I'm sorry - that stinks. How about planning a simple, fun girls' night out or something for the near future? Ryann would still be small and 'easy' (that's just *me* talking; I take my newborns everywhere ) so you could take him along to show off...or invite them to come to you (just don't give yourself too much work preparing for it).

In any event, HAVE FUN at your shower! Enjoy yourself and celebrate no matter what - you and Baby Ryann more than earned it. My first, and probably only, one during pregnancy is on Sunday. The only person from my family coming is my mom (and little girls) and the other lady it's combined with (who just had her baby last month) has been a real ice cube so far. Just not a very friendly-seeming gal...yet(?)....still hoping... Anyway...I know what you mean about disappointment. I'd much rather have a shower with someone like you. Maybe you two could switch places. hehehe

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