That was the name of my kitchen and dining room tonight. Only the best chefs will create their masterpieces here. Tonight's line-up of chefs? My children. Why? They were preparing my birthday dinner (a day early because I have some fabulous plans for tomorrow night, thanks to Alana and 7 of my friends). They wanted to get me something for my birthday, and this was what they decided upon. And let me say, it was the best idea ever. Last week, the children put together a menu with 3 choices in each of the following categories: appetizer, drink, main course, side dish, dessert. I got to pick my preference from each, and the menu was set. We had spinach artichoke dip and chips for the appetizer, pink lemonade to drink, salad as our side dish, and chicken bacon ranch sandwiches for the main course. It was all incredibly delicious (I'm serious!), and I'm absolutely STUFFED. Kailey also made the dessert: chocolate chip pound cake. It smells scrumptious (just out of the oven, and has to cool before we can dig in)!
After dinner, there was entertainment: DVDs of my favorite cartoons - Bugs Bunny (there is no one better, although Spongebob comes in a close second to ol' Bugsy). I am watching these as I type this, and it's quite a treat. Not since I was a kid, living with my parents, has anyone fixed me a birthday dinner. That's been over 20 years ago now. The kids were quite pleased to be the first to do this for me. This has been quite the memorable evening, and my heart has been warmed beyond imagination. What thoughtful, fun children I have! How blessed is this birthday girl!
Time for some cake, then the birthday girl has to clean the kitchen. Heh!
1 comment:
That is the sweetest thing I have heard in a long time! What a special way for your kiddos to honor their Mom. Love it!
Looking forward to celebrating with you tomorrow!
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