I made these cookies this past weekend... my last baking venture for at least a couple weeks.
I wanted to make a special treat for family, friends, and the wonderful staff at the hospital... a fun way to introduce our newest addition!
These are basically baby announcements...only edible! :)
As you can tell... I am now sharing the name of our newest addition.
His name is Edward Merton. Both his first and middle name are extremely significant to our family... if you want to know more about that I wrote about it on my mommy blog.
I was recently blessed beyond words by a surprise virtual baby shower from some of the most wonderful women in the world. (you MUST stop by and see the fantastic things they created, I seriously cant stop gushing over it all!)
One of the sweet ladies who so generously donated her time and resources to the event is Wendy. Her blog is a feast for the eyes... as well as the belly! Not only is she an amazing cook, but she used to run her own business designing and making cards.
She is SO talented!!
In addition to making some sweet cards for the virtual shower, she sent me some in the mail! When I got them I was just in love with her creations!!
The "Its A Boy" cookies are 100% inspired by her fantastically beautiful cards!
Thank you so much Wendy... for your time, talent, and inspiration!
Planes, trains, and automobiles!
We plan on calling the baby Eddie. In each of the blue bubbles is a word that describes him! (As I write this post I have yet to meet him, but I have loved and adored him for many months now!)
Sorry this is hard to read... but is says, "Our Family". All my little ones lined up in a row!
I am hoping to be out of surgery by 8:30am, and be snuggling close to our little babe for the rest of the day!
Thank you so much for being a part of this pregnancy and putting up with the (sometimes to often) whining and occasional odd flavor combination! :)
*****
I wanted to say a very special thank you to some awesome friends...
Amber from Bluebonnets & Brownies (isn't that blog name the best?) for the cutest baby clothes wrapped up in the cutest package! She also made the most delectable looking Mini Fruit Pizza's for the Virtual Baby Shower!
Brenda who writes at A Farmgirl's Dabbles... not only did she participate in the Virtual Baby Shower, but she also make a fantastic meal for hubby while I am in the hospital!
Molly made an extremely important contribution... one that I have been waiting for for about 9 months now! She provided a much anticipated bottle of wine! Thanks girl!
Kelly, Stephanie, and Gianna also provided the family with some nourishment while I am away... so much thanks to you sweet and thoughtful ladies! Just wish I was getting to sample some... these ladies can cook!
Shaina was another double hitter... she also did the Virtual Baby Shower and made a meal for my family. Her generosity is amazing!! (She is also a mom of four!)
I love an appreciate you all so much... thank you for all you do!
Congratulations! I hope all goes well!
Posted by: Kara | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:32 AM
Perfectly precious!!! Love these. You are one talented and thoughtful mama. Now go rest. Enjoy your new little one!
And welcome Eddie!
Posted by: Amy | She Wears Many Hats | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:33 AM
It's wonderful that you have such caring friends. That says a lot about you Amanda!
Posted by: Renee (kudos kitchen) | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:34 AM
Beautiful cookies in honor of a beautiful baby boy that you are probably cuddling with right now! Congrats!
Posted by: Renee | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:35 AM
Welcome baby Eddie (no offense meant here...that's my dogs name too :) My last name is Edwards, so we thought it would be great to name him Edward Edwards...Eddie Edwards :P). I hope recovery goes well, and that you enjoy the blissful hospital stay and some special time with your newest blessing before back to the "real world".
xoxo
Posted by: Lisa | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:35 AM
Welcome Eddie! and congratulations! you made tears come to my eyes with this beautiful post, I love your blogs!
Posted by: SandeeA | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:35 AM
Congratulations!
Posted by: Ryan @ Ryan's Baking Blog | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:37 AM
Once again, a huge congratulations! Such stunning cookies! I hope you and baby Eddie are both well.
Posted by: Darla @ Bakingdom | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:39 AM
Congratulations! Those cookies are STUNNING!!
Posted by: Brooke | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:40 AM
Congratulations!!! Hope you have a wonderful day meeting this little man!!!
Posted by: Londa | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:42 AM
Congratulations on your new born baby Eddie! Bless him and Bless you all. This is a beautiful post, love the cookies and love the card.
Best of wishes
Posted by: Rowaida Flayhan | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:43 AM
Love the name....and the cookies! :)
Welcome to the world, Eddie! You got yourself a good mama there! :)
Thinking of you, Amanda! *mwah*
Posted by: bridget {bake at 350} | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:52 AM
Happy Birthday, Eddie! Congratulations to you and your family!!!
Posted by: RosieP | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:57 AM
Those cookies (as well as everything on your site) are completely beautiful! :) And I love the name! Good luck and congratulations on the new family member :)
Posted by: Ryan | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:58 AM
Congrats to you and your family!
Posted by: Maria | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:06 AM
Your posts always bring a smile to my face. Congratulations to you and your family. Children are such a blessing and little Eddie is blessed to have such a wonderful loving mother.
Posted by: MIss | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:11 AM
Welcome, baby Eddie! I'm so glad his present arrived just in time. The cookies are just adorable. That Wendybird sure is talented!
Posted by: Amber | Bluebonnets & Brownies | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:20 AM
Oh, those are so lovely! I love the brown/blue combo. I have to hop over to your other blog to see what the names are about. I love when people choose names with significance, such beauty in that. Hope you are enjoying some sweet time with your sweet addition this AM!
