The third and final anniversary post. Despite telling my children this was not necessary, they decided to have a party. I did convince them that no extra guests were required. I was picturing a BBQ at my youngest daughter's house which was made for parties for people with children. Instead they booked the restaurant that holds the tea parties.
For decorations they had their children break and enter my home and steal items. This is from my security tape (which Mr Merry reviews). It says Shhhh, don't tell mimi.)
They took photos off the wall and searched and found our wedding album.
The food was lovely. They had salad, Cornish game hens, lasagna, a vegetable mix and mashed potatoes.
Almost everyone could come. One grandchild was on the other side of the state at college and one was working and then had a varsity soccer game.
Youngest son and wife.
Youngest daughter and husband.
Oldest daughter's husband and daughter; she was the photographer.
A bunch of grandkids.
More grandkids
They had a copy made of the middle layer of our wedding cake.
They made us play a game with wipe off boards. We failed miserably.
My oldest granddaughter made a painting of our recent family photo.
Her cousins were quite impressed!
The crew.
This is the official end of the 50th Anniversary celebration.
Awww - this is just the best! It warms my heart tonight. They did a great job.
ReplyDeleteYou have a beautiful family, inside and out!
PS- I'm impressed by the painting too.
ReplyDelete💛 I can’t think of a better way to mark the end of your anniversary festivities than being surrounded by family, laughter, and stories. The decorations, the food, the recreated cake, and the painting all show how much effort your children and grandchildren put in. It’s a celebration that truly reflects the love and joy of your family.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! What a perfect ending to your celebration. That painting! Wow what a remarkable gift.
ReplyDelete50 years ago, you had no idea that all that fooling around would lead to all those grand children!
Quite a celebration. It must be a tradition with your family to go big on celebrations!
ReplyDeleteAs to my poll working - we have a small township, one polling place, paper ballots, no machines to tabulate. Another group comes in the evening once poll is closed to count. My responsibility will be either to check voters in against our record book or check them out once they turn in their ballot. Republican and Democrat primary ballots will be color coordinated and placed in different boxes for tabulation. I never did any of this when I lived in Maryland. My first time here was 2022 primary.
My gosh, just wonderful! Had to laugh at the little one's Don't tell sign, and wow your oldest granddaughter is very talented, that painting is amazing! All the love and work! You and your hubby have a beautiful family Miss Merry, congrats again on 50 years of love and devotion. 😊❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙🤎
ReplyDeleteMiss Merry... what a wonderful celebration and what a wonderful family! Happy 50th Anniversary!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great celebration, and it will be with you all year long!
ReplyDeleteDear Miss Merry, what a lovely celebration, dear friend! Beautiful photos, and the food sounds scrumptious! Happy 50th Anniversary!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful! I love the family painting especially, as I love art. Your family was very thoughtful to do this for you. Congratulations, Mary!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful time spent with family celebrating your 50th Anniversary....Great memories!! It was great seeing your family all together....And that painting!! Spectacular!! Thanks so much for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Deb
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Such a beautiful celebration for you guys! Well thought out and done!
ReplyDeleteYou have the most amazing children and grands EVER. And how old was the artist who did that painting? From what I can see, she really nailed it! Portraits are so hard and it looks like she captured so many wonderful details!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful family celebration!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice way to celebrate!! Well done kids!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations . . . it's wonderful to have good health and make it to 50 years, I hope that you will be celebrating 60 and even 70 years together ❤️ Your children did good and now you have some wonderful memories of your 50 years.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to your family on pulling off this lovely celebration in your honor, great job done by all. The painting is a family treasure to be sure. Best wishes and now on to number 51. Thanks for sharing this special time, happy day, Virginia
ReplyDeleteOh what a lovely Milestone Anniversary and Celebration! You both look so good, in both the Wedding Pix and now. Congrats on half a Century together! And what a lovely Family and how Cool that they arranged this, even with the breaking and entering part, which is hilarious, don't tell Mimi!!! Thank You for taking us along on your Celebrations of it.
ReplyDeleteGreeting on the occasion. It's always great to have your family around like this.
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