Bridal Shower

Over the past month, I have had a stressful schedule. I had to study and take finals. I finished my first year in the very prestigious CAL program. I spent many hours communicating with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. I moved into a new place to live while leaving my old apartment in a state no less than perfection. My best friend moved and I have limited communication with him. I finished school.I tried to make up time I lost with another best friend. But in the middle of all of this I planned and carried out a bridal shower! Even though I had almost too much on my plate, everything worked out in the end. I pushed my limits and found out a little more of what I am capable of. However, I didn't really plan on a bridal shower in that mix.
A total of 59 people were invited, but only 17 came. I planned on at least 30; I guess I should be glad that somebody showed up. It was an open house style bridal shower so people could come and go as they wanted. Lemon bars, brownies, and chocolate covered strawberries prepared for the guest. I thought that they would just pick one like any courteous person would do, but the first round of guest took one of everything. I panicked and thought we were going to run out of desserts so my mom offered to go buy some more at the store. The majority of the guest left before the first hour was even over. The rest of the afternoon went pretty slow. Needless to say, we had plenty of leftovers without the last minute run for more lemon treats, a tiny mess, and many awkward silent moments.
I didn't want to focus on the things that went slightly wrong, but talk about the small and simple things that made the day doable. I am so thankful for my mother! She opened up her house for the shower! She decorated, made lemon bars, and helped me in more ways than she realizes. My grandma came an hour and a half early to help me make the finishing touches. She also baked and bought strawberries and dipping chocolates. My aunts also helped with buying necessary items too. I was a little stressed out about how much money I have put into this shower. I asked the other bridesmaids if they could help me pay for the expenses of the party and most of them were so willing to help out. How blessed am I to have these people in my life! I am so thankful for their willingness and service towards me. I felt so much love and support from my family. I felt them taking some stress off of my shoulders. Their love made this flop of a party worth it. I learned a little more just how much my family wants to help me because they love me. What a blessing it is to have a family like mine!