Surprise Party

My in-laws were in town for Thanksgiving, and since their 50th wedding anniversary was this week, the family decided to throw a surprise 50th anniversary reception/party for them. Each of the 8 brothers and sisters had a job to do to get ready for it. My husband had to work today so it was up to me and our kids to do our part. I tried really hard to not over do when preparing and setting up for this event. I knew I would need to reserve some energy for the actual dinner and party that night.

I was so grateful for my kids who came with me and helped me lift everything and continued to remind me to not overdo. I am so grateful for their concern and help today.

The dinner and surprise party was such a fun event. My mom-in-law was so overcome when she walked into the cultural hall to see the 50's party created just for them that she cried and my father-in-law just couldn't stop smiling!

It was a very exhausting and pain-filled day for me, and that this day will cause a big flare the next few days.....But somethings are so important that you just grin and bare it so that you can be a part of this once in a lifetime celebration!

After setting up

50 years of marriage and still "Rockin"

So overcome & surprised about the 50th anniversary party!

Sharing funny stories from the past

The happy couple...after 50 years!

Me and Ireland just hanging out!

The Entire Family!