My little brother and I were discussing my stepmoms approaching birthday, and came to the realization that this was her FIFTIETH. Woah, big deal!!! We knew that it was unlikely that she would plan her own celebration, so it was up to us to put something together! She was always on top of our birthdays, always making them special. It was time we returned the favor, and a surprise party was in the works. We talked to my dad, and filled him in on a few details. Basically, all he had to do was keep it a secret, and not take her out for dinner before we arrived. I cooked a feast and made cake, while little bro invited guests and got ice cream and balloons. We met at my house, piled pans full of food into our vehicles and headed over. Our parents really enjoy their quiet neighborhood, so naturally we cranked up our stereos and rumbled our exhaust all the way down their street. She was standing in the window with a very "mom" look on her face when we pulled up. She was definitely surprised! I wanted the cake to be very special, but not too insulting, so I opted for white cake with black trim.
Then I decided to pile on 50 candles, and well, I don't think she was too upset ;) And then dad brought the blow torch. It was epic!
