My fabulous wedding shower was on Saturday and I am still amazed at how awesome it turned out. MOH J5, MIL Warbler and bridesmaids Tata and E all worked their butts off to make everything perfect. As a control freak, I was dying to know what the plan was the moment I got my invite. It turned out to be better than I imagined, I couldn't have asked for better friends!
When I arrived at MOH J5's house, it was pretty emotional seeing everyone. Some people I hadn't seen in a while and some people had traveled miles to be there for me. After giving everyone a hug, I stopped to look at all the personal touches from the gorgeous centerpieces to the champagne glasses that had our initials and wedding date etched on them. There were also platters of fruits, vegetables, cookies and Bridesmaid E cooked up the most delicious waffles ever!
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
That "goodie" bag made me nervous
My sister, BM Gemini, told me a few days before she wouldn't be able to make it because she was feeling sick. I was pretty bummed which I guess she sense because she busted a mission and drove all the way from Las Vegas the night before to be there. It really meant a lot to me to have everyone care that much to be there. I know on the outside wedding showers are supposed to be about showering the bride in gifts, but I just wanted to relax with the people who love me. This photo of my sister-bridesmaids and my cousins is more special than any gift.
I just want to say I wore that tiara the whole day. Even driving home.
After a few drinks, we dived right into the games. First up we played the toilet paper wedding dress game. I usually hate this game because I always lose. But this time I got to judge and I became drunk with power. Or cocktails.
We also played the "who am I?" game using famous wives. It took me two rounds to guess that I was Victoria Beckham. It only took Officiant Laura two guesses to figure out she was Beyonce. Her questions were: "Am I a singer?' and "Is my husband hot?" When we all answered in strong unison "NO!" to the last one she yelled out "Beyonce!" Funniest. Shit. Ever.
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
MOH J5, aka Jennifer Garner!
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
MIL Warbler and Mama Warbler
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
After the games, it was time to open the presents. Some were very tame.
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
And some were not!
Photo by Bridesmaid Tata
I think after the above photo, they got scared and stopped taking photos because I don't have any more after this! That one was cleverly hidden in a Barnes and Noble bag. Way to throw me off guard Warbler guests! One of the most amazing gifts I received was from MOH J5 who almost made me cry. I say almost, because I'm made of stone. No tear ducts here! His gift consisted of a giant storage container filled with tissue paper and ribbons. I'm used to getting these kind of gifts from him, usually getting to the bottom of a box to find a handwritten note and once fifty cents. This time he surprised the hell out of me with this:
He bought my flight to Vegas for my bachelorette party next month! I was considering calling the whole thing off a few weeks ago because I was worried about the cost of the trip. He squashed that idea real quick by ensuring that I go! I cannot stress enough how amazing all of my friends are. Thanks again buddy! Vegas better get ready!
How was your wedding shower? Did you have any unexpected surprises?
looks like so much fun!!! Showers are the best..we did the toilet paper dress game too and it was a hit!
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