LaVerne's 80th birthday party

My Aunt LaVerne had her 80th birthday last Thursday. Yesterday her children and grandchildren had an open house to celebrate her birthday. It was so great to see so many of my dear family. I had a blast!!

Here are some busy bees getting the food set out. Aunt Deloris is putting out some yummy bars.

The punch servers making punch. It was so refreshing.

Terri and Jody are having a good discussion.

Aunt LaVerne had many of her friends from Gackle join the party. Here she is visiting with Alma Schott, a great cake maker. Grandson Casey is in the back.

LaVerne's oldest daughter, Angie made a great video of pictures throughout LaVerne's life. All enjoyed viewing it. Thanks, Angie, for the copy. Whitney and I watched it again last night.

Here's a picture of the second cousins who were at the party. Aren't they a good looking group? It's so nice that they all enjoy their time together as much as we first cousins do.

From left to right...Cindy, Shelly, Angie, LaVerne, and Jody...

The first cousins who were at the party...

LaVerne with her 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

It truly was a good time. I wish that I would have thought to get a picture of the cake and all the food. Angie had ordered the cake. It was decorated with pretty flowers that matched the flowers on the tables. Jody made some delicious BBQs and LaVerne's famous potato salad. Cindy made some turkeys, plain and smoked, that was sliced for sandwiches. She also made some vegie trays with her delicious spinach dip and a pasta salad. There were chips, baked beans, fruit, and bars. I'm sure I'm forgetting something. My only regret is that it is over!