Monday, July 29, 2013

Casey's Surprise Party 2013

Victoria threw Casey a fun surprise birthday beach party! Casey's birthday is actually in February, but so is his daughter Laurel's birthday so often she gets most of the birthday attention. Plus, February has bad weather, and the beach is such a fun way to celebrate your birthday. So she sent a save the date months in advance and planned a big party for him with all his friends around the country.

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Surprise! Casey notices his friends are waiting on the beach!

Then, in May, Casey had an accident that put him in the hospital when he was hit on a bike by a cab driver. We were terrified and felt so lucky that he survived. Now everyone wanted to celebrate him even more. Everyone was crazy happy to be at his summer "birthday."

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Our little group of friends and kids

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Jon, Kevin, and Casey

There were lots of people there, though my photos all focus on our little group of friends. We had tons of good food and drinks, and since it was a family party, we chased the kids frolicking on the beach. Getting our kids together was one of the best parts. Laurel, Oliver, and James haven't played together since last summer. And since Ben is new to the party, Laurel and Oliver had never met him before. Granted, Ben can't exactly "play" yet, but at least all the kids were in the same place at the same time. It's a good start.

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Oliver and James enjoying beach toys in the sand

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Jon, Ben, and Kevin enjoying some beers together

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Becky taking James to play in the ocean- his favorite!

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Oliver is king of the beach

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
James can get up, but he can't get back down without Dada

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Oliver being hilarious- James started doing this at home

The beach in Swampscott is beautiful. The sand is soft and the ocean is gentle. The view is amazing. We walked along the beach and sat by a bonfire. It was a really nice way to celebrate our friend. Thank you guys for a lovely visit. We love you, Casey!

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Casey thanking Victoria for throwing the surprise party

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Casey and Kevin have been best friends since they were 6

Casey's 33rd Birthday 2013
Magic hour in Swampscott

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