October2013: "Surprise" Baby Shower!

Last night at our end of the (school) year gathering for Monday night bells, the ladies organized a surprise baby shower for me and Daniel. I'd had an inkling (ahem, Mum and others) - it was so sweet and nice to celebrate with people who are as excited as I am. It was hosted by a lady who rescues/fosters Italian greyhounds (click for info) and we all enjoyed playing with the pups and admiring her sweet Chihuahua Phoebe. I can't believe I have no pics of the pups!

We started the night out on Elaine's gorgeous deck with fruit, crackers, margaritas (not for me!) and bell cookies and then headed inside for cake and gifts. First off, here's one of the sweet cupcakes:

Daniel and I were well and truly spoiled with cute wee outfits. B was especially glad to see that they were "boyish" as he has proclaimed anything yellow or gender neutral to be "girly". . . *sigh*

I love that animals seem to be popular for little boy clothes - I'm a huge fan of the cheerful animal outfits. This romper is too sweet!

Kirsten found this onesie with the happy dogs - not sure if they're boxers or bulldogs but we're going with boxers! The orange top behind is like a rugby shirt with a dog on the pocket and then there are pants to match. I have a feeling this will be snuggly come November!

This "little speedster" onesie would be cute anyway - but look at the turtle on the butt of the matching pants!!

Daniel also received some crib sheets, sheet savers, and swaddle blankets - very nice to begin using his dresser!

Add to that the softest blanket ever made and it's safe to say this kid will be cuddly and warm all winter!

Daniel's staff (aka, mom and dad) were also blessed with a carrier so that the little man will be able to see everything that's going on around him - no infant car carrier on the floor for this kid!