Sunday, September 14, 2008

Baby Shower Surprise!!!

Yesterday was a little more exciting than the norm. After being tricked as to what pretense I was spending the morning at Cammie's house, I was brought back home to a surprise baby shower! 

The details of how they got me out of the house and planned all of it are mildly exhausting, so let's just say that they did a great job working it all out and that Melinda is especially sneaky. In fact, I think I need to be more careful about who I let have a key... 

So, It was pajama themed (for my bed-rest, of course). We had snacky/sleepover food and waffles and almost everyone wore their pjs. 

Along with the surprise of an entire shower, I was also surprised by the presence of my out-of-state aunt, Veloy, who flew in for me! I couldn't believe it!

And of course I was blessed by an abundance of gifts to help with the arrival of Little Dude. It was almost overwhelming how generous everyone was. I couldn't be more grateful for the thought of a shower, the gifts, and on top of it all - making the drive to my house! Thank you!

(Sorry there are so many pictures. I tried to make a photobucket album, but it didn't work the way I wanted, so you get to scroll!)

Some of the cohorts...
Cammie (not her baby), Melinda and Alyson (and Ember).

Me - playing a game. 
(It was just about the only picture of me not 
making a stupid face or not paying attention or with 
an outfit in front of my face.)

The setup before anyone got there...
My furniture all rearranged.

The cute plate/drink table.

Food! And there were waffles and eggs that you can't see.
I LOVE breakfast... especially waffles.

Cake!

Cookies that Kelli made! yum.

A sample of the multitude of gift-opening pictures I have. haha.

Some of my sisters.
Alyson, Valerie, Karlie and Laura.

My Aunts.
Renae and Veloy
One from each side of the family.

And after stacking everything up - the loot.
Can you believe this? Thank you, thank you!

8 comments:

Tim and Jennifer said...

How fun! Your friends are so nice to do that. You deserved it. The pj theme was perfect!

Megan said...

aww it looks like you had a great time! The PJ theme was such a cute idea!

Bjarnson Family said...

Pookie I am glad you had a good time at your shower. It was very hard to keep it a secret and make sure that I was entertaining you enough. I hope we didnt ware you out to much.

Meagan said...

How fun!! It looks like you got a lot of great stuff. It's always fun to get together with friends and have a party :)

Anonymous said...

Oh looks like so much fun! I really wish I could have been there! I'm glad your friends are taking care of you!

Felicia H. said...

Your skin looks beautiful!

Anonymous said...

Thank you so much for the great time!!! It was a well needed time to get out! WoW I am seriously so excited for you, if you need anthing else just give me a call. Congradulations!!
Love,
Krista

Anonymous said...

Sorry I was out of state for the surprise. You have such wonderful friends because you are a good friend. Love, Mom