Thanksgiving in Utah

Not only was it Thanksgiving but it was a major family get together. We decided to celebrate my mom's birthday which was actually in August (something else took most people's attention from her birthday...sorry!). Garrett was happy with the turkey, corn puddin', chess cake, birthday cake, and of course football. You'll be happy to know VT and BYU both won.

Bridal Shower

My dearest friend, Lori, and my Mom threw me a lovely bridal shower when I was down in Utah last month.  Everything was so well coordinated including a fun advice book.  I'm continuing to gather advice to add along with pictures.  

Here is just a taste of the fun we had.  Thanks Lori, Mom and Libby!

Food for thought

We are looking at doing a buffet with Grandma Cox's shrimp puffs of course! Here is another fun idea Betsy found in her Martha Stewart wedding book.

Locations for Utah Reception

Picture an August evening where everyone is gathering to enjoy each other and congratulate Garrett and I on our new marriage. So where did you picture it? I kept thinking of locations but my mind always wondered back to my parents' yard. Isn't it lovely?

I keep telling Garrett that this would be a lot of stress and work for my parents so it's not an option, but my parents keep saying it's the best option. My sisters Marianne and Michelle had receptions here as well as my Aunt Nellie.

Another option is going to a reception hall where most everything is included...Northampton House is really close to Michelle and does a beautiful job (http://www.northamptonhouse.com/). If it won't be the death of my parents then I would prefer our yard to a reception hall...Any ideas on how to keep Mom & Dad's stress down?