A 50th birthday party

A few weeks ago Ben and I were invited to a 50th birthday party. The birthday girl in question was the mother of my friend, Jadi. With the help of friends and family, Jadi planned a 50th birthday party surprise in a hired hall. It was a shared party as Jadi's auntie was also turning 60. Jadi asked me to make a large batch of cupcakes for the party. This was simply flattering in itself as I know quite a few people who are far better at producing cupcakes than I am. But when I had finished them and handed them over, Jadi described them as 'perfect'. The word 'smug' springs to mind haha! I really enjoyed helping out by doing something I love, baking is a passion of mine. Here's a photo of a few of them close up.....

Can you guess who's lurking in the background? Yes, he was a good boy, I asked him not to touch them and he didn't! 
And here's the entire lot!

I currently take photos using my mobile. I really do need to invest in a good quality camera, one that takes clear photographs in a darker environment, so I apologise for the naff quality of the following photos! And here are some of my cakes at the actual party....

The birthday girl, Anita, cutting her cake. She had absolutely no idea this party was going to be for her and her sister! She really did believe it was for her son's girlfriend who was turning 25 around the same time!

Me and my friend Jadi :)

Ben and I had a great evening out. Little man was at home fast asleep while Grandma babysat. (thanks Grandma!) Happy birthday Anita!