Monday, April 30, 2018

Showered with Magic

My sweet colleagues at the university decided to throw me a baby shower last week, and I have to tell you, it was pretty magical


It was Harry Potter themed! 




The Harry Potter books are a treasured favorite. You can read about how me and Jess came to love Rowling's world of wizardry here. The theme of the shower was a total surprise, but it just goes to show how well my coworkers have come to know me!


Don't you just love these golden chocolate snitches...


The Ollivander pretzel wands...


And the polyjuice potion punch...?


My husband was able to join us for the party on his lunch break. We were so overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity of everyone who came out to help us celebrate.


And I think we've decided on a school for the little one... ( ;


~Nel  

42 comments:

  1. Fun, food, gifts, and friendship make a memorable baby shower.
    The Harry Potter theme was a great idea! The chocolates made my mouth water.

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  2. This is amazing, really magical. You got showered with wonderful gifts. Congratulations both of you...

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  3. Nel, What a handsome husband to match your own beauty....your baby will be gorgeous. :):) I love the cake. Your friends could be shower planners. So kind and clever. Blessings to all of you, xoxo, Susie

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  4. What a lovely post Nel and what an awesome theme for the baby shower,everything was fabulous xx

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  5. So lovely gifts love also the Babs where the gifts are in ....

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  6. What a lovely way to be together and celebrate the awaiting of the new family member, Nel!
    You both look so happy - I'm smitten by your smiling faces! :)
    Blessings to you both,
    xoxo Nina

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  7. Owww so sweet to do That for you ....i hope you enjoy it...and That you have Great gifts.....love Ria x ❤️

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  8. You work with some lovely folks, Nel! What a great shower for you and your little one. I can tell they really care for you and know you well. You are looking so lovely. Continued good health to you and your baby. ♥

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  9. Oh my gosh what an amazing surprise and they did such a great job decorating and having all prepared for the shower in that theme! That is so sweet. When I turned 50 the group I worked with had me a Wizard of Oz themed bday party, yellow brick rd and all! You know that your group put in a lot of thought on this shower.

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  10. What a beautiful post and Congrats to you both. Looks like lots of fun for all. I just know your mom is excited for her second grandbaby as well. they bring so much joy.

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  11. Oh my, this is so sweet and special. When people take time to really get to know a person. VERY special indeed. I love all the creativity put into the shower.
    Hope you are feeling well too. Love, Carla

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  12. What a totally clever theme and beautiful execution. Oh, you must have felt on top of the world with this fun party! Counting down!

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  13. Oh that is such a cool theme...Love the sweet treats ♥

    Yup! I guess you can say I'm back at blogging now:)
    You are so sweet to visit my blog. Thanks!

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  14. Wow what an amazing idea to decor the party line :)

    treat from friends is always something makes you feel blessed and special !

    you are so lucky to have such wonderful colleagues dear Nel.

    how sweet of your hubby to join you and make the day more complete and special for you :)

    delicious treats look so appealing

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  15. Oh my gosh!! This is SOOOO cute and creative! What wonderful touches and what effort they went to to create this beautiful event!

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  16. So lovely to read your post and see your lovely pictures.

    All the best Jan

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  17. What an exciting time for you and your families! What a sweet shower!

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  18. what a charming baby shower for sure. perfect.

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  19. What a very thoughtful baby shower. I love the theme and it looks quite magical for sure.

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  20. Oh Nel you and Jess post such darling pics..
    Just want to say Hi to Sheri..😊
    and tell her how much I am enjoying spring in the mountains,
    Hope all is good with her..
    Hugs,Patty

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  21. A wonderful and magical baby shower! Such sweet co-worker's! You are adorable first-time parents :) xx Karen

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  22. Oh Nel, that was a wonderful baby shower. You and your hubs make a very handsome couple, indeed. Baby will be adorable! So happy you had a fun shower to welcome the little one-to-come. Susan

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  23. que buena pinta tiene esa tarta!!! Estas estupenda!!! que tengas un buen dia!!! ❤💛💙

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  24. Such a fun theme for a baby shower!

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  25. What a lovely baby shower. Your friends put so much work into it. Magical indeed.
    Amalia
    xo

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  26. Ooh what a sweet baby shower! I love Harry Potter, and yes, of course, the baby will be heading to Harvard! Have a blessed week!

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  27. What a cute themed baby shower! That was so sweet of them!

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  28. What a lovely and creative baby shower!Thanks for visiting my little blog,yours is adorable!Blessings!

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  29. Congratulations, many blessings to the ladies of Red Rose Alley your family is growing more abundant & joyous!

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  30. Congratulations! That is so exciting and one of the cutest showers I have ever seen. What wonderful friends you have!

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  31. I wish you wonderful days with a new member of your family. Thanks for your comment.

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  32. Hey Sheri, thanks for jumping over to the blog and commenting. Missing you and your daughters posting blogs. Hope the newest arrival is growing like it should and preparing for its arrival!

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  33. oh Nel
    everything you do is fab..
    Sheri,so you are taking a break..ha
    yes I do that alot
    thanks for coming by
    atleast we get on here once in awhile
    😁
    hugs.Patty

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  34. Estupendo post Me encantaria verte por mi blog muy pronto!!!Feliz fin de semana!!! ❤💛💙

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  35. Lovely baby shower. Have a happy week. Hugs.

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  36. What a great idea for a theme party! Congratulations on the baby.

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  37. What a great theme! And what a cake!! Looks like it was fun all around. Congrats and Cheers!!

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  38. Thanks for visiting my blog
    and supporting it.
    I always enjoyed receiving
    a comment from you.
    I want you to know that I have been checking
    if you've got new posts.

    Have a nice day ♥

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  39. Catching up with you pretty Ladies and seeing so much love, joy and happiness here and yes PINK! So great you girls were able to get together and the baby shower is just darling.
    Wishing you all the best and sending much love from Texas!
    Jemma

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  40. Here I am Sheri....this is test comment!

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  41. Oh, what a nice surprise! It's good when your colleagues love you! It will surely be a warm memory! 😊

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  42. Such a fun party theme and loved seeing all your wonderful photos.
    Happy weekend
    hugs
    Carolyn

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