I was supposed to plan everything to perfection for Tom’s 40th birthday.
It was supposed to be a final surprise, a night full of joy, laughter, r and celebrations. But something didn’t feel good. I couldn’t shake the annoying feeling that something unexpected would happen.
It all started when I told Tom that I was going out of the city for his birthday and I didn’t want to leave him to secretly throw a more surprising party. I thought I covered all the bases – every detail looked flawless.
But when the time approached to make my plan, I couldn’t help but wonder if fate had another idea for us. I knew a little, my instincts were right. Mix-up would change this surprise to the night I would never forget, for reasons I could never imagine.
When Maria planned a surprise party for her husband’s 40th birthday, she never expected the exact arrival of unexpected guests – Sustarngers. What was supposed to be an unforgettable celebration was quickly transformed into a fun and unforgettable mixing thanks to Airbnb’s wrong reservation.
Maria was preparing for a great milestone forr her husband by organizing a surprising celebration. She told him she would be gone for her birthday and they would celebrate another time. At night she pretended to be pretending to be wrapped and headed for the airport, but secretly stayed with her boyfriend Karen.
“Do you think it will work?” Karen asked, lifting her eyebrows as Maria wrapped her suitcase.
“It will work,” Maria assured her. “Tom thinks I’m visiting my sister.”
The next day Maria was early to make sure she was ready for the party. Tom usually returned from work at 18:00, so everyone arrived at 17:00. Give them time to decorate.
At 4:45 in the morning. The guests began to come, including Tom’s brother Jim.
“Hi, Maria!” Do you need help? He asked them as he carried a box of a party decoration.
“Of course! Can you hang these streamers?” Maria asked, giving him some blue and gold streamers.
Then Tom’s best friend Dave and his wife Lisa came.
“Yoy overcame, Maria!” Lisa said she admired the decorations.
“Thanks! Can you help with balloons? ”Maria replied.
Until 17:30, the living room was set up – hanging from the ceiling and gold streamers and the big “happy 40., Tom!” The walls were decorated with a banner.
At 5:45 am Maria gathered all in the kitchen.
“Okay, Tom will soon be here.” Let’s hide and turn off the lights, ”she said, and her heart raced with excitement.
When they waited in the dark, she heard the door and tracks. But then the female voice spoke, “Do you think he will like it?”
Maria sank. For a fraction of a second, she wondered if Tom was hiding something from her.
The lights turned on to reveal the young couple standing in the door – one held the luggage and the other held a set of keys.
“Who are you?” Maria was blurred and stepped forward.
“We rented this house via Airbnb,” the woman explained, looking as confused as everyone else.
Jim emerged from behind the counter. “We’re here for a surprising party.” Who are you “
The man stared around the room, confused. “We have booked this place for days.”
Maria’s face was exhausted color. “Airbnb?” That’s our house! “
Dave scratched his head. “He had to raise it after Maria said she would be gone.”
“Oh my God, we didn’t know,” the woman said apologetically. “We’ll leave immediately.”
“No, no, stay,” Maria said, trying to stay calm. “Let’s find out.”
The couple hesitated and then entered when everyone began to mumble and discuss the situation.
“What’s going on?” Karen asked confused.
“I have no idea,” Maria whispered. “Tom had to build a house on Airbnb after I told him I was leaving.”
Tom’s sister, Susan, suggested that she sit down and speak. Everyone moved to the living room, party decoration strangely on the spot.
“We’re so sorry,” said the young man, Jake. “We thought the house was empty.”
“It’s not your fault,” Maria replied, forcing a smile. “It’s a huge misunderstanding.” She quickly dialed Tom.
“Hello, honey!” I thought you would end up now, “he said cheerfully as he got up.
“Tom,” Maria said, trying to keep her voice calm, “did you put our house on Airbnb?”
There was a pause. “Uh, yeah.” I thought we could make some extra money because you were out of town. “
Maria closed her eyes and took a deep breath. “Tom, I’m not out of town.” I planned a surprise party for you and now we have a few who think they rented our house. “
“Oh no, Maria, I’m sorry,” Tom replied, and it was sorry.
Maria looked at a couple who were sitting embarrassingly on the couch. “What are we doing now?”
Tom sighed. “I’m on my way home.” We’ll figure it out when I get there. “
Maria hung up and turned to the guests. “Tom is on the way.” We’ll solve it when it gets here. “
Jake got up. “We can find somewhere else to stay.” We don’t want to destroy your party. “
“No, stay,” Lisa said. “We have a lot of food and drink.” Join us. “
Emily smiled hesitantly. “Are you sure?”
“Absolutely,” Maria said with a smile. “The more cheerful.”
Tom arrived about fifteen minutes later and looked apologetic.
“I’m really sorry,” he said. “I just thought it would be nice to earn some other holidays for us.”
“Well, we’ll be surprised,” Tom, “Susan joked.
Jake and Emily ended up as a great sport about the situation. The party continued and everyone had a fantastic time.
“Herself to unexpected guests and surprising parties!” Dave toasted and picked up a glass. “Cheers!” Everyone bounced off and attracted glasses.
As the night continued, Maria couldn’t help but smile. Despite the unexpected turnover of events, it was the night to remember. And as far as the holiday is concerned, she and Tom would certainly take it soon – with an unforgettable story.
In the end, what started as a mix turned into an unforgettable and laughter-filleveninging. Despite the confusion and surprise of the Airbnb guests, the party continued and everyone turned unexpectedly.
Tom and Maria learned a valuable lesson in communication, but more importantly, they learned that sometimes the best memories come from the most courageous moments. When they looked around at their new friends and the joy they shared, they realized that this surprising side against all chances was one that they would appreciate forever – and the one that laughs for a lot of birthdays.