Yes, my Annual Oscar Party took place on Sunday night. Yes, I was the only one there. No, I didn’t mind. In fact I think I prefer it that way – I didn’t have to share the snacks.
Let’s see . . . where to start?
First off, I hit “Hair & Make Up” (aka my bathroom) about 5:30pm Eastern. For those of you not in the know, this is a solid 3 hours before the Oscars started and before we have Sunday dinner in these parts.
Once I was dolled up, I donned my finest full length gown. It was a vintage emerald green satin number that I wore 13 years ago on the night of my 1996 work Christmas party, which was when Willie and I started dating. True – it doesn’t hang quite as nicely now as it did then, but surely I get some points for the fact that the damn thing still fits.
Then it was time to head downstairs to put the finishing touches on dinner, and amuse the boys. Mission accomplished. They love whenever “Ms. Crazy LaRue” comes for dinner. I often wonder “does this amuse them or scar them?” I suppose only time will tell.
Then a quick kitchen clean up, packing of the lunches, gathering of my completed Oscar Nomination Ballot Form and Oscar Bingo sheets. The boys were tucked in for the night and Willie was relegated to the bedroom TV. Let the snacks show begin!
First up was the sushi – nothing fancy, just a few Cali rolls. After all, I did just hoss down a plate of ham & scalloped potatoes for dinner.
All washed down with gingerale.
I decided to forego the cheese tray this year and went with this instead.
That’s right folks – Lemon Meringue pie! A brilliant substitution.
It was at this point (about an hour and a half into the show) that I opted for the comfort of my pajamas for the remainder of the evening. For obvious elastic waistband reasons.
And yes, I did hang in there to the bitter end. Which, may I say, was bitter? In fact I thought the whole show was a big – “meh”. Kinda boring. No big moments – neither embarrassing nor heart warming. Although I did like Sandra Bullock’s speech and was glad Jeff Bridges and Christoph Waltz won.
And for the first time in years I got a bunch of the winners right. Of the 13 categories I made predictions in, I got 10 correct! This is unheard of, I assure you.
I’m not going to review the whole show or the outfits for you. There’s plenty of sites out there that do that for a living and frankly, I’m not getting paid and you likely don’t care.
But what I can say, is that my party was fantastic and was worth the sleepy Hollywood “Hangover” I had Monday morning.
Next year I’ll be keeping the guest list the same. I think there’s something to be said for an exclusive party. Although I just might buy myself a strip of red carpet. I think it would really add something magical to my Family Room that night.
Did you watch The Oscars? Have I inspired you enough to host your own “Oscar Party For One” next year? Is the name “Ms. Crazy LaRue” fitting or should it just be “crazy”?
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P.S. I’ve managed to land an interview with a certain Blogger and hope to post it for your reading pleasure tomorrow.
Hint: This person is opposite to just about everything that I am. Curious now???
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March 9th, 2010 at 4:45 am
“Exclusive party”.. I like the way that was phrased.
I think everything is better alone.
Reading.
Parties.
Tug of wars.
Interview sounds intriguing. Can’t wait.
Cher
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March 9th, 2010 at 12:20 pm
Glad you stopped your “everything is better alone” list when you did . . . my mom reads my blog, you know.
March 9th, 2010 at 5:11 am
That’s what I call a good ‘night in’, movie stars, fancy frocks and loads of bling. Living in the UK I had to wait till the next day to see the results (I am sorry to say that I need my sleep so much that even the ‘Oscars’ couldn’t make me stay up all night).
March 9th, 2010 at 5:20 am
Nothing, and I mean nothing could make me stay up that late on a work night, I need my beauty sleep ( and lots of it!!!!) And Cher you really did look red carpet ready!!!!! Great to hear from you Auntie M, bout time!!!!
March 9th, 2010 at 8:48 am
ha, I love the fact that you got all dolled up for your own party of one!
