Grandma's 80th Birthday Party!

This week, on June 18th, my Grandma Douglas will be 80 years old. We have been so excited to celebrate this special birthday with her. My Uncle Darrell and Aunt Kathy came out from Indiana yesterday to surprise her, and surprise her they did! I know that she was so happy to see them and didn't have any idea that they were coming. We went to Canyon View Park to have a picnic. The kids had a ton of fun playing with their cousins and the adults really enjoyed visiting and catching up on each other's lives. This first picture is of my grandma as she was opening her presents. She was telling me to not take any pictures of her, but I couldn't resist. She is so sweet and I love her so much. Happy Birthday, Grandma!



My Grandma has always loved reading cards. Whether they be birthday cards, mother's day cards or whatever. She loves to read each word. So I always know when I am picking out a card for her that it has to be the perfect card.

The kids really enjoyed playing in the little stream by our picnic area.

It wouldn't be a Douglas family picnic without a baseball game. We have not kept up on this tradition for the past few years, but as a little girl, I remember going to my Grandpa and Grandma's house for different celebrations, and they ALWAYS ended up in a baseball game. They had an awesome backyard that was perfect for playing baseball. Those are memories that I will always treasure. My kids were so excited to play ball with the entire family. We didn't get EVERYONE to play, but it was still a lot of fun.

We still have more planned to celebrate Grandma's birthday, but I hope that she knows how much I love her and have appreciated having her in my life. I have been so blessed to live close to her for almost my entire life. She has been a wonderful example to me and not only is she my grandma, but she is also my dear friend. When she was so sick last summer and in the hospital, I really did not think there would be any way that she would be able to celebrate her 80th birthday. I know that the last few months have been so difficult for her, but I have treasured each moment that I have shared with her and am so grateful to have her in my life. I love you, Grandma! Happy Birthday!!!