Reunion Shower

"Martha Stewart meets Betty Crocker"

That is the way I described my high school friend, Mary Elizabeth, in our wedding program.  Mary Elizabeth is Super Mom and friend in so many ways.  She not only carried an enormous load for our ten year reunion, but she also planned a teacher appreciation luncheon at her child's school, planned to feed Junior Auxiliary, and hosted a sweet baby shower for me and Sarah Elizabeth.  Sarah Elizabeth is due in a couple of weeks.  It was so fun to celebrate with our original group from elementary and high school.  One thing about small towns...your friends rarely change.  We always come back to the original 8.

Mary Elizabeth planned a lovely low-key morning complete with adorable fall baby decor and beyond delicious food!  Who else would have thought about a fall arrangement in a lace adorned baby carriage?!  Perfection!

Most of all, it was wonderful to spend a couple of uninterrupted hours with these sweet friends.  Laughter is never something we lack.  Good stories from Lynley always entertain.  And filters are all removed!  Anything goes!

One "hot" Mama

Me, Sarah Elizabeth, and Millie Janalee

This was also the first time a few of our friends met Millie Janalee.  She was on her best behavior...not that good behavior is a requirement for this group!  Quite the opposite, in fact.  Ha!

Katy Boo Boo, as we nicknamed her, came from Atlanta for the reunion weekend.  Millie Janalee was so excited to meet one of her many second cousins!  Katy is a pro...from all her experience with her nieces and nephews.

Katy and Millie Janalee

Lynley had so much fun baby shopping for the newest little ones in our group.  There is no doubt she would be a fun babysitter.  If you are around Lyn for any amount of time, you will agree.  Never a dull moment!

Millie Janalee and Lynley

I am so thankful for our sweet friends and their generosity!  I almost feel guilty for being so spoiled by those who love us.  Sarah Elizabeth has not found out whether her baby will be wearing pink or blue...but my vote is PINK!  Millie Janalee needs a playmate.  Of course, if it's a boy...he can just be her boyfriend.  Ha!

Precious romper from Mary Elizabeth!

Millie Janalee's very own "Peggy" from Lynley!

Ten years may have changed many things...marriage, jobs, babies, and life changes.  But friendships remain!  I'm so thankful for the "original 8" and what they mean to me.  I'm thankful that these girls have seen me at my worst and best through the years, and they still accept me and love me for who I am.  That's almost 25 years of ups and downs and all arounds.

The Original 8 (minus Lauren and Prentiss)

Thank you girls for such a special day!  And thank you most of all for your friendships!