On September 18th, my friends, family and colleagues threw me an intimate yet FUN baby shower for my second child due to be born October 23rd. I did not have a baby shower for my first born Amaya because we were in the military and away from home. But I was lucky enough to celebrate the arrival of my second daughter, with my first born daughter and I was so surprised and thankful for how it turned out. I felt so supported, and Amaya also felt special and it was an amazing time.
Even the invitees that could not make it, made it a point to get baby Morgan a gift. And my host, Tara, and I had a fun yet stressful (at times) time planning the shower. Amaya and I made it our mission to make Michaels Arts and Crafts our second home and even Eric got in on the fun. I've learned things about myself, and was able to see how supported I am by those I surround myself with.
So without further ado, below are the pictures of all those who attended and some fun facts.
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| Dress and Tutu hand crocheted by Willis & Cro! It was so comfortable and what is better than custom?! Nothing. And I got a free gift of a flower crown for Baby! |
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| Myself, Janie, Janice and Amaya...two special ladies! |
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| Amaya was such a big helper with Baby Huck, my colleagues (Tiffany's) newborn baby boy |
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| Fatima, Myself, Tara and Amaya. My host Tara and friend Fatima were nothing but helpful during the planning of the baby shower. Fatima prepared and brought delicious food: salsa, chicken salad, jello salad (so sweet and delicous) and something else. But it was all amazingly good. She needs to be a chef already :) |
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| Tiffany and I! |
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| Krystle and I! |
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| Tiffany and Geniel (owner of the home), both are my colleagues. Tiffany was so sweet to get me the Kiinde, which I cannot wait to use, and to even attend after giving birth three weeks ago was shocking but so supportive! Geniel bought baby and Amaya a gift, which was not necessary but so sweet to include Amaya and make her feel special. |
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| Tara (Host) and my colleague Krystle! |
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| Me, Shaquitha and Aja (with the braces) lolol |
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| Just me and my cousin! Love her! |
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| This was just a portion of the food. The queso made by Tara was delish, Salsa made by Fatima, and shrimp and grits made by Geniel. There was a bunch of other food and drinks for everyone and it was so good. |
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| Myself, Jan and Geniel |
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Me and my love getting ready! Don't mind the floors, Geniel (owner of the home) was in the process of renovating the back part of her home. The home was beautiful and so open and great lighting :)
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| Amaya and I after we had just arrived at Geniel's house. We were so fortunate that Geniel opened up her home and helped put on a great party. |
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| Amaya and I with my dear friend and Baby Shower Host: Tara! She was amazing, so positive and beyond helpful. I couldn't have asked for a better host. |
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| This was the first photo of the shower. Tara had such a great idea to have a photo booth! It was used by everyone and such a hit! |
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| More Decorations! |
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| This was the open back frame I bought, painted, and used as the guestbook and "Well Wishes for the Baby". It's going to look so good above the crib. |
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| The end result. Love it! |
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| Up above is the DIY tassel garland I made with twine and tissue paper for under $6. It was so easy and so much fun. |
