Anniversary party a success

I forgot to mention in my last post that the 50th anniversary party was wonderful. My in-laws and all their guest had a lovely time, enjoyed good food and festivities. Three moments stand out to me:

1. When Mom and Dad first arrived, and looked around, wide-eyed, at the party atmoshpere and guests. I don't think they expected all the fuss - fancy food, candles, a slide show, a wedding-style cake, champagne, etc. They thanked us again and again.

2. Hearing each of the kids' speeches to Mom and Dad. They were really good, and drew laughter and a few tears.

3.When Mom sang her own version of "Thanks for the Memories" to Dad. It was funny, but also sweet, and got a lot of applause.

At one point during the party, my cousin-in-law, Sarah-Marie, told me something she over heard Noah say upon sipping the punch, "What kind of champagne is this?"

I'm so glad I got to be a part of throwing this party for them. They've been so good to us. It was nice to give something back.

Cozy computer nook

I have a new place to post and surf: the office/laundry area in our basement. It doesn't sound nice, but in fact, it is very cozy. The pc is sort of in a corner, by a large window, with a lovely view of our dogwood tree out back. There are lace curtains on the window, and hanging on the walls are two pleasant pictures, one of roses and the other of quails. On the table near the pc is a little metal lamp painted a dull green with little black decorations overtop. It's a candlesctick style lamp. I can hear my family above, as they move around, and watch tv, but I'm not bothered by their noises. I can hear someone leaving or arriving. I can jump up and fold warm clothes out of the dryer 10 feet away. It's perfect. And I wouldn't have discovered this spot if my laptop hadn't become problematic. David had to wipe it and reinstall its programs, but still hasn't gotten it back online. We're going to have to pay someone, which means it'll be put off for some time. Oh well. As long as the boys aren't doing homework, I can use this pc. Yay for unexpected nice discoveries.

My hysterectomy/tummy tuck will be in December, close to Christmas. I learned this a couple weeks ago. When I first learned this, I was not happy. But then I realized that much of the holiday prep will happen before-hand anyway. And I can make cookies early and freeze them, as well as shop and wrap early. My mother-in-law is more than happy to make the Christmas meal. I only hope I can make it to my Dad's Christmas Eve. But, then again, feeling rather sore, I may not mind staying behind with Maisy, and perhaps my mom and in-laws.

"Why are you having a major surgery so close to Christmas?" you may wonder. To save $800.00. We already met our deductible this year, and so we must have the surgery before the year ends.

Another benefit is that the kids will all be home from school, so they can help out around the house, instead of my mother and mother-in-law doing all the dishes, etc. Also, I won't be allowed to drive for 2-3 weeks. With the kids being home, that should cut back on driving demands that my mom and mother-in-law would have to perform.

It's late, and I'm sleepy. G'night.