Surprise! 40 Years!

Last night we pulled off a surprise party for Jared's parents.  They have been married for 40 whole years, so we thought that called for a big celebration.

We had some yummy appetizers for our guests...

and Lyndsie made some of her fabulous cookies for everyone to enjoy.

She really outdid herself with the cookies AND the cake.  This little number was Mexican chocolate on the top and champagne cake on the bottom.  I refused to choose and instead sampled both:)

Maria and I gathered lots of pictures of the Hays's throughout the years and she had them all copied into black and white photos.  I think her "40" collage turned out so well!

All of their friends were on time and in place before Shelley and Warren arrived.

It's almost time!

These two munchkins hid behind the kitchen counter, ready to pop out when they arrived.

One, two, three - HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!

We got 'em!  They were really surprised.

We had told them that we'd like to take them to dinner to celebrate, so they came over thinking we would all ride to the restaurant together.

Gotcha!

Cameron gave Poppi a congratulatory hug...

All of the pretty ladies



In the past 40 years they've added 3 sons, 3 daughters-in-law and 3 grandkids.  What a difference 4 decades makes!

Everyone feasted on meatballs and chicken and pasta from Café Max and then it was time for dessert.

They were pros at cutting the cake...

Shelley was ready to sample some of the chocolate:)

Afterwards, we poured the champagne and Jared gave a sweet toast.

Happy Day!

Congrats, you two lovebirds:)

Amazing how happy some sparkling white grape juice can make this little girl!

Both sisters were all giggles and smiles.

And Memaw was too, getting to open some pretty gifts. 
Hope y'all enjoyed your night.  Here's to many more!