It's Almost Thyme

Twenty-eight years ago, I began praying for a little girl. I didn't know who she was at the time, but I wanted my son to have a wonderful wife, one who would become the mother of his children, and my grandchildren.  I asked God for very specific things.  He more than exceeded my expectations and hopes when Christopher married Lauren. I suspect she too will begin praying for her little one's future mate.

Here is Lauren, at 28 weeks, with my girls. We celebrated her this weekend with a baby shower.

I didn't take all of the pics I'd intended to take.  On the right in the above photo, are the "It's Thyme" plants.  In the background you can see one of the mobiles that was made. Thanks to Grandpa for watching Ethan during the festivities. Ethan had a great day working with him.

 So proud of my girls for their love and hard work they put in to bless Lauren (and Christopher.) 

I was so busy watching Lauren open her presents, I missed taking pictures of the lovely gifts she was showered with.

So many of the out-of-town relatives really wanted to come to the shower, but just couldn't make it.  We would have loved spending time with them, but are thankful for everyone who did attend.

Lauren's mom is a sweetheart! 

Lauren didn't grow up with sisters, but look at how many sisters she has now!

Wait, how did Derek get in there and is he pregnant too???? (Lauren's Brother and fiance)

The blessing of extended family:  To the left are Christina's inlaws, on the right Elisabeth's future mother-in-law, all came to bless Lauren and Christopher.  This is what family is all about.

Of course a party wouldn't be a party without good friends willing to share baby sweetness making it that much more difficult for us to wait the remaining 12 weeks to see the new baby.

Truthfully,
Joanne

"Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!" (Ps. 133:1)