A Pleasant Surprise Luncheon

We recently had our 2nd annual Pleasant Surprise Luncheon. This is a time when we can catch up with past clients and get to know our current clients better, while doing what we like to do best - eating yummy food. It's really nice to reconnect and see how everyone is doing. We've had a lot of additions to our PS family in the last year and we're expecting a few more little ones to join us for our next luncheon.

Chrisma and I came up with the 4 Seasons theme while having lunch at Belmont Shore a few months ago. We set the tone with our invitations which was totally DIY. The mailable boxes were from Paper Source and the paper and embellishments were from Michael's and Joann's.



We wanted our tables to reflect the invitation so we went to Fusion Linens and Veronica helped us put it all together. She effortlessly pulled just the right linens to make our tables from Create-a-Party beautiful. We used the kids' favors as centerpieces and also had books to keep them occupied. We kept the centerpieces on the adult tables simple so there would be ample space for the plates with all the delicious food.






Speaking of food, Colette's Catering came through with flying colors. It tasted even better than it looked, and it looked amazing! Everyone loved the food and many went back for seconds, it was SO good. We will definitely call them again.






Our assistant Jessica deciding what she's going to eat first


Mmmmm. Jessica enjoying her food along with some of our little friends





Our guests left with cake pops from Perfect Treats. I can't decide which one I liked better the red velvet or the chocolate and banana. They were both deeeelightful!






The perfect accessory to this cute little face


We have the best clients in the world! Thank you everyone for taking the time out of your busy schedules to come to our luncheon. A special thanks to our husbands, who support us, who hold down the fort while we work, who help us carry heavy things and who love us unconditionally.



And a big hug to our photographer, Eddie Zhao. When he becomes famous, we will proudly say that he shot the photos for our luncheon.

Retirement Tea

I love my Bible Study! I love how God reveals new truths every time I study. And I love all my sisters in Christ that I study with! They inspire me and encourage me. One of those very special ladies retired this year from her position as class administrator. We had to throw her a party, so we decided to make it a tea party.




The original plan was to have it in my backyard but it was misty and wet that morning and so we had to change the plan and bring it indoors.



Boy, am I glad we have the room. 33 ladies filled my family room with laughter and tears as we shared stories of what God has done through our class and in our lives.




It was a beautiful spread. Every time we have a luncheon, they always bring the yummiest treats. The flowers added the perfect touch, and they were provided by our dear Debbie of Anything But Ordinary Event Flowers and Holiday Decorating. Tables & chairs were from Create-a-Party .







What a perfect group effort to make it a perfectly lovely tea for our beloved friend.