We just returned home last night from a great weekend full of celebrating birthdays in Great Falls, MT. For the last 6 months we have been planning a surprise 60th birthday party for my mom. We, being me, her best friend Dian, and my dad, collectively named KDW Inc. We sent out invitations at the beginning of the month and told everyone to keep it a secret. For the most part she didn't have a clue as to what was going on. We did eventually have to break down and tell her that there was going to be a party, but she had no idea of any of the details. I am pretty impressed that word did not get out to her! A huge shout out to the guests for keeping it a surprise. Anyways, the theme of the party was "Lookin Groovy...Still!" and we decorated the whole room in 60's items, complete with tie dyed shirts and peace earrings for all the event coordinators. I have to admit that I have never worn peace earrings or a tie dyed shirt before this weekend.
In the end, it was a huge success and my mom was moved to tears of joy as she spoke to her guests. We followed that up by a slide show of old pictures and some of her favorite songs. She sure is still "looking groovy" for 60!
The next day we were able to celebrate my nieces 1st birthday. It sure was fun to have family together. The cousins are especially excited to spend time together and always leave asking "When do we get to spend time with them again?".
So, after a whirlwind trip to MT, complete with 2 big birthday parties, 18 hours in the van, one flat tire, one sleepless night with the stomach flu (ugh!), and endless hours spent playing the ninetendo DS we are ready to slow down.
2 comments:
It looks like it turned out great! Your mom is one amazing looking 60 year old. Look what you have to look forward to. :)
How fun! Your mom does not look 60 at all..She's a hot 60 year old. And your niece is a cutie pie.
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