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Thursday, August 20, 2009

Kisses, Touchdowns, Peek-a-boo and More!

Gwyneth has been learning so much recently. Here is a video that highlights a few of the new things she's doing. In fact, today was the first day she gave me a kiss! What a blessing!!!



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87 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 20, 2009 at 6:06 PM

    Ohhhhhhhhhhh, baby kisses. I love them. My babies are six and two and I miss those sweet kisses.

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  2. Growing Up RutledgeAugust 20, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    Gwyneth is the best! She's so cute!

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  3. DebbieAugust 20, 2009 at 6:10 PM

    She is so amazing...you and Tricia are wonderful parents.

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  4. Brown Eyed GirlAugust 20, 2009 at 6:10 PM

    Wow, it is so fun watching her grow. Thanks for sharing these great milestones.

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  5. AnonymousAugust 20, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    That was absolutely precious!!! It definitely made me smile.

    Beth

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  6. LAAugust 20, 2009 at 6:25 PM

    Aww, this a great video! She seems to be growing up real fast lately!! Thanks for sharing this with us.

    Loving the TOUCHDOWN!!

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  7. SelinaAugust 20, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    Truly beautiful! Thank you for sharing these precious moments with us.

    bye bye Gwyneth!

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  8. ChristyAugust 20, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    Too great for words, miracle girl!!!

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  9. Corby and LaurenAugust 20, 2009 at 6:40 PM

    Oh my word... those little kisses are absolutely precious!!! Thanks for sharing!

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  10. Hershbine FamilyAugust 20, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Raising a true SOUTHERN GIRL! TOUCHDOWN!! I was raised a southern girl, too. could sing the Bama Fight Song by the age of three! Love that football! so sweet, thank you for sharing her with all of us, through your blog! ;)

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  11. EmilyAugust 20, 2009 at 6:49 PM

    Oh, what a cutie! Baby kisses are so precious. <3

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  12. AndreaAugust 20, 2009 at 6:49 PM

    What a beautiful blessing!!!

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  13. ShariAugust 20, 2009 at 6:57 PM

    She has come so far! She is truly a miracle baby! I love getting kisses and loves from my boys! She is one amazing little girl! And cute, too! :0)

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  14. QuatroMamaAugust 20, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    She's come SO FAR! Rejoicing in the kissing, peak-a-boo, and touchdown milestones with you!

    Your friends,
    The Murray Quads

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  15. RoseAugust 20, 2009 at 7:17 PM

    So cute!

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  16. JenAugust 20, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    Thank you for sharing with all of us that have followed you through this amazing journey! What a fun, sweet video.

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  17. AbbyAugust 20, 2009 at 8:16 PM

    Ok, so I've been following your blog for a while but have never posted. I LOVED this video so much, I just HAD to comment :-) God has given you such an amazing little girl! My 2 year old Eli loved watching the video too - he was smitten!!

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  18. AspiemomAugust 20, 2009 at 8:36 PM

    That's so sweet! I love getting to see her grow and develop.

    And, Nate, you are just the BEST dad! You are so hands-on and you can just see how she loves you!

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  19. Be Thou ExaltedAugust 20, 2009 at 8:44 PM

    What a blessing! Thanks for sharing!

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  20. JenniferAugust 20, 2009 at 8:55 PM

    OOOOO. She's so cute!

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  21. TheRagan3August 20, 2009 at 9:07 PM

    so adorable! I love it! Thanks for sharing the milestones! Reminds me to get my video camera out and capture more of my 3 yr old.

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  22. KyleeAugust 20, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    So cute! Baby kisses are the best!

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  23. AnnetteAugust 20, 2009 at 9:51 PM

    That is so amazing and what a blessing ! When I first started reading your blog, she was only days old and to see her today is truly a work of God. Thanks for sharing.

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  24. Tote, Debby, Sammy and Caleb JimenezAugust 20, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    wow! that was amazing! i couldn't stop thinking about when she was born and how far she's come! God is just awesome!!!! it was reminding me of a post you did at one time asking what types of things people would like you and tricia to experience one day as parents (or something like it. i've got mommy brain!) how cool that you're experiencing so many new, fun, adorable things with sweet gwyneth now?! love love love it!
    Praise the Lord!!! =)

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  25. DanineAugust 20, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    How wonderful!

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  26. SeadreamfotoAugust 20, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    thank you for sharing. I said today anyone who doesn't believe in miracles, should be following the many blessings each day brings especially for you three.

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  27. Rick LawrensonAugust 20, 2009 at 10:51 PM

    Being in a Redskins family she will not likely be doing the "touchdown" signal very often this year.

    Teach her the "choke" sign for Sunday afternoons.

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  28. KimberlyAugust 20, 2009 at 11:01 PM

    Nathan, I rarely get to check other blogs anymore and am so glad I took the moment this evening. What AN amazing blessing this little peanut is to you!! Her growth is astounding since the last time I checked in! God bless you all, thrilled that things are going so well for you..

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  29. PennyAugust 20, 2009 at 11:06 PM

    She's going to make a lot of "guy friends" with the football concepts! Too cute! =)

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  30. jdphelanAugust 20, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Hey Nate! I haven't commented since both the girls were in the hospital, but I still keep up.

