About the party
The theme was "A Prescription To Party" (I thought it appropriate since he is graduating from Medical School :).)
There were 50 guests...mostly family (due to it being Mother's Day), but some friends made it :) Everyone dressed in scrubs or white coats. At the door, they were given name tags with famous doctor's names on them. (Examples: Dr. Pepper, Dr. Doolittle, Dr. Evil, Dr. Frankenstein, etc.)
The decorations were apothecary jars filled with candies (jelly beans, hot tamales, mike and ikes, etc.) to look like medicine, old fashion medical bags with flowers BLOOMING from them :) , and green/yellow table clothes, plates, cups, napkins, etc. in honor of Chris’ school colors.
As the guests waited for Chris and I to arrive, the kids were given anatomy diagrams to color and played a "GUESS HOW MANY PILLS ARE IN THE BOTTLE" game that I put together. The “pills” were Jelly Belly Jelly Beans and Hot Tamales.
When we arrived…Chris saw a special sign in the drive-way...Chris laughed about it, but still did not suspect. When we walked inside, everyone jumped out and yelled "SURPRISE". Chris was so shocked.
Food
We grilled hot dogs, hamburgers, bbq and italian chicken, and veggies. We also had fruit trays/veggie trays, mac and cheese, baked beans, potato salad, and various chips/dips.
For dessert...I made sugar cookie-cut outs decorated like scrubs, white coats, and nurse uniforms. We had brownies and whoopie pies (Chris’ favorite). My grandma made a cake and topped it with a stethoscope and surenge needles..it was TOO CUTE!:)
To top it off....I revealed my surprise gift to Chris….he is SUPER excited about the cruise we will be taking 4 days after he graduates :) I am excited too!
I will cherish the memories for a long time...It was a great time and I am SOOOO proud of Chris! :)
I hope you enjoy the few photos I have (more to come).
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4 comments:
WOW!! Chris is a lucky guy. What a thoughtful and caring wife you are to throw him such a wonderful surprise party. Every detail was perfect! I'll make sure to let you know when my graduation is so you can plan accordingly :)
absolutely amazing ashleigh. chris is definitely one lucky guy to have such a supportive, loving wife. it looks and sounds like everything was perfect. you are so creative! glad to see you posting again!
Excellent job! You did a wonderful thing for Chris. It sounds like everything was a hit and you threw one awesome party. Great job!!
Good to know about your surprise graduation party. Liked this amazing cake. Have never arranged a graduation party before. But planning to arrange it this time at one of LA venue. Will take amazing ideas from internet for all these arrangements.
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