shhh, don't tell!

On more than one occasion, I've sat down to write this post. Just as I collect my thoughts and words, I am usually interrupted. Tonight is an early sleep night for everyone. That means I have all the time I need to sit here quietly and type away!

So what is it that I want to say?! Well, let's start by saying that (as most of you know) my 2 best friends - my husband and my sister - went behind my back and plotted and schemed and LIED! They even got other people in on the secret and lies! And somehow, through it all, everyone managed to keep this secret from me for almost a month. I was completely in the dark. Right up until the moment I heard - SURPRISE! :)

Yes - that's right. The two of them threw me an amazing surprise 30th Birthday party. The way I worded it made it sound like it was going to be something really bad, eh? But no - all the "dirty" business that was done behind my back was done with love and the greatest of intentions. And every little white lie, scheme, plot, secret birdy that was involved, was worth it. I truly was surprised and without a doubt, had a fantasticly awesome birthday.

So, although I already sent out thank you notes, here's my blog thank you's (cause I can!):

To all of my guests - first of all, thank you so very much for driving long distances to be at my party. I hope you found it worth it ;) I love each and every one of you and was so happy to see your faces there. Second, thank you all for the wonderful gifts. You made me feel so special and so loved. I've tucked all of the cards away in a safe place, so I can always remember that day and who was there.

To my family who are sending me away on a surprise getaway - tomorrow we leave for Great Wolf Lodge and all of us are super excited! I can't wait to see what the boys think of it and watch their little faces light up with excitement when they see all the surprises and fun things that are there. Heck - I can't wait to go down all the waterslides and play just as much as them! What an awesome getaway it will be. And a real treat when I get to enjoy my spa treatment, too! Thank you!

To my sister - Wen, please know that I what I take away from that day is the wonderful feeling of knowing just how lucky I am to have a sister like you. I love that you schemed and that you were able to completely surprise me that day! Yes, I ask too many questions and at times need to just roll with it. You were quick and on the ball with your answers, so not to give anything away, and to only confuse me more! I love it! I want to thank you so very much for helping make my 30th birthday unforgettable. I love you as your sister, and as your best friend! You are an amazing woman in all that you do. I hope you know just how special you are to me. I love you lots!!!

To my husband - well, what can I say?! I didn't think you had it in ya! Mr "I don't like surprises" - you sure got right into this one and did a darn good job at keeping me in the dark. It was a surprise that I will never forget. Thank you for an amazing party that I am confident in saying everyone enjoyed. And thank you for the massage I got to enjoy before the party! I love ya lots, too. You are a keeper!

To anyone who actually read this entire blog - thanks for bearing with me! Healthy Momma out!