The Parkers: Our Baby Shower

So Ilene & Chris hosted at their home (along with cohosts Monica & Storm and Connie & Rob) a shower for us while Mom & Dad were in town a couple of weeks ago. Yes, I said a couple of weeks ago, but I just now got some photos from it so I just now mention it. Of course, it was a great party and fun was had by all. Our pals were way too generous and we left with a criminal amount of loot! But it sure was appreciated, because I'm certain I don't know the half of what-all a baby needs yet! So to everyone who came to help us celebrate - THANKS! And to those who couldn't make it (esp family far away) - we missed you! We really did have a great time - it was more of a bbq for friends who brought us gifts than a traditional shower. I am NOT a fan of the silly games you often have to play at showers and mercifully Ilene didn't make us do any. Good times!

So yes, I also said "while Mom & Dad were here". They came in for that long weekend to help us do the nursery. I'd like to say "finish" the nursery but really aside from cleaning out the room, we started and finished that weekend. Something about having a set amount of time to have the help really kicks ya into gear. Plus Dad is not exactly known for leaving projects half done! Dad did all the painting and such (hardware, curtains, lights) for both the nursery and bathroom, James did most all the furniture-putting-together and Mom and I mostly did the shopping and accessorizing. Bruce of course supervised - MAN does he love his Grandpa Glen, "me and my shadow" kind of thing! Quite the team effort if I do say so. But we're thrilled with the result and super relieved it's done, since we're getting down to the wire, only about 4+ weeks to go! We have a few finishing touches to put in there so I should have pix up this weekend. But I leave you with a few from the shower (yes, of course I wore black - but it's a funny t-shirt!). The "pretty" shots still aren't done yet, don't hound me!