It wasn't the quantity, it was the quality of the guests. During a small gathering, the obnoxious guests are unavoidable. A large group allows for the greeting line and they can avoid the tables of Mrs. Letmetellyouaboutmyrash. When the same Diamonds are frequent repeat guests, the small gathering must be excruciating. I would LOVE to have had the opportunity to tour the bridge instead of hearing Mr. and Mrs. Letmetellyouaboutmyrash brag that they have been there/done that.