Party Thoughts

I've been thinking about this 50th birthday party, and why it seems to be so important to me, and I've concluded that this is THE party. The one party you have in your life that outshines all the rest and that is an anchor point for a lifetime of memories. It's my wedding reception, my graduation, my prom -- all of the parties I never had. It's also probably the last party I'll have. After this, I plan to pretty much ignore my birthdays (maybe I can find a way to age in reverse?). I just hope it goes off well, and that most of my friends can make it.