Remembering the simple things can make a mediocre event something worth remembering.  Most of your guests will break the ice over a refreshing drink or appetizer.  Many well-intentioned party planners overlook that simple detail.

Living in Arizona the summer heat is brutal. I love making cold drinks and enjoying them with friends. Here are my favorite summer drinks!

To make fruit smoothies thicker, I usually use bananas (if the flavor works with the rest of what's in there), yogurt, or frozen fruit instead of fresh.

Here are a couple of "slush" recipes,  followed by a few Smoothies recipes.  (My parents gave us a Smoothie maker for Christmas, and it's the only way I can get my 2 yr. old to eat fruit!)

Creamy Mint Punch -I made this for my New Year's Party 1999. It was a BIG hit!! Everyone loved it!!!