This past weekend has by far, beaten every other Vancouver visit!!! The whole weekend was one big girl fest with plenty of girl talk...something that was much needed.
Hands down the best part of the weekend was the Alice in Wonderland themed baby shower, hosted by Jamie and Grace at the Hodge house. The decor and food went above and beyond anything I could have ever expected! Every detail was covered from the hand painted tea pots which held bright pink and yellow flowers, the display of mismatched tea set, the playing card decorated sugar cookies, the decorative rabbits, to the hand made candy filled gift pots. The entertainment consisted of 2 games which had everyone rolling in laughter. We played passed the parcel first and in order to unwrap the gift, you first had to correctly answer a question about me. The next game was created by G and James. They divided the guest up into 3 groups, gave them a list of words plus some props and told them to create a song and dance about me, using all the words and props. This had everyone in hysterics and definitely showed the humor of our group. Above all the best part of the party was having everyone I cared most about in one room..including a visit from Michael, Aidan and Terry McKay.
A HUGE Thank You to everyone for coming and for the AMAZING gifts..Gage is one spoiled kid already, oh boy!
Another special Thank You to Jamie and Grace for all your hard work! I was shocked at how amazing everything turned out, you guys went over and above! I am so lucky to have such amazing friends :)
To see some of the pics from the baby shower check out Jamie's website....
http://www.jamielauren.ca/?p=1144
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Baby Bump Photo Shoot
Yesterday I arrived in Vancouver one last time before Gage is born. As usual Grace and Jamie were there to pick me up, along with Alexie! I must say every time I arrive I am more excited than the last to see all the ladies. Immediately after I was swooped up from the airport, Jamie had me naked (even thought I told her I wouldn't haha) and painted in her living room for a "baby bump" photo shoot. I admit that it is very hard to get comfortable in front of the camera by yourself, especially when you are topless, but Jamie has an ability to take away that self conscience feeling. When shooting with Jamie exude so much passion and creativity that the feeling becomes contagious and you are willing to try anything.
Here's to my Best Friend since the 90's. The old soul with insightful wisdom, the advice giver, analyzer and comforter. To a truly talented human being...in all aspects of her life.. Jamie Hodge
Here's to my Best Friend since the 90's. The old soul with insightful wisdom, the advice giver, analyzer and comforter. To a truly talented human being...in all aspects of her life.. Jamie Hodge
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Be My Valentine...
Valentines Day is usually a holiday I despise. However this year changed my mind!
Everyone is led to believe that Valentines Day should be filled with presents, chocolate and unexpected surprises from their partner. While those could be an added bonus, Valentines day is really about spending quality time with the one you love. When I asked Lennie what he wanted for valentines day he replied " I don"t want any presents, I just want you"...there'snothing more heartwarming to hear than that! Though my Valentines day wasn't filled with presents, there were a couple surprises.
We started the day off with homemade blueberry pancakes and decaf coffee (shhh Lennie doesn't know it was decaf... hehe). Once we were filled up on "flap-jacks" as Lennie calls them, I got the pups ready and Lennie packed up lunch for our day of hiking. After a 45 min hike along the salt river, we set up picnic on top of a cliff that overlooked the point where the Verde and salt river joined. We started lunch off by popping a bottle of Apple Cider, then we enjoyed a Capri sun and the most delicious sandwhich I've ever ate (toast french roll filled with caramelized onion and red pepper, triple cream brie, salami, prosciutto and fig jam...mmmmm). We finished out hike with minimal cactus wounds (to us and the dogs) and headed to a spot where I could shoot Lennie's "gloc". After lots of nerves I finally shot my first gun!! I must say its alot harder then it looks. We finished the day off with an old fashioned home made meal...chicken fried steak, mashed potato's, corn and broccoli. I have to say this was by far the BEST day I have had in a very very long time and 24 hour hours straight with my husband was the best present.
Everyone is led to believe that Valentines Day should be filled with presents, chocolate and unexpected surprises from their partner. While those could be an added bonus, Valentines day is really about spending quality time with the one you love. When I asked Lennie what he wanted for valentines day he replied " I don"t want any presents, I just want you"...there'snothing more heartwarming to hear than that! Though my Valentines day wasn't filled with presents, there were a couple surprises.
We started the day off with homemade blueberry pancakes and decaf coffee (shhh Lennie doesn't know it was decaf... hehe). Once we were filled up on "flap-jacks" as Lennie calls them, I got the pups ready and Lennie packed up lunch for our day of hiking. After a 45 min hike along the salt river, we set up picnic on top of a cliff that overlooked the point where the Verde and salt river joined. We started lunch off by popping a bottle of Apple Cider, then we enjoyed a Capri sun and the most delicious sandwhich I've ever ate (toast french roll filled with caramelized onion and red pepper, triple cream brie, salami, prosciutto and fig jam...mmmmm). We finished out hike with minimal cactus wounds (to us and the dogs) and headed to a spot where I could shoot Lennie's "gloc". After lots of nerves I finally shot my first gun!! I must say its alot harder then it looks. We finished the day off with an old fashioned home made meal...chicken fried steak, mashed potato's, corn and broccoli. I have to say this was by far the BEST day I have had in a very very long time and 24 hour hours straight with my husband was the best present.
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