Mama’s, I’m all a flutter about my first HouseParty.com party. Redbook magazine has invited women from all over to hang out for Happy Hour this weekend and some of my mom friends will be joining me for a great night of fun and gifts. In addition to Redbook, Snyders of Hanover, Loreal and Seattle’s Best are also sponsoring the fun. Check out the video as I unpack my party box.

I’m more excited about being with my friends than I am about all the great swag they sent me. I just don’t get enough opportunities to hang out with my girls! I decided last month that I would start deliberately making time to do that. It’s possible if we make it possible, so here’s my challenge to you to make a plan and make it happen.

While you’re thinking of ideas for getting your girls together, you can party from a distance with us.  You can hang out virtually when I post my photos and videos, and you can help me prepare the fun by completing my quick survey for “Girlfriends Feud” (I'm trying to reach 100 entries). I also have an extra goodie bag that I’d love to send to one of you. Here’s what’s inside: