Throw a birthday party - invite your friends

I was honored to receive an invitation in my email inbox for a friend's 40th birthday party. Then when I got there, it was the best experience ever. Friend said in lieu of gifts for the birthday, donate to a run team he was participating in to raise money for charity.

He invited all sorts of friends from different part of his life, brought them together for an evening of fun, and asked them to contribute to his team. Plus, did I mention that on top of quality company... look at the food!

It was the best idea ever. Throw a party, invite your friends, give to charity, and eat good food. Amazing.

Plate of delicious Lebanese food!

An amazing dessert table. YUM!