The Element of Surprise

Two years in the planning and we pulled off a great surprise party for my brother!

Step one: Pick a theme.
That was too easy...we are a family of 80's lovers and since he grew up in that era, the decision was made!

Step two: Gather your gear.
Thank you eBay, Target and HEB for supplying great paper plates and napkins of varying classic TV shows for our enjoyment.

Step three: Create a game.
For every surprise party thrown in our family there is always a game. Usually it involves personal memories of the person being celebrated and sometimes it's a Family Feud, or a Jeopardy, Name that Tune, etc. This time we created a BINGO game with memories of John. And for each one, he had to supply the story behind it. Enlightening...and fun!

Step four: Invite and party!
Done and done!

Sidenote: There is no wonder in my mind about global warming anymore what with how much hairspray was required to support the hairstyles of this decade. Ridiculous.