I really did not think I would get a baby shower. I don't know anyone here in Albuquerque really - except my coworkers. They had mentioned throwing me a shower but I assumed it wouldn't actually happen. Good intentions usually stay as just that, intentions. But, their follow through surprised and touched my heart so much. I went to work that day having no idea that they had planned a whole big event for me. A baby shower in the county jail! Who would have thought! My boss, Dr. Harrington, even came and stayed for the entirety of it. What a trooper. I was so blessed by all the love I received from all of them. Not only did they show up but they all came bearing gifts which will go to good use. I couldn't even tell you the last name of half of the people at the baby shower. I think part of why it was so touching is because these are not people that I have an deep connection with that I've known forever. They are great coworkers that went out of their way to do something special for someone they barely know. It's easy to "pony up" for people you have a long standing vested relationship with but to put forth that effort for someone not of that caliber shows a lot about the hearts of these people.
What a great group of coworkers and new found friends! It still just astonishes me that they did this for someone they barely know. Talk about making a girl feel special!
They even had a special cake made for me!
One of my coworkers hand painted these letters for Quincey's nursery.
Check out the inmate in the background. What a fun story to tell my daughter - that she spent her time inutaro hanging out with hard criminals every day. Thank God for keeping us both safe.
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