Baby shower

My cousin made the flower arrangements, and Joe's mom found the baby buggy. So cute together!

I had such a wonderful baby shower. Everything was beautiful!! Thanks to Joe's mom, his sisters, dad, my mom and the rest of the family who helped too! The entire day felt pretty surreal, this was a party for the baby girl Joe and I are about to welcome into the world.  Even as I wash and put away all the clothes and presents, I can't hardly believe Kate will be here soon and Joe and I will be parents.  I have dreamed of this time and it's all happening now. It brings on so many emotions! 

This outfit I'm holding (can't see the pants that match) is what my parents brought me home from the hospital in. My Mom saved it alllll these years and gave it to me so Kate can wear it home from the hospital.

This was the table of delicious food and deserts we had; I went back a few times!

Two proud Grandma's!

Excited Auntie's to be!

We were all so tired after the party. A little relaxing time and more visiting together, my favorite things!

I'm so thankful for all my family and friends who were able to make it to the shower, I felt so blessed.

My Dad drove me back home and stayed a few days with us. He was put to work helping Joe paint the entire house with a special primer (last renters smoked and the smell never went away), and then the regular color over that. They were exhausted!

Thanks Dad!! We love you!

Joe tried out the new baby carrier and felt he needed some weight in it to get the full effect.