tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57625215277717793622012-02-18T20:06:13.896-06:00<a href="http://lilypie.com/"><img src="http://lb4f.lilypie.com/XzOFm6.png" width="400" height="80" border="0" alt="Lilypie Fourth Birthday tickers"></a> <a href="http://lilypie.com/"><img src="http://lb1f.lilypie.com/0cmNm6.png" width="400" height="80" border="0" alt="Lilypie First Birthday tickers"></a>Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.comBlogger2141100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-59105772073143600772012-02-18T20:06:00.001-06:002012-02-18T20:06:13.905-06:00

Gwen's birthday skirt came today...it needed to be tried out she said.  I think the skirt is a winner!!!!!

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We wish all of you a very Happy Valentine's Day!  Gwen loved handing out (and receiving) valentine's at the babysitter's today!  She couldn't wait to do it again when she got home, and she can't wait to do it again at preschool tomorrow!  Tonight we made special Valentine's Day cupcakes from her Princess Cupcake Cookbook :-)  I love making cupcakes with Gwen!  Wyatt enjoyed watching all the

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Almost 4 and moving to a booster seat!  Check it out!  It has cup holders! With such warm winter weather, the bikes have been out and having fun!  Wyatt has learned how to sit on the tricycle while I push!  So much fun! With booster come boxes...with boxes comes endless possibilities!   Gwen and Wyatt enjoyed playing with the boxes and using them for forts :-) I've mastered the zippy

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The last couple weeks for us can be summed up as "a roller coaster ride of change."  It has been a very difficult and emotional ride for me, but sometimes I wonder if anyone else here would say the same.  Brad is a guy and is able to mask his emotions well.  Gwen is 3 and is able to tell you exactly how she feels and the injustice of the world, and then run off to play and laugh.  Wyatt...well,

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Our children are wonderful, amazing and usually sick with a really bad cold. We are now finding out the allergies probably are playing a very big role in that last part. Today's adventure landed Wyatt in the hospital for fluids. The fun started Sunday night with Wyatt and Gwen coughing like crazy. Both were coughing so bad that they would spit up. The difference between them...Gwen was keeping

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New Year's and Danny and Lee Ann's wedding kept us very busy when we returned from Chicago!  Brad was a groomsman so we attended the rehearsal dinner Friday night and then watched Brad in the wedding!  Gwen thought Brad married Dawn (his cousin and Danny's sister) since they walked together! Try explaining that one to a 3-year-old!  She was all upset that he married Dawn and wasn't married to me

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Guess who was the first one up Christmas morning?  Wyatt!!!!!!  I thought for sure it would be Gwen, but it was Mr. Wyatt.  Gwen had to have some help to get up:-)  We all went downstairs, and played with our toys from the day before while I started our Christmas breakfast.  Gwen checked the stocking just to make sure Santa had came and then was off playing!   This is AWESOME!!!! Open

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With so much going on throughout the holidays, this morning is the first opportunity I have had to even plug in my camera and download pictures from the last month!!!!!!!  That is horrible I know.  This morning is our 1st 2-hour delay of the year....Gwen is watching cartoons and Wyatt is still sleeping, so I am using this extra time to my advantage!  All the holiday fun won't fit in one blog,

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Friday I turned 29!!!!!!  It was a great day and I had a wonderful party with my favorite people! I love you all and thank you for making me feel so loved!!!!!

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I'm not Gwen...I'm Dory the Elf! Hello Santa!  Gwen's First letter to Santa dictated to mom

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The Christmas season is up and running here at the Tempel's.  We were completely decorated as of the first weekend in December (mostly because we had an open house on the 4th).  The house looks beautiful!  We heard yesterday that we might have a nibble, but they have to go to the bank.  Cross your fingers, pray to St. Joseph, wish on a wishbone....please pray that we sell!  We haven't found the

