coffee with the girls

a few weeks ago, we met up for coffee with two of my best friends - juliet fit right in.

it's getting so fun taking her places now -unless she's totally pooped, she's generally good to go anywhere and is pretty interested in what's going on. 

now that the weather is finally warming up, i'm looking forward to many more outings with my little lady.

a lovely little shower.

a few weekends ago, the grandmothers-to-be threw us a little shower at my mama's house.

in all actuality, there was nothing little about it: there was lots of good food, plenty of sweet friends and sooo much love.  we had a ball.
 
let's begin with the food, shall we?

 something i wish for daily is that our little girl is lucky enough to

have as good of friends as we do.  these ladies are the deal.

tip: when visiting my mom's house, always, always save room for dessert.

the hostesses!  {and one very tired-looking mama to be}

 

the fam - what a good crew.

i swear we did not plan this.

 preggo back at the food?  you know it.

the belly dance - i should probably be embarrassed?

 dana put together these super cute favors - and my sister in law made some 

delicious caramels to go with: what could be better on a crisp fall day, i ask you.

i am still feeling the love from this day - baby girl, you are one lucky little lady.  i cannot wait for you to be here and meet all of these wonderful people.  i love that you are already so loved!

j loves c.

i'm pretty sure our friends couldn't have picked a better day, place, time than they did.  this wedding was right on.  the best part truly, was how honest the day was to the two of them...this is what made it the most special.

here are a few snaps of the day...congratulations jonathan & claire!

 

the venue: valhalla

the beautiful bride & groom

we all left notes on jenga pieces in lieu of a guestbook!

virginia crew represent!

no, i'm not kidding...they had a pie table.  don't ask me how many i tried.  i won't tell you.   {ok ok, it was 3...the baby made me do it.}

this wedding was just perfect...and we wish them nothing but the best.

thanks for letting us be a part of your day you two!

recovering.

we got in from tahoe late last night- it was a blast.  i can't wait to put up some pics from the week.

we ate {so much}, we visited with good friends, went sailing on lake tahoe, and the wedding...oh my word: the wedding was stunning.

i will post more soon, however while i rest {and attempt the 239084 loads of laundry staring me in the face}, here are a few snaps to tide you over.

i hope you are enjoying your weekend!

sailing!

stopped at this beach for an afternoon swim with friends

the husband-to-be and the experienced husband

wedding venue

hellllooo belly