Today was my first grandsons wedding shower.These are photos, mostly of his bride to be, with a few of him as well.He is not dressed very well,but came to haul home the treasures.He got there before they cut the shower cake,I think they waited for him.I love their topper! Not in order.#1 Caleb and Taylor (see the topper!) #2 she is so pretty #3 usual wedding gift,too heavy...A SAFE ! #4 dishes she liked #5 set of pots we got her. #6 daughter Ashley,gave them this heavy BBQ grill,took 3 guys to load/unload so they opened at her SUV-Can you tell how tickled they were? #8- unpacking-it has 6 burners! #9 lastly, me and my future grand-daughter-in-law with my 'new' jacket! #10 looking over gifts-edited-Caleb got their grill assembled-nice,uh?

by toogie 05 May 2014

Thanks Katy,me too!

by toogie 05 May 2014

Thanks Lidia,they are beautiful to me.-I couldn't contain myself,had to show photos,so be forewarned in June for wedding photos!-lol-Toogie

by toogie 05 May 2014

they are a very sweet couple,too.......I'm not sure I can look 'great' anymore-lol-but thanks for saying it.It sure doesn't look 'free' does it?

by toogie 05 May 2014

I think so too Sarah,but of couse I should-lol They were blessed with nice gifts,friends,love and laughter!

by toogie 05 May 2014

I thought the safe was an useful,but unusual gift. It is fire proof and waterproof.

by toogie edited 05 May 2014

reloaded grill

by toogie 04 May 2014

Thanks,Linda,I do too.I have dinnerware/china that I never use

by toogie 04 May 2014

Lol-thanks,we had a marvelous time!

by toogie 04 May 2014

Thank you very much,my wishes too.Thanks for looking.

by toogie 04 May 2014

They did recieve quite a few gifts,all really nice.I 'll venture to say,that Caleb is happy now, they had this shower. He didn't really want one, because he's 'been making out' with enough. We told him no,let her pick out some things that she would like,after all it will soon be her home too.....Thanks about the jacket.I freeze most of the time winter or a/c so I almost,always need sleeves or a jacket.

by toogie 04 May 2014

You say "or the guests brings them to the party". What party are you speaking of? Is it the wedding reception,after the wedding ceremony?...changing the subject for a minute.When I flew to Germany,40 plus years ago,we landed in Belgium.It sure was pretty,what I could see from the air.I remember a hillside,with rows planted.All the rows were so neatly planted and that image has always stuck in my mind.There was a doctor on board,that was kind to me,he lived there.

by zoefzoef 05 May 2014

I'm talking about the wedding itselves.

by toogie 04 May 2014

lol-well,it doesn't look like I got it free,does it?Thanks, the g-kids are sweet and thank you for commenting.

by toogie 04 May 2014

Same date!-The guest that were unable to attend,usually do bring gifts to the wedding.The weddings are such a busy time,I think that is why we have the showers,to get that part over and the couple can take it to the place they will live.Otherwise,they leave right after the wedding,for the honeymoon,and the parents would have to store it all.It just makes it a little easier,this way.Best wishes for your son and future DIL-Toogie

by toogie 04 May 2014

Thanks..they got a lot of very nice things,but not 1 bath towel or facecloth !- You would think somebody would have emb them a set-lol

by Leaha 04 May 2014

Why would any one think to do this? :P

by toogie 04 May 2014

I haven't a clue.

by toogie 04 May 2014

I did enjoy myself.I only had tears one time,when a gift was opened.It had a beautiful saying on it,but I can't tell you, word for word, what it said.I know it was a blessing verse and I got teary-eyed.In the same gift was a set of coasters,they looked ceramic,with their last name on it.The lady that gave these has a gift shop here and she makes things for her shop,too.She may have made these gifts, and they were nice.

by toogie 04 May 2014

Yes, it was a fun gathering.They are so happy and altho I know the 'new' will wear off,I do hope they stay happy like the saying goes,"they lived happily ever after." Caleb has been very responsible ever since a teen,he worked at a local place,paying his own truck insurance.Then when he graduated he went straight to work at a plant making enough,that he moved out,on his own.So he knows about paying bills,saving,bugeting,etc. Taylor isn't finished with her college yet but I know she will,she is very bright. They should make it,they have been going together for quiet a while and seem to know each other pretty well by now.

