Thursday, April 23, 2009
Barbeque
 I don't know why but truth be told, I'm actually not fond of the idea of having a BBQ party. I don't see how it can be fun, how it can "bring everyone together" and so on. After attending countless of BBQ parties, I can safely say that I saw more negative outcome rather positive ones (which everyone have hoped for in the first place). I know most may disagree with me but to each his own, really. Haha!
While barbequed food may taste good, the process of getting the food ready for everyone is just tedious and not many are willing to give a hand. As such, most of the time, only one or two does the "barbequeing" while the rest wait around like hungry chicks (as in the little chickens) to be fed. Don't even make me start talking about fairness and all.
So that is why I don't like to organize a BBQ party. I do not want to be the one doing everything for everyone nor do I want to see someone else doing everything for everyone. Get my point? I'd rather make a normal party and just ring the catering service for even better meal. What say U? Haha.
Anywho, I attended yet another BBQ party earlier, organized by mom's colleagues. They chose to hold it at Aloha Loyang which I consider to be one of the good BBQ site but then again, anywhere is really fine. It's just the people! As usual, at this party, only a couple helped out in the preparation. Sigh...
 Know what? I felt so bad that I told mom I'm not gonna have my dinner at the party. After all, there were quite a shortage of food. Imagine? Despite a little hesitation, mom finally agreed and off we went to E-hub to indulge in the sumptous and juicy Jerk Charbroiled Chickens set @ BBQ Chicken. Now, even though the concept of this restaurant may be similar to the BBQ party, I don't and never will feel bad because it's not that I have a choice to help out. The cook are paid to serve so it's perfectly alright. Normal people at the party don't so it's really a pity. Aren't they there to enjoy too? Oh wells...
 After indulging in all the good food, we head back to Aloha Loyang to catch up with things, helped out in any ways possible (unwillingly for me) before finally leaving everyone for good. If I knew, I wouldn't have followed mom. Haha! Somehow, everyone seemed to overlook the whole point that I'm trying to point out. I wonder why? Just because you're thankful they have attended your BBQ party, it doesn't mean that they need to only sit by one corner and wait to be served like a king. Think about it, people. :)
P/S: Now, don't get me wrong. I know there are certain BBQ Parties where it's kinda inappropriate to let your guests be even near the pit but, for now, I'm just touching on "close contacts" BBQ Party. If you're comfortable being around each other then I really don't see a point why one have to be treated in a more special way than the other. ;)
Regards,
Niz
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