So, how do you make sure a woman will LOVE her surprise retirement party and not just wish everyone would get out of her house? Make sure she sees her only grandson first thing.
My mom officially retired before Christmas but with it being a busy time of year we decided to wait until this weekend to surprise her (and my dad) with a party at their house. A fun time was had by all, even if the retiree everyone was there to congratulate was over an hour late due to a very busy restaurant. My aunt and uncle were anxiously watching my dad eat steak while we were all munching away back at the house.
So, what does this retirement mean for Gage? Way more time with Grandma. She still lives over 2 hours away, but the visits will be more frequent. Win for Gage, win for Grandma, and a win for Mom.
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What a sweet picture!
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Happy retirement to your mom! I’m sure Gage will love seeing his grandma more often, and you will too!
We’re all happy 🙂
Stacy, how great for your mom to be able to retire. Wish it was me, but still have several years to go. As you said, a win for the whole family. Very sweet photo.
She says she recommends it 😉
Oh, I have a feeling those two are going to have loads of fun together!
Yep. He loves her as much as she loves him.
Yay!! I love that he is going to get to spend so much more time with his Grandma and vice-versa!!
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So sweet that Gage is going to get to spend more time with his Grandma and vice-versa!!
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Congratulations to your Mom. All of you will have a blast.
That’s the plan!
Congratulations to your mom! And happy retirement for her for both of you! :–)
That’s right. We are the beneficiaries!
What a wonderful win for all also. My mom is retired and honestly my daughter Paige, who is almost 5 is the best thing for her ever and the most amazing help for me too 🙂
Hope she enjoys Retirement.
The help when she comes makes a huge difference for all of us. It’s too bad we didn’t live just a bit closer.
More time with Grandma means Gage is a lucky boy! Congratulations to your mom.
He is very lucky and very loved.
It is a win win for both of them … and you too. I’m always happy when folks get to retire. Yay for your mom!
She totally deserved it. I’m happy for her.
Who wouldn’t wanna retire, with Gage-time to look forward to? My parents’ dream retirement is to spend half the year traveling the country spending quality time with their various granchildren.
Sounds like a perfect retirement. I see a very similar retirement for my parents.
A win for everyone 🙂
Good for all of you, as you say! They both look so comfy with each other…!!
I am jealous. Retirement sounds wonderful. Congratulations to both your mom and Gage.
First thing one of our grandsons uttered when he came through the door after their 6 hour drive from Chicago last Christmas: Nana, when are you retiring?
Happy retirement to your mum and you’re right, it’s a win:win for everyone!!
The party was a total surprise! I have the most wonderful and thoughtful daughter and son-in-law ever. I was amazed when I saw how many cars there were and when I spotted the one from Cuyahoga County I hurried in to find Gage. He is always the life of the party and he did not disappoint this time. He was pretty tired at the end of the evening, but his smile lights up the room and Grandma and Grandpa’s hearts. Retirement = more Gage time and more family time in general. I don’t think I’ve driven my wonderful husband crazy yet either. Loving it so far! I am blessed!
Awww. your mom is going to love retirement with such a good reason to visit frequently! Congratulations to her! Gage will love having his grandma at his beck and call! He’s getting so BIG!
Cute photo. I bet your mom and Gage will both enjoy spending more time together.
Congrats to your mom! And i’m sure you’re looking forward to the extra set of hands. My mom is still too far from retirement but I look forward to the day! Especially if I stay home after the next baby.
Congratulations to your mom! May her retirement br full of fun and time spent with family.