Posted by: Amy's blah, blah, blog | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:44 AM
wow!!!!! love it so different than all the generic announcers!!!
smiles,
sara
Posted by: Table Couture | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:53 AM
So fun! As always your cookies are amAAAZing! Keeping you and your family in my prayers for the big day and beyond. Blessings, Sheila
Posted by: Strawberry CAKE | Mar 28, 2011 at 10:12 AM
They are so adorable and I can't wait to get a peek and your new bundle of joy! It's almost 8:30 and I am thinking of you and your family and wishing you all well!
Posted by: Diane {createdbydiane.blogspot.com} | Mar 28, 2011 at 10:17 AM
What a FUN set of cookies! Love the name you chose. That last family cookie deserves to be framed in your home. :)
Posted by: Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles | Mar 28, 2011 at 10:32 AM
Love! Wishing you happiness and lots of cuddly fun w/ Eddie :)
Posted by: Lori @ RecipeGirl | Mar 28, 2011 at 10:34 AM
Welcome to your beautiful family Eddie! Looking forward to your Mommy showing you off to the world soon.
Posted by: Paula | Mar 28, 2011 at 10:47 AM
That's an adorable idea! So personal, as well.
Posted by: Connie | Mar 28, 2011 at 10:57 AM
So cute, love all the cookies! Congrats!
Posted by: CM @ A Little Lilac | Mar 28, 2011 at 11:08 AM
Beautiful cookies, beautiful name, and I'm sure you'll have a beautiful boy! Can't wait for an update! :)
Posted by: Jennifer Nixon | Mar 28, 2011 at 11:32 AM
Love these cookies! What a sweet way to introduce everyone to your new baby boy :)
Posted by: Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction | Mar 28, 2011 at 12:29 PM
Congratulations! Your cookies are beautiful - good luck!!
Posted by: Diana @ a girl, a dog and an oven | Mar 28, 2011 at 12:39 PM
Can't wait to hear that baby and momma are well and comfortable. Lovely name!
Posted by: Jenny | Mar 28, 2011 at 01:56 PM
Congratulations and good luck!
Enjoy your precious blessing!
Posted by: Heather | Mar 28, 2011 at 02:19 PM
Best wishes and can't wait to see photos of your new bundle of joy soon!
Posted by: Paige Galla | Mar 28, 2011 at 06:05 PM
Congrats Amanda and Happy Birthday Eddie!
Posted by: Shannon | Mar 28, 2011 at 06:21 PM
Congrats to one sweet mama. I am so happy for you.
Posted by: Trish | Mar 28, 2011 at 06:38 PM
Congratulations!! Such joyful news!!
Posted by: A Sweet Intent | Mar 28, 2011 at 07:02 PM
Congrats! I cannot believe that you made cookies for other people! People should be bringing you cookies - lol. You are too nice! :)
Posted by: Denine Anderson-Regan | Mar 28, 2011 at 07:14 PM
Cute cookies! Congratulations in advance! I hope everything goes well!
Posted by: Jenn | Mar 28, 2011 at 07:26 PM
Congratulations!
Posted by: Abby | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:34 PM
Beyond adorable. You are so talented!xx
Melanie
www.theiconicblog.com
Posted by: The Iconic Blog | Mar 28, 2011 at 08:35 PM
I have no idea how you accomplish so much and almost ready to give birth! You are truly amazing...and your talent and creativity unending. Sending all of you warmest congratulations and big love! Take care of YOU in all this ~ :-)
Pat
Posted by: Pat | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:00 PM
Congratulations! What an exciting time. I love how you baked cookies to thank your loved ones and celebrate the baby :) So special! I hope tomorrow goes well. Beautiful cookies!
Posted by: Amy | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:01 PM
Will be thinking about you and praying for you.
Posted by: Tahna | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:20 PM
These are so sweet!
Posted by: Julie @ Willow Bird Baking | Mar 28, 2011 at 09:22 PM
I'm a first time reader but I just wanted to say congrats! You are so talented and everything you make is beautiful.
Posted by: Allie | Mar 28, 2011 at 10:16 PM
CONGRATULATIONS !!!!
I hope everything goes perfect for you and the baby.
Posted by: morgana | Mar 29, 2011 at 01:52 AM
Congrats!!!! I hope everything goes well! Love your cookies!! Keep us all updated! xoxo
Posted by: faithy | Mar 29, 2011 at 02:38 AM
Congrats!!!!!!!I hope that everything goes well too! xoxo
Posted by: Maria | Mar 29, 2011 at 03:41 AM
I have never heard of anything like this virtual baby shower! How utterly delightful and optimistic about today's culture. Blogging is doing so many positive things for so many people and it was been a pleasure to come here today and read this fabulous story. Congratulations to you and your precious bundle of boy!
Posted by: snippets of thyme | Mar 29, 2011 at 06:52 AM
your virtual shower was fantastic!
i always say that if someone is kind of heart & genuine to others...it comes back & it did for you!
very best wishes to eddie & you & your entire family for joy, good health & a magical journey!
Posted by: linda | Mar 29, 2011 at 07:59 AM
Congrats to Mr. Eddie and his soon entrance into the world!
Posted by: Erica B. | Mar 29, 2011 at 08:15 AM