My Bridal Shower!

This past weekend, my future Mother-in-Law, Ida, with help from my parents and bridesmaid Kathryn, threw me a lovely shower!  It took place at a restaurant called Carmines - but I think I will affectionately call it "that Italian restaurant with food and portions to die for!"

My mom, dad, sister, and 8 month old niece, Madelyne, flew in on Friday.  Ida flew in on Saturday.  It was a family packed weekend full of fun!

 

Ida, myself, and Kathryn 

My lovely Shower hosts!

Confetti and Favors (personalized lip balm! LOVE it!)

My mom and I  (love her)

My cousins and Aunt came! 

(my mom's sister)

The dessert presentation was awesome

(and yes, I took the leftovers home)

Ida gave a heartwarming speech

I make funny faces when opening presents!

My mom, sister, and I showing how big the pan is she bought me.

(we're obviously related)

((I heart this picture, lots))

Kathryn made my rehearsal bouquet out of bows!

Sarah shared comments I said as unwrapping gifts as potential things I will say on my wedding night!

("Where's the hole" --b/c I couldn't unwrap a gift... etc)

It was HILARIOUS!

My bridesmaids and I!

(My sister, Marlo, Kathryn, me, and Diana)

((Meagan couldn't make it, understandably))

I had such a lovely time!!!

What a Weekend!

Whew! I'm exhausted.  I need a weekend to recover from this past weekend's fun!  My family flew in, Mike's mom flew in, and we met up with Mike's dad and step-mom too.  My school's annual auction fundraiser took place too!

Once I have a chance to catch up, I will post more, especially about the shower, but for now, here are some pictures to tide you over!

I hope you all had a great weekend!