Happy 30th Birthday Melissa

Among all the excitement of Melissa's baby shower and Jamie's diaper shower, we were still able to celebrate Melissa's 30th birthday.

Happy Birthday my baby girl!

Baby Shower - Beer & Diaper Party

I had a baby shower for Melissa along with her friend Jenny and her mother-in-law, Laura. I'm amazed at the things you need just to raise a baby today. I'm surprised my kids survived all these years. Several of Melissa's friends, my friends and relatives attended - about 50 people. Baby Violet will be just like her Mom and never wear the same outfit twice.

After Melissa's shower, Jamie had a Beer & Diaper Party.

Again, another new tradition for me. This is where the men gather to eat and drink and they all bring the new father a package of diapers. I think Melissa and Jamie received enough diapers for a year.

Starting My Blog

Today is the day I put the stake in the ground and start my blog. I feel as though I'm starting a new chapter in my life and would like to have an electronic scrapbook. Add that to the fact that my new granddaughter, Violet Sophia, is due March 12, it will give her and my children something to look at in years to come.

I picked the name "Baby Steps" thinking of my new granddaughter and reminding myself to take small steps and enjoy life.