Baby Celebration

Thanks to everyone that was able to celebrate Baby with me this weekend. It was wonderful company. A special thank you to my mom who managed to pull everything together with the help of my aunt, cousins and grandma. You ladies did a fabulous job!



Everyone had to guess how big the belly was but before they guessed they had the opportunity to give the belly a hug. Grandma Elaine came the closest at only 1/4 of an inch off. Alaina came in second with a guess of 36 inches. Way to go Alaina!




Most of the ladies at the shower already know what it's like to be pregnant. But just to remind them, we played a balloon relay where everyone had to put a balloon between their legs and waddle from one side of the yard to the other. The last person had the honors of popping the balloon by sitting on it.



Mom's baking skills were put to the test. My ultimate request for the baby shower was that there was Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting. Mom pulled through and even added some flare with the carrot shavings placed perfectly on top.



We got lots of great gifts from everybody. I was surprised to see that everything was different. Baby is set with cute outfits and fun toys. Of course mom and dad got some stuff too.

Too Perfect! Mom is already the Smart Cookie, Dad is already the Cookie Monster and now Baby is the Tough Cookie! :)
Stroller


Everyone got a ponytail palm as a thank you for coming gift. This was Mom's idea. You see, when I was born she received a baby ponytail palm. She has kept it as the years have gone on. Now, 27 years later it is still in a pot. She refuses to plant it in the ground in case she moves. So as a symbol of life and her baby having a baby, every guest received a ponytail palm for. Pretty cool, I think.



What a great time I had with the best family and friends anybody could ask for! See everyone again soon, when I'm a momma!