It's a......

GIRL! We are so excited to announce that baby number 2, coming our way sometime in February, is going to be another girl! We repeated the tradition of having the ultrasound technician write down the baby's gender for us, went to a local cupcakery (is that even a word?? Probably not...) and had them box up either a pink or blue goodie. However, this time we were able to share the experience with the big sis to be. 

To be honest, I think she was more excited about the cupcake than anything else. Can I blame her?? We found out together, the three of us, which was really special, and then planned a dinner party for our family to get together and find out as well.  Here are a few of my fav shots from the party... :)

While we know that Madeline really had very little idea of what the fuss was all about, it was so much fun to include her in the big reveal. And, we know, that someday she will be so thankful for the sweet relationship of a sister. 

Of course, we had no preference as to whether we wanted a boy a girl, just a happy healthy baby. BUT, now that we know, I've been thinking of all the things I LOVE about having girls. Here are some of my top.

1. Everything pink and sparkly

2. Dance parties to our fav songs

3. Painted toes

4. Shared secrets (while this is not something I get to experience yet...I look forward to it someday)

5. Learning to be a tough girl but still being cute

There are so many others....and I feel challenged to keep thinking about what I'm truly thankful for about being a woman and having girls. I will keep you posted with what I come up with as I continue to ponder. 

But for now, bring on the pink glitter...time to start prepping for another Ringer girl!