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The Cold, Hard Truth: I Suck at Entertaining

Published April 17, 2023

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But it feels good to just admit it!

My very good friends, Bev and Jason, live less than ten blocks from me. Their apartment is my safe space. They are a comfort to me, and we’ve been through a lot together. Plus Bev is an amazing cook. That aside, they’re both really, really good at hosting.

Hosts do not get enough credit. Hosting even just one person is not an easy thing for me. Chances are that I’ll be fairly stressed the entire time: Does someone need more water? Do they need more alcohol? Are they comfortable in that chair? Should I feel bad that we don’t have a true dining room table? Are they tired of my kid talking about farts? Etc. When I finally do relax, chances are the night is about to come to an end.

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