Ok, so I'm playing catch up. These are a bit out of order, but I've got bigger priorities now.
Have I mentioned what wonderful family and friends I have? I was lucky enough to have 2 baby showers!! The first was hosted by my mom and sisters in Colorado. I was heading back home to attend my 10 year high school reunion, and while I was in town, they threw a shower. Unfortunately I didn't really have much of a belly to show off at that point, but there was a small hint of a bump. The party was small, and my sister Shannon couldn't make the trip out, but we had a lovely time. Janel drove out from Kearney, NE, and brought my wonderful niece and nephew with her. The decorations were so cute and creative (I've come to expect nothing less from my super-mom sister Janel!) We had a great time enjoying the unusually warm October weather, and of course the fabulous company!
Here are some pictures Janel took throughout the day:
Baby shower #2 was in February in St. Louis, and hosted by my wonderful friends.
The girls I went to OT school with are an amazing bunch. I love that we have all kept in touch, with great credit to the wonders of technology that allows us so many forms of communication. Anyway... with Austin's impending arrival, the girls wanted to throw me (us) a shower. So, my best friend Emily (Austin will know her as Aunt Emily), and my good friends Katie and Marie collaborated to create a wonderful baby shower. There were fun baby-themed decorations, delicious food, fantastic company, and most importantly: no crazy baby games! Emily hosted the shower at her house and made delicious foods, and Marie and Katie were in charge of decorations and desserts. I couldn't have asked for more!! It's always fun to see friends from the different parts of your life all together in one room. It was humbling to know all these people cared so much about me to gather together and spend a night celebrating me and the life John and I had created.
I was preoccupied with eating, chatting and opening gifts, so all the photos are courtesy of Marie.
Have I mentioned what wonderful family and friends I have? I was lucky enough to have 2 baby showers!! The first was hosted by my mom and sisters in Colorado. I was heading back home to attend my 10 year high school reunion, and while I was in town, they threw a shower. Unfortunately I didn't really have much of a belly to show off at that point, but there was a small hint of a bump. The party was small, and my sister Shannon couldn't make the trip out, but we had a lovely time. Janel drove out from Kearney, NE, and brought my wonderful niece and nephew with her. The decorations were so cute and creative (I've come to expect nothing less from my super-mom sister Janel!) We had a great time enjoying the unusually warm October weather, and of course the fabulous company!
Here are some pictures Janel took throughout the day:
The spread
Delicious!
The baby tree, colored photos of me, black and whites of John
Titus guarding the treats in style
Such good company
Presents!
Colby representing the older boys crowd
Holding Titus
Just before Titus nearly fell out of his arms
Grandma got Brinley a sleeping bag
Getting some practice in before my little one arrives
And we couldn't come to Colorado without stopping for donuts before church!!
Baby shower #2 was in February in St. Louis, and hosted by my wonderful friends.
The girls I went to OT school with are an amazing bunch. I love that we have all kept in touch, with great credit to the wonders of technology that allows us so many forms of communication. Anyway... with Austin's impending arrival, the girls wanted to throw me (us) a shower. So, my best friend Emily (Austin will know her as Aunt Emily), and my good friends Katie and Marie collaborated to create a wonderful baby shower. There were fun baby-themed decorations, delicious food, fantastic company, and most importantly: no crazy baby games! Emily hosted the shower at her house and made delicious foods, and Marie and Katie were in charge of decorations and desserts. I couldn't have asked for more!! It's always fun to see friends from the different parts of your life all together in one room. It was humbling to know all these people cared so much about me to gather together and spend a night celebrating me and the life John and I had created.
I was preoccupied with eating, chatting and opening gifts, so all the photos are courtesy of Marie.
Katie modeling with her cupcakes
Katie the baker with her DELICIOUS oreo cake pops
Ducky punch
Ellie loving on Sadie
Diaper decorating
3 pregnant girls
Marie: 6 months, Me: 8 months, Andrea: 4 months
Ellie needed in the picture
Thank you everyone for the showering of gifts and love. John, Austin, and I are all overwhelmed by your graciousness and love!!
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