Baby shower

What a wonderful day today was! Today was the shower for "baby bean". Mom and Krissy did an amazing job. My sister and mom just make me laugh. I am so luch like my mom that it scares me-in a good way. Krissy and I were at one time so different, but a lot alike now. I am blessed to have them be such a huge part of my life. They will be with us every step of the way and I find such comfort in that. I had braceltes made for them that say "aunt" and "grandma". I think they liked them a lot!
The shower was very low key and absolutely perfect. It is amazing to have everyone there that you care about celebrating with you. I really missed having my Grandma there, but I know in my heart she was. She was so excited about this baby and knew how much I wanted to be a Mom. We got a lot of wonderful gifts that we need for the baby. However, to me it is so much more than that. Most everyone that is important in my life was able to be there and that means so much to me. 2 of my friends from high school and their Mothers came from back home-it is funny how 11 years later nothing is the same. The few people that I have developed friendships with over the past 6 years were there as well and some family. Having people that I love share in my joy is something that makes my heart smile.
Alex came toward the end with Andy, my dad and PapPap. We all visited at Mom's for a while and talked about the baby. It was nice to be able to have my dad be part of the day too. I am so tired that I cannot believe it. My feet are VERY swollen and I am ready for bed. Krissy is here spending the night at the request of Ashley. I have a feeling that unless Krissy can find the ability to tell her "no", she will be spending many nights here. The kids absolutely love her-especially Ashley. She took an immediate liking to Krissy and was so excited to see her.
Today was exciting because of the shower, but more special than that. I woke up with this incredible feeling of being thankful. I am lucky to be married to someone that really makes my life wonderful. I told Alex yesterday how glad I was that I waited for him. I knew in my heart that there was someone for me and I truly believe that he is that person. I could not imagine sharing my life and starting a family with anyone else. He is my rock! I am terrified of the events to come in the next few weeks, but I know that he will be right by my side, and that is more than I could ever ask for.
Alex-I love you with all of my heart and soul. Thank you for being you, for loving me-even at my worst and for being everything I ever wanted in a husband and best friend. You are just WOW!