Cadence's Bridal Shower

Early August, I threw Cadence a bridal shower.  She wanted me to do something along the lines of "Happily Ever After" with Cinderella colors.

We had fun planning & found lots of ways to incorporate that theme & the blue & white colors.

I found a set of bridal shower games on Amazon in blue & white that were really fun for the guests to play.

And there was a box for "advice & wishes" for the bride as well.

Cadence wanted Hawaiian Haystacks & cookies which made for an easy brunch on a Saturday afternoon.

One of my dearest friends from my time in Mountain View, CA came to say hello & it made my heart swell with joy.  I love how I haven't seen Kara in nearly 8 years, but we picked up as if we saw each other yesterday.  It was SO nice talking to her & catching up.

Lorien MC'ed the event & interviewed Cadence about the answers to the games.  She had Cadence tell stories of how Amkaa & she met, about their first date, & more.

Cadence had so much fun opening gifts.

And yes, I did buy a white something for her wedding night.  Every new bride needs one.

Lorien & Taya also got her one, but in "blue" which is Cadence's favorite color.

The only family members who came were my Aunt Sharon & 2 of her girls.  It was Sharon's birthday & she wanted a "chauffeur" for her birthday, so my Uncle Dale dressed up & was their chauffeur for the day.  It was so cute.

Nancy sent Cadence a beautiful 24k gold necklace that said "Love" for the bridal shower.  It was beautiful.

Cadence got some amazing gifts, cards, & money.  We love & appreciate all those who have supported her as she prepares for married life.  It's an exciting time.

After the bridal shower, we loaded up the van & drove all the gifts to the apartment they will be living in when they get married.  Amkaa is already living there & Cadence will move in on September 6th when they are officially husband & wife.  They got a lot of really awesome things to start their lives together with.