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texdane
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2019 : 06:53:39 AM
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Woo hoo! Have you ever throw a surprise birthday party? How about one for someone like a spouse, at your house? Well, it isn’t easy!
SO DH turned 50! I wanted to have him feel really special, so dd and I cooked up a Surprise birthday! It was this weekend, and was a smashing success. He had NO idea (and I am shocked, lol.)
He’s from Denmark, so I made 1000 Danish meatballs. If I never see another, I am fine, lol!. I also made Danish cucumber salad, brown gravy, deviled eggs, and had a red and white birthday cake with 50 candles. One guest brought shrimp, another sausage rolls, another homemade bread, and I also made pumpkin bread as an alternative to cake. SMORGASBORD! I even found imported Danish beer for him.
I had guests park at the neighbor’s and we shuttled everyone over. It was a nice group of good friends. He thought we were going out to dinner (he hates going out on the weekends, as he works Saturdays and has a two hour commute each way). Somehow, I convinced him we were going out with friends and that was that. ;)
He walked in the door, and we all yelled “Surprise”! We wanted his parents here, but my father in law can’t fly due to health issues currently, so I had them make a video for him, which we played during the party. It was so cute - they waved Danish and American flags and sang Happy Birthday in Danish and in English.
I am happy it was just perfect for him. He deserved to feel special. I am still tired from the work, but it was soooo worth it. His face was priceless. He is still walking on air from such a happy weekend.
Have you ever thrown a surprise party? Good grief, it takes a lot of work and help from your guests! But OH SO FUN!
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole Farmgirl Sister #1155 Suburban Farmgirl Blogger Chapter Leader, CT Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blog http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2019 : 07:17:28 AM
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Nicole, great job on 1000 Danish meatballs and pulling off a surprise birthday party for DH.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14 FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015. & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
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Judith
Galt
CA
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2019 : 10:34:55 AM
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What a lot of work! And a lot of fun. Tell him happy birthday. Now is your time to relax.
Judith
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2019 : 12:32:13 PM
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Tillykke med fødselsdagen! What a wonderful birthday surprise for your husband's 50th! You definitely win spouse of the year award for it. I would have loved to try your Danish meatballs. So glad it all worked out for you both.
Dawn in IL
The old plum tree is boundless. All at once, it blossoms, opens, and of itself, the fruit is born. Dogen |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2019 : 10:22:16 PM
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Oh My Stars! Nicole,, you are awesome/super woman!!! How wonderful for your DH to be wrapped in love by family, friends and neighbors for a milestone birthday. Great Job surprising him.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Sep 25 2019 : 8:48:36 PM
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Way to go Nicole! You are awesome. I'm glad your husband had a fantastic birthday and you were able to keep it secret! It sounds like it was a fun and wonderful party!
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Sep 27 2019 : 08:16:29 AM
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Dawn, TAK?Are you Danish???
Thanks everyone. He is still on Cloud Nine for having such a nice time. I am still catching up. I worked the Arts Festival in town both Saturday and Sunday, so it was a loooooonnnnggg weekend. Planning on doing less and kicking back a bit this weekend.
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole Farmgirl Sister #1155 Suburban Farmgirl Blogger Chapter Leader, CT Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blog http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
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Posted - Sep 27 2019 : 09:06:22 AM
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Yes, I'm a little over half Danish. Three of my great-grandparents had immigrated here from Denmark. Enjoy your upcoming weekend. I hope you get to kick back & just relax.
Dawn in IL
The old plum tree is boundless. All at once, it blossoms, opens, and of itself, the fruit is born. Dogen |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Sep 27 2019 : 09:28:21 AM
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Dawn, that is awesome! Do you cook Danish food? I have some favorites I make often. Also, I have heard that there is a big concentration of Danes in the Midwest. Do you know a lot of Danish decent folks? We have only met a few where we are.
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole Farmgirl Sister #1155 Suburban Farmgirl Blogger Chapter Leader, CT Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
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Red Tractor Girl
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Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
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Posted - Sep 27 2019 : 09:54:06 AM
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What a beautiful party you planned and executed for your husband's birthday!! It sounds like it was a very special party.
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018 |
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
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Posted - Sep 27 2019 : 10:42:34 AM
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IL was settled by quite a few Danes & Swedes in the late 1800's. Many moved on to WI, MN, and MI because they felt IL was a bit too warm in the summer for them. In a town just north of me they have a summer solstice festival every year for all the Nordic nationalities. I have noticed that most of the dancers, musicians, and food booths are Danish, then Swedish. I do make a few Danish & Swedish (another of my nationalities) dishes. I love lingonberries and wish we could get the fresh ones here. I enjoy baking but try to keep that under control to fit in my jeans!
Dawn in IL
The old plum tree is boundless. All at once, it blossoms, opens, and of itself, the fruit is born. Dogen |
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