Erina, Erika, Katy, Katie and Christina Last Thursday (October 17) we gathered to celebrate Erika and her upcoming wedding to Nick.   This was an event I had been waiting to participate in for a long time.  Erika (along with my mom and sisters) were responsible for throwing my super fun and memorable shower, and I've wanted to return the favor ever since.    When the shower got scheduled,  I contacted Erika's mom and she sent me a dozen pictures of Erika from her early years.  We hung the pictures up around the room and guests had to guess her age in each one.   It ended up being a surprisingly fun shower game, great way to pass time while the final food preparations were made and entertaining to see Erika in her youth.  I'd do that again for sure...    Several of Erika's friends contributed to the food and ambiance, nearly everyone on her invite list was able to come and the evening was a success.  We love Erika and I'm so thrilled for her!  Pictures are here.