Showered with Love

Well, I always knew that I was pretty fortunate, but I've been "showered with love" and then some the last couple of months! First, my wonderful colleagues at school through a baby shower to welcome our, little guy! We received some great diaper cakes, our pack and play, a Floppy seat, a Boppy, baby toiletries, books, receiving blankets, onesies, Buckeye gear, gift cards galore, and more! We are definitely fortunate to be surrounded by such giving people. Thanks, ISES staff!
















Look, he'll be sporting Scarlet and Gray in no time!!!!

Cheese! ISES pals Shannon and Amanda pose with the mother-to-be!

Yep, it's going to be a BOY!!!




Then, we went to PA, where my family really outdid themselves! A huge thank you to my mother for all of her touches...she's amazing...from cookies to favors, good eats, and more! Thank you to Aunt Jeanne, too, for opening up her home and cooking too! Thanks to Aunt Janice for the delicious cake and to Aunt Jonelle for cooking as well. Of course, thank you to the rest of the ladies in the family as well...we were really all set up for Jacob's arrival because of you. We received our stroller/car seat, high chair, diaper bag, blankets, onesies, bath necessities, gift cards a plenty, puzzles, crib sheets, clothing, and more!!!! You all are wonderful; I'm so flattered by your thoughtfulness. Jacob is pretty lucky to be coming into such an amazing family!

Shell, Aunt Mindy, Jenny, and Aunt Linda pose for the camera....glad Shell and Jenny got the "Wear Blue" memo I missed!

...and there was even blue punch...gosh, my Mom is good!





Rachel is the game hostess...she did a fabulous job! Watch out, Vana!

Below, Emily thinks she might have the answer!







Me posing with my Aunt Jonelle

Shell, me, and Jenny











[above] Carrie (Jeff's girlfriend), me, and Jaime (Josh's fiance')

All the ladies in the family...aren't we a lovely bunch?!?!?!








Above, my Mom (aka "Grammy") and me; below, Aunt Linda and Jenny

Josh trying to hide behind the baby/belly....for once, I'm okay with it!

THANKS AGAIN TO ALL OF MY FAMILY!! WE LOVE YOU ALL VERY MUCH!!!!

I also want to say a huge thank you to two of my bestest friends Holly and Brandie for throwing a shower for me in Ohio; unfortunately, I forgot my camera that day, so I don't have any pics. (I think someone managed to snap a few, so maybe I can add those on later.) Of course, it was great and nice to have a relaxing time with friends. Thank you so much for doing that for Jim, Jacob, and myself. I'm blessed to have you both in my life. I love ya!