That kicks asss, Eep.
Regarding the jello shot; that is a tradition I was taught from my oldest local Derby Party - began late 70's or so.
The hostess called the shot a Cosmo, even tho it wasn't. It did have vodka though.
It was the wife of Loopy (from my gin story) that made them. Loopy & Mrs. Loopy did not stick together much longer after we graduated from high school.
I think cosmos played a role in that.
Loopy then started coming to my Derby parties every year - beginning in '94.. He is about 75 now, and I do not even want to try and keep up with his passion for partying.
However, he also taught me to not take life too seriously, and I bless him for that.