INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Before you can start planning the party, you will need to think of a location to have it in. You'll need to find a space that you can easily access and that has enough space for everyone you're thinking of inviting. Take some time to think of the perfect space for your New Year's Eve party.  If the party is at a club, and there will be admission charges, make sure that is on the invitation as well.  Even if there is no charge, some people like to dedicate the party proceeds to a friend in need or a charity. You can host the party in your home. This can help cut down on costs.  Try asking a friend to co-host the party in their home if they have the space. You might rent a party hall if you need a lot of room for guests. It's not a party unless there are guests. You'll want to consider who you want to invite to your party and how many people should come. Thinking of the perfect guest list can help make your party a good one.  Make sure the uppers (party animals) and downers (wallflowers) ratio is balanced so that nothing will get broken and nobody injured, but everybody will have a good time. Generally you'll want to have 1 downer for every 5 uppers, but you may want to adjust this based on the location and availability of security and emergency services. Consider how many people can comfortably fit in the space you are hosting the party in. Inviting less people can help you keep the cost of the party low and let you connect better with your guests. Once you know who is coming and where you will host the party, you can begin to plan the party schedule. You'll need to consider when you want your guests to begin arriving and when they should expect the party to end. Creating this schedule will give you time to prepare before the party and will let your guests know what to expect.  Not all New Year's Eve parties need to run late. You can end the party whenever you would like. If your guests are staying late, you should be prepared to offer them a bed or some place to sleep. Make them lively looking, and make sure to write down any necessary gear or things they should bring, such as swimsuits, food, drinks, after Christmas sale gifts, or whatever. Try to keep each guest in mind when you are planning your party.  Ideally, your party will have something for everyone. It's important to think of all the ages, tastes, and preferences of your guests when planning your party. Take some time and review your guest list to make sure everyone will have a good time at your party.  If there are children coming, make sure you have things that they may enjoy. You might leave out a video game or other fun activity for them. Think about what kinds of food and music all of your guests might like. Your guests may not have the same tastes, so try to pick things that you think everyone would agree on. Before you throw your New Year's Eve party, you will want to consider how you are going to handle food and drink. You may choose to offer all the food and drinks for your guests or ask them to bring something to share. Whichever option you go with, knowing what to expect in regards to refreshments can help make your party a success.  If you want to provide all food and drink yourself, think about which items your guests might prefer. Try to provide something you think everyone would enjoy. It can help cut down on costs if you ask your guests to bring something to pass. It can be a good idea to tell your guests what they can expect to be doing during the party. Most New Year's Eve parties are centered around the ball drop and the midnight countdown. However, you can plan whatever fun events you might want to include in your party.  Planning an evening of music, food, and good conversation can make for a simple and fun party. You might try offering board games for your guests to play together. Your party might feature a fun competition. For example, the best dressed guest could win a prize. Tell your guests what activities they can expect in the invitations. Once you've planned the location, the guest list, and the schedule, you can create and send out invitations. The invitation will list all the information about the party and will let your guest know that they are welcome. Consider some of these methods of sending the invitations:  By mail. By email. Making an e-card.  Using social media. By phone call.

SUMMARY: Think of the location. Consider who should attend the party. Think of when you want guests to arrive and leave. Send the invitations. Plan the party for everyone. Think about food and drink options. Plan out activities. Send out invitations.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Gather your notes together and try organizing them into an outline. Your outline should include separate sections for the introductory statement, each separate body paragraph, and your closing remarks.  If you're not comfortable making an outline, consider arranging your notes into a flow chart or similar organizational tool. The important part of this step is to provide structure to your previously unstructured ideas. As soon as you've organized your thoughts, you should begin writing the first draft of your letter. Understand that this should only be a first draft; you'll need to make revisions before it's ready to send.  Include everything you can think of that seems important, and describe it with as much sensory detail as possible. You might end up with way too much information and way too many pages, but you can trim away the unnecessary points during the editing portion of the process.  Refer to both your informal notes and formal outline for this part of the process. Also, note that you should follow the guidelines provided in the “Structuring Your Letter” section of this article. After completing your first draft, step away from the letter for at least one or two days before you think of editing it.   At a very basic level, you need to proofread the grammar and structure of the letter. Even more importantly, you also need to proofread the letter for accuracy and consistency. Your facts should be correct, your ideas should be original, and your tone should be evenly professional. While not strictly necessary, it may help to get external opinions from qualified sources. The best people to ask include professors and students currently enrolled in graduate school. Ideally, you should try getting in touch with someone already enrolled in the specific program you're applying to. That individual will have a clearer understanding of what the university wants from its students. Analyze the motivation letter using your own critiques and the critiques of others. Don't be afraid to rewrite the letter several times until you get it right.  Remove redundant language or ideas, as well as information that isn't directly focused on the main idea of the letter. On average, the letter should only be about one full page in length; anything longer is usually considered unnecessary and discouraged. Note that some programs may look for letters ranging between two to three pages long. It's best to read through the application for specific information regarding length; if you are unable to find such information, sticking with one page should be safe. Make sure that the most important arguments are positioned earlier in the letter than less significant points, and rearrange the contents of the letter as needed to make it flow well.

SUMMARY:
Write an outline. Draft the letter. Return to the letter several days later. Ask for constructive criticism from reliable sources. Revise the letter as needed.