Super Monkey Birthday Recap

In an epic feat of derring-do, we shocked the monkey for her birthday last week. Beginning with drinks Thursday night outdoors in the back at Sweet & Vicious, with Lynne & our delightful waitress dueling with one-armed cartwheels in the courtyard.

Then we proceeded to karaoke until the very wee hours, with everyone in good voice.

As previously mentioned, Christian got tickets for us to attend the patriotic Sox / Yankees game at Yankee Stadium on Friday the 4th.

THEN, as the rain started to fall, we began to spring the trap. I insisted we watch the rest of the game at The Bowling Alley. Where, unbeknownst to The Wife, Marvelous Matt S. & Elfy were waiting. I had packed a bag for her & I had arranged a car service to take us from the Bronx out to her parents' house -- we kidnapped her from the game, and took her to NJ.

Where.... ALSO unbeknownst to her, we had a good 15-20 people waiting for her to yell "Surprise!" It was great, she had no idea whatsoever and was very moved, particularly as her Dad recorded a video letter to her that was entertaining and touching.

Well done, Team. Thanks for all the help. She was truly overwhelmed and I could not have done it without the help of all of you.