Saturday, January 21, 2012

Baby Ratliff Shower

I hosted a small shower for my cousin as they are expecting a baby girl in March.  Bowen Kate is her name, and I love her already.

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The parents-to-be, Katie and Jason.

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The present thief.

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My two favorite Aunts.

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The Daddy and the Grandma.

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I found this recipe for About to Pop Popcorn on this lovely blog.  It was a hit.  Particularly with one little kernel.

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He guarded it with his life and picked the M&Ms out.  Luckily, people think he’s cute.

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Me {looking like I didn’t have time to brush my hair} and the beautiful Mommy-to-be.

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We tried to take a picture with James, but he stuck an M&M in my mouth.

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Getting their parenting practice.

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Our cousins and best friends.

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Katie and Jason opened presents, and even James got a couple.  We played Baby Gift Bingo, tried to keep James from ruining all this poor baby’s stuff, and I forgot to take pictures of them opening presents!  Some hostess I am.

Before we knew it, we were approaching naptime.  James was wound up and had just eaten about two pounds of sugar.  So we said goodbye to our guests and sat down for the first time of the day.

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James laid down with on Uncle Jim.

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We love you, Jason, Katie and Baby Bowen.  I cannot wait to welcome this baby into our family.  You two are going to be great parents!

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1 comment:

  1. It was a wonderful shower and you were the most gracious hostess! I know Jason and Katie were very blessed!!

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