There was so much detail, love and hard work put into everything. I was overwhelmed by all the details and loveliness that was shown. From the invitations to the photographer. The strawberry shortcake bar to the balloon wall, they defiantly thought of everything! I was in complete shock when I walked into the house and saw Jennifer and right then I knew they had gone above and beyond to make this day so special for me.
Planning a wedding while having access to Pinterest meant I had to always have a reality check after I'd get done pinning ideas. You see all these amazing venues, decorations and personal touches. So when I kept seeing pictures for bridal shower's, I knew I needed to give myself a reality check once again...honestly some of the pictures on there looked like they came straight out of a wedding magazine...where everything was staged for a photo shoot. The second I saw what Mari-Beth and Kristin had created, all of those 'wants' and 'hopes' were now my reality. Honestly they give me a bridal shower that I thought the closest I'd get was pinning it!
The personal touches were in abundance
decorations were from a magazine
love was spilled everywhere
photo opportunities were created
bar was stocked
bartender was pouring amazing drinks
loved ones were there
food was delicious
giggles were heard everywhere
my favorite dessert was there
tears were shared with my sister
memories were made
After saying hi to everyone and taking in all the wonderful details it was off to enjoy a delicious drink made by the one and only Kylie!
Once we all mingled, giggled, sipped and chatted it was time to enjoy all of the yummy treats out in the backyard! We had a delicious lunch out in the beautiful backyard
One of the amazing details was Advice for the Bride. They were at each place setting during lunch and everyone gave some wonderful advice to me as I take this new step in life. Some made me giggle, some made me almost shed a tear and all of them made me feel loved...
Advice for the Bride to be
Always...
laugh together
keep your marriage a priority
eat his kill
write a 'honey do' list
kiss each other in the morning
keep your sense of humor
say I love you
remember why you got married
kiss your hubby good night
tell him how handsome he is
be opened with each other
show respect for each other
put out
Don't ever...
complain about the fish
beat him in a arm wrestle match
say hurtful things or do them
go to bed mad at each other
keep your feelings in
make him wear v-necks
clean his fish
lose yourself
go to bed mad...say up and fight it out!
Sometimes you have to...
let him make an important decision
booze it up
count to ten
do things you'd rather not
let Naaman think he is right
admit when you are wrong
overlook each others flaws
back down
bite your lip
give more then you take
pick up his spitters
go fishing with him
give in and say you are sorry
just have sex
realize 'it doesn't matter'
be wrong...when you're not
build him up
take your clothes off
Make sure he always...
gets the concept of 'happy wife, happy life'
puts down the toilet seat
kisses you goodbye
gives you hugs....often
remembers your anniversary
knows you support him
helps you clean
feels loved
knows he is number 1
continues to fish and do what he loves
has clean socks
is honest
knows how much you love him
pays his life insurance
puts you first
goes fishing when he wants
is respectful
has sex
makes time for you
has time for himself
takes out the trash
Don't forget to...
make babies
tell each other you love them
count your blessings & forgive easily
spend quality time together
always look for happiness
swap spit daily
go fishing together
pick your battles (you taught me that)
laugh often
wax
say what you feel
thank each other for the little things
laugh together
surprise him
pray for him
Remember that a lasting marriage is built on...
the love of food & great make out sessions
trust & a good sense of humor
unconditional love & communication
laughter & friendship
loving & supporting each other
Naaman loving Alyssa & you respecting Naaman
faith & support
fuzzy sheets & blankets
honesty & love making
craziness & viagra
cuddles & snuggles
forgiveness & dedication
I wish you both...
lots of love and all the best
so much joy & laughter - and sex once a year (at least!)
all the happiness in the world
much love & fun
look at each other the same way you do on your wedding day
the best
a long happy marriage filled with love and babies
fun
a loving, happy marriage
lots of shots and parties
nothing but happiness
the best of the best
bliss & joy
spontaneous joy & sexy nights
all the love and happiness you deserve
...for many years to come
After enjoying the sunshine, yummy food and great conversation it was back inside for games and presents
After all the presents it was time to say goodbye to this wonderful Shower. But of course we had to have a little photo shoot before everyone left
So many important and loving women in my life were there and it was such an overwhelming feeling knowing that all of them had touched my life in one way or another. I still can't believe that the shower was the last 'event' before our wedding, how is that even possible? But we both are so ready to rock this wedding and finally be married!
The gorgeous flowers: Lucy's Informal Flowers
Thank you Lucy for bringing such beauty to the shower. Your flowers are always top notch, and I can't wait to see all your amazing work & love durning our big day.
The perfect pictures: Gorge-Us Photography
Thank you Jennifer for the ultimate gift. It was such a joy knowing you were getting every picture that I would have been trying to get, as I was trying to enjoy this special day with loved ones. It is amazing to have this day photographed and you did such an amazing job!
The beautiful Drinks: Kylie
Thank you so much Kylie for everything! You are such a sweetheart and make a lovely drink! Your drinks get better and better every time...and you know I am always willing to sample new drink ideas for you!
The yummy food: Delish Delivered
Thank you for the wonderful spread of delicious food! It all turned out beautiful and tasted amazing!
The whole shebang: Kristin & Mari-Beth
You two are rock stars! I know you two put so much into this, and it showed. You guys are a great team and I owe you tons of girls nights filled with many drinks for every thing you did for me!
Thank you so much Mari-Beth and Kristin (and everyone else who helped) you made this day truly special, and I will never forget it. I love the bracelets MB, that was so thoughtful! You in your robe, with your hair wrapped up in a towel...standing in the middle of your driveway with tears coming down your face as you give me this little gift, and saying how proud of me you are, and so happy to have Naaman join the family, will be a memory I'll cherish forever! I can't say thank you enough, but just know that everything you did was perfect. Thank you for putting so much time and love into every single thing you did! I will repay you by throwing you girls some pretty stellar baby showers:)
