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Baby Shower Extravaganza!

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This past weekend our moms and sisters threw us a most wonderful baby shower in the Chicago area. It was a lot of fun to see family and friends we haven't seen in a while, and to have them guess the approximate circum- ference of my belly, of course. It has been very satisfying to my nesting urges to stock the nursery upon returning from the shower, too! Lucy has taken quite a liking to a yellow ducky that is supposed to be reserved for baby's bath time, and she has been checking out the baby swing as well.

Here are some pictures of the event. Thanks to all who were with us, and to those of you who couldn't be! We are so blessed to have such a supportive and loving family.

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Anonymous said…
It just makes me smile to see how happy you both are. We are so blessed as a family! Love you all so much,
Love Dainty Mom & Dad
PS: Who is the wonderful photographer?
August 27, 2008 at 6:44 PM
Mrs. Johnson's 4th grade said…
nikki,
you are the cutest pregnant momma!
i hope you didnt get any msu stuff...it's perfect really, we'll have daughters to continue the feud :)
of course ryan will throw tennessee and notre dame in the mix :)
are you feeling like you'll be pregnant forever yet? :)
i was pretty sure the baby was never coming out! :)
August 29, 2008 at 6:40 AM
ses said…
i'm still laughing about the fact that the only boy to attend your shower guessed the exact circumference of your growing belly. what a fun evening. hope that all of "baby girl dainty's" things have found a place in your home! great to see you two (and 1/2).
August 30, 2008 at 8:35 AM
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