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Two Peas in a Pod: A Shower

Nov 22

To bring a camera or not? I struggle with the balance. For example, you throw a shower for a good friend. You work so hard to put together decor, food, activities and a guestlist so you want to remember how it turned out! Do I bring my camera and spend the day behind the lens capturing guests interacting and event details to have as memories? Or, do I leave my camera to be completely present and enjoy the party like every other guest engaging in meaningful conversation without a camera in hand (hurray for finger food!)?

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About a month ago now (or more!), my wonderful sister-in-laws threw me and the babes a shower. I chose to leave my camera at home and had a wonderful time… but do wish I had some candids from the night. What’s a girl to do?

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One of my SILs took these snapshots before the party began… Imagine that table full of delicious appies and people crowded in, laughing and holding babies.

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Isn’t the ‘two peas in a pod’ theme the cutest!?  Notice my maternity photos and twins newborn photos? I love the little details, the cupcakes, mint water, and my all time favourite sugar cookies (I could eat them for days).

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What’s your motto when it comes to taking pictures at parties? I’d love to hear your take!

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XO -C

Category: EntertainTag: Babies, Baby Shower, Decorations, Newborn, Party, Party Decor
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  1. apartment-wife.com

    Nov 25 at 8:01 am

    aww, such a thoughtful party – you must have felt lots of love :)

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    • Colleen

      Dec 01 at 4:06 pm

      So much, I’m really blessed with my in-laws!

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  2. Deonna at the Child at Heart blog

    Oct 19 at 1:40 pm

    This is SO adorable! I love those little Wishes for Baby printables :) I’m pinning this and posting it on Twitter! I always have a camera and take pics before. If I REALLY want pics I have someone do it for me with my camera…but I’m with you…life too short to be so obsessed with remembering a moment that you don’t enjoy it in the present!

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    • Colleen Pastoor

      Oct 21 at 4:41 pm

      Thanks so much Deonna! Those were such nice memories to bring them home (wishes for baby). As for photos- I’m glad you agree! It sure makes blogging about parties hard though! I think I need to decorate/get parties ready sooner so that I’m not busy until people show up.

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