Anne's Work Shower

On Thursday, Anne's coworkers gathered at Sue's house to celebrate the eminent arrival of Ava. The food was fabulous, and everyone was so thoughtful. (I feel so grateful to work with such a wonderful group of people!) Alissa even passed around a bowl of beads - each person chose a bead, made a wish and added it to a bracelet for Anne to wear in China.

We greatly thank you all for the wonderful gifts, your good wishes and the warmth - and apologize in advance for any hardships during Anne's maternity leave!

Anne with Alissa and Sue, the lovely hostesses.

Anne with Christa, a scrappy competitor in shower games!

Debbie, Val and Angie - when you're adopting, you can have wine (and feta!) at your shower.

Rhea and Anne enjoying the wonderful food.

Alissa asked her mom to make a necklace for Anne with the Chinese character for destiny.

Anne with Alissa and Stacey.