That 70's Party

We just returned from a birthday party that my friends Mary and Lee, and Holly and Gary, put on for me. The theme of the party was the 1970's. Ah...those carefree days of Pong, Wacky Pack trading cards, and the Brady Bunch.

An epicurean feast of Kraft macaroni & cheese and Manwiches was spread out before us. We dabbled in fondue, drank Orange Crush and Coke in a bottle, and shared childhood memories. (At least those of us old enough to have 70's memories did!)

I introduced Gary and Brian to one of my all-time favorite games -- Super Toe. You know, the game where the object is to make field goals from varying distances by slamming the little blue kicker-guy in the head.

But by far, the two highlights of the evening were the 70's Jeopardy game and the monster throwback candy bucket. Mary toiled for hours putting together a homemade Jeopardy game with all the questions dealing with people and events from the 70's. We played in teams, and the unstoppable duo of Gary and I emerged triumphant.

Before Jeopardy, Holly and Gary presented me with a huge movie theatre popcorn bucket overflowing with candy from the 70's. Bottle Caps, Wax Lips, Pixi Sticks, Smarties, Atomic Fireballs, Candy Cigarettes...and the list goes on. It was awesome. A huge rush of childhood memories, coupled with a huge sugar rush. Can't beat it!

A great evening with great friends. Long live the 70's!