So the big secret last week was a surprise 21st birthday party
we held at our house for my youngest daughter Emma.
we held at our house for my youngest daughter Emma.
It went off really well and she was utterly surprised and nearly in tears, each hour the surprise got added to as each member of the family arrived from far and wide including
New Zealand, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.
It took me 2 weeks to prepare the house, get all the beds made,
the clean up was easier as I had help, hubby cleaned the
outside and I cleaned the inside, but the washing of bedding
and towels will take a few days. The food was prepared
on the day, I believe the cake took 2 weeks to make.
I survived on 3 hours sleep each night
New Zealand, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.
It took me 2 weeks to prepare the house, get all the beds made,
the clean up was easier as I had help, hubby cleaned the
outside and I cleaned the inside, but the washing of bedding
and towels will take a few days. The food was prepared
on the day, I believe the cake took 2 weeks to make.
I survived on 3 hours sleep each night
You can see progressive photos of the surprise party
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Linking up with Bluebeard and Elizabeth, travelling vicariously around the world for more T for Tuesdays
14 comments :
I also have one of those teapots. The cup is intact, but the pot's lid is broken and it's hard to keep the tea warm. I think I prefer yours to mine (grin).
What a great way to celebrate a birthday. I'm sure your daughter was simply thrilled. It's not many 21 year olds who get that kind of generous surprise. How long did it take you to put it all together? Good for YOU!
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I also have one of those teapots. The cup is intact, but the pot's lid is broken and it's hard to keep the tea warm. I think I prefer yours to mine (grin).
What a great way to celebrate a birthday. I'm sure your daughter was simply thrilled. It's not many 21 year olds who get that kind of generous surprise. How long did it take you to put it all together? Good for YOU!
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What a beautiful pot :-)- pity about the cup :-(
Blessings
Maxine
WOW, what a great surprise you made it for a special birthday. My mom surprised me for my 16th birthday and even two baby showers. I am so easy to surprise, not sure if that's good or not.
Sounds like a lovely party and you must need a loooong nap.
That is one very pretty teapot!
Happy Tuesday!
Sounds like a huge amount of work but how lovely to have family coming in from far and wide to share it with you all!
That is such a pretty teapot, what a shame the cup got broken, maybe you could find another online?
I will echo the others...lovely teapot. What a cool birthday surprise for your daughter! Have a wonderful T day. Nan
Happy T Day, looks like it was a super fun party!
Wow, what a wonderful surprise party you gave your daughter. After looking at all the related posts...I think you deserve a medal and a good long rest, LOL! Happy T Tuesday!
Hi Bridget - what a fantastic memory for your daughter to see her onto her 21st year... I love family get togethers - sadly few & far between... Happy T for Tuesday... Mxx
Sounds like you created some wonderful and very special birthday memories which makes me smile...just like your photo does !
Your teapot is still very nice, but I bet you do miss the cup...
Wishing you a happy day and some good night's sleep
oxo
i love the pattern on your teapot. it's a shame about the cup, but it looks like it's still nice as it is.
happy birthday to your daughter! :)
What a labor of love for your girls b-day! Fun to get so many people together but a lot of work!!
Happy Tuesday!
I love teapot cups, I do have one, although I bought a really posh one for my daughter (Lives in the States) who wanted one as she said, she couldn't find one over there. YOu never know, have a search on the Net and you might find a cup!
Happy late T day
(Lyn)
lovely tea pot...sad to hear the cup was broken, but your memories of the party and being with family will be the most important thing! best wishes to all!
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