Melissa and Matt's Baby Shower - 10/29/05

What's Up People!

Just wanted to share a few pictures of our Baby Shower last Saturday. Melissa and I had a wonderful time being around our family and freinds in celebration of our little Giana. There was a whole lotta love in the room and we just wanted you to relive the moment.

Please feel free to post your comments!!!!

Enjoy!
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Before we go any further... let me introduce you to Jessica (Melissa's sister). As you can see Jessica had not slept for 3 months in preparation for our baby shower. Though she busted her ass trying to get things done... look how she still manages to keep a cheeeeeeeeery smile.

Great Job Jess... now try to get some sleep!







Here's a shot of our guests mingling, gossiping, flirting, etc...













Here's a moment where Nancy and Ron (Matt's brother) huddle to pose for the camera.
Thanks guys!












Here's one with Matt's parents (Grandpa Harry and Grandma Sylvia). Mom tends to keep her eyes half-way closed when taking pictures... and no one seems to know why. Why mom?











Here's Rose hanging out with Grandmas Alex and Ivette. Oh... and my two chicks are in there too.













Here's our niece Ashley hangin' out with Titi Melissa. You should have seen Ashley dancin that Reggaeton!

These kids nowadays... I tell you!















Here's Melissa crackin' the gifts.


















We have just been officially "Baby Pimped".
Who's your Daddy? ... and Mommy?













Oooh... an assortment of shampoos, bubble bath, lotions, and BUTT CREAM!!!!!!!!!! (you just had to be there!)












If I could only get one ass cheek in here.














I think the baby's gonna look like me... whattaythink?













Yes... Giana will be rockin' the red and white Timz this winter.













So... whose idea was it with the hat?















We received this beautiful Pack and Play Pen and a savings bond for our daughter courtesy of Cat and Millie Maisonette (hope I spelled that right). Our families go back way before I was ever conceived, so their presence and contribution means the world to us. Thanks so much for your love, genorosity, and support. God Bless!!!






We received many wonderful gifts from our family and friends... way too many to post on this site. With such support, we are extremely appreciative of your love and we thank you for all you have done to make Giana's arrival a warm welcome home.

Now to the guests!

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Here's Melissa's side of the family.

Sarah, Eric, Nikki, Momma, Melanie, and Leslie.

Thanks for being there!!! We love you!









Melissa with her aunts Lisa and Margie

Guys... thanks for your words. I know Grandma was and is with us all along. Da-Ding!!!

We love you guys big time!










Nancy, Melissa and the two kids.
Ohhh... Nancy's expecting too.

Nancy... you guys look and act like siamese twins.

Thanks for all your help with this. You and Doogie always go beyond, and we thank you for your neverending love and support. You da best mama!

We love you!





Ivette and company

It was great seeing you. Thanks for the years of keeping in touch and being there. We're here!











Big Scott

A lady needs a little man power from time to time. Thanks for the running around with Jessica.
You too made it happen!

Also... a special thanks for your gifts on the baby's coming home outfit . We had tears in our eyes when Jessica opened the box.

Much love.










Iris

Thanks for the Timz!
I'll put in a good word with Boo!

Ohhh... and I promise to never call you at 3 in the morning again. ;-)








Erika, Odalis, and Cathy

It's always great seeing you. Thanks for the food, gifts and support. We love you!!!

And girls.... chill with the Reggaeton Ok?









Ryan

What's up God son!!!
We love you boy!











Aida and Eli

Thanks so much for the gifts and the toy chest. Let's just hope our little one doesn't run out of space too quickly... or else I'll have to see you for a bigger chest.

Thanks again for your support.

We love you!





Millie and Cat

Everytime I see you guys, I remember the days of Colman Park - goofing around with Dez and Nic on my rollerskates that threw off sparks. It seems like forever.

Thanks again for always being in my family's life!
49 years and counting.

We love you!!!




Nicole

Don't lie... you had the Rollerskates that sparked too.

We go back as back can go. We might have even shared a bathtub together - but I won't go there.

Thanks for the gifts, your love and support. And I promise to get you that CD!!! I Promise!!!

Love you!


Will and Melissa

Yo Brotha. Thanks for representing our friendship to the fullest. You have a way of showing how much you care about us in the simplest way. Thanks for everything you do!

Ohh and we look forward to getting to know your main squeeze... she's a cutie! Watch out!

Much love!




Cynthia and Wayne

You and Wayne have become a very special part of our lives. Whether we're white-water rafting the Delaware Water Gap or kicking back at the house... we always have a great time together.

Thanks for the friendship.

We love you guys!





Chris and Alisa

Thanks for taking time away from your precious baby boy Christian, to celebrate our little one.
It's always a pleasure seeing you.

Thanks for everything!!!








Nancy and Denise

You chicks are too friggin' hot!

It feels like we've practically become family in such short time. Your friendship goes beyond words... we love you Thomas, Jeremy, and Jordan.

Thanks for being you.

But Matt reeaalllllly loves Nancy ;-)



Sylvia (Matt's mom)

You are truly a gift from God. Thanks for always being there with unconditional love for the both of us. Our world is always brighter with you around.

We love you beyond words!








Ray and Gloria

We always have a great time hanging out with you guys. Thanks for everything!