    This video is amazing! We have a little girl who is 21 months old. Its so much fun to watch them grow and learn. :o) Thanks for sharing!

    btw, Gweneths faces are hilarous! She's full of it!

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  31. TrinketAugust 20, 2009 at 11:23 PM

    How adorable!

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  32. Tracy P.August 20, 2009 at 11:29 PM

    Precious, precious girl!

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  33. Caroline CordleAugust 21, 2009 at 2:20 AM

    Awww! It's so great when they start doing stuff! I'm tryng to getAbi to clap just now - she will wave and do big open mouth kisses!...but only when she feels like it - she IS a woman...hehe!

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  34. Tina KewyAugust 21, 2009 at 2:23 AM

    She has come so far! Thanks for sharing Nathan!! She has Tricia's smile but I can definitely see you in her as well!
    Bye bye Pretty Gwyneth!!!

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  35. AnonymousAugust 21, 2009 at 3:37 AM

    WhaT a way to start the day - having my breakfast and watched the video - smiled all the way through it!

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  36. Rebecca MeyersAugust 21, 2009 at 8:00 AM

    Now, THAT is my most favorite yet! Ellie's too. She's going to watch it again now. Love, love, love it. Those sweet kisses are what it's all about.

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  37. BrianneAugust 21, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    You just made my morning! I have tears running down my face because it's so touching to see how far she has come since I first started reading your story. God is amazing in so many ways. She's beautiful. And I'm so glad that you're able to have the experience of getting kisses from your little princess. It's the best thing EVER, isn't it?!

    Brianne

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  38. AnonymousAugust 21, 2009 at 9:01 AM

    soooo precious and heart warming! thanks for sharing nate! hugs to all xoxo Liz from the land down under! ;)

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  39. MarieAugust 21, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    OHHHHHHHH, she is just precious, I always read your blog, Kisses are so sweet and I love the "touchdown"
    You and Tricia are awesome parents !!

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  40. NicoleAugust 21, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    That was the sweetest thing ever!!! The song along with it just made it even more special. You're such a great Dad, Nate! Enjoy those two precious girls of yours! God Bless you always!

    ~~Nicole

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  41. TerriAugust 21, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    What a sweet baby! And as cooperative as ours! I can't believe you actually got her to do her new things on camera.

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  42. AnonymousAugust 21, 2009 at 9:29 AM

    Oh thank you for sharing your loves and kisses and fun and sweetness and joy. A blessing for the start of the day.

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  43. JennieAugust 21, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    She is so stinkin' cute! :)

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  44. UnknownAugust 21, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    What a tremendous blessing to see how far she has come!!!!!

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  45. Joyce KAugust 21, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    Thanks for sharing -- she is such a cutie! Her dad's not bad either! :-)

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  46. UnknownAugust 21, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    Kisses are so wonderful! The BEST feeling is when they start showing empathy - when Mom or Dad is sad or hurt and they run up and pat your back or kiss your owie. It's awesome to see a caring soul growing right within your arms :)

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  47. Sammy's MommyAugust 21, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    Thinking of you while Bill is making his way!! Stay safe!!

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  48. GinnyAugust 21, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    Such an adorable video! Thanks for sharing!

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  49. sneeceAugust 21, 2009 at 11:52 AM

    Touchdown was AWESOME! What a great video. :)

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  50. TwinkletoesAugust 21, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    I love it! I love how as soon as she kisses you, she looks right back at the computer. A smart, smart girl!

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  51. AnonymousAugust 21, 2009 at 2:31 PM

    She is soooo adorable. How amazing to see how far she's come! Thank you for sharing her accomplishments with us. She's as captivating as ever!

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  52. Domestic GoddessAugust 21, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    That has to be the cutest thing I've ever seen. But it seems she was more interested in looking at herself!

    Go Gwyneth! You are doing great!

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  53. JUST A MOMAugust 21, 2009 at 5:41 PM

    PERFECT!!!

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  54. Wherever HE Leads We'll GoAugust 21, 2009 at 5:42 PM

    Oh my word, she is so cute! That video is adorable! I love to see how big she is getting and all the new things she is learning. : )

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  55. AnonymousAugust 21, 2009 at 5:49 PM

    Oh my gosh I just want to squeeze that little darling. She is so interested in seeing herself. Quite the ham...and smart too!

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  56. AnonymousAugust 21, 2009 at 6:16 PM

    Awww, that is too sweet! :)

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  57. rawAugust 21, 2009 at 6:18 PM

    I am very pleased to see that your daughter has been educated on the football of it all. It is my sincere hope that she will grow up to be a Penn State fan. :)

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  58. Mikesgal2009August 21, 2009 at 7:04 PM

    so precious!!

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  59. bridgetAugust 21, 2009 at 7:18 PM

    Love the new video! Thanks for sharing it with us. Gwyneth is so smart and has learned the "touchdown" sign just in time for the upcoming season. Have fun with that. By the way, what is that song that is playing in this video? I really like it.

