It's hot with all those video fireplaces. Atlanta Randy on the Porch at Flamingo Grove. Initial weather forecasts were calling for bone-chilling cold, but as it turns out, the weather was somewhat mild and sitting on the Porch was pleasant.   In the Christmas Mood Mark and John usher in the Holidays with the tradition of the Holiday Lighting Ceremony. Tips for People's Names Memory experts have tricks for remembering people's names, and they usually have to do with visual cues. Let's say you're introduced to a woman named Susan who is wearing a blue dress. Make a little rhyme in your head like, "Sue in blue." You can make a whole room full of easy-to-remember characters who sound like refugees from a Batman movie: "Tall Paul," "Short Mort," "Chester the Molester," and so on. --The Freixenet Social Survival Guide Three who outshine the power of the Bulb. Kathy, Linda, and Barry - Honorary Ceremonious Directors - have made the Ceremony a part of their holiday tradition for years. You can always count on catering help from Barry, and Linda helped set the foundation of knowledge for BarnesPlace.com   Capture the spirit. Robert and his guest Ed enjoy their first Lighting Ceremony. Both are wowed by the 5,000 lights. Always a Jubilee. Bernadette, David and Joe -- Faithful visitors to Barnes Place.   Glow little glow worm, glow! David and Sean glow brighter than the lights. Welcome to the Frisky Kitchen. Director of Catering and Guest Relations Tony, prepared a fabulous spread for the occasion.   "He's got turkey, cheese, and a few crackers." Long John in his passive aggressive food-snatching stance. When food drops, he runs to the Cineplex, where he'll enjoy it under the coffee table--usually in one swallow. No, it's not a boy boy band. Tim with the Three-D's: Damion, Dan, and David.   "Oh, those aren't party pictures!" Tony, Jon and Mark review photos captured by the digital camera. The Hostess of Distinction Prepares ahead so she can enjoy her guests and take part in the fun. Serves good food she has tried out on the family if the recipe is new to her. Makes attractive arrangements with eye-catching color combinations in both food and setting, adds color accents in garnishes. Does not try to outdo her neighbor, then worry all evening about the bills that will follow. --How to Plan and Give Parties With Distinction Links to other pages are above in the HLC header graphic