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Monday, July 20, 2009

Just Another Day At The Beach

Tricia's been spending a girlie weekend in NJ with her mom and sisters and nieces...they made a trip to NYC yesterday to see a Broadway production. So, it's just been me and Gwyneth since Friday morning...we've spent lots of time at the pool and on the beach...
















I'm very thankful for the outdoor showers at the beach accesses here...

Nate
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54 comments:

  1. KristinaJuly 20, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    beautiful shots, love the pondering of the beach treasures

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  2. CarolJuly 20, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    Beautiful precious angel! The baby, not the dog although it is cute, too.

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  3. ShEiLaJuly 20, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    a girl and her pug on the beach... nothin' better.

    ToOdLeS.

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  4. InDeedsJuly 20, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    Cute pictures! I think she looks a lot like you in some of these!

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  5. AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    Nate Jr...girl style.

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  6. auntreneJuly 20, 2009 at 12:58 PM

    Looks like it was a truly wonderful day!!!
    Miss Gwyneth is just getting bigger every time we see pictures.. I love the one of her bum in the air with the ocean in the background.. too much fun!

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  7. TaraJuly 20, 2009 at 1:04 PM

    She is so darn cute. I love her little sand covered butt and legs.

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  8. Love Being A NonnyJuly 20, 2009 at 1:09 PM

    Gwyneth has YOUR eyes and Tricia's mouth. Great combination!

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  9. CarolJuly 20, 2009 at 1:19 PM

    Such great shots! Love the fun you are all clearly having.

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  10. IreneJuly 20, 2009 at 1:41 PM

    What fun!!!!

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  11. BOWquetJuly 20, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    beautiful pictures!!! :)

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  12. RachaelJuly 20, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    what a beautiful little girl Gwyneth is, looks like you had lots of fun xxx

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  13. AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 2:16 PM

    Warm water, too, right?

    Sand and water - both very, very good for baby!

    Barbara

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  14. KoriJuly 20, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Absolutely beautiful. I can't get over how long her hair is getting. Loved all the pictures.

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  15. ElaineJuly 20, 2009 at 2:50 PM

    Oh ny goodness, baby Gwyneth doesn't look so much like a baby anymore. ): Love the pics and as always, they are adorable. Looks as though Meca (sorry if I spelled it wrong) is telling her she looks so nummy, he could just eat her up.

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  16. AmyJuly 20, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    nothing better than a sandy baby hiney!!! so cute!

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  17. My2GirlsJuly 20, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    Nate,
    Photography question for you. Photos 5 & 6. I don't know the correct terminology for the effect, but how do you fade all the background colors and ONLY highlight her PINK little shirt/dress? I've seen that effect on photos before and I've always wondered how to do it. For instance, I've seen it where all background colors are faded and ONLY one item in photo (perhaps a flower) is colored. Okay, that's my photography 101 question for the day.

    P.S. - LOVED the photos ..... as usual.

    Amy
    Va Beach

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  18. DanineJuly 20, 2009 at 4:25 PM

    outdoor showers...psst. don't you know that's what garden hoses are for, lol!

    Great pics!

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  19. bridgetJuly 20, 2009 at 7:39 PM

    Love the little sandy baby toes! :o)

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  20. KateyJuly 20, 2009 at 8:13 PM

    Precious pictures!!! Does Meka like the beach???

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  21. TriciaJuly 20, 2009 at 9:00 PM

    Baby powder is great for getting sand off of skin! Try it some time!

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  22. Little Miss Sunshine StateJuly 20, 2009 at 10:21 PM

    I love her curiosity about the sea things at the beach.

    It seems like she is starting to look less like a "baby" and more like a toddler.

    I was also going to say baby powder is good for getting the sand off the baby. I used to keep a container in my beach bag.

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  23. LisaJuly 20, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    Before I got to the end I was gonna say I bet your car is filled with sand!

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  24. ~j~July 21, 2009 at 1:01 AM

    nothing beats a daddy/daughter day at the beach..great memories are made playing in the sand aren't
    they?!

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  25. Blessedw5momJuly 21, 2009 at 1:20 AM

    LOVE all those pictures! Keep em comin'

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  26. Blessedw5momJuly 21, 2009 at 1:20 AM

    LOVE all those pictures! Keep em comin'

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  27. North Carolina MomJuly 21, 2009 at 1:22 AM

    Aw, she is so cute! I like how she is studying everything, I'm sure she's contemplating a taste. I really love the picture of Gwyneth and Mika (sp?) It looks like the dog is telling her a joke and going "funny, right? funny!"

    I hope Tricia took some pictures in NYC to share!

    Take care.

    Apryl in NC

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  28. HoundDogMomJuly 21, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    Beautiful pictures. I have to agree with several others, she looks like a little Nate Jr. I love how you capture all her expressions. Meka looks like she enjoyed sand as well. Have a great day! Sherri

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  29. KatyJuly 21, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Don't think I've ever shared on this blog just how much I cannnot stand sand. Just talking about it makes me cringe. Seeing it - ugh. And having to touch/walk in it - nearly a nausiating though. Strange I know.

