Gender Reveal | What Will Baby Bee?

This was such a fun day for our family.  We have waited in anticipation for THREE weeks for this time to finally get here- what will this sweet baby bee?? 
So many people were involved in this event – and an extra special thank you and shout out to our sweet friend, Sarah and hubby Chris for keeping the huge secret under wraps so that we could be surprised!  On the day gender was determined, she was given permission to call my doctor and be the first to know the gender of our little miracle baby.  
Don’t you know everyone asked who and where she was!  
They all wanted a crack at her to see if she would spill the beans.
Stone-faced Sarah, I’ll call her.
The DETAILS
I was so very pleased with how well all this came together.  I was panicking on Tuesday last week feeling so unorganized, but honestly on the day of the party it was done and I was NOT stressed at all.
Ok, so.  There may have been a wig-out session around 9am on Saturday morning, but after Jordan told me to cool my jets and put me in my place for the day ahead, all was well.

The FOOD

Appetizers
Chicken & Waffles w Honey Mustard Maple Syrup
| chick-fil-a nuggets, eggo mini waffles, equal parts honey mustard, maple syrup, honey | 
Pimento Cheese Dip w Frito Scoops
Veggie Dip Cups w Jalapeno Ranch
| zucchini, summer squash, red peppers; kraft salad dressing | 
Berry Cups with Honey Yogurt
| blackberries, raspberries, strawberries; greek god’s honey strawberry greek yogurt |
Main
Honey Bee-Bee-Q Pulled Chicken
| italian dressing, honey bbq sauce, raw chicken breast; LOW for 7 hours; shred | 
Bee-Bee-Q Sauce
| strain sauce mixture after chicken is finished cooking | 
Vinegar Slaw
| 1 cabbage; sliced thin, 1 yellow onion; sliced thin; sprinkle with 3/4 cup sugar; heat 3/4 c vegetable oil, 3/4 c distilled vinegar, 2 tsp sugar; 1 tsp celery seed, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp dry mustard; pour over cabbage/onion and refrigerate for 24 hours | 
Mac & Cheese Bar
| chipotle mac, american mac, white cheddar (alfredo) mac |
Potato Salad
Drinks
Bee’s Knees Punch
| equal parts diet sprite, V8 splash pineapple-orange, lemonade |
Assorted Bee-r
Dessert
Lemon & White Cupcakes with Buttercream Icing

Mac & Cheese Bar Toppings
| sun dried tomatoes, broccoli, green onions, fresh jalapeño, bacon bits, mozzarella cheese |

heart necklace | tiny tags // p&j initials |  bip and bop
The REVEAL
Truth be told- I was absolutely exhausted from everything this party entailed, and so when it was time to pop those confetti poppers, everyone was looking at me, everyone was ready and waiting with anticipation..and all these people were there to celebrate this baby (girl).
So, I cried a little.

 ..and then I just couldn’t stop screaming..

 (Amber close your mouth..)

 ..really..

 Parker and Jolie were SO confused!
But there was pure joy on our faces.

Another baby GIRL it is!
The GROUP
I didn’t realize until I could hardly walk through my house that there was literally NO ONE missing.
So very thankful for each one of these special people in our lives!  
The Big SISTERS

 cardigan | target // crown me glitter tee | lola & darla 
bloomers | loveylake // moccasins | gracious may // glitter bow | shelby chic boutique

The DADDY
vest & fleece leggings | white plum 

 Girl Dad for Life

..and he’s a really, really great one.

party invite, food labels: ck fireboots
what will baby bee banner, cupcake toppers & wrappers, straws: dimply sweet
honeycombs: wood craft products
hey baby glitter pom banner: little dovie
sleepy bear nightgown: loved by hannah & eli
confetti poppers: dixie + twine
glitter spoons: modparty 
burlap table runner: hobby lobby
photography credit: bfaith photography

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January 27, 2015

  1. Jen Klares says:

    Swooning! Congratulations! Such a beautiful family. 🙂

  2. Tiffany says:

    Awww yay!!! This is so exciting! The party was seriously so cute! I loved seing it all! And it's so amazing that you had so many people come out to see you celebrate the gender of your baby bee.

  3. awww….such a cute party!!! I loved all the details. I know it was alot of work, but you did a g-r-e-a-t job. You had alot of people show up. That's awesome. Congrats on another princess. :)'

  4. You sure do throw an amazing party! So excited for you, the girls, and Jordan!

  5. Dani Lewis says:

    I am so excited for you girl! Bobby and I find out this weekend (hopefully) so I know the feeling of waiting. What a beautiful family you have. This little girl has no idea what an amazing family she is coming into! Much Love!

  6. Amanda says:

    Adorable party! Congrats on another sweet baby girl!

  7. *Irene* says:

    Girl, I'm not sure how you do it?! I'm exhausted just looking at all the hard work that went into this party. Congrats!!!

  8. Malea Grace says:

    this is SO cute!!! congratulations!!

  9. This party was the cutest theme ever and I can't wait for another baby girl to see sporting all those fabulous outfits and bows! 😉 Good job Sarah for keepin that pa-pa-pa-poker face!

  10. Becky says:

    sure wish we did reveal parties 44 years ago except after I typed that I remembered we didn't know what we were having until they were born- How times have changed! You had an awesome party and congrats on adding another babe to your family- looks like she will also be surrounded by much love and support

  11. Katie says:

    you need to be a party planner! everything is beautiful and perfect! congrats on another girl!!!

  12. Ash. says:

    I stalked your insta aaalllll day long to find out. I love little girls. congratulations!!!

    Random question. Do you guys recycle your decorations from all these fantastic parties you throw!?

  13. amber says:

    Ash! Thank you for being excited with us! So much fun:) I DO recycle them, sell them.. its up for grabs to whomever would like:)

  14. LOVE SO MUCH! Those pictures of you and Jordan at the end of the day made me tear up! Acrually, just thinking about his prayer that night makes me tear up ? I'm a big ol' bawl baby. Everything was so beautiful. I'm ashamed I guessed wrong and wore the wrong color ? Sarah is the best friend ever for being so great about holding the exciting news in. I'm sure that was so tough for y'all lol

    Love y'all! So so happy!

  15. Lara says:

    Oh my gosh!! Congrats. I am crying just reading this and looking at the pictures. Also, your home and parties are beautiful. I feel like I have dump parties. LOL
    Congrats again on your blessing.

  16. Laci Murray says:

    Girl you are one party thrower!! The gold in this party was my FAVE!!! Such a great party theme. Congrats on a sweet baby girl!!

  17. Jenny Ikari says:

    The pure joy on your faces when you found out made me cry! What a fun looking party and congratulations!

    XOXO

  18. Kelly says:

    Oh my goodness, this is absolutely amazing – the party is so cute and congratulations on another little girl!

    xx Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

  19. Everything about this is so incredibly cute. Congrats on another gorgeous little girl!!!

    Amanda
    http://www.queenofthelandoftwigsnberries.com

  20. SUCH a cute theme and reveal! LOVE it! It turned out perfect. Congrats on another girl! 🙂