"Happy 50th Gigi"

Surprise!

She doesn't look 50 does she?

The best Aunt in the world!

Great job bro.  You did well.

Little sugar eating his first sugar.

This weekend we had the honor of attending my (Heather) Mom's 50th, that's right, the BIG 5-0, birthday party.  We had a wonderful time.  Oh my gosh.  Basically, Ken, Shane, Jason, Aunt Linda, and myself starting planning this just a few weeks ago.  I had wanted for Mom to have a surprise partay, but she told me she wasn't in the partying mood.  Mom has had a rough go for the last few years in the death of her two parents.  Despite her telling me this, her daughter knew she needed a big bash to get her back in the partying mood.  This party did just that.  Around 35 family members gathered to celebrate Mrs. Gail Mewborn Knapp in Emerald Isle, NC.

At the party, Caden got his first dab of icing.  Needless to say he wanted more.  Shane also conquered the task of BBQing his first pig.  He's a natural.  Jason is my detail man.  He thought through many things that never crossed my mind.  Ken, you did a wonderful job getting the sides.  Thank you Aunt Linda for all your hard work in making this special for Mom.  

Love you my sweet Mom.  Happy Birthday tomorrow.  You are more loving, beautiful and wise than you were last year.  You're simply amazing!