unsinkable Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Who remembers our virtual cocktail & appetizer parties? This is the summertime version! I am bringing "The Sandwich" -- our unsinkable house specialty. :D marble rye dill dip raw spinach tomatoes havarti cheese turkey I'll also bring a frisbee. That's been popular here lately. Who's next? What'll ya bring? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 (edited) I'm bringing the cheescake brownies. You know, the ones that are creamy, gooey, and about 3 inches thick? And the volleyball net and ball. But it's the Monster Ball.:lol: Edited July 21, 2010 by Apryl H not enough caffiene yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'm bringing tortellini pasta salad and a platter of veggies and hummus. I'll also bring a croquet set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'm bringing spicy crackers (canola oil, crushed pepper, and powdered Ranch mix). Oh, and camping chairs, because I'm feeling lazy :p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwickimom Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Since I cannot cook, its just potato salad from me :D And a badminton set up, I used to rock that sport in high school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring the grilled corn on the cob and caprizi salad. I'll share my bug spray, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie in CA Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring sliced seedless watermelon, and I'll also bring some buckets and water balloons (and grocery bags so everyone can pick up the broken balloons when we're done). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 How about a nice garden salad? And an assortment of salad dressings because everyone likes a different kind :) If there's room off to the side and a water source, I'll bring the water rockets :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smrtmama Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring our favorite game for little kids, Hissss (from Gamewright, a great little specialty game company) and a great big dish of nanner puddin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I can bring a walnut/spinach/bleu cheese sprinkles/dried cranberry salad with balsamic vin dressing. Does that sound ok? :D I'll bring Taboo in case someone wants to go inside for a while! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 It's not a picnic without some iced sweet tea, so that's what I'm bringing. What about some horse shoes to toss? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simka2 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Fresh tomatoe, basil, and mozzarella salad here!!!! And sand toys for the littles :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Okay, we'll bring the meat too, roflol. And dh and barbeque it :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Robyn Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring a chickpea salad of chickpeas (of course) and chopped tomatoes, green peppers, onions, cucumbers, and a vinegar and oil dressing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam L. Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Okay, I will bring lots of suntan lotion to share with everyone. I will also bring a digital camera so we can upload pictures of all our friends:glare: And, since there are already so many wonderful salads, I will bring chocolate cream pie and homemade lemonade. See you there! Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'm a lousy cook, I'll bring the pony and her cart and give rides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'm a lousy cook, I'll bring the pony and her cart and give rides. Ok, I'll also bring some carrots and apples for the pony! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 My sister just introduced me to the wonders of the gin and tonic. So, I'll come after 5 and bring that! And, I'll bring a cabana boy to serve them. Will the pony still be there? My kids would love a ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newlifemom Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 My sister just introduced me to the wonders of the gin and tonic. So, I'll come after 5 and bring that! And, I'll bring a cabana boy to serve them. Will the pony still be there? My kids would love a ride. Sounds great! I'll bring some older kids to watch the younguns'. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 My sister just introduced me to the wonders of the gin and tonic. So, I'll come after 5 and bring that! And, I'll bring a cabana boy to serve them. I'll throw a few extra limes in my bag as I do love a good g & t when it's hot :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi @ Mt Hope Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Oh, please, may I join you?! I'll bring my most famous grape salad. Fresh grapes covered in a cream cheese/sour cream/sugar mixture and topped with candied pecans. I swear it is the yummiest stuff, evah! And I'll bring stuff for a game of backyard softball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I've got the makings for tacos and a few beach balls. Hey! Who hit me with the water balloon??? Was that you Julie? Thanks!!!! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 It's only 8:30 am here, but I have ham mini-muffins. Once I'm fully awake I might think of something else. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avila Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Ok, I will bring a Chocolate Chocolate Chip Bundt cake and some fresh strawberries and whipped cream. And maybe a croquet set. I could use a picnic. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Can I bring my plov and some sheep bones and teach your kids how to play some new games? I'll be sitting in the shade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring the Mike's and a four square ball. Warning: my kids are wicked players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runmiarun Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I've got gallons and gallons of fresh, homemade lemonade and a big tent with misters. Oh and here's the mosquito-eating machine somebody left on the beach. It really works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 :hurray: This is working out to be pretty great :party: My sister just introduced me to the wonders of the gin and tonic. So, I'll come after 5 and bring that! And, I'll bring a cabana boy to serve them. Will the pony still be there? My kids would love a ride. Sounds great! I'll bring some older kids to watch the younguns'. