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When attending holiday parties hosted by friends and loved ones, many of us really want to be “good” guests. It can seem obvious that, in order to really excel at the whole guest thing, we should be eager to help our hosts in the kitchen, with food and drink service, and with post-party cleanup. But anyone who has spent time meticulously planning an end-of-year soiree can tell you that well-meaning “helpers” can sometimes cause more trouble and stress for a host.
Respect the event’s start time and arrive within 10-15 minutes of the time on the invite. “If the invitation says 7:15 p.m., guests should arrive between 7:25 and 7:30. If you turn up early, the hosts may not yet be dressed or to take a 10-minute breather after last-minute preparations,” Windsor advised.What she's actually thinking:"Oh great, now I have to find a vase for these.
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