Q: I'm turning 17 in a few weeks and I want to plan something for my birthday. I've never had a birthday party with friends before and I'd really like to have one. I'll have 6-7 people total and we're all 16-18. Half will be guys and half will be girls. Any ideas?
A: Congratulations. I like Sarah C's answer. Since this will be your first birthday party with friends, think of doing something childish in order to make amends to yourself for all the missed birthday parties before. Go play putt-put as a group. Go to ChuckECheezzez, no wait, you want to enjoy your birthday, forget the rodent. Go to an amusement park that is near by. Grab some bikes, pack a picnic, and peddle to a concert of your choice. Just spend some time with close friends on your special day. You can also have a friend or two either stay overnight the night prior and have some special time with them, such as going to Denny's for your free breakfast meal. Do something that everyone will remember in a GOOD way. I hope this helps.