Shower Time

Thanks to the doctor and beloved pharmacist, Melissa was able to get well enough for the Baby Shower. Nicole came over at about 3pm to start helping to set up. She did a wonderful job with the decorations.

The party started at 6:30, and quite a few people showed up: Melissa (of course), Nicole (the gracious host and organizer), Katie, Gale, Linda (and John and Kelsi), Eli, Kristi, Abby, Megan, and Cheri.

They kicked off the party with the Guess the Baby food game. Linda won that one (guessing five correctly). Then they played the Pin the Baby on the Stork. Melissa won that one (makes sense, because she is quite aware of where the baby will be delivered). Next came the Feed the Mommy Game. They fed each other apple sauce, and Melissa and Kate were the winning team. After that they had the bottle chug. Nicole won that one with gusto. Then came the Diaper game with Megan guessing 6 of the 9 candies. Next was the Safety Pins in the Rice game. Everyone was blind folded and had to feel for a safety pin buried in the rice. Megan found the first safety pin. After that, they played another blindfolded game. You tried to transfer cotton balls from one bowl to another with a spoon. Since you can't see, half the time you are carefully transporting air. Kristi picked up a win with this one. Finally they played baby bingo and had pink cupcakes with purple frosting.

After everyone overdosed on cupcakes, Melissa opened presents. Thank you everyone for all of the wonderful presents! Thank you for coming (or being here in spirit for everyone far away or sick)! We know that Lindsey sure is loved. Click here for more pictures.