Elijah's First Party: Gender Reveal!

After our ultrasound on Saturday, we threw a big party in honor of our son and to make the announcement that we are having a boy! The original plan was for me to sit outside in a chair with balloons (blue and pink) and for Chip to cut loose one of the colors, leaving only the pink or blue (in this case, the blue). Well, while we were waiting, Chip tied the balloons to the chair and ran inside to get everyone to come out. It was a very windy day and while he was gone, the blue balloons decided to break free, leaving us with the pink. As a result, the announcement was a little less dramatic but still well received! It was an amazing day and we were surrounded by family and friends who are all so excited about the upcoming arrival of Elijah Parish!

Chip was practicing his daddy skills on our nephew, Jacob Parish. I can't wait to see all the neat things Jacob will teach Elijah growing up!

Thomas and Rhonda kindly took over the grilling duties so Chip was able to enjoy our guests. This couple always steps up to help us and has become like family.

Ashlee was my first co-worker and first room mate in Houston. She is a great friend and we were thrilled that she and her daughter, Brianna, were able to celebrate with us!

Wrigley was happy to have so many children to play with!

Nan is my 88 year old grandmother. She is very excited to welcome her first Great Grandson. She is taking us this week to pick out Elijah's crib!

Jacob was fascinated by the big dogs! I know that he and Elijah will have great fun growing up with our "gentle giants", Bonnie and Wrigley.

I know Bonnie is going to be a protective big fur sister.

I think that Wrigley and Elijah will grow up to be best friends!

There is proud Grandad, ready to welcome baby Elijah with open arms

As a big surprise for me, Chip bought Elijah a travel system and bouncy chair in the theme of classic Winnie the Pooh (our nursery theme!). They are beautiful pieces and I can't wait to put our precious little son in these.

Grandma and Grandad Parish gave us this beautiful certificate for Baby's First Picture (also Pooh). Elijah Parish, we can't wait to welcome you in a little under 24 weeks ( though Mommy thinks it is more like 23 weeks). See you soon, buddy.