Making up for lost time.

I didn't have too many tea parties when I was a little girl. I made a few mud pies in my day, but otherwise I was too busy playing with my brother's Tonka trucks in the backyard.

I've been to two "high tea" parties for bridal showers recently. I have to say, if I ever get married that's how I want my bridal shower to be. No loud music, no uncomfortable situations with barely-clad gyrating men half my age, no screaming women or flashy lights or hats. Absolutely no hats.

I do insist on having a side of bourbon with my tea, though.