Bridal Shower Bliss

Saturday we had a busy start to our morning preparing for the party. I was up an extra two hours early and transformed myself into a one-woman hair salon fixing up not only my own do but my jr. bridesmaid and flower girl's as well. And they were oh-so-adorable. (But I'm so hiring someone to do our hair for the wedding!)

Then Rick had some difficulty tying his tie so the 8 year old helped him out

Ryan eventually came to the rescue and did it for him)

My future sister-in-law was in charge of games. The first was a "newly-wed" trivia questionnaire that I failed epically. I got only 10 out of 20 correct. Jo lovingly exclaimed, "Well, that's it then, they can't get married now!" It was however determined that I do in fact wear the pants in the relationship. After the games, we moved into the gifts. I can't wait to use my kitchen things now and I nearly forgot all about the beautiful milk glass pieces I picked out a few months ago at an antique shop while I was out with Rick's mom and aunts. They go perfectly with our backsplash!

Of course we got our ring pillow also, hand-stitched by mom. A family tradition

It was a beautiful day. The weather was perfect as ladies filled the gardens of Rick's childhood home. My aunt gave a meal blessing that brought more than just myself to tears. And I was overwhelmed by the amount of love and support Rick and I received this day. That sounds silly when I read it back but I really was taken aback by it. At times I hate the fact that I've been down this road before because it's very difficult not to compare and to feel un-deserving of all the support. I know my loved ones are happy for us and support this union a hundred times more. Even walking through pre-marital counseling with Rick I've said more than once how more than ever I know now that my previous engagement would never have made it down the aisle. Rick keeps reminding me that I'm stuck with him. I'm glad I am.