Some call them "baby showers"... a social "sprinkling" of well wishes for the mother to be....showered with gifts and attention. Not only did I want Shannon to be "showered"... I wanted her to experience a full on "baby bath"... a complete immersion in the love and care of those SHE always cares for. Soaked with the attention of those she loves.... drenched in the celebration of the life she carries...lotioned up in delicious food and company...and then snuggly wrapped up in the warm hugs of those who care - walking away with a fresh, undeniable knowledge that she is adored - and special - and worth every bit of the effort.
Being the recipient of so much attention can prove uncomfortable for someone who is a seasoned "giver".... the one who is always trying to lift someone else. All the more reason she deserved this "Baby Bath".
She is my brother's wife...in giving this to her...I also give to him....and their little Addison to-be.
When I talked to her about the cake I wanted to order...she protested and told me that she is "low maintenance" and doesn't need anything that nice. I quickly told her that just because she is low maintenance doesn't mean I have to treat her like she is.
From that conversation on - I was more determined than ever to give her a "baby bath"in which she couldn't possibly walk away "dry". Love would be poured upon her until she dripped with the gooey goodness that fills each of our hearts for her. I wanted to give her what she deserved. And so I did.
Nope. No Walmart Cake-Wreck for her
Only the best...for the best.
An Addi-Bell Tree....
complete with pacifiers...teethers...and hair accesories.
There was food for the bellah.
There were friends for the soul.
Future RS General Presidency?
There were babies to remind her of what is to come.
And there were little girls to show her what Addison will grow into - in the blink of an eye.
(no - she was not married in an Indian wedding ceremony...her brother hit her in the head with a train track, I believe)
My favorite part was having her family there and feeling how deeply they esteem her.
Beautiful women.
You can see the love in their eyes.
Of course she was spoiled with gifts.
It was a perfect "baby bath"...I hope she felt "drenched".
I know they did. :)
From that conversation on - I was more determined than ever to give her a "baby bath"in which she couldn't possibly walk away "dry". Love would be poured upon her until she dripped with the gooey goodness that fills each of our hearts for her. I wanted to give her what she deserved. And so I did.
Nope. No Walmart Cake-Wreck for herOnly the best...for the best.
An Addi-Bell Tree....
complete with pacifiers...teethers...and hair accesories.
There was food for the bellah.
There were friends for the soul.
Future RS General Presidency?
There were babies to remind her of what is to come.
And there were little girls to show her what Addison will grow into - in the blink of an eye.
(no - she was not married in an Indian wedding ceremony...her brother hit her in the head with a train track, I believe)My favorite part was having her family there and feeling how deeply they esteem her.
Beautiful women.
You can see the love in their eyes.
Of course she was spoiled with gifts.
It was a perfect "baby bath"...I hope she felt "drenched".
I know they did. :)
I love you Shanaynay.
It was truly the best showah I've ever had!! Thanks so much to the wonderful hostess and all of her helper elves. Addison is surely grateful as well. Her wardrobe quadrupled in size! Thanks again for a great day! :D
ReplyDeletethat cake is SO SO SO SO cute! The duckies go great with the "bath" theme. YOU are a giver, Sarah! I admire how you put so much thought into everything you do...it is full of L-O-V-E for everyone in your nest.
ReplyDeleteI've never seen a tree like that...fun idea, especially for her first baby. totally cute.