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  60. The Curtis CrewAugust 21, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Oh my goodness! That made me grin from ear to ear! She is precious! Aren't slobbery baby kisses the best?

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  61. JenniferAugust 21, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    Absolutely precious!!

    Aww, sweet...

    Thank for sharing!

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  62. AnonymousAugust 22, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    Soooo great to watch! Loved that video....
    My husband and I taught our oldest how to do the touch down and Gator Chomp (Univ. of Florida) when he was about 8 months old!
    Thanks you for sharing!

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  63. Amanda ShihAugust 22, 2009 at 1:18 PM

    My parents taught me "Babies of the world UNITE" and on "unite" one fist goes up! Cute cute!

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  64. KenzieAugust 22, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    Absolutely PERFECT!! She is precious and I love all the ways she is showing her personality and sweetness to the world. Thinking of your family often!

    Blessings,
    Kenzie

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  65. livebygrace95August 23, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    God is so good! It is such a blessing to see how He is growing Gwyneth. Thanks for letting us peek at these miracle moments!!

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  66. Rachel DominguezAugust 23, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    I have been missing in action for a couple months now not being able to access my friends/blogs from a computer. I just got my first laptop for home and finally had internet, router, and more hooked up.

    I have to say, I havent see Gweneth's adorable little face for over 2 months and this video just made me sob and sob. I cannot believe how much she has grown since I have been gone.

    What a wonderful video to catch me up on her progress.

    Hope you all are doing well, and I plan on being back more ofter, once again.

    Rachel

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  67. DianaAugust 23, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    That was just so sweet. You are a great dad:)

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  68. GinAugust 23, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    "Hey Dad, can we do the tricks later? There's a funny little girl I'm trying to watch right now."

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  69. MishaAugust 23, 2009 at 9:55 PM

    I loved that. She is so fun to watch!

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  70. AdestaAugust 24, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    How very precious little Gwyneth is!! I love watching children learn new things and being able to do them when asked. I have to agree that baby kisses are the best in the world there is.

    And...I love that she can do touchdown!!! So cute!

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  71. mom nana nelsonAugust 24, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    That is a pricless video.
    Such happiness, sure did make me smile,
    I thank you for sharing.

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  72. LesleyAugust 24, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    So sweet!

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  73. sandraAugust 24, 2009 at 4:14 PM

    wow. So prescious.

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  74. UnknownAugust 24, 2009 at 7:55 PM

    What a beautiful video, she is amazing!!! Can you let me know what the music was please? It's really nice :o) x

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  75. KarenAugust 24, 2009 at 10:51 PM

    "Touchdown" can also be "Praise the Lord" if you use the same tone and cadence in your voice. Since she is a music minister's kid it could come in quite handy. Having three PK's myself, let me tell you the church members eat it up. It is a delight to watch her grow up.

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  76. JaneAugust 26, 2009 at 5:17 PM

    i just have to say that its really awesome that you are teaching her about touch downs in a black and gold room! go STEELERS! cause ya know, as Washington fans, there won't be that many touch downs. just sayin. :) love football competition!!!

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  77. CulyQFunAugust 26, 2009 at 5:17 PM

    so cute. Thanks for sharing.

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  78. WandaAugust 26, 2009 at 8:44 PM

    How gorgeous are you little one! Great video:)

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  79. Trevor's MamaAugust 27, 2009 at 12:46 AM

    This video just made my day! I have been following for some time now and I can't believe the progress Gwyneth has made! My son was born and went to be with the angels shortly after; and he was also 1lb. 6oz. just like Gwen! This is great to see and she's so darn cute!

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  80. RoseGirlAugust 28, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    Too Cute!!! How fun and what a blessing to see her developing and growing. Our God is surely awesome and His timing is perfect in all things - even down to Gwyneth's developmental milestones.

    Continued blessings & strength to you all!

    Amy Stephens

    ***from my new home in North Carolina***

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  81. MarniAugust 28, 2009 at 1:55 PM

    She is such a blessing. Thank you for sharing.

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  82. DottieAugust 28, 2009 at 11:47 PM

    Oh my gosh... precious!

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  83. Paige HinrichsAugust 30, 2009 at 11:04 PM

    Now that just made me smile. She is absolutely beautiful and getting so grown up! She looks like a young lady now.

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  84. AnonymousSeptember 2, 2009 at 12:06 PM

    I came back to your blog today after being off for about a year. I am soooooo happy to see that the family is doing well and that Gweneth is strong and healthy. I started reading your blog just a few weeks before she was born. At the time, I was morning the loss of my twins but seeing her progress gave me hope for other babies that have a hard time coming into this world. Thank you and may God continue to bless your family.
    ~Stephanie
    www.trisomy18.org/goto/abigailandemily

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  85. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    Great video! Thanks for sharing!

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  86. sunshine roseSeptember 3, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    that was awesome!! you can tell the therapy is really working. i used to work in physical, speech, and occupational therapy with kids. i know she was trying so hard to speak. she's doing great!! keep up the awesome with gwennie!!

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  87. UnknownSeptember 7, 2009 at 11:04 PM

    She is too cute and learning so much so fast! You are going to absolutely love looking back at these videos in a few years!

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