it's a...

BOY!!!!!

Dear Parker,

Today we did a small "gender reveal" with our closest family and friends to reveal your gender to them. Here's who came:

Bill and Patty aka Daddy Bill and Pattycake

Bill and Carole aka Grandpa and Grandma

Uncle Jay and Aunt Jesse

Aunt Janie

Susan and Nathan

Chris and Erica

Greg and Barrett

Ellen (and Jonathan)

It was a great party and so much fun to cut into that cake! We used the same cake server we used to cut our wedding cake almost 2 years ago. Everyone was SO surprised because we all thought you would be a boy. The ultrasound on Thursday took over an hour because you were very stubborn and didn't want to stay in one spot long enough for us to take your picture. We found out you are growing right on schedule but have very long arms- just like Daddy!

Your Dad and I are now more excited than ever to get ready for you to be here. There's a LOT to do! We continue to pray for a safe and healthy pregnancy and for a safe delivery when the time comes. We love you so, so much and are so excited to be your parents!!

much love,

Mommy