The Longest Post for the Eldest Person

Auntie Marian turned 100 years old this past weekend.

There was a party in her honor, and what a celebration it was indeed.

What do you get for someone who is turning 100?

I don’t know.

The boys and I thought, and thought, and thought, finally we came up with the idea to create a candy poster for her. Auntie Marian is as sharp as a tack, she understood the little puns and word phrases the very first time she read it.

One of the secrets of living until your 100… laughing and smiling with all you’ve got.

It’s contagious.

One of the great things about Mr. Dunbar’s family; they always include mine. My mom brought Auntie Marian an Edible Arrangement. It said “100” on top.

Monkey ate the 100. He was very proud of himself. As the adults chatted away and had a gay ol’ time…

(hi pagan!)

 

the boys rode bikes and found treasures around the property.

Then Liam brought out bubbles. Genius idea. Thanks, Megan.

Then more cousins showed up.

             

Bogie got thirsty so he got himself something to drink.

and then he shared.

Monkey toted Liam around “big brother style.”

Hmmm, notice that big empty spot on the platter below?

Yeah, well, that’s because Bogie got to it. He thought it was a Wine and Cheese Party.  

But the party just kept right on rolling… 

There was a toast, Cousin Jenny gave it and she cried and laughed and cried again.  

SALUD! To a life well lived! A saint that has impressed love among generations.    

Here are some photos of the ladies who put on this here shin-dig.

    

Okay, Cousin Jared up above isn’t a lady. I was just checking to see if you were still reading.

And some random photos from the night.

          

                                                     Hmmm….  I noticed the knife afterwards.

No birthday party is complete without cake. Look at those boys’ faces.

And some family photos.

Auntie with her daughter and grandkids.

And then the crazy gang wanted a picture with the Lady of Honor. The funniest part about these pictures, to me, is Megan’s Prom pose in every single shot.  All the hooligans are going bonkers on the guys shoulders and she’s just smiling away.  

And lastly the Dunbar’s got a few shots at the very end of the night.

One hundred year age difference. Amazing.

There is no person I have ever met that is more interesting as well as interested. She makes you feel like a million bucks every time you talk with her. She’s got stories of eras we only read about in history books. She’s held every single baby in this family.

We love you Auntie. We are so grateful you are a part of our lives. Mwah.

~mrs. dunbar