On July 9, Grandma Betty and Grandpa Bob hosted a "Family Tree" baby shower at 1129.As an aside, I prefer to call it "The Baby Barbeque," since my dad spent 3 days making pulled pork and chicken for the affair, but Betty thinks that sounds cannibalistic, so for her, we'll stick with the family tree theme.
Despite some spitting rain, it was a fabulous, Heminger-orchestrated get-together (i.e. a noticeable absence of BBQ paper and plastic... replaced by linen napkins (with Will's "fancy fold" and table cloths). The Heminger-ness was helped along by dear Aunt Barbara, who drove 7 hours to join the fun. Nicki, Sandy and Eric provided flowers and food. Uncle Pete hauled gear. Carol and Marlene donated tables and Dr. Jeanise made a surprise appearance. And the cradle held gifts.
Including a theme-appropriate book from Aunt Barbara, because "Every baby must learn about evolution."
Burp cloths from Carol, Jamie and Marlene - which Will demo-ed for everybody. And, an amazing Baby Spurgeon Adirondack chair, hand-crafted by Uncle Ozzy (who couldn't be there).
And Owen took up his usual backyard, bark-prevention, crate position.
I was so happy to be able to share the day with high school bestie Nicki.
Like all of my showers, people were very generous and Will and I found ourselves laden with baby gear.
The one grey spot? Larry, Owen's new favorite person, didn't agree to an open adoption. Maybe next time...
