Bridal Shower from Auntie Sue

Saturday, January 23rd my Auntie Sue graciously hosted a bridal shower for me in Seattle so that family (and distant friends!) could be included in a wedding festivity. I was very touched at all the time and effort that people took to make this day a special one for me. I was also blown away at the generosity of people. I truly am blessed with great family and great friends!

Here's my Auntie Sue who did such a fabulous job on the bridal shower. From the fun games to the yummy tasting food her work and efforts were greatly appreciated!

A group shot of all the ladies that came. Since it's my blog I'm going to name them! Starting with the lady with her back to us and going clockwise there's Aunt Jeanne, Grandma Junkin, Aunt Barbara, Cousin Carrie, Bestamor (Grandma on Dad's side), Aunt Caroline, Krista (friend), Stephanie (friend), Mom, Kaylene (Mom's friend), Aunt Barbara, Me, Aunt Frances (hiding behind me), Katie (my sister), cousin Kristen (hiding behind Shirley), cousin Shirley, cousin Jennifer, and Auntie Sue. Hiding are cousin Mindy and cousin Diana. My family is huge! :-)

Auntie Sue thought up a great game. Groups were created and they each had the task to create a bridal veil for me to wear at the Rehearsal Dinner. I have to admit that these were the darn silliest things I'd ever seen. :-) The winner, as chosen by Auntie Sue, Cousin Barb, and Cousin Jennifer was Group Kristen (second from left in grey sweater). (I didn't want to play favorites so I didn't vote!) I'll admit I wasn't too surprised with the winning group. My mom was a part of that group and she is one of the most creative people I've ever known.

Holding my very pretty cake.

An up-close view of my very pretty cake.

It says Best Wishes Teresa andNate March 6, 2010

My sorority sisters Stepanie and Krista. I really appreciate the fact that while time and distance separates us we're still there for each other in the good and bad times.

Thanks again Auntie Sue for a great bridal shower. It's definitely one for the scrapbook!