We attended a Bridal Shower for my lovely niece and it was delightful in every way.
It was held in a large room which lent itself so well for decorations and accommodated the many friends and family members who came to offer their Best Wishes.
I was really thrilled to see the many little touches that turned this special occasion into a real social event! All the guests were given their own stem glass with a "blackboard" base and a fresh piece of white chalk tied with a ribbon in wedding colors, black or red, to personalize it.
Beverages were served in wonderful decanters. Fruit Sangria for those who imbibe, lemonade and iced tea.
Many Shower guests brought a favorite bottle of wine to help the couple start their wine cellar. These gifts were placed in a couple of old wooden crates.
Near the wine collection was this whimsical "initial" of the groom's surname made out of corks!
Other elegant touches included vases of different varieties of white flowers placed on table runners of burlap that was edged in white lace!
Near the clever coffee service, a Keurig machine ready to make each guest a "perfect cup", stood this custom photo collage book filled with many pictures highlighting stages of Lindsay's life.
The Hostesses for this Bridal Shower were two very close friends of Lindsay. Both of these young mothers did a spectacular job and their little ones seemed to enjoy it all!
In fact, babies were in abundance and welcomed on the invitation. It really reminded me of how "Showers" are such a social tradition for women from every generation. For instance, the lady in the halter dress above is the great-grandmother of the baby in polka dots, and the baby with the hair bow had her great-grandmother present as well! Those are two different families!
Showers are far more than gift giving occasions. They are a "right of passage" and a chance to really share in a friend or loved one's good fortune and happiness. Some of us remember when it was our turn to be the "Bride-to-Be" and others perhaps look forward to their special day...
Shower guests included the bride's Mom, Sisters, Grandmother, Holly and other very special friends of the family,
the Groom's family and friends,
And members of my own family!
We nibbled on delicious treats, prepared and presented beautifully!
Besides all of the visiting between many people that I have known for thirty years, all of us sharing in the heart-felt joy of this happy occasion, there was a bounty of gifts to outfit the soon to be Misses' home.
We all had a big laugh when someone lost the clothespin game!
A beautiful fondant icing cake was served toward the end of our wonderful time together.
Wishing you every happiness, Lindsay! We all love you so much!!!
