Baby Shower at Ann's

Photo: (Top) Mandy, Ann, and Davis with quilt from Grandmamma Mason, (Bottom) Gwen, Amanda, and Mandy

I figure I must have a pretty good self-image. When I look at myself in the mirror, I think I look pretty good. It's just little ol' me with a baby bump. Besides my belly, I'm not that big! However, when I look at photos of myself in this last month of pregnancy I can't help thinking, "Goodness, am I ACTUALLY that HUGE???" (no need to comment on this, everyone...) So, I figure, I'll just ignore the pictures and go with my mental image. I encourage you to do the same!

Yesterday, Sam's mom's side of the family--the Masons-- held a shower for me at Sam's Aunt Ann's house in Bloomington. It was wonderful! We even got some exciting news as soon as we arrived-- Sam's cousin Amy's adopted son was born the day before and her family is on the way to Nevada to pick him up! What a special time it is for our family with all the little ones being born in the last few years. Jessi's daughter Jo was a delight for everyone to pass around and cuddle. She is 4 months old. I couldn't help but think, "This is how big Robbie will be at Christmas! How exciting!" It was also fun to see her son Davis, who is growing like a weed!

I am always so stunned to see how generous people are when you are starting something new in your life be it graduation, a new marriage, or a new baby. Family and friends flood you with not only gifts to help you along, but encouragement, prayers, and love. How wonderful it is to have people in your life that care about you. What a blessing!

After I got home from the shower, Sam and I had a little show-and-tell with all the presents. We cooed and awed over all the little baby clothes, toys, and other goodies from the shower! Just think of how cute those little things will be when there is a baby in them! Happy day!