preparations, preparations

We hosted a bridal shower for Kaity back in June (that was a hit of course). Is it horrible I don't even know the lady's name that offered her home to us? (Note: The rest of the family does).  In any case, she was very kind and we appreciate her generosity!  

 

I just love being the Master of Ceremonies :)

And so does Kris!

Here's all us party planners with the bride to be

 

 She got a lot of great gifts, but for the sake of space I'll limit pictures to two.

And those cute nesting bowls are from me (and Kris), so of course that picture had to be posted

Following the fun tradition Jared's sister started with me, I made a secret interview video of Rusty and played it for Kaity at the shower.

 I even used the same exact questions! I plan to do the same thing for both my other sisters. It's so fun watching what different guys do with the exact same set of questions. Gives you a more complete picture of their personality.

After the partying, it was time for more work.

The dreaded invitation stuffing.

Fortunately, I am master of operations

 and quickly assembled myself a team of minions

There was no slacking on my watch

        The Sealing Station

I assigned Kirsten to sealing station, and she wasn't happy about it. What can I say? I run a tight ship.

The Stuffing Station

Kaity was assigned general stuffing

And Ken was Special Circumstances (aka Ceremony invites)

                           Comic Relief Station

 Rusty did what Rusty's best at... Keeping the mood light!

Just kidding, Rusty was also part of the stuffing station

3 hours and 500 invites later, wedding preparations were officially behind us!!

Though all the festivities made me nostalgic for my own wedding, I have to say I was glad it wasn't me in the hot seat! So much to do, so much planning and stress.

Oh Newlyweds... so much fun, yet so much ahead of them :)