Parades and Parties

You know you live in a small town when...

You invite all of your friends with kids over for a parade.  A parade that seems to be a big deal in a small town like ours.

And of course, if you invite your friends over for a parade, you have to watch the whole parade.  Even if it is pouring down rain and freezing!  Yep, we sure did!

And you know the kids (and dogs) had a good time when they are soaking wet at the end of the parade..and don't seem to mind one bit! :)

(Ok, Krush might have cared that we was really wet!)

After we dried out from the parade, we celebrated my Grandpa's 80th birthday.  Turning 80 is a big deal no matter what, but my grandpa happens to be a 2 time survivor or colon cancer.  This made this birthday even more special.  My grandpa is one of the kindest, hard working men I've ever met.  I am grateful for his faith and influence in my life.

My dad and his brother and sister planned a surprise party for grandpa.  They reserved a room at the Capri restaurant near my grandparents home.  Surprisingly, grandpa was very surprised and grateful for the support and love of his friends and family.  It was such a fun day!

"Surprise!"

Happy 80th birthday Grandpa.  We love you! :)