by toogie 04 May 2014

Thank you, they recieved many,lovely gifts.I haven't seen her wedding gown,but I know she will be beautiful.I guess we will all see in June,because you know I will have to show you-lol

by toogie 04 May 2014

Thank you for all your sweet comments,too, and a blessing.I had never seen this cake topper either,but I like it.

by toogie 04 May 2014

Thank you for your comments.I really liked the cake topper and the cake was so good.It had fresh stawberries in the filling and there are blue roses all over.I don't know if you can see them well in the photo.

by toogie 03 May 2014

Thanks for the compliments.They are a cute couple,both very handsome,if I may say so too...As for as the jacket,it did fit to a tee,so to speak,and was a lucky find.I think the dishes were from Bed,Bath and Beyond (do you have one of these near you?),and she got a $50.gift certificate for there,so she can add to her set.They also got money and more gift certificates,but I don't know exactly what.Thanks for the blessings!-Toogie

by sewilso 04 May 2014

Bed bath and beyond is a couple of hours away, we don't usually go there, we just don't shop as much, hubby hates it, but he sometimes likes bargain hunting sometimes. I like to look a lot and he likes to go in get what he wants and he's out of there. lol!

by toogie 04 May 2014

Most men I know do,run in and out.I like to look,so I am glad when hubby stays home-lol

by cfidl 03 May 2014

Nevermind. Lol!

by toogie 03 May 2014

Yes,nevermind...I know, I hate that, so we won't discuss it...She is lovely,inside and out,but so is he,if guys can be 'lovely'-lol..We need a grill too and this was a nice one.She told me she bought it 1 1/2 years ago,on black friday for $150. I don't know what the regular price would have been.I know it is very heavy,too.

by sewilso 04 May 2014

Me too, tattoos have taken a lot of our youth by storm, my youngest son has them galore, my older one would never get one, me either and I work with several who have them too. I can think of better ways to spend my money. I sometimes call my embroidery clothing tattoos. lol! Just say it in thread!

by toogie 03 May 2014

I am so happy you came!!!-lol-Toogie

by toogie 03 May 2014

Thanks,Shirley,we did have a wonderful time.I love my jacket too,and no one was the wiser-lol

by toogie 03 May 2014

Really,you never heard of a wedding shower? Where are you from?We learn so much from other customs. Here in the USA, we invite family and friends,usually just women, to a party where refreshments are served and gifts are opened by the Bride-to-be.The groom usually shows up,but may not,at the end to load all the gifts.I good time is had by all,and both sides get to meet each others future relatives, if they haven't met all by now.The bride can register at places/stores where if she likes something in peticular. She can list it on a register in their name.As the item is purchased,the store marks it off her register,so no one else buys the same gift.It is not neccessary to do this but it is helpful,if you are unsure what to give and they want a certain item or set.If some don't give or come to the shower,they give at the wedding. What do they do where you are from? Do they not 'shower the couple' with gifts ?

by asterixsew 03 May 2014

I live in the UK. Your description sounds like a rather sedate hen night which happens in the UK. Gifts are not produced on these evenings. Many brides to be will have a gift list available but for the last few weddings there have been no gift lists. Gifts are given just before the wedding day or on the day. The family of one of my son in laws does not live near us at all so when we meet they have to stay

by asterixsew 03 May 2014

Thanks for your info

by toogie 04 May 2014

Thanks for yours too,I like to hear how things are done, elsewhere.Sometimes the bride is given a lingerie shower also,but it is usually attended by young women friends, of the bride and groom.

by mops 04 May 2014

We don't do showers either, neither for a wedding or a birth. Hen nights are something new as well, they came over from your neck of the woods some 20 years ago. Presents are always given after the event. A 10-days basket for a new baby is an old custom, made in advance of course and gender neutral, not to be opened before the birth and then one present a day. Nowadays they might or might not tell you if it's a girl or a boy, but the name is usually kept a well-guarded secret.

by Leaha 04 May 2014

The girl I made the owl blanket for would never wait to open the gifts one a day...She can't stand to have anything around that is a surprise! Me I love the anticipation and guessing. :)

by toogie 03 May 2014

I am elated, a beautiful,sweet couple.Please pray for God's blessings on them.