragorn, or rather, Elessar. They could quite nicely keep each other occupied with news of the family, and discussion of their royal issues.
Next on my list is
Faramir, Steward of Gondor. I told you it was formal... all this high company, oh my!
Faramir gets a place because he's just so nice and I really like him.
Partnering Faramir for this dinner is
Mithalwen, because I think they would rather enjoy each other's company.
Lush gets a place this evening, because I rather imagine that she would enjoy having the excuse to wear a pretty dress. Also, and more importantly, I'd love a chance to talk with her.
Finishing off the table is
the phantom, because he just looks so darned good in a tux. On a more serious note, he is invited because of his ability to comfortably fit in with (or conversely, annoy
) any group of people.
I've chosen no dinner partner for myself because of my lack of hostessing experience. I would rather be able to run off and take care of any potential problems than keep a dinner date occupied.
Dinner this evening is relatively simple, with the main course being grilled chicken and vegetables in white wine, served over linguine. I feel the urge to incorporate cooked pineapple somewhere, and so I really must insist on a sweet and sour dish of
something. Since I've remembered a seafood item that I do not hate, I plan to serve scallops, seared over an open fire and presented with a lemon-butter sauce. Sadly, I cannot eat them, but that doesn't mean you can't! Dessert will be fresh fruit, as I cannot think of a single thing better.
My next party is already in the works...
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