surprise!

We had a surprise birthday party for my dad a few years ago, and decided this year was my mom's turn!

Getting ready and Nan and Cliff's


The out of town reinforcements arrived just in time for us to get all the food out :)


Waiting for the call to say mom and dad were on their way.


Waiting. It took forever for them to get inside once the car pulled up.


Ready to capture the moment!


Surprise!






My mom had a feeling that her sister and brothers would be at the birthday party, but was surprised to see everyone else!

We were much more relaxed after the surprise.




The kids helping out.


Cupcakes! Molly has recently decided that all birthday cakes need chocolate animals on them.


There were so many candles that Nana needed help.


Cute and helpful!




We had a mini Gerwing reunion going on.


Time for a card game after the party.