    To say the least - these adorable, yet sandy pix almost put me over the edge of what I can tolerate viewing through my monitor! AHHHHH

    Looks like you two had a great time! And the pug too....

    ~Kate

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  30. mamatutwoJuly 21, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    Wonderful pictures....she looks so much like you!

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  31. Amanda ShihJuly 21, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    Your pictures really pick up textures well, Nate. I can feel the grittiness of the sand when I look at this post! :D

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  32. KarenJuly 21, 2009 at 2:18 PM

    So cute! She looks so serious exploring in the sand.

    I think she looks just like you too. I think another person said that in the commets too.

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  33. AnonymousJuly 21, 2009 at 4:31 PM

    Sweet! I love the photoshots of those sandy beach toes. What a fun and memorable day you created with her. Hope Trish is having a wonderful time.~Darlene

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  34. GretchenJuly 21, 2009 at 10:02 PM

    I love the way her hair kind of swoops and curls in the front. She is so cute!
    Great shots.

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  35. AnonymousJuly 21, 2009 at 10:39 PM

    Wow! She is a mini-you! :)

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  36. ShannonJuly 22, 2009 at 8:04 AM

    Outdoor showers are a lifesaver for those of us with kids. I was just wondering if you had to put her in the car seat like that, lol. Great shots!

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  37. LivinginFaith7830July 22, 2009 at 9:14 AM

    What a special and beautiful little girl! I am currently battling Lymphoma (diagnosed 7/1/09) and your wife's story is so uplifting to me (she has been through so much and still pushing forward)- I have been reading for almost a year now- and I thank you for putting your story out there. God Bles. Sandra

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  38. CJJuly 22, 2009 at 4:50 PM

    Hi! They should make a movie out of your story. Like a made for tv movie on Lifetime. Simply amazing!

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  39. terri cJuly 22, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    Gwyneth's hair is getting SO LONG! Beautiful. And she and Meka appear to be fast friends.

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  40. kellyJuly 23, 2009 at 8:06 AM

    It has been a long time since I've visited this blog and I am amazed at just how much Gwyneth has grown. She is looking fabulous! Meka is looking as adorable as I remember her enjoying playtime on the beach :-)

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  41. The Girls MommyJuly 26, 2009 at 12:01 AM

    Actually, the only use i have ever found for baby powder is at the beach or in the sandbox. It works great to get the sand off! You are such an awesome daddy!

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  42. AnonymousJuly 26, 2009 at 10:20 AM

    I have a sincere question and I don't mean any disrespect. I am a Christian,but need to learn more about God's priciples for my life. I guess I am a new christian. Anyway when I read Kayleigh Freeman's site, he said kayleigh landed on his wife for 30 minutes and then stayed an me. (in the form of a butterfly)Isn't that re-incarnation? Or is it merely a sign.I have lost a very close loved one. My family used to get on me when I would say I feel her presence. THey said it was'nt biblical. Ghosts and christianity don't go hand in hand. What is your position? I read your blog daily,along with theirs. I just am confused.

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  43. Our life is a bowl of Barry'sJuly 26, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    oh, sand in the pants....so fun with a girl, isn't it?!! I really like how you take pictures from her point of view/her level. Love the black and white with hint of color too. Hope Tricia had an absolute blast!!

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  44. KerriJuly 26, 2009 at 4:49 PM

    A great tip for getting sand off super easy and without a shower is baby powder. Just rub a little baby powder between your hands and rub on all the sandy body parts. Works amazingly well. We use it when the kids play in the sand box or when we go to the beach. Oh and I agree that your photos are lovely!

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  45. BrendaJuly 27, 2009 at 1:39 AM

    I have been a follower since Gynneth was a few days old. God bless you all. I have a question about another blog you turned me onto...what ever happened to STELLEN?

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  46. ElaineJuly 27, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    The pictures are absolutely breathtaking. I find myself looking at them over and over again. I can't believe how much Gwyneth has grown.
    Sorry to be nosey, but is everything ok in your neck of the woods? Haven't seen any updates or new pics in a week.
    Elaine from MT

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  47. AnonymousJuly 27, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    These are beautiful, I especially love Gwyneth's hair, it is so pretty:)!

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  48. AnonymousJuly 27, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    These are beautiful, I especially love Gwyneth's hair, it is so pretty:)!

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  49. AnonymousJuly 27, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    These are beautiful, I especially love Gwyneth's hair, it is so pretty:)!

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  50. CFHusbandJuly 27, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    @Anonymous

    Concerning the Freemans' blog...you'll have to ask them when they meant...I can't speak for them.

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  51. andiewadeJuly 27, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    can't believe how much more grown-up her face looks!

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  52. JacolineJuly 27, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    Nate, she's such a cutie pie and so beautiful. You must be a proud dad!
    Just popping in and saying "hi" from across the pond. I read your blog frequently, but never really post anything. But I am thinking of you guys & praying.

    Love, (a fellow old Freq)

    Jacoline

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  53. AnonymousJuly 28, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    I didn't know you had a pug!! I have pugs too! :) Adorable pictures!

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  54. AnonymousJuly 29, 2009 at 1:43 AM

    I like your Pictures! you have A PUG!!! I do too! Check out my blog!

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