My little sister is getting married next year so she's planning everything and making sure that what she does is exactly like what everyone else did. This means having a bridesmaids luncheon at The Club, which has a nice view, but you must check your taste buds at the door. I'm big on good food, so I would want for people to experience culinary delight at any event that is in my honor. (If it is boring, people can at least say, "That was some GOOD food!!") If it makes her happy though; heck, it's just a luncheon.

Another thing I've noticed about wedding traditions lately is that one is expected to spend an ENTIRE weekend at a bachelorette party. My other sister got married 8 years ago and the typical thing to do was go out to the bars for an evening. My sorority sisters have also requested this weekend-long bachelorette event at a city selected for its liberal libations and other less-than-savory activities.

Anyhow, a full weekend of doing nothing but drinking with a group of women (about ten years my junior) does not appeal to me. Maybe it would to some of you guys. ;) I can be a good sport for a bachelorette party for a few hours, max. I hope my sister isn't too ticked off at me for declining this one. If she is, then perhaps she will enjoy my choice of bachelorette party, which involves a three-day bike tour in the mountains. Hehehehehe. Horrors! I am so WEIRD!