Friday, February 20, 2009

A Shower For Rachel

My good friend Rachel just had her baby boy. He is so cute. It makes me wonder how women ever stop from having babies. I held him and immediately thoughts of another went through my head. Too bad I am struggling with the four I have. I might be persuaded to give it another go. (that is only if a surrogate mother were involved). He fits in your arms just right. And he is still in that gumby stage were babies mold themselves right to your body. I held him for maybe 30 minutes and he totally gave me those tremors of awe, peace, and reverence that only babies can give.

Rewind....

Three weeks ago almost, I had a shower for Rachel and mystery baby boy (since named Benjamin or Gingermen if you ask Kate). I wanted it to be super special to compensate for not throwing one for her when she had Ashley (she didn't want to do it before the baby, because they didn't know the gender and I went out of town shortly after she was born and then Rachel left town...it just never happened). I found some great ideas on Marthastewart.com. I had so much fun making the cake, and block framed mirror. The mobile was not so much fun. Anyway, here are some pics from the evening. I love when friends have babies. What better excuse could there be to have a celebration!



8 comments:

Nicole said...

Oh Jenny- how cute! Your mirror turned out awesome- I think the mobile looks cute- was it just a pain to make? Cute cake!

Anonymous said...

Wow, Jenny, you out did yourself. The cake is awesome and the mirror too. I bet it was a real hit.
Love
Mom

Fisher Family said...

You are such a great host. I bet Rachel was thrilled. Such a fun cake and great idea for the mirror too.

Jamie C. said...

THe mirror turned out so great! After 4 years, I still have that in my to-do file...literally. One day I'll have to get your tips on how to do it. You sure are a great hostess, I wish I could have been there! Love the update on here! Keep it up!

Familia Bethers said...

YOU NEVER CEASE TO AMAZE ME WITH YOUR TALENTS AND ABILITIES! You are a wonderful friend, and a fabulous mother and wife! Miss you!

Sarah said...

Looks awesome, I'm sorry I couldn't make it. Did Chase give you the gift I dropped off that day--it was just an envelope . . .

You really are a great hostess--whether it's a shower for a friend or a small get-together, I love how you share your heart and home!

Andrea said...

That cake looks to cute to eat! and also very time consuming. Where do you find the time. I love it. Awesome job!!

Kath said...

Jennifer, this is ADORABLE! All of it, the cake, the mirror...you are so TALENTED!