My MawMaw turned 80 on September 14th and while she begs us to stop reminding her of the exact number.. it's something to celebrate. She's such a giver... always making sure others's needs are taken care of and celebrating their successes. But this was her day (well, my sister's too but she turned 32 and graciously gave up the limelight this one time) and we intended to make it one for the books. Several months ago we starting planning a surprise party... recruiting her kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, siblings-in-law, sisters, brothers... the list goes on and on. With close to 100 people RSVP'd, we just prayed it would stay a surprise.
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| The two birthday girls - Tricia and Pat |
So many details to figure out... so many people to coordinate... and the constant fear I'd slip and say something to her. This was the first time I threw a surprise party like this (especially from a different state!) and I'm not sure I'd repeat the experience. She WAS surprised. We had 94 people show up. Everything went beautifully. But man was it a lot of work!
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| Just a few of the guests (and a whole lotta family! |
At the end of the day... it was all worth it. She had a WONDERFUL time and we made some really special memories. Here's to her living to 100! - Christina
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| Happy Birthday to you... |
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| Me, Tricia (sister), MawMaw, Laura (sister) |
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| "SURPRISE!!!" |
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