the not-so-surprise party

hard as everyone tried, our party wasn't much of a surprise. my dad saw the invitation a week early and while he was on his way to what everyone thought was still a surprise party, one of his friends who couldn't make it called to ask how the party was! it was still fun and he pretended to be surprised. a lot of people came to support which shows what a great guy my dad is.
these guys have known each other since they were all 4 years old. that's a long time for a guy who just turned 50 :) i think it's awesome that they grew up together and have all stayed in contact.
other party goers- we enjoyed dinner as a fam at windy's sushi after the party. it was an entertaining night. the waitress, bless her heart, dumped my water all down my shirt and pants. she was embarassed and i kept telling her i know exactly how she feels which is the truth. i can't count how many times i did stuff like that at maddox. the whole restaurant sang happy birthday to my dad twice. he doesn't like to have the spotlight on him very much but i think we did a good job making sure he got all the attention saturday night.

mike and i spent the rest of the weekend in midway to enjoy spring break a little early. we got to spend two whole days together which never happens and we loved it. did lots of shopping, eating, and relaxing. and exciting news- i bought pants 2 SIZES SMALLER than what i was wearing before weight watchers! thanks mom and didi and paige and dad for watching coconut. she had fun.