happy birthday jason

Warning: this is a very long post but at least it has pictures. I am combining two weekends in a row...Jason's "surprise" party to celebrate completing his Master's degree and then Jason's birthday.

First, I planned a "surprise" dinner party with some friends. I invited people that have come along side Jason these past 4 years and have either encouraged, supported, proof-read papers, brought accountability to finish or to prioritize better or have just been praying for him and our family during these past years of study. I say "surprise" because we weren't as sneaky as I thought we were being and he was picking up on clues left and right. But at least he felt congratulated.I provided the bar-b-que and beer and everyone else brought the sides. It was quite the feast.Congratulations, Jason, for a job well done! We are so proud of you for finishing so well!And of course Ansley had to steal a bit of the spot-light.

And on to the second party weekend...the birthday. It started off with a great breakfast with the fam and then Jason opened our gift to him...Tim Hawkins on DVD. Little did I know the rest of our morning was being glued to the TV watching Tim Hawkins on DVD. Jason thinks this guy is hilarious and couldn't wait to watch it...even the kiddo's enjoyed watching it.

Then we had a big lunch together since Jason had to coach his basketball teams that night. Ethan made a great sign for the cake.

We met up with Jason at the gym to cheer on the boys and girls basketball teams and the students had a great time showering him with gifts...Mountain Dew being a popular present...and then ended the night by dousing him with a cooler full of water to wish him a happy birthday and wrap up the season.