Monday, April 20, 2015

#DrMACis50

 

J & I were fortunate to be able to celebrate 50 years with BFF Mari Ann. A beautiful soiree was held at The Steakhouse in Downtown Hammond. The restaurant was closed in order for Mari Ann to celebrate with her closest family and friends.

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Upon arrival, we were greeted by a birthday version of a “Step & Repeat”. I am definitely copying this for my 50th. I thought it was a great idea and makes for amazing photos. I have never met a step and repeat that I did not like, so photos were snapped, and snapped, and snapped.

jeff ron #collarfail #fixmycollarplease

jeff ron sal ken

el and don

sal ken

The interior was decorated in 50th balloons, hydrangea centerpieces, and novelty gifts such as personalized cups and koozies.

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cookies

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Table settings set the tone for a nice, classic soiree.

The sit down dinner featured choice apps, entrees, and sides. Menus were elegant. I selected the Caesar salad, filet, and baked macaroni.

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I wish I would have taken a photo of the delish red velvet cake, but it was devoured before I could even think about snapping away. The cake certainly meant a great deal to Mari Ann as it was prepared by a baker who has been preparing cakes for her family since she was three. If you run into Mari Ann, ask her about it.

I am always amazed when folks recognize me from my blog. Case in point, a follower came up to me during the party to introduce herself and say that she is an avid reader of Uptown Acorn. We chatted for a while, and I am happy to have another friend from this little blog. It was great meeting you Kay and your friend Amy.

fans2-good Kay is on the right.

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It was great seeing so many friends that we do not get to see often due to busy schedules.

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grace

john chris

kathy ron jeff

mari ann marie

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sal jeff ron el don

MAC is 50, y’all!

7 comments:

  1. What a great way to celebrate turning 50! It was one of my best birthdays for sure. I'll be 65 in June and I am hoping to party all month long! Hey, making it to 65 is worth a long celebration don't you agree?
    hugs,
    Linda

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  2. Good morning, Ron! Happy 50th birthday to Dr. Mac! Looks like it was a great party. I love your Spring green pants, by the way. :) Have a great day! xoxo

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  3. Ron, looks like a fabulous 50th for Dr. Mac! Oolala, red velvet cake sounds scrumptious, bet it was! Also looks like everyone is enjoying some libations! Too fun! Great pictures, thanks for sharing!

    Nancy

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  4. How fun Ron! What a nice way to celebrate her birthday and how nice that a blogger met you there!

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  5. Mari Ann is a lucky girl to have such cute friends.

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  6. Happy 50th to MAC, Ron! What a wonderful tribute to your friend. Looks like you all had a ball. I am just sorry you ate that cake before you took a picture of it!!! lol xo Diana

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