Shower

I promised a baby shower post, so here it is.  Our shower was on the 28th and it was great.  I felt a little guilty making my aunts plan yet another shower since we just got married and had a bridal shower last May.  But they came through as usual, and it was so nice to see everyone.  Plus, the food was from Pluckers and my mom made an awesome cake.

We probably got close to our home's capacity with all the guests, but it never felt crowded.  We appreciated everyone coming and had lots of fun catching up with people we hadn't seen much since I've been pregnant.  It was also nice to show off the nursery, and especially helpful to have a deadline to get the nursery finished by (seriously, up late the night before finishing).

Of course, there were also gifts.  Scratch that - a TON of gifts.  We seriously know the most generous people in the world.  It really eased a lot of stress knowing we would not go broke buying necessities for the baby.  Afterward, we felt okay about the baby coming whenever he's ready because we are now prepared.  So thanks to everyone for hanging out and for everything you gave us!  We can't tell you how much we love and appreciate you!

Here are some pictures of the fantastic day:

Some of the guys hanging out

Games

Gift Getting

The cake my mom made:

My aunt Paula (one of the hostesses) and I

A not-so-great picture of pregnant me with my Aunt Karen (another hostess) and Grandma

The gift table (actually, piano)

The set up

Thanks again everyone!

Oh, almost forgot.  Cory's office threw us another awesome shower on the 3rd.  They had so many great things to eat, and it was so nice to meet his coworkers.  They were also very generous and gave us even more great gifts.  We thanked everyone with homemade chocolate chip cookies and of course thank you notes.  So thanks to everyone at Capitol Services too!