51.   Isabell was still rearranging the simple buckets of tulips, anemones and crocuses on tables when the first guests were arriving.

52.   It is a place to arrange flowers before a party, and a bar and buffet when the guests arrive.

53.   It is Thanksgiving, and as always, Obaachan is sitting on her bed, waiting for her guests to arrive.

54.   Just before guests arrive remove ice mold from freezer.

55.   Just before his guests arrived he sampled it.

56.   Just before the guests arrive, spread the shredded beef onto a large platter.

57.   Most guests had already arrived, and a band from nearby Petit Martinique was playing when the mini-moke pulled up.

58.   Most of the grilling is done before guests arrive.

59.   Most people have stopped entertaining on weeknights because of the uncertainty when guests might arrive.

60.   Ms. Spindel asked one of the wallflowers, as more guests arrived, wearing jeans and bewildered faces as they stepped into the room.