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nrg Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Homemade root beer, southwest bean salad, and hula hoops... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfcartmama Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring a seven layer dip, homemade salsa and chips! I'll also bring hockey sticks and puck for the kids to play street hockey and cornhole boards with beanbags for the adults! Fun, Fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbmom77 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 What fun! I'll bring a cooler full of IBC Root Beer and bottled water, and chips and dips. I don't feel like cooking or being healthy today. :001_smile: And some Cajun music in the CD player. Y'all bring some CDs and we'll get a mix going. ETA: I just saw nrg's homemade root beer. I'll have some of each for comparison. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meet me in paris Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I just made a banana chocolate chip bundt cake... I'll bring that and all the cardboard boxes that are still on our front porch from our move. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 If there are gonna be empty cardboard boxes, you know the kids aren't gonna play with anything else we brought! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 If there are gonna be empty cardboard boxes' date=' you know the kids aren't gonna play with anything else we brought! :lol:[/quote'] No kidding! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photo Ninja Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring cold watermelon, cantaloupe and berry kabobs along with bubbles - and lots of fun shaped bubble wands for huge bubbles and tiny bubbles and everything in between. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 (edited) My sister just introduced me to the wonders of the gin and tonic. So, I'll come after 5 and bring that! And, I'll bring a cabana boy to serve them. Will the pony still be there? My kids would love a ride. I'll be sitting near Jennifer! ;) I will bring an Israeli Couscous Salad with Asparagus, Peas, and Sugar Snap Peas; and Marinated Flank Steak for the grill. I will also bring a homemade peach pie and a berry crumble. Oh, and the card game SET. Edited July 21, 2010 by MariannNOVA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll be sitting near Jennifer! ;) I will bring an Israeli Couscous Salad with Asparagus, Peas, and Sugar Snap Peas; and Marinated Flank Steak for the grill. I will also bring a homemade peach pie and a berry crumble. Awesome!!! I was hoping you'd show up!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 (edited) Awesome!!! I was hoping you'd show up!!!! Why, thank you! Edited July 21, 2010 by MariannNOVA pictures won't paste Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenneinCA Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Chocolate Chip cookies here. They are so yummy! And Ticket to Ride. We can sit in the air conditioning and play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggieamy Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring some fruit salad and bocce ball. I'll warn you though - my DH is very good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaMa2005 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring my Fresh Apple Cake and the Frozen Margarita Machine. Between the gin and tonic and the margaritas, we will be having a high ole time! Anyone want to bring a designated driver? ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring my Fresh Apple Cake and the Frozen Margarita Machine. Between the gin and tonic and the margaritas, we will be having a high ole time! Anyone want to bring a designated driver? ;) Ask Jennifer if the cabana boy is old enough to drive.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring my Fresh Apple Cake and the Frozen Margarita Machine. Between the gin and tonic and the margaritas, we will be having a high ole time! Anyone want to bring a designated driver? ;) Oh - did I fail to mention? The cabana boy also drives a limo. He'll take us all home!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Ask Jennifer if the cabana boy is old enough to drive.:D Great minds think alike!!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Great minds think alike!!! LOL You're the BEST! :hurray: (I would post cute pictures, but for some reason, since my laptop came back to life, it won't let me do that :confused:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaillardia Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Is the cabana boy old enough to massage feet? I'll be near aggieamy because we love bocce ball. I'll bring more fruit salad, an enormous container of it. More frisbees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beach Mom Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'll bring lime bars because they are a great dessert with gin and tonics. I will also bring some homemade strawberry shortcake. For those that want to sit at the picnic table sipping their Mike's or Sweet Tea, I will bring my backgammon set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'm hot and tired. I 'll bring spears of iced jicama doused in lime juice and mild chili powder. Pardon me if I nap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 They wouldn't let my food through customs, but I paid excess baggage to bring our Kubb set. :) Rosie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted July 22, 2010 Share Posted July 22, 2010 I just want to say I don't know anyone outside the five of us that plays Hisss (we give this as a regular birthday present for preschoolers/early elem kids) or Ticket to Ride (dh and dd10 are fiends!). I think I love you guys and it isn't the gin and tonic talking :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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