“SURPRISE! HAPPY 40th BIRTHDAY, SAMANTHA”
Samantha was truly shocked when her husband of nearly 10 years surprised her with a birthday fete, saying:
“Michael pulled off the greatest fake-out ever. I thought we were going to dinner with friends but that I also had a drinks meeting with an endorsement prospect at Caufield’s beforehand. Smart on his part, because that way I wore something more special and made sure my hair and make-up were better than the usual night out — getting ready with our girls under foot! He REALLY got me!”
What also added to the shock value was her family who flew into town:
“Quickly realizing the party was for me, I scanned the room and noticed so many of my friends but most excitedly saw my mom, sister, step-dad and step-sister who had flown in from Minnesota. The icing on the cake was that my sister Aimee, who doesn’t get to town often, got to stay with us for a few nights after the party for some rare quality girl time!”
Samantha didn’t realize just how long her hubby had been planning the soiree:
“When I threw him a 40th surprise party a few years ago, I think I started figuring it all out 2 months ahead. Michael let me in on all the pre-planning details for this party on the car ride home. He began it all back in April with a call to my mom and sister to determine what weekend would work best for them. He is always so thoughtful and this party really exemplified that! I feel like a lucky girl.”
