SURPRISE!

As if last weekend wasn't enough...
My family showed up to surprise me for my birthday. My Mom & Dad, Uncle Fred/Aunt Sarah, Cousins; Mike, Anna, Cyndi, Natalie & Ana. We had ordered pizza and when the doorbell rang, Deon told me that the pizza guy needed to see my credit card and ID. So I thought nothing of it...HAD NO CLUE...and opened the door...only to see my family out there yelling, "SURPRISE". They rented this big van and drove 13 hours to see me. Wow, did I feel the love! I was in shock and so happy at the same time. It was such a wonderful surprise. We had originally planned to meet in Vegas...but that fell through, so they all decided to bring the party to me. And party...we did. My Dad made some tasty barbecue with all the fixings. After a yummy meal and some drinks...we had to move the kitchen table to make room for the dance floor. We even had a dance off...it was so much fun! I haven't laughed that hard in a really long time. I loved it. I just have to say that I am related to Fred/Sarah, Mike/Anna/Nat and Cyndi by marriage. But, they have always treated me like their own. And, not only do they love me, but they really love my Mom & Dad too and that makes me so happy. It's a wonderful feeling to be surrounded by so much love. Thank you to my family, from Cali and New Mexico for making my 40th Birthday the best ever. I was so worried about leaving my 30's...if I would have known the celebration I was going to have I wouldn't have given it a second thought...First, my husband plans the best weekend getaway for me. Complete, with a wonderful dinner, good friends, lots of laughs and a massage. Then another weekend of fun. With the people I love the most. My husband, children, in-laws, parents and  wonderful extended family members and friends. I must say, God just keeps pouring blessings on me...and I love it. Thank you Lord! I am blessed, loved and so grateful for the people in my life who make me feel so special. So, Happy Birthday to me. 40's here I am...and I'm ready for this new phase of my life. 

Pre-Surprise...hanging out in the backyard. I had no clue what was about to happen 

My handsome handsome boy!  

Nana made Jake a John Deere hat and matching scarf...he loved it, of course! 

And Sophie had to try it on too

Love this picture...Sophie and her Nina having a moment. Nina brought her the cutest apron and cookie set. 

Still in shock...look at me...surrounded by all this love

I love my Mom

Hey Ladies! 

Sophie's feelin' the love

Mickey Mouse pancakes for Jake

Happy Birthday to Uncle Fred and I. We went to breakfast and they sang to us. They made both of us a sopapilla stuffed with ice cream and covered with chocolate syrup and whip cream. Mmmm, so good! 

Nana & Sophie putting on some lipstick

Let's get this party started...right...

Nana brought some of her beautiful scarves & hats

Cheers...Bob & Mike! 

Nana Pat, Sarah, Anna & Cynthia. They said hold the camera up and take the picture so everyone's eyes are open looking up at the camera...so perdy. 

Me & Jamie...

Go ahead ladies...SING IT! 

We moved the kitchen table to make room for the dance floor...here are the bystanders. 

Pa, you so crazy homie! 

Too cute...Sophie & Mikayla hanging out

Pa & Crazy Mike

Just had to document this; BOB on the dance floor. Cousin Ana workin' it. 

Happy Birthday to Fred & Roberta

The party was so much fun! For a last minute thing, it turned out great and everyone was able to join us. And to top it all off, Nana Pat stayed the whole week with us. 
Thank you to EVERYONE who joined us to celebrate my 40th.
I have so much to be thankful for. I feel like the luckiest woman on earth right now. I think I've had a smile on my face since my surprise showed up on Friday night. 
And, now we look forward to Valentine's Day...our 7th Wedding Anniversary. So much to be happy for this year.