Welcome Home Party!!!!

I know this post is a little late but I had to round up pictures from our guests since I totally neglected to get my camera out during the party. Anyway......

Last Saturday night we had an East meets West party hosted by Avery's grandparents. We had a great turn-out with over 110 people in attendance to welcome her home!! We had a full spread of BBQ (70#'s of brisket!!) and all the fixin's and a variety of Chinese entrees too. I promise that no one went away hungry!!!! For dessert we had a chocolate fountain with a variety of fruits and even marshmallows, chocolate chip cookies, and a castle cake made by Avery's grandma!!

Everyone was so excited to get to meet Avery and she did fantastic during the party. She really was the center of attention!! She received some awesome gifts and we are overwhelmed with the generosity of all friends and family.

Pictures of the party:

We decorated the room and tables with both American and Chinese decorations to symbolize to joining of the two cultures. Sandra and I made centerpieces for each of the tables with half being American and half being Chinese. It really turned out cute if I do say so myself.

The American table centerpieces!!

The Chinese table centerpieces!!!

Avery loves going up in the air!!! Here she is with my brother, her Uncle Chris, and her smiles are evident!

My dad entertained the other kids there by blowing bubbles. It was a big hit!

Avery can't believe all this is fuss is for her!!!

Me, Paul, and Avery posing in front of Avery's castle cake!

Paul giving Avery a sample of her cake.

We had Avery's 100 Good Wishes Quilt on display so that everyone could see the finished project and see what they all had contributed to.

Me, Kelley, and Erin with our little Chinese beauties!! We are waiting a few more to come home then our mini-posse will be complete!!

I won't even begin to post pictures of all the guests because I don't want to leave anyone out!! A great time was had by all we feel so blessed to have such a large group of family and friends that supported, encouraged, and loved us during the wait and were anxious to welcome our baby girl home!!!

Thanks so much to everyone who helped with this party for one very special little girl!!!!