May 30th Baby Shower - Clifton, Virginia

Humbled by Friendship

I've always known that I have been incredibly lucky in my life to have been blessed with the most caring, generous, loyal, and considerate friends that a girl could ever ask for . However, I was reminded yet again just how fantastic they are when BFFs Melissa, Kristi, and Cheryl (my sis) threw me yet another phenomenal shower at the historic Heart In Hand restaurant in old town Clifton, Virginia.
The weather was beautiful outside, and the drive to old town set the stage for a picture perfect baby shower. All of my dear friends were there; I was humbled to see everyone in one room celebrating the upcoming birth of my daughter. The quaint venue was decked out with pink and white roses on the tables and Melissa baked yummy sugar cookies as favors which were wrapped and decorated each place setting.
The cake; however, was the highlight of the room. Decorated to match the theme of my bedding with stars all over it and a bear in the middle, it was the most precious cake I have ever seen.
Mimosas, champagne, apple cider, and sparkling apple juice was served to start, and brunch was scrumptious as well. I received so many wonderful gifts; I cannot wait to get into the new house in a couple of weeks to begin setting up the nursery. All in all, Melissa, Kristi, and Cheryl did a wonderful job of making this a day I will never forget. Love you guys and thank you SO very much!

Memorial Day BBQ - The Kim's New House

Although the weather could have cooperated more, we still had a great time at Rich and Kristi's new house (or should I say, estate?) grilling out and playing beer pong. A few pics from that day compliments of Jo K. (that's her below:-)

May 16th Baby Shower - Rochester, New York

Showered With Love . . .

On May 16th in Rochester, New York my mother and sister threw me the most beautiful baby shower for my family and a few friends. Everything about the shower was perfect! From the pink and green colors to the lambs that decorated the tables and the gorgeous carousel playing baby lullabies, Cheryl and my mother certainly outdid themselves. No detail was spared and their hard work and planning I appreciated immensely.
Potted Gerber daisies decorated the tables and everyone took home mini ceramic pots and seeds for planting. The food and service at Northfield's was outstanding, and a great time was had by everyone. My only complaint was that it went by too fast . . .a blur almost. Some of my family members I had not seen in years . . .probably since my wedding, even, so it was great to spend some time catching up with them and being back in the Roch reconnecting with my roots, so to speak.
On my visit, I even got to go to the famed Lilac Festival, which I hadn't been to since I was a little girl. Funnel cakes and fried food . . .so fun!
Another highlight of the trip was getting to know my baby cousin, Melana. She is just about the most adorable little girl you could ever imagine.


Watching her explore and investigate things now that she is walking made me think of my soon-to-be-born daughter and all of the fun that is in store. Only a few more weeks to go before she is here!