My Dad did NOT want a celebration that he would be a half a century young. We wanted to do a big surprise party and everything, but he was very CLEAR that he did not want one. But we had to do something fun! So we decided to throw a party, but kids and grandkids only. We decorated with streamers and balloons that were black..and bright colors. We plastered the OVER THE HILL banners throughout the house..with the intention that Dad would really feel old haha. We bbq'd chicken, hot dogs, and steak. We had Mom's famous potato salad, corn on the cob, Brittanie's famous deviled eggs, and one of Jenn's famous, from scratch, baking creations--Cream cheese cake. We filled a jar full of memories that each of us have of our Dad. It was funny and nice to see all the good our Dad has done in our lives, regardless of whether we have had our own issues with him at one point or another. Love family get togethers. Happy 50th birthday Dad!
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