my first bridal shower

The theme for this particular shower was a 'Kitchen-Recipe' shower where the guests bring bake-ware and non-perishable ingredients to start your kitchen in your new home. I didn't arrive to this shower expecting anything fancy, but I think I under-estimate my sisters and mothers. It was like walking into my mini wedding. The decor consisted of fresh flowers, lace, vintage books, framed pictures of us and my favorite foods. Not to mention the delicious food array they provided, I tried to scarf what I could when someone wasn't grabbing my attention. I was so overwhelmed with all of these ladies' gifts and words of encouragement. I felt so much support and I think that was exactly the dose I needed. Weddings are hard and maybe it's just me, but I am completely exhausted and my brain never stops thinking. For the first time in our engagement, I didn't have to worry about any detail but brushing my teeth and driving over.
 Last night was a whole new experience for me. I have been to tons of showers in my life, I mean, I do live in Utah and someone is always getting married or having babies. But growing up at these events I always focused on the Bride or Mommy-to-be and I always admired their calm approach to the shower in general. However, now I understand... they are really just half asleep and most of what we say to them goes over their head because they can't focus on anything.
 What I didn't fully understand was what it meant to be "showered with gifts"
.....until it was time to open them. I felt like it was my birthday, Christmas and the 4th of July all at the same time. All  I wanted to do after the shower was race to my new apartment and start baking up a storm.
I also experienced something I have never felt before, the strongest urge to go home and eat cherry chocolate brownies, chicken enchiladas, graham cracker pie, spaghetti and wacky cake all at the same time.
I am so grateful to have such a great family who put on such a great shower for me and all the people who showed up to support me, whether physically or emotionally, I appreciate you all.
So far, these are the only pictures I have seen. I was unable to take any, but once I get them, I'll give you a grand tour!

This is my sweet Step-Abuela and Step-Aunt! Such dollies!

 Here is proof that my family has more style than me!