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Candle Favors for Baby Showers - Symbolic in Their Use
written by Donna Gorenflo

When a person lights a candle it reminds us of creation, as the flame covers the wick like brand new Spring growth. The word candle means to shine, so really a candle represents the hope and joy of renewal that comes with each new birth. The burning of a candle has for many years, symbolized birth and renewal. The burning candle's place in the celebration of a coming birth at a baby shower is confirmed by history.

Giving candles as favors to the guests came into being because they will serve as a reminder of the event that can be enjoyed long after. Each time the candle burns brings back the day's memory, making it a terrific memento.

Together with the beauty of candlelight is the aroma that can generate a sense of new beginnings, innocence and tenderness that a brand new baby stirs in us. Setting votives scented with baby powder and pillars at various points in the room will impart a sense of serenity and tranquility, soothing the expectant mother and guests, making a fantastic shower experience for all.

As a keepsake of remembrance, candle tins or small votive candles to complement the baby shower theme can be used as party favors. A bigger version of the candle can also be given to the expectant mother so she can look back on how much her family and friends love her every time she lights it. Candles in jars make the most wonderful prizes and even exceptional baby gifts and can be discovered to fit any party theme.

Candles are so perfect for decorating for a baby shower. The ambiance of the lit candle is one of celebration and happiness. The new mom and the invitees will enjoy the lovely warmth cast by the candles glow. A centerpiece of storks, teddy bears, flowers, or whatever theme you choose, with a candle in the center is the perfect finishing touch for the gift or refreshment table.

To make a baby shower especially memorable, a display of candles can be designed with one for every shower guest and a bigger candle for the expectant mother. The burning of the candles should begin with the mommy to be.

The expectant mother lights the largest candle and expresses her wishes for her unborn child. Each of the shower guests then lights their individual candles from the main candle and bestows their blessings on the unborn child, such as May he or she be kind and compassionate or may he be a blessing to the daddy and mommy. This is a great opportunity for the guests to declare their support for the father and mother. Observing the candlelight go from one small flame to a beaming glow, lighting the entire room, adds to the great baby shower.

Donna Gorenflo, owner and operator of Bama Babies & Birthdays recognizes the hope to create a momentous baby shower. Personalizing it is fundamental in hosting an eventful event and our particular line of customized baby shower favors have been well-liked among party hosts since the year 2001.

Additional Reading
Car Donation
- Checking up on the Charity
Donating my Car - Tax deduction information
Donate a Car - Fair market value
Donate your Car - Responsibilities as a car donor

Animal Charities
Purple Heart Car Donations - Helping veterans and their families.
A Leg Up Animal Rescue - Helping animals find owners.
Community Concern for Cats - Addresses the problem of cat overpopulation
Feral Cat Foundation - Volunteer group that works to reduce the suffering of feral cats and kittens.
Friends of Animal Services works close with the Antioch animal shelter. It has begun a campaign of educating the local community regarding the need to spay and neuter pets.
HALO (Homeless Animals Lifeline Organization) works with the Antioch animal shelter and saves cats and dogs
HARP (Homeless Animals Response Program) is an organization that operates with volunteers for the welfare of all animals.
Hayflakes Sanctuary is an organization from Danvile that provides animal rescue, placement and shelter.
Home at Last Animal Rescue has a strong vision about pet rescuing, promoting a ‘no-kill’ movement.
House Rabbit Society  is a foundation where people can find out more on rabbit grooming and conduct.
Humane Society of Sonoma County delivers quality services and a secure shelter for companion pets.
Lindsay Wildlife Museum was founded in 1955. Ever since, the museum contains one of the most important wildlife rehabilitation hospitals in the US.
Northern California Sled Dog Rescue (NorSled) is a non-profit organization founded by volunteers that has an important mission for all unwanted and abandoned dogs.
Rocket Dog Rescue was founded by a number of volunteers who wanted to save abandoned and stray dogs from over crowded animal shelters.

Historical Charities

Aircraft Carrier Hornet Foundation holds the famous aircraft carrier USS Hornet.

Homeless Charities
Fresh Start Walnut Creek organization! It provides the ones in need several support services

Music Charities
California Symphony is one of the best choices in Walnut Creek

Religious Charities
Episcopal Charities is located in Oakland and it has as a main goal providing funds for a large number of Episcopal churches and dioceses in Northern California.
Jewish Community Center of the East Bay is a religious organization located in Berkeley.

Children / Youth Charities
Challenge Day is one of the best programs that were created to block the violence and the alienation that many youths deal with each and every day.
Deer Hill Ranch is a working farm located in Lafayette. All children are invited to experience life in the outdoors
Habitot Children's Museum is located in Berkeley and it has a deep educational mission.
Lafayette Community Center Foundation is totally committed to the rehabilitation and extension of the Lafayette Community Center.
Ravenswood Youth Athletic Association  is a sports association whose vision is to strengthen the character and the bodies of youths through various sports activities.
East Bay Innovations is a company that has a major role in providing customized support for persons with developmental disabilities.

Education Charities
Building with Books – Institution that supports people of developing countries to enhance their self-confidence through the positive action of education.
Emeritus College of DVC - Diablo Valley College's Emeritus College supports people who want to educate themselves and enrich their personal knowledge.

Elderly/ Low Income Charities
Friends House, located in Santa Rosa, focuses on providing better living conditions and health related services for senior people.
The Trinity Housing Foundation has established three main goals back in 1996, when it was founded: to maintain and ensure convenient housing

Environment Charities
Save Mount Diablo is a foundation who wants to preserve the beauty and the integrity of the Mount Diablo’s area.

Health / Wellness Charities
Sacred Dying Foundation is a place where all the society’s misconceptions and limited beliefs about the death experience
St. Luke’s Hospital Junior Auxiliary is a foundation that collects funds for St. Luke’s Health Care Center in SF.
Wellness Community is always close to cancer patients and their families in order to relieve some of the suffering that this terrible disease causes.

Movement Groups
Agape Foundation is the best way to start making a difference, as the foundation sponsors numerous institutions that promote non-violent changes.
Western States Legal Foundation observes and examines the course of several US nuclear weapons programs



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