Mercnbeth
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Having attended, and hosted, a private home party or two in my time, I can't say I ever saw or read any formal "rules". It takes a personal invitation to get invited to a private home party. A personal invitation requires some knowledge of the person. Courtesy and "adult" behavior, along with personal responsibility are expected. Adult in quotes, because people can expect "adult" beverages, "adult" activity, and some "adult" movies may be shown on video media. The personal aspect of the invitation usually makes those coming know what to expect. The one "rule" usually inquired about most is smoking and if it is allowed where, in CA the question of "what" also is in play per the host's discretion. That's about the only thing any host should be concerned. If the host needs to publish and get a signature on "house rules" he/she should think again about having a party and/or who is invited. Specific activities that involve any fluids or wax or anything that have the potential of making a "mess" should be referred to the host. The factors of "Adult", "personal responsibility", and "courtesy" once again being expected. From experience a "mess" is more likely to occur from a spilled drink that wasn't planned, than a wax scene that was. We're hosting a party next month. There won't be any written "rules" published but beth will greet all with the house rule - "HAVE FUN!" I'll play the "enforcer" role. Oh and there is one other. Following my pool man's advice - No bathing suits allowed in the pool or jacuzzi because the dye in bathing suits is very bad for the filter and heater. PS - I, for one, am looking forward to the completion of your dissertation paper.
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