Hey there, fabulous readers!

Tina here, back at it with another slice of life, served up with a side of giggles. So, I was daydreaming the other day—and you know how dangerous that can be!—about hosting an ultra-fantasy dinner where the guest list is truly off the chain. Imagine, if you could invite anyone and they had to show up, who would be at your table?

Now, before I launch into my wild imagination, let’s get real for a second. Sure, inviting Oprah and Harry Styles sounds like a blast, but deep down, we all know who truly makes our hearts do a happy dance. For me, it’s the usual suspects: my better half and our dynamic duo (a.k.a. my son and daughter).

Cue the record scratch! I know, predictable, right? But think about it. Who else would argue over who gets the last dinner roll or try to sneakily feed their spinach to the dog when they think I’m not looking? There’s a certain charm in the chaos that’s irreplaceable. Plus, I need someone to laugh at my jokes (even the bad ones), and nothing ensures laughter like family who fears you’ll withhold dessert.

Let’s break it down like a well-scripted family sitcom:

The Better Half – The go-to for opening stubborn pickle jars and bringing back sanity when the WiFi crashes. No dinner party is complete without someone to discuss the latest Netflix binge with, and who better than the person you argue with over which show to watch next?

The Son – Our very own human soundboard. His uncanny ability to insert sound effects into every conversation makes even the dullest dinner chat sound like an action film. And let’s not forget his inventiveness when it comes to creating unidentifiable casserole combinations. Who else can turn mac and cheese into a science project?

The Daughter – Every dinner party needs a fashion critic, a mood ring, and a mini powerhouse all bundled into one. Her wardrobe advice is precise and unasked for, and her roll of the eyes at my corny jokes says, “Mom, I tolerate you, and that’s love.” Plus, she ensures the meals are Instagram-ready, because if you didn’t post it, did it really happen?

So, yeah, while hobnobbing with historical icons and celebrities sounds glamorous, I’m more about that in-the-moment magic. Those everyday bursts of joy—and yes, even the occasional food fight—that make dinner with these three my number one choice. Plus, somebody has to keep the dog from getting too spoiled, right?

So who would you invite to your ultimate dinner party? Let me know in the comments—I’m all ears, and who knows, maybe you’ll inspire our next family game night guest list!

Until next time, keep dreaming, laughing, and sneaking those veggies to the dog when no one’s looking.

XO,
Tina