Ray... what's your Chinese name?
Isn't it MeNoWok?

Love you!






Margie and Jay

We had a good time at your house this summer. Hopefully we can beach it up more often considering we're only 5 minutes away from each other.

Thanks for hanging out with us on this very special occassion.

Our love!




Brother Ron (Matt's brother... can't you tell?)

Whatcha got in that cup Bro?

Thanks for always showing love and extending yourself in ways only you can. The baby will have a fine place to rest her head and lay her clothes on account of you. Thanks for loving us unconditionally and being there when we need you.

We love you very much!!!



Angel Luis

Angel it was great seeing you after such a long time. Know that you always have friends in Melissa and Matt and we hope to get together more often.

With Love.







George and Alex (Melissa's parents)

Alex is probably gonna kill me for putting this picture out here.. but what the hell. She's too vain anyway.

Thanks for always expressing your undying love for us. Your anticipation for your grand daughter makes us so proud to know Giana will be loved on all ends. Your first grandchild will brighten your world as you will brighten hers. You'll see.

We love you deeply!!!


Jessica

Jess you did a fantabulous job organizing the shower with the team. Thanks for going beyond the call of duty... you truly out-did yourself!!!! If there's anything we can do, please let us know.

But just remember to stay off the music.
DJaying is not your thing.

Love you anyway!




Doogie

I wish I had a better picture of you to post on this site... but what's better than this? (I'm sure you'd appreciate the humor you clown.)

At the drop of a dime you are always there for us. You always go the furthest mile to help a friend out... and for that we are so appreciative of you.

May God bless you, Nancy, and my little nephew/niece coming through. We love you!!!


Antony and George (Melissa's brother and father)

Two very important men in our life.

Though its hard to stay in touch sometimes, know that you are always with us in mind and spirit.

Thanks for spending time with us on this occasion. Seeing you both means the world!

Love you much!!!




Melissa and Jenny

Jenny your heart is way too big!!! I'm sure you wouldn't mind being Giana's "uptown aunt" who will style her in the latest diggs. But if she ever comes home bougie, I'm a kick yo ass!!!

Thanks for your years of friendship.

We love you!

... but leave them boys alone dammit.



Wil and Ghana

With only 1 week before dropping your third child, you guys came out to support us. We love you guys to death!!!

Thanks for the years of friendship..., the talks, the buildin', the music, the everything!!!

May God continue to bless Adanna, Zuri and baby Hylton today and beyond. We love you big time!!!



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And one for the road........


Matt and Melissa

Melissa and I have a special bond that didn't come easy. We struggled like many couples... but over time we had learned to compromise and appreciate each others strengths and weaknesses. After 12 years of knowing each other, we have grown to respect and love each other more than ever. And through the grace of God, we will continue to grow in love to offer Giana a strong foundation to guide her through the rest of her life. We live to be a positve example to her, so that she may grow to be strong, independent, responsible, and loving to those worthy of her love. Love conquers all things, so with love we will guide her as best as we can... even if it means tough love.

We are overjoyed at the birth of our daughter and we are glad that you were able to share in our happiness. We love you and we thank you for all you have done to make our celebration special.

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For those who couldn't make it, we love you anyway:

• Claude and Vivian - Congratulations on your little boy, Max. May he bring abundant joy to your family. Thanks for the gifts... we'll walk our kids in the park soon enough!!!
• Ant and Cindy - Ant thanks for the years of friendship and faith in all we set to do. Things will take off - I know as you know! Thanks again for the gifts... especially the Elmo potty doll. Giana's gonna love that one.
• Paul and Lisa - Paul, you're one of my oldest and closest friends. We've been through alot together. Though we missed you - we love you like family. Thanks for the gifts! We gotta hang out more often... we're neighbors now dammit! No excuse!
  
• Chandra - You've been with us from day one and know "everything" about the Melissa and Matt escapade. You've seen us when we met, broke-up, got married, and now with child. It would have been great to be with you. Let's hook up soon!!! Melissa can't drink... but I can! Sangria??? Love you !!!!
• Maddy - Why weren't you at our baby shower??? Ooh yeah....... you had your own baby shower to go to. Hope it was fun! May baby Grace grace your home with all good things. We'll be strolling along this Spring. Love you!
• Angel Nieves - What's up cuz! I know you would have been the first person at the door had you not have to fly out. You were missed very much! We love you!
• Catarina - Your friendship is means the world to us. You are such a wonderful person and we love you soooo much. Thanks for the gift. We missed you and we love you!
• Zoe - I am sooooo glad you are back in my life. After 15 years with no contact, God led us to each other on the corner of 27th street and Park Ave. It would have been great to be with you, but I know the deal. We love you much! Send our love to Stephanie... she's the bomb!!!!!
• Vivian (Jessica's mom) - You are one person very close and dear to our hearts. Thanks for you years of love and support. You were deeply missed. We love you!!!
• Carmen and Bobby - You guys are very special to us and we are so sad about the mixup. We would have loved to have seen you guys! We'll see each other soon... we promise. Thanks for the gifts. We love you guys!
• Special thanks to our families in Florida. Wish you were here! We love you!

Matt, Melissa and Giana Renee Velez


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