The trouble with a big party is that the 'chief' never has a chance to speak to everyone. For one of my big birthdays I arranged a series of teas/lunches etc with various small groups of friends or family. My birthday then went on for weeks and I loved every minute of it. Why not ask your Mum to set aside various days around her birthday and you will organise various groups of friends or family to celebrate on those days ? So much better than one big party !!
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