love is sweet

Today we threw a bridal shower for my lifelong friend, cousin, and maid of honor, Alison.  It was a lovely party and included a sickeningly cute garland drawn by Clara:

A candy bar with some of Alison's favorite candies for the guests to take with them:

Chips and dip, sandwiches, and cookies (plus a pretty sweet sign painted by my dad):

Presents wrapped with fun ideas from Pinterest [did you know some people actually do things with the ideas they pin?  Like put them into action?  I was impressed.]:

And the most adorable bride-to-be:

Congratulations again, Alison and Nate!  We can't wait for May!