Ch 3

Where is everybody?  Mom and dad!

America jumped when she saw her mom.  She was so nervous and excited all at the same time.

America:  Oh mom you look so beautiful.  I love this red dress on you.

Thank you baby, it is my favourite and I thought it would be a good idea to wear it tonight.  Lets go and get your Nan.

America got out of her chair and ran towards her mother and gave her a big kiss and a hug.

America:  Happy birthday mom.  I love you so much.

Thank you baby, I love you too.  Are you ok?

America:  Yes mom, I am fine.  Lets go out to the garden and wait for granny and grandpa.  I am sure they will be back here soon.

Ok sweet pea, lets go out and wait for them.

America took her mothers hand and led her to the garden.  She was shaking like a leaf and had butterflies in her stomach.  She opened the patio doors and let her mother out first.  As soon as they she stepped out the whole garden erupted with screams and shouting.

Surprise.  Oh my god it was loud and it was great.  She was shocked, completely.  She couldnt believe that they could have arranged all this without her knowledge.  She looked at America and saw how happy she was and now she figured out why.  They have all worked extra hard to keep this a real surprise.  She walked towards her mom and dad and gave them kisses and a hugs, and took America in her arms and kissed her and squeezed her tight.

My god how did you manage to pull this behind my back?  Were you helping them too my sweet pea?

America:  Yes mom.  I was so excited and I thought I was going to ruin your surprise but thanks to Nan she kept me calm.

David:  Well it wasnt too hard with an army of helpers behind us too.

Oh my god Nelson what are you doing here?  Ive never thought Id see you here and for my birthday!  I am so happy to see you.  Oh my god and Roma too.  This is just awesome.  I am so happy to see you all.