A Valentine Surprise

This past weekend, my family met in Cedar Rapids to celebrate Megan's 30th birthday.  After breakfast at IHOP, we went back to Jamie and Matt's house for a little more celebrating.  Little did we know at the time, we would be celebrating more than just Megan's birthday that day.  Beforehand, Jamie had a suspicion that Megan might have an announcement that day.  When I questioned her about it, her responses totally threw me off from that idea, so I wasn't expecting any big news.  However, Megan and Jeff revealed some big news on a cake:

My parents even picked up on some subtle clues beforehand, so I think (in all my obliviousness) I was the only one genuinely surprised!  

Megan very creatively tied in the Valentine's Day theme not only with the cake but with Valentine cards she gave each of us with a personal message and yet another witty way to announce Baby Nelson is on the way.  The grandparents were even given a countdown that automatically keeps track of the time until Baby Nelson arrives. 

What I really loved about her announcement ideas is how they let Jeff's daughter in on the news; a baby-themed dinner consisting of baby corn, baby carrots, baby back ribs, baby red potatoes, and even baby cupcakes!

This is a big year in the Sabers family with our growing family tree and Jamie's upcoming wedding in August.  I am so excited to be sharing in the journey of motherhood now with one of my sisters!