{"id":1774,"date":"2016-10-18T14:45:25","date_gmt":"2016-10-18T14:45:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.redmasque.co.uk\/news\/?p=1774"},"modified":"2016-10-03T14:49:58","modified_gmt":"2016-10-03T14:49:58","slug":"remember-the-good-old-days","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redmasque.co.uk\/news\/remember-the-good-old-days\/","title":{"rendered":"Remember the good old days"},"content":{"rendered":"

Someone special in your life is about to turn 80 years old or even 90. It\u2019s a milestone! They\u2019ve lived a long life and you\u2019re ready to celebrate. Here are a few party ideas<\/a> to make your loved one\u2019s birthday special.<\/p>\n

Know the difference between surprising and startling.<\/p>\n

Many older people like quiet, calm surroundings. It\u2019s very sweet to throw them a surprise party, but you don\u2019t want to alarm them. Instead of leaping out from behind furniture and shouting \u201cSURPRISE!\u201d just assemble the guests in a room with balloons and party hats. The surprise will speak for itself.<\/p>\n

Select your guest list carefully.<\/p>\n

You know your loved one best. Would they prefer a small, intimate gathering of close family and friends, or a big surprise party with extended family? Make sure the guest list works well with the environment they favour.<\/p>\n

Opt for daytime over the evening.<\/p>\n

Chances are, at the age of 80\/90, they\u2019re early to bed, early to rise. You don\u2019t want to plan a party for them in the evening hours when they may be tired or not up for it. Instead, opt for a midday party or luncheon. That way, they\u2019ll have plenty of energy to keep up with their guests!<\/p>\n

Get sentimental.<\/p>\n

One of the most important things you can give someone for their 80th\/90th birthday is your appreciation for the memories shared. Collect photos from other family members and friends to create a slideshow. Pair it with a beautiful song and you\u2019ve got yourself an unforgettable birthday gift. Just don\u2019t forget the tissues!<\/p>\n

Take photos.<\/p>\n

This is a big moment in your loved one\u2019s life and you\u2019ll want to look back on it someday. This is a great opportunity to get a photo of multiple generations if you have extended family present. Ask your Photographer for advice on staging your photos and make sure to get some candid shots as well!<\/p>\n

Celebrate with a custom cake.<\/p>\n

This is a special birthday! Ask your Cake Decorator to create a cake that celebrates the occasion and ties in the birthday gal or guy\u2019s interests. You could get a cake inspired by one of the activities they love like crossword puzzles, gardening, knitting, painting, or card games.<\/p>\n

Serve their favourite foods.<\/p>\n

You probably know them pretty well by now. Whip up some of their favourite dishes or hire a Caterer<\/a> to do the cooking for you. Nothing says \u201cspecial birthday\u201d like a buffet in your honour!<\/p>\n

Entertainment is a nice touch for some.<\/p>\n

For many, party entertainment<\/a> is a great way to celebrate a birthday. Some older folks don\u2019t always have the energy to go out to a concert, but you can bring the show to them as an alternative! If they love music, search for an act you think they\u2019d like. Opera, Jazz, Barbershop Quartets, and Singing Telegrams are all great options! On the other hand, if your loved one has a great sense of humour, you may want to invite a Comedian to entertain your family instead. You could even fill them in on some of your family secrets for a special roast \u2013 all in good fun, of course!<\/p>\n

At the end of the day, you just want to make sure that the birthday boy\/girl is feeling loved and appreciated. They\u2019ve made it this far with the help of wonderful family and friends like you. Now go give them the birthday party of a lifetime!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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