Mom's 90th Birthday Party - What a Blessing!

After attending church and going to breakfast with Lloyd and Deb, Ken and I drove to Masonic Village to spend the afternoon playing cards with Mom, Dad, Cindy and John.  It was the 1st time Mom and Dad saw John and Cindy since they had left for Florida the end of September.  We had a fun time playing Up the River, a good card game for 6 people.  

I had arranged for Mom and Dad to be taken to a local restaurant in a special van and Mom thought just the 6 of us were having dinner together to celebrate her birthday.  Dad knew our secret that our entire family would be there as a surprise for her 90th Birthday Celebration.  I think she was really surprised!  Including them, there were 27 of us there and it was hard to imagine but it fit into everyone's schedule! 

Mom's arrival!

We had a private area for all our family!

Katelyn chatting with my dad!

Then it was Bria's turn!

My parents with Samantha and Bria!

Samantha loves her MaMaw!

Our family!

Our son-in-laws!

This table was my sister's family!

Dane and Samantha!

Katelyn!

I don't know what is going on with Lanie and Jamie, but
they seem to be enjoying their moment!

Our daughter, Lanie!

Mom and Dad with my sister, Cindy, and her husband, John!

It was a fun time for Jamie!

After dinner we had a delicious birthday cake from Costco that the restaurant allowed us to bring in!  We had a very nice time from about 4:45 to 6:30, but it was extremely noisy!  My parents were so grateful for the family together time, but I think it was a bit overwhelming.

Happy 90th, Mom!

My parents with our granddaughters!

Mom and Dad with their grandchildren and great
grandchildren!

The Althouse clan!

It is hard to imagine that both of my parents are still here to have these special family times and their minds are so "sharp".  It is something to be treasured and thankful for!