Recently, I attended an office party to celebrate another year of hard work. The party was by the ocean on a small piece of land jutting out into the water. Everyone was sitting down at rows of tables under a gazebo for cover from the sun. It was nice to sit in the shade, feel the ocean breeze, and converse with friendly coworkers. There was lots of food with chicken, Kailua pork, and various deserts. There was even a band that was playing. All in all, it was a very nice event.