The BIG 4-0 tomorrow

A huge surprise from Kristi's family coming to Grover's for my 40th Birthday! Thank you to all who came and to all of those sending their warm wishes for the big day. We went to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort on Thursday (Big surprise from my wonderful wife and daughter) where we got to see Greta swim for the first time. She loved the warm water and had a blast hanging with Aunt Sandi, Uncle Mike and Mom and Dad. Our little girl gets better and more active every day. Even though it is very difficult to "better". She certainly was worth the wait to be a Dad.

Friday, we traveled to Pam and Jim Grover's where I was surprised by Fred, Angie, Jodi, Jeremy and his girlfriend Taylor. Later in the day, our neighbor and friend Jim Gardner showed up (big surprise also) and we continued to have a great time till early morning. Campfire, Jack Daniels, and family...fun, fun, fun. Jimmy Gardner brought along some fireworks which were EXTREMELY loud. Many great memories and a great way to go into the next 40.

Saturday, we spent the day horseback riding (not me), four wheeling (me) and eating cake and ice cream for the birthday boy (me).

As I was opening presents, I realized that Gary, Theresa and Seth were not going to be coming to the party. Sad, very sad.

Jodi gracefully bringing flowers to the camp table. She was sporting Jim Grover's work vest. Sweet.

Pam loving up her new niece. G sure likes coming to the ranch and spending time with family.

The crew (Jim, Pam, Sandi, Angie, Kristi and me) at the camp fire.Me and the party planner...thank you Kristi, you are the best. It feels good to be 40.

Jimmy Gardner showing his skills on the horses. Thanks, Jim, for making the trip!

G and Uncle Jimmy going for her first ride. She looks pretty comfortable. That kid is hard to rattle!

Big Jim Grover showing off his horsemanship.G and her Mom riding the horse. Greta has now ridden more horses than her Dad. G, Wrigley and me going for a short 4 wheeler ride. She just took it all in. I kept it under 50.

Family photo. G had her Carhart overalls on for the ranch.

G and Bentley Campfire fun with Jodi and Pam.
Mike with the new colt Chuie.
Jeremy and Taylor (Jeremy is Greta's cousin and Jodi's oldest)

Family in the hot pools at Fairmont Hot Springs

Sandi (Kristi's sister and the rest of us)

Sandi and G.Angie and Fred enjoying the evening. Half of them have some drinks in them...guess who.

Jimmy Gardner have a bit too much fun with his fireworks. Yikes.