Mom and I were honored to be invited to a good friend's 90th birthday party! Frank Oklessen turned 90 years old and looks like he is in his 60's! He said he hopes all of us can make it to his 100th birthday party and we gladly accepted!
I'm not sure how his sister-in-law did it, but Kay kept this baby a secret! About 100 of his family members and closest friends gathered for lunch. He had no idea. He walked in and got tears in his eyes. He was overwhelmed as he went from table to table.
There was a display area with pictures and a high tech slide show picture frame that kept scrolling through Frank's life from childhood to today!
It was a wonderful afternoon. A reminder on how important family and friends are, especially as we get older.
Frank lost his wife, Anne, 2 or 3 years ago. They were married a very long time. They were inseparable. The last function we saw them at was my niece's graduation party. Shortly thereafter Anne passed away, I believe.
The big news today was that 90-year-old Frank has a new girlfriend! He was pleased as punch that Kay flew her up for his party. She was down in Florida and was planning on coming into town...however, surprised him by coming in a little early!
It was such a re-assuring lesson which I witnessed first hand, that life goes on and can be joyous and beautiful even after we lose someone dear and near to us.
And it gave me hope that love can find us at any time, any place, and at any age!
Happy Birthday, Frank! We love you!
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