The Wordsmith's Forge

>> That is certainly true, but I also think that, despite his carefully cultivated image, Tony really doesn't enjoy load crowded drunken bashes nearly as much as he pretends. <<

I think he enjoys the booze and attention. I'm not sure that exactly qualifies as "fun" and I really don't think it's healthy for him. He probably hams for the cameras so much that it blurs his real feelings.

Or to put it another way: Tony Stark likes loud drunken bashes. Tony Carter probably does not.

>> A quiet family gathering was just never an option, or he didn't think it was. But I always get the feeling he feels totally alone in the crowd. <<

Probably so. How much fun would you have with the intellectual stimulation at a toddler party?

>> I bet he'd prefer a quiet day with the team. Maybe his birthday will come up in your other series at some point? <<

I have no active plans to do Tony's birthday, but do have notes for him being utterly baffled at how certain team activities are more fun for him than getting plastered with complete strangers.

>> Looking forward to the recipes! :) <<

Yay!