Baby shower and Band Gig

It's been a busy couple of weeks here at the Ackley house.  We've been working hard on getting Jillian's room together.  It's funny to be getting someone "settled in" who's not quite here yet.  The more we work on her room, the more excited we become.

Last Sunday, the 7th, I had my baby shower.  It was a two-parter, with a shower being thrown here for me by a friend (thanks, Nikki, you rock!), and one being thrown for me simultaneously by my mom and sister back in Ohio (you guys rock, too!).  We used Skype to webcam the shower so everyone could see me open the gifts, which arrived by mail a few weeks ago.  It was a great time.  I felt very pampered and spoiled by all the attention, and I loved seeing Jilly get spoiled by everyone else.  I never realized how much fun it is as a mom to see other people love on your child and celebrate her life. 

I only took a few pictures, and I'm still waiting on some from the stateside party and the party here (hint, hint).  Here's a couple of the food and decorations.  Nikki made me a diaper cake that was absolutely adorable, and made a great centerpiece for the party.

Jillian got so many great things at her party.  Thanks to everyone for all the lovely gifts!  I can't wait to be able to use those gifts for her.  Only 11 more weeks or so until I'll be bringing her home.  She's a very lucky girl to have so many people who care for her and love her already. 

Last night Marshall and I had a gig with our band, Six Demon Bag.  I was super nervous, since it was our first gig as a band and my first gig pregnant.  It was a blast, and went great!  We got a lot of positive feedback from people, and everyone seemed to enjoy rocking out to our music.  I did wake up this morning and felt like I got hit by a train from all the dancing around yesterday.  I wouldn't change a thing.  Here's a couple candid pics of us rocking out.  Jilly seemed to enjoy herself, too.  She added little kicks and nudges throughout the night, and I'd like to think that was her way of encouraging me on. 

I'm definately taking it easy this evening.  In fact, I'll probably take it easy most of the rest of the week!  We'll see what this weekend has in store for us, but it sure won't be as eventful as last.  We'll probably start cleaning and preparing for my mom's upcoming visit in two weeks.  Can't wait to see her!