A Busy Mom's Guide to Entertaining, (Paperback)

When my children were young, diapers, deadlines and housekeeping kept me from inviting people over, until I discovered simple, elegant ways to entertain without breaking my piggy bank, or my sanity. Despite busy work schedules and children's activities, it is possible to host an easy dinner party or an outdoor barbecue. A Busy Mom's Guide to Entertaining will provide you with suggestions on how to host gatherings both large and small while juggling the demands of motherhood. Simmering in these pages, you will find tips on what to keep in your pantry, best places to host children's birthday parties, setting up the guest bedroom, hosting ladies themed parties, outdoor living entertaining, brunches, entertaining house guests, and many more. The recipes in this book are delicious and easy to assemble...music to any busy mom's ears. So, set down your diaper bag and grab your spatula, it's time to start entertaining. No matter how simple or formal the event, your guests will enjoy the opportunity to spend time with you and your children. The friendships cultivated by inviting people over to your house will be immeasurable and long lasting.