FishingParty

This year Chace's birthday celebrations were special. They are every year, but this one held extra meaning to us. Grampa had planned a fishing party for my prince, and it was after he passed away in March that we found out. Fishing was a bond my Dad and I shared, so it overwhelmed me that he would do that for my son. 
Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery here in Abbotsford hosts birthday parties, which I wasn't aware of, and let me tell you, it's a blast!! I'd do it over playplace parties ANY day!!  Chace and his classmates had a great time, which is wonderful, and I am so very thankful to the moms that stayed to lend a hand with the rods and baiting of hooks :)
The weather magically held out for us today too ~ our thunderstorm hit as we were driving home, which we all laughed and cheered about!! :) 

Everyone had a super great time, which was this Mommy's goal. Have to admit that today was bittersweet for me, my Dad would have loved to be in the fishin fun with a bunch of 6yr old boys...I know he was watching over us though, cause the forecasted thunderstorm didn't start until the last rod was put away again.
I wouldn't have been able to pull this off without the help of my wonderful neighbors, and friends...thankyou so much for lending patience, hands, and humor to a hectic day :) 
ANd thanks Daddy, for such an awesome idea, and  for being with us, in spirit.