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Getting that high utility bill encourages me to plan more grilling, leaving the heat outside. Though really hot during the day, we get a little reprieve in the evening hours with some shade at dinner time. If you can handle the heat, then start the grill and invite some friends over for a summer picnic and barbecue.
After a break for our What Do You Think? Week, I return to our planning guide. In Part 1 of 5, we planned our menu and created a list of all items needed for our gathering. Today, we continue our planning guide by distributing the responsibilities.
Part 2: Distributing the Responsibilities
The idiom “many hands make light work” applies to events. After getting the details written down, I enlist the help of my guests. Usually our guests offer to bring a dish to contribute to the meal. With my menu planned, I can offer suggestions when asked, “What can I bring?”
Possible suggestions include:
- Beverages
- Breads (hamburger and hot dog buns)
- Dessert
- Side
- Paper products
- Condiments
By referring back to my master list, I can distribute responsibilities for items still needed on my list. In working together and distributing the responsibilities, we plan our summer picnic and barbeque together and share the work.
As you endure these hot summer days, entertaining friends is not only possible, but doable with a grill and a little planning. In using time wisely, we have chosen our menu and distributed the responsibilities for our summer picnic and barbecue.
Next week, we will create an inviting space to welcome our guests. Continue using time wisely while organizing your next gathering. Happy planning!
Question: How often do your guests ask, “What can I bring?”