This weekend I had a surprise baby shower!  Walter was out of town at our dear friend, Jill’s, wedding.  He had a great time, got to visit with some old friends and took some great photos so I could enjoy the trip as much as possible while being forced to stay home (I can’t fly at this point in my pregnancy).  He’ll blog about his adventures soon I’m sure.

Well it turns out it was a good thing he was gone because he’s a horrible liar (which I’m grateful for).  Noah and I were to join my girlfriend Rachel and her family and inlaws for lunch in Delray on Saturday.  By Friday night there were a few holes in her story and I started to get suspicious.  Walter wouldn’t budge but I knew he knew something.  And while I started to question the real motives behind lunch I certainly never expected what I was about to walk into.  In a very short time Rachel pulled together the most beautiful and fabulous baby shower I’ve ever been to.  It was very intimate so I didn’t get overwhelmed (anyone who knows me knows that I hate surprises), the food was incredible and the love was palpable.  I teared up the minute I walked through the door (damn pregnancy hormones) but I wasn’t choked up for long.  I had an incredible time and recieved so many generous gifts.  I think Kate is going to need a second closet for all of her loot!  Gifts were sent from friends and family who live out of state as well and it was so touching to know they cared enough to participate from so far away.  The out of town cards said things like “Surprise – I really hope you’re not upset!” which made me laugh.  I guess everyone knows how I feel about being ambushed.  But this wasn’t like that at all and I couldn’t have been more flattered, honored, or blown away by all the hard work and selflessness that went into honoring Kate.  I tear up just thinking about it. 

Anyway, one of my great and very talented friends, Virginia, took photos.  She’s incredible and has such a big heart.  Here are a few of her teaser photos.  I will share the rest when I recieve them.  If you’re looking for an amazing photographer (she specializes in maternity, babies and families) you should definitely hire her!  You can see her work at www.virginiahartman.com. 

Two other amazing friends did all of the flowers for the shower.  My colleagues and great pals Nanda and Eduardo of Petunia Flowers (www.petuniaflowers.com) generously contributed every last petal.  Aren’t they super sweet and incredibly talented?!

Onto the photos -

Here are Noah and I entering.  We never use the front door at the Friedman’s so something was definitely up.  When we walked in everyone yelled “Surprise!!!” and Noah tripped on the door jam and fell straight to the floor.  I’m going to have to teach him how to be suspicious!

Friends and Family -

We met the three ladies in the foreground (everyone except Robby’s mom in the back) and Rachel at our birthing class three years ago.  We all have two year olds and have become such a great support for each other.

My mom (on the right) and long time family friend Delora, mom’s best girlfriend.

Rachel (the hostess) and I.  Did I mention she is the same Rachel who painted Kate’s mural?  It’s such an honor to have such great friends!

My mom, sister, niece and I                                   My girlfriend Raven and I with Virginia’s hunk Nate

  

Katherine (my mother), Claire (Walter’s mother) and Katherine Claire (ok, and Noah and I)

Shower details -

     

I’ve wanted to make Kate a very whimsical paper crane mobile for her room but I haven’t had the time.  Rachel thought of everything!  Now Kate will have a paper crane mobile from everyone!  Each guest made a peace crane for her.  How sweet!

More fabulous flowers!

  

Virginia had to leave before we got to gifts.  I’m sure I’ll get a few photos from other people at some point.  While everything was so amazing I have to say I was most shocked to recieve Kate’s bedding at the shower.  My sister (who has been stringing me along for weeks) finished it and sent it for the shower.  I’ll post a picture of the made bed soon.  It’s beyond gorgeous!

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