My daughter was recently engaged and the wedding is planned for October 2008. We live in Connecticut and the wedding venue has been chosen and save the date cards mailed. My daughter has five bridesmaids but all of them have financial obligations. I am more than willing to pay for a nice luncheon or brunch shower in a restaurant. I am just wondering if it is proper for the mother of the bride to give the shower? I have no problem paying and listing the bridesmaids as the "givers" of the shower, or printing invitations which totally leave out who is throwing the shower. At approximately $40 or $50 per head, I cannot ask these girls to pay a dime. They have offered to do some decorating. This will be my daughter''s only shower and it will be about 70 people. I am hoping to get some help from all of you bridal experts!!