Mike picked me up about noon on Friday. I walked in and surprised her telling her that since I rarely get a card to anyone on time I thought I'd deliver hers in person.
About 5 p.m. just before we were leaving to go out to eat, two couples from AL -- Billy and Shelby Dutton and Jake and Connie Dutton -- were in the kitchen when Mom walked out of her bedroom. They sang Happy Birthday to surprise her.
Everyone including Ann and Mike met at The Galley on Lake Hartwell for dinner.
Joey and Mary came in after dinner.
Mark drove over for lunch on Saturday. Dad had planned (with the help of his daughters!) a bar-b-q lunch with brisket and pulled pork as well as fried chicken.
We had a great time after lunch reminiscing about our families growing up together in Alabama.
Mom was truly surprised, and the weekend was wonderful. The biggest disappointment was that we thought Jeffrey was coming with Mark, but the poor kid got sick Friday night and couldn't make the trip.
Dinner at the Galley.
5 comments:
Wonderful family picture! Happy birthday, Mim. Such nice surprises. Love, Carol
Glad the weekend came off so well. Kudos to Uncle Lynn for planning it and the whole family for making it happen. Precious time together!
A heart-warming account of a great surprise weekend for Aunt Mim. It's so fun when a plan comes together!
Yes, it was a great weekend. Always a delight when our scattered family get together. Thank you for your comments.
Spring has sprung and expecting a high of 75 today. But alas, the beautiful early tomato plant in the pot on our deck froze on Saturday night. Neither of us thought of pulling the pot into our back porch, so we will try again.
Judy, we are enjoying the AT trail essays. So far, not in the least inspired to try it; we're happy to walk aroound the mall!
Yes, it was a great weekend. Always a delight when our scattered family get together. Thank you for your comments.
Spring has sprung and expecting a high of 75 today. But alas, the beautiful early tomato plant in the pot on our deck froze on Saturday night. Neither of us thought of pulling the pot into our back porch, so we will try again.
Judy, we are enjoying the AT trail essays. So far, not in the least inspired to try it; we're happy to walk aroound the mall!
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