Mrs. Bubblegum, Exeter, NH
Age and Occupation: 24, Actuarial Analyst
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Ressearch & Development
Engagement Date: February 9, 2007
Wedding Date: May 2008
Blogging Since: November 2, 2007
Venue: Dunegrass Golf Club
About Me: I can be summed up by the four things I love most: kitties, cheese, math, and Mr. Bubblegum. I am knee-deep in DIY projects to keep wedding costs low but quality high for the special day when I get to marry my bestest friend.
It’s Raining Bubblegums
April 21st, 2008 @ 2:19 pm by Mrs. Bubblegum
This past weekend, my fabulous FMIL (et al) threw me a SUPER FUN bridal shower, which Mr. BG astutely dubbed “Becca day.” All the lady-folk from Mr. BG’s side of the family gathered to shower me with gifts (pun intended), clothe me in tissue paper, and ply me with baked goods – all the while enforcing my belief that I am just ridiculously fortunate to be marrying into such a wonderful family.
We started with the presents, which were – insane. I mean, I made out like a bandit. Here’s a shot of the haul:
Among these was a basket full of presents labeled A to Z. So, yes, that is 26 presents. I was instructed to open them in order. When I opened “A” and found an apple corer, pure genius kicked in, and I realized – “A” is for “apple.” How cute is that?? This has now officially set a bridal shower standard – I will never again be able to attend a bridal shower without creating an alphabet basket.
Meanwhile, I learned something about potholders. Supposedlt, the number of potholders you receive at your bridal shower is indicative of the number of children you will have. Well, let’s see – my FMIL alone got me 3, and the alphabet basket also had a few (frankly, I think that “O” for “oven mitt” and “P” for “potholder” is cheating). So here I am after 4…
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And looking a little less amused after 7…
But it’s okay, because I decided to change the tradition to be based on ice cream scoops (I got 2 
).
And from the discarded giftwrap emerged this lovely ensemble (I expected the hat, but the bra was a pleasant surprise)…
For the rest of the afternoon, I pretty much stuffed my face with this CUPCAKE CAKE (I know, right?):
Until Mr. BG and his brother came to crash the party (aka drive us home). His brother wore this (kee hee)…
AND Mr. BG wore this (so pretty)…
The whole day was awesome – and not just because it was named after me.B ut really, what a way to feel loved. (Here’s me with my FMIL).
17 Responses to “It’s Raining Bubblegums”
I had never heard the potholder thing. I always heard that the number of ribbons you break was how many children you would have.
I’ve only ever heard the ribbon thing, too… methinks there was a conspiracy afoot among the ladies to get you a lot of potholders.
Looks like a fun party!
A cupcake cake…oh who would have thought??? that is one smart idea!
You’re right, that A-Z basket is awesome! I’ll keep that idea in the back of my mind. Your pictures are so cute, I’m glad you had a great shower!
The alphabet basket sounds so cute!!
What did they get you for Z?
Haha, kayleigh - ziploc bags. Some of them were a stretch - “X” was for “x-tra gift.”
that’s the first i’ve seen of a cupcake cake! and an A-Z basket! well done.. hehee.. i may just do that for the next shower.. =D
OMMGG! i looove that cupcake/cake!!! How did they make it like that??? PLEASE SHARE!!!! thanks!
i love these pics…you guys are gonna sooo cute!
those are gonna be 7 cute kids!
Kristen - actually, she got it from Shaw’s! Not sure how they did it (it was as if the frosting was floating on air)
He he that cupcake cake is so cute!
Oooo! I totally love the alphabet basket idea! I’m stealing it for my best girlfriend’s shower 
That is the coolest cupcake cake ever!
could you please list the gifts for the alphabet basket???
