One Heck of a Party

Hellllo out there. I have re-entered the personal blogging scene solely to document one heck of a party.
Right now I am exactly seven months and 3 weeks with child, which equals 35 weeks, which is kind of a big deal (at least to me). Around this time of baby growing, if you're lucky a good friend will throw a bash to celebrate the future arrival of your lil' peanut. And my older, wiser, and much cooler sister, Tenille, did just that. The walls of Facebook erupted with praise when the first pictures of this epic event were posted, because it was just that, epic. It's being described as "Pinterest-worthy", "Intense", "Very cute", "Perfect!" and "Beautiful". Serious. All direct quotes there. Although I personally wasn't able to take any photos, I've rounded up some of the best shots from the party, so you can see the evidence for yourself, and I am sure you will agree that it fits all of the previous praise it received. Enjoy!

My mom and sister made these delectable bath bombs for party favors, and they are awesome. 

My mom did all of the flower arranging. She has mad skills. 

Every single one of those desserts were to die for. Like, for real.

I promise there were more than five of us, but I'd hate to post a picture of someone who didn't want it posted, especially since most of the shots I have are pretty candid and mostly of people eating... ;)

See what I mean. It was just the best combination of succulents, arrows, foxes, flowers, and teepees around. So, thanks Tenille for making it a day to remember. Above all, I just so appreciate everyone who helped welcome baby Smith-he is already so loved. The support and love that was shown really just means the world to Brandon and myself-so from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

Baby time.

Now don't be fooled. This is not an announcement. Actually this post represents a grand time we had on Saturday. Seriously, a very grand time. I had the opportunity to host a baby blast (a.k.a. a baby shower) for the lovely Lauren Woolley. She is having a precious little girl in just a few weeks, which you'd never guess because she's so tiny! 

The couple short hours on Saturday were filled with lots of giggling and some serious questions about when babies tear ducts develop. And because I know you're wondering it's not right when they are born, who would have known. I can say I did get that one right on the quiz, anyways...

I thought I would share a few pictures from this monumental event. As you might see the true crafty in me was let loose. I simply could not help it. I blame pinterest. And, I thank Brandon for humoring me, as always.

You might remember my picture wall, well it was revamped into baby galore. 

We had some great baby related quotes.

See, more great baby inspiring goodness. Also can I say I love The Help. Love it. Read it

 

We slightly gorged.

I got this idea from pinterest, aren't they simply darling!

We justified our gorging with fruit...dipped in marshmallow cream, cream cheese goodness.

And, I must thank Our Best Bites, they aided in providing these fail proof recipes.

This picture doesn't do the banner justice. Really, that took more time than it looks.

Everyone received a hand sanitizer. I am an advocate of reducing the spread of the common cold.

My wonderful and gorgeous husband spray painted these for me, and possibly hours before the shower began.

My super talented designer friend Alyssa created these for the shower. They turned out great!

Most everyone who was there. See what I mean by her cute little belly!

Candid shot.

Hanging out.

And more hanging out.

You've seen the evidence. It was one heck of a party. And I promise I was there, I was just behind the camera. But really, it was so much fun. So so much. Thanks Lauren for having a baby and letting us celebrate!