Surprise!

Last night was the big night of Steve's surprise party! It was not easy keeping it a secret with so many people being involved. Our good friend Ben helped by taking Steve to dinner so I could leave with the kids get there in time to set up. We filled the room with balloons, streamers, and a cake glowing with 40 candles. The look on his face was one of shock when he walked in. Three good friends from Delft also came down to Maastricht so that made it really touching that they would come from hours away by train just for the party then left again that night. We started the night with a slide show movie to honor Steve's miraculous life of 40 years then many students shared of how Steve had made a difference in their lives and what he meant to them. The best part was seeing Steve get to just sit and have a night that was just made to honor him. He does SO much for others that it was his turn. It was super fun that he had NO idea...did he really think I wasn't going to give him a party on his 40th? :)