**I realized as I was about to publish this post that it includes tons of pictures showing Precious Boy's name... So I guess now is the time for the rest of the world to know the name we have chosen for our little peanut: Caleb. We'll write more later on how & why we chose this name for our son...
On Sunday two wonderful family friends Cathy & Connie gave me an amazing baby shower in Houston. This was not a small undertaking given all that had happened in Houston the previous week with Hurricane Ike! Until a few days before the shower we weren't even sure if there would be electricity! Fortunately Connie's power was restored and we were able to have a fun-filled celebration with family and friends. I was blessed to have many long-time friends there and lots of family members.
The shower was adorable! They used primary colors and toys to decorate and the cake matched everything as well. There was an awesome diaper cake and a framed photo of our first visit with Caleb for everyone to sign.
We got so much awesome stuff! I could hardly believe all the presents, including several of our 'big items' like the stroller, infant carrier & exersaucer. We also got many other wonderful, useful items and lots of personalized gifts too.
It is so humbling to have so many people care for us and be a part of this new phase in our lives. It's overwhelming what God has done for us over the past few months. He has given us a son we prayed for and continued to surround us with loving, supportive friends and family. Their joy for us is incredible and I couldn't ask for a better network of support as we near the end of this journey. To everyone who came to be a part of the special day and to Cathy & Connie for hosting a beautiful shower - thank you very much from the bottom of my heart!
Here are a few pictures from the day:
We got so much awesome stuff! I could hardly believe all the presents, including several of our 'big items' like the stroller, infant carrier & exersaucer. We also got many other wonderful, useful items and lots of personalized gifts too.
It is so humbling to have so many people care for us and be a part of this new phase in our lives. It's overwhelming what God has done for us over the past few months. He has given us a son we prayed for and continued to surround us with loving, supportive friends and family. Their joy for us is incredible and I couldn't ask for a better network of support as we near the end of this journey. To everyone who came to be a part of the special day and to Cathy & Connie for hosting a beautiful shower - thank you very much from the bottom of my heart!
Here are a few pictures from the day:
The adorable sign in table:
The yummy cake made by my favorite Houston cake lady:
The framed family photo, diaper cake & shower favors:
A close up of the diaper cake:
The hostesses and me... I swear I'm not 6 feet tall, they are just petite ladies! ;)
With my Mom & Bryan's Mom
With my Mom :)
With my 2 sister in laws and our Moms
8 comments:
Looks like a fabulous day! I bet having all that great stuff around is making it all feel more "real"!
How much fun! Do you guys have an expected date to bring Caleb home? I bet the anticipation is killing you! How exciting!! :)
What a great celebration. I love the diaper cake as well as the actual cake. Looks yummy!! I love the name Caleb by the way.
You got your hair cut!! It looks great. It's the first thing I noticed. Love all the goodies. I'm SO excited for you!!
I've been a "lurker" for quite awhile but just wanted to tell you how happy I am for you and your husband. It looks like it was a lovely shower. Congratulations!
Linda in NC
Looks like a wonderful shower!!!
-jes
What a lovely shower! I'm glad you are celebrating and enjoying during the wait.
I LOVE the diaper cake and CALEB is a lucky little guy with a strong and honored name!
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