After a lot of planning and scheming (and some lying!), Jim and I managed to get them out of the house for an afternoon while Lori, Craig and family friends got the house all ready with decorations, food and drinks. We are so fortunate to have such special friends and family who made the trip from Indiana, Arizona and all over California to be there for the party. Everything went perfectly and we really surprised them both! You can see from my Dad's face below that they were not expecting this at all!
Thank you to everyone who made it to the party, it meant so much to have each and every one of you there.
Congratulations Mom and Dad - you are an inspiration and an amazing example of how to make a marriage last and raise a loving, caring, happy family. I know Lori and I feel so grateful to have such wonderful parents, and now grandparents! :)
The big surprise
Taking it all in
The Mexican food bar being set up
Everyone enjoying the pool
Ellie, Ryan and Chase
The Blackard women
Jim, Bruce, Dad, Uncle Jon and Craig
Aunt Kathy, me, Lindsay, Lori and Mom
Megan and Mikey - having fun with the monkey!
Dad's golf buddies, Chip and Dean
Ben and Reagan having fun
LOVE this picture - Ben looks mad that Reagan took his toy! Haha...
The softball gang
Stacy playing with Ben
Mom and Dad cutting their cake
Just like 40 years ago - check out the similar cake topper!
The ladies later in the evening, opening gifts
Uncle Jon, Dad and Bruce enjoying the evening
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