Celebrations!

Last weekend we did a whole lot of celebrating: a bridal shower for Gina, the big 2-9 for Geno, and Gina's parents celebrated their {29th} birthdays on Saturday and Sunday. How cool would it be if your spouse had their brithday a day after yours?

Sounds, to me, like a good excuse for a cruise.

On Friday, I hosted a Pampered Chef shower for Gina. Gina was so excited -- just beaming -- as she received gifts to prepare her for wifeyhood. We invited neighbors and family friends, mothers and wives of Geno's friends from waaaaay back. Wedding celebrations are truly special. It's amazing to look back and think of the dear friends that have stuck around for 20+ years. Nothing compares to that, my friends.

While the girls played with Pampered Chef goodies, the boys were doing man things, like watching the Braves game, drinking beers, and grilling out.

Saturday was dedicated to the birthdays: Geno and Gina's mom and dad. We celebrated in true Ferraro/Engle/Dinovo fashion by hitting up the local Mexican joint. Nothing says "Happy Birthday" like cheese dip. You know that's a fact.

With a yummy {homemade from the sweet little cupcake store} cake, we sang Happy Birthday!

Then Cathleen stuck the birthday candles up her nose.

Kidding.

She just wanted to pose with the cake.

On Sunday we gathered again for an early dinner and good ol' fashion family time. The weather was just gorgeous and made hanging outside a welcomed activity. Frank and Geno decided to dust off their gloves and pull some muscles play catch.

I decided to try my hand at some artsy photos. Laura, how'd I do?! Baby steps, I say.

We said our goodbyes and squealed with excitement because the next time we see them, we will be celebrating them as husband and wife!