Here's what I want from this party.

I actually *DON'T* want a huge rager/Colorado Cafe/"Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood!" party.
I'm in the mood to have a night that feels like we're having a few rounds at an old Irish pub, talking to new fascinating strangers.
Or we're schmoozing with old friends at a swinging, jazzy cocktail lounge party.

I just think we've had enough funny, unique instances at Rolf's or CC or around Watchung, hanging out with people, that we should try to converge all those fun times into one night (with a little sprinkling of Christmas magic).

There's no reason not to invite Argiris to the party. There's no reason not to invite Asterios to the party. There's no reason not to invite Argiris *and* Asterios to the party.

I see this as a chance to catch up with people we haven't spoken to in awhile/meet one or two new people worth keeping in contact with.
And I'm sure it will be a good release from work/school/etc. and a chance to hang out with co-workers/friends/school mates outside of a pressure situation. Hell, I haven't hung out with Kristina or Chris since the summer.

And... if I can be a little selfish here, I see this as my last hurrah on the east coast (for the time being at least).

Ohhhhh, and before I forget - we need to do something amazing for your parents for allowing us to do this.
And lastly, I'll definitely be there the next morning to help clean up.