March 9th, 2010 at 8:50 am
I’m as green as your vintage dress – with envy – that you can still fit into it! Willie, you are one lucky man!! I’m sure Cher fills it out even better 13 years later
March 9th, 2010 at 9:32 am
I have to be honest..when you said you would be dressing for the occasion, I really thought you meant it in that hypothetical kind of way. But you are seriously standing at your stove in a full make-up and a full length formal gown (AND pink feather boa, lest we forget). That, girlfriend, is IMPRESSIVE. Perhaps we can shop around some Etsy stores and get you a formal dress that actually doubles as PJ’s. How freaking cool would that be? I hear satin is incredibly hot to sleep in…maybe silk? Yes, it’s all coming together now…
Cher
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March 9th, 2010 at 12:23 pm
Yes! I like what you’re suggesting. Kinda like pajamajeans, but more like pajamadress? Maybe you can even design some sleep-appropriate jewelery to go with. Fabulous.
Okay – we have a full year to research. Let’s get on it.
March 9th, 2010 at 10:23 am
You look FABULOUS dahling, but I hate you for fitting into a dress you had 13 years ago!!!!!
March 9th, 2010 at 11:13 am
You look so good in that dress! You’re party looked like so much fun… it can still be called a party even if there’s just 1 person right? lol Seriously though, sometimes those nights are way better than having anyone with you. haha
March 9th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
DUDE. You still fit in a dress from that long ago? Shit woman, i don’t fit in a dress from LAST YEAR. WTH??? Your red carpet attire is awesome.
March 9th, 2010 at 12:17 pm
Crazy LaRue is DEFINITELY fitting! You look fabulous, dah-ling! I wish that my mother used to do things like this when I was younger.
That lemon meringue looks divine and just the way I like it (with lots and lots of meringue).
I did watch the Oscars with my hubs, dad, and brothers. I wonder if next year I can get all the guys to dress up in gowns and boas?
Cher
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March 9th, 2010 at 12:25 pm
What?!?!? You managed to persuade a room full of MEN to watch the Oscars with you??? That’s some mad negotiating skillz you got there.
March 9th, 2010 at 12:43 pm
Just had lunch with Willie….he tells me your Oscar gown may need some alterations!!!!!!
March 9th, 2010 at 1:35 pm
The Lemon Meringue pie was a brilliant substitution. Now I have to find a piece for me.
Cher
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March 9th, 2010 at 4:04 pm
Stop by – I still have a bit left!
March 9th, 2010 at 1:54 pm
You looked great. So did your kitchen. You were both so sparkling.
For me, the highlight of the show was on the red carpet, when Jake Gyllenhaal appeared. I’m not usually a big Jake fan, but his scruff on Sunday was delectable. I paused the TV and ran into the kitchen to get my husband, dragging him back into the living room with me. “YOU!” I yelled. “You need to not-shave exactly like that!” I even helpfully pantomined not-shaving for him. Only time will tell if it worked.
March 9th, 2010 at 3:54 pm
I have a question. Is it mandatory to drink Canada Dry when you are a resident of Canada?
I’m thinking you should start saving now for therapy sessions. My motto is when in doubt, probably scarring the kids.
You look ADORABLE!
Cher
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March 9th, 2010 at 4:09 pm
No. Not mandatory – but there really isn’t any other kind widely available. Oh wait – you might be able to score yourself some Schweppes or some no-name stuff, but I do enjoy my Canada Dry.
However it is mandatory to eat maple syrup in the spring, drink beer while watching a hockey game, and hunt the moose that roam our backyards.
I’m kidding – about the beer.
March 9th, 2010 at 4:14 pm
omg wish i coulda been there!!! Your boys have the coolest mama around! Love the sush display as well! Overall, hella amazing !
March 9th, 2010 at 8:27 pm
I totally thought you were kidding when you talked about dressing up for your party of one! It’s absolutely hilarious that you do this!!!
I agree…I found the Oscar’s boring. But I only watched until my secret boyfriend RDJ presented…then I went to bed!
March 9th, 2010 at 10:14 pm
This looks like my kind of party! All alone with good food and the hubs watching tv in a different room….you are brilliant! I hope in 13 years I still fit into anything I own now. Looking good!
March 9th, 2010 at 10:57 pm
Love your party for one and your red carpet wear!
March 10th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
I hope that ginger ale didn’t make you too giddy!