So as if the party I had in Destin with my in-laws and the fabulous night out with my sister and brother-in-law wasn't enough, my parents had a party for me on Sunday! Actually, it wasn't just for me - it was for Ben and Jenn, too, since we didn't get a chance to celebrate their birthdays with the family. It was complete with gifts, a dinner to die for, and the cutest little dessert you've ever seen!
First, we feasted - turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy, asparagus, salad, a little dish of olives, tomatoes, and peppers, tea or lemonade...and did I mention that Mom is a fantastic cook?? My stomach is starting to growl...And for dessert? Individual pumpkin cake for each person!
How adorable! Almost too cute to eat...but just almost :) And did I mention that my mom made them from scratch?! They tasted as great as they looked!
On to the presents! My parents got me and Ben some assorted black, red, and tan dishes to decorate with in our kitchen, as well as gas logs for our fireplace so we can finally use it this winter! (That comes with free installation, right Dad?) My brother and sister-in-law, Wes and Leslie, gave us these cute oil bottles to decorate the kitchen with, too! Love them!
And as if Jenn and Scott hadn't already done enough, they got us a bottle of wine, and Jenn hand-painted a wine glass with my name on it! She is so creative and talented!!
She made one for Leslie, too! And if you notice in the pictures, they both have little feather skirts on them that are so cute!
One of the best parts about the day was that it was the first time we've all been together as a family since Wes and Leslie got married in August. It was great being with everyone. Wonderful food and family - you did good, Mom and Dad, you did good. :)
A fun day was had by all! We are lucky to have such a creative, fabulous mother! And such a happy family. We are so blessed!
ReplyDeletei want to come to dinner at your folks house - now my stomach is growling
ReplyDeleteWhen you said, "they both have little feather skirts on them that are so cute!" I thought you were talking about Wes and Leslie. I mean, they are cute. You know, you could have invited me, it being close to my half-birthday and all. Sheesh.
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