Say “Breastmilk”

On June 7, we had a gathering to celebrate the arrival of our little boy.  We were so happy that grandparents, friends and family were able to join us for an open house and barbeque.  My friend Karen was the hostess with the mostess – and with the help of her husband Terry and stepdaughter Eve decorated the rec centre and got everything ready for the day.

When I first walked into the hall, the first thing I noticed was the cake – custom made for us by Buttercream Bake Shoppe.  We have a sock monkey nursery and the cake was a sock monkey face.  It was so beautiful I wanted to cry (so I did).

Here’s a picture of Karen holding the guest of honour:

We had grandparents from both sides of the family attending.  My mom and dad came up on Friday night and mom babysat for us Saturday while Tim took his mom to a movie and dad took me to Costco to shop for Sunday.  We’re really lucky to have such a good little boy who doesn’t mind who is holding him.  In fact, I think everyone took a turn on Sunday and he didn’t squawk the whole time.  Here’s a picture of my mom and dad with Vaughn:

and one of Jodi and Vaughn with Elsa:

Everyone was great and pitched in to help with the food and drinks – it really was a great day.  It was so nice to visit with people I haven’t seen in a long time.  In fact, my Girl Guide leader made an appearance.  I asked when I get my mommy badge but unfortunately (or maybe fortunately) they don’t give those out to Girl Guides.

Vaughn’s wardrobe consisted of an IKKS aviator suit  and a Bebe Bean bamboo hat.  His aviator suit was a little big but he looked so adorable in it and he insisted on wearing it – what’s a mom to do?  Here’s a few more shots of people holding our baby boy:

Angela Lavender

Karen O'Keefe

Sarah Sikander

Bradford

Ed and Lorraine Bagyinka (Jodi's folks)

Bradford took a lot of these pictures, so thanks to him for that!  Instead of saying “cheese” everyone had to say “breastmilk” and then smile for the camera.

To end the day, we had a barbeque and my two uncles (Jim and John) took over the cooking of the burgers. 

What a great day all round!  Thanks to everyone who came out – it was truly a wonderful celebration.  Here’s a picture of me, Tim and Elsa with our spoiled rotten little man:

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