Surprise Getaway for Joe and Diana's Anniversary

Good Afternoon all,

I want to first introduce myself. I am Pam, some of you already know me but most of you don't. I am helping Diana and Joe organize the event for their anniversary. I am taking some of the load off of their hands so that they can enjoy spending time with all of you and not worry about where the decor is going to go, or who is running to get the cake, etc. I actually love party planning, so this is more of an adventure for me than just lending a hand.

I am hoping everyone is having a blessed weekend. We are having wonderful weather and need this weather (maybe a little cooler) for next weekend. A little reminder that the party does start at 7:30 and lasts until 11:30. Come ready to laugh, relax, and enjoy yourselves as we all celebrate 10 years of love and devotion between Joe and Diana. Many of you know their journey has been much longer than 10 years. Congratulations to Joe's parents, who actually just celebrated their 49th year! So when we see them, don't forget to congratulate them.

I am sending this email in full confidence that we can keep this secret and surprise the couple at their special event. I know everyone has different financial situations, so please understand your presence is your present! But usually, there are small gifts given to the couple on certain milestone anniversaries. Ten years marks a remarkable milestone for a couple that fell in love so young.

They put off going to Charlotte or out of town because they wanted to celebrate with their closest family and friends. Which honestly doesn't surprise me because when you become friends with Joe and Diana, you become their village...you become their family. I wanted to collect a trip fund for them. Nothing big or crazy, just a short getaway. Her guest list has enough people that if we all give at least "10" dollars to the trip fund, it would cover a nice hotel and dinner for them. This obviously is not a requirement of coming, but a gesture to the couple that always shows up for everyone else. I have created a GoFundMe, in hopes of raising the funds for them. This will give everyone a chance, even those who are unable to attend, to contribute. You can sign your name and send well wishes. I hope this message comes to you in light spirit, to help bless those who bless us.

The link for the GoFundMe is below

Please reach out with any questions

Thank you for your time,

Pam