Phoenix and Beyond - Part 1

Mom came up with the title of this blog. There really could be many, many titles ..... "Road Trip Across America," "The Never Ending Story", "Memories to Last Forever," "Get Me Out of This Car!" They all would be good.

Let me just tell you that last week was very, very memorable - Auburn winning the BCS National Championship, my first baby shower, family bonding time. You will hear about all of it, although it is too much for one post, so I am splitting it up.

The first leg of our Phoenix and Beyond trip began last Friday (1-7). Gunter and I traveled to Birmingham. My first baby shower for John Turner was Saturday morning! My shower was at the Peterson's home, which is notorious for hosting various showers. They have the best layout of their home, we decided. And Mrs. Peterson is so generous and always willing to allow hundreds of people in her home. Bringing back memories of our high school Baccalaureate reception at their house. They hosted the whole senior class and their families. But that is another story.

My shower was a great time of fellowship with friends and family that I haven't seen in forever. Not to mention that we were showered with amazing gifts for John Turner. We began the shower with a precious prayer for John Turner and our family. So sweet. Then let the party begin!

Some of the lovely hostesses! 

Becky Parham, Bonnie Herenu, Sue Ann Jennings, Abby Murray, Abby Perlis, Me,

Brenda Hembree, Mom, Janice Peterson, Leta McGehee, Emily Sooter and DJ Sanders

The hostess were so thoughtful and made my first shower very memorable. 

Mom, MeMe, Me and Kelsey

Nan Nan, Mrs. Price, Me and Christen

The Pregnant Girls! 

Abby Perlis - due in February, I am due in April, and Abby Murray - due any day! 

Opening an adorable bunny from Mrs. Janie

Bumbo Seat! 

Giraffe chew toy from Laura Gaines

We got so many great gifts! Our BOB stroller, car seat and an extra base, Peter Rabbit dishes, several books, and many adorable clothes! 

Some of our adorable clothes for John Turner  and the silver fork and spoon! 

I love everything! 

Some of the sweet blankets, towels, wash rags, and bibs John Turner got! 

Other fun gifts from the shower! 

Friends at the shower

Lisa Lee, Katie Lucas, Leigh Koffler, Me and Anna Scharf

Hannah made the trek from Winston-Salem! 

It meant so much to me to have her there! 

I loved getting everything home and looking over it again! Now all we need is John Turner!

Now it was time to get ready for Glendale! But that will be the Phoenix and Beyond - Part 2. Here is a little sneak peak of our very memorable, very adventurous, and worth while trip to the National Championship! 

Can't forget to pack these! 

War Cam Eagle!