Documenting an event

Last Thursday, Paula R. threw me a wonderful bridal shower at my school. I honestly was very hesitant about the whole thing. First of all, the end of the year is so dang stressful for teachers without having to add a shower to the mix--let alone the stress of the economy....but Paula R. wouldn't have it. She planned a wonderful "Open Classroom" shower where people were invited to write down a favorite recipe and marital advice to give to me. I was excited to receive the recipes....I need all the help I can get!

Paula, the shower was amazing! Thank you! Thank you! And a big "thank you" to all who helped her prepare for the event. I really appreciate it!!!

Here are some pictures of the event:

Here is a picture of Paula with her class. She even got her class involved:


She had her students create pictures of Shay and me:


Their details are SO cute:



Paula had asked me to bring pictures of us......but I felt quite uncomfortable having myself plastered all over the wall so instead.....heehee.....I plastered Shay all over the wall....with a few of our engagement pictures.


Paula put little doilies and hearts all around the outside....she was so cute:


The food was fabulous! Paula prepared chicken salad, fruits, veggies, Texas sheet cake, chips & dip.....Yummy!!!


Thanks to all those who helped her get the food ready!


Paula even brought her silver to serve the food on:


The room looked great!


Paula you are AMAZING!


I was so shocked to find that most forgot about their recipes and advice but spoiled me beyond words with fabulous gifts. From a very appreciative heart, THANK YOU! You really went beyond!!!

Here is Penrod getting a plate ready to put on my head to attach ribbons to.....


It was a hard balancing act trying to keep it on the top of my head!


Diane gave up and started attaching the ribbons directly to my head....

...only problem was when they were removed the tape took my hair with it--OUCH!



Here are some pictures someone (not sure who go a hold of my camera) took of the shower:

Marianne and Paula J.


Paula J.


Amanda and Rachel. I was so excited to see Amanda--she had changed schools so we don't see each other that often.


Lisa, Cori and Melani:


I was glad to see that Paula was able to sneak a bit in....


Jody:


Christy--very cute!!


Christy, I am thinking about publishing this on facebook ;-)


Natalie and her cute daughter:


Diane & Karena:


TiNea is in the middle in the blue:


LuAnn with Kindra ducking behind her:


Linda:


Opening gifts:





Emily was the scribe...thanks Emily!


THANKS TO ALL WHO CAME AND PARTICIPATED!!!! I LOVED chatting with everyone and having a chance to get together!!!

Paula, a special thank you for making my shower so special!