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Prior to Thanksgiving, Mr. Wyatt wasn't feeling so hot. He couldn't get over a month long ear infection, so...ear tubes went in.  He was a real trooper and has been doing much better since. Such a tired little baby.  One minute he is playing with Daddy and the next... I don't know what is going on here, but I don't think I like it Gwen keeps saying "It will all be just fine." How does

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Wyatt didn't know what to think this weekend when Gwen wasn't home!  Gwen went with Gram on a road trip to Arkansas to visit Auntie A--that is another story for another blog though.  Wyatt stayed home with Brad and I, and my what a difference it is to go back to having one!!!!  We didn't know what to do!  I accomplished a lot of Christmas shopping, cleaning, and just getting to spend some time

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Halloween this year was a whole lot of fun!  We all tried new things and had a great time in the end. Check out how Wyatt can now eat his feet! I think he has a thing for feet  They are learning how to share...Gwen didn't know what to do when I brought the farm out for Wyatt, but she is getting much better about not stealing all the animals and leaving him with the barn. Wyatt trying to

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We had a great time Monday night carving pumpkins! We bedazzled Gwen's too!Gwen worked hard to get her pumpkin just right!Tada! The finished productMommy's pumpkinDaddy's pumpkinWyatt's pumpkin (done by Daddy)My little pumpkins Wyatt is too goofy! (I had just put clean socks on-I promise) Pumpkin decorating isn't complete without a little shape sorting:-)

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This weekend Bubba and Gammy came to visit to join us for our now annual Pumpkin Patch Trip!!!!!!Wyatt practiced his new tricks...learning to drink water from a sippy cup and scootingGwen, Gammy, and I made an apple pie with apples from the local orchard--Yum!!!Bubba and Gwen loved reading together before bed and playing when it was time to be awake"You mean I can't drive? I'm a big boy now...I

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Today at preschool Mrs. Brenda awarded Gwen the Hip-Hip-Hooray Award for being a great listener!!!!!!!! We are so proud of her!!!!!!!!! Gwen is very proud of herself too...she even took her award to bed with her!Wyatt is trying to get motivated enough to crawl...although he enjoys a break to play on the ipad!Gram had some fun taking some fall pictures.....

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As surprising as it may be, sometimes we aren't up to much around here. Lately we all haven't been our healthiest between allergies, colds, and now ear infections. We had to call the doctor yesterday after hours because Gwen was still running a fever and we ended up meeting our pediatrician in the parking lot of CVS at 7:30! She checked both of them, called in an antibiotic and we walked inside

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Only a few days into October and we are having a great time! Last weekend Gwen, Wyatt, Gram, and I did a 5K. We walked, I am not much of a runner, and had a great time.Gwen is ready to rollWyatt decided a 5K nap was a great ideaAwards were given out after the race...who knew you can win a medal for coming in 2nd...to last! I can in 1st for the walkers of my age group! Too funny! They even

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As of tomorrow September is over and fall is almost here. But, that doesn't mean we stopped having fun! Rain or shine our family, including our extended family, continues to have a great time! Last weekend was the Payne Family Annual Patoka Camp-out! We really roughed it in the cabins, but our spirits were high even when the rain fell down. It rained most of the time we were there, but we

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Yes, you read that right! Gwen started preschool Wednesday Sept. 7th and Wyatt turned 6 months old on the 9th. Gwen was so excited to get to go to school, especially with her best friend Gracie at her side. She loved every minute of it and can't wait to go this week!Is there any more fun to share? Of course!!!!!!!!!!!So sweet, just hanging out watching some toons!Wyatt is 6 months old!!!!!!!!My

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Bubba and Gammy paid us a wonderful visit for Labor Day. We had tons of fun...Wyatt is getting so big, Gammy couldn't believe it!Chewing on everything including ducks!Gwen finally got her wish to have Bubba and Gammy come to Holiday World with her again!Go Bubba and Gwen!Wyatt loves the water just like you Gammy!Splish Splash!Again...Wyatt is happy to chew on anything!Chefs Gwen and Gammy were

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Gwen and Wyatt both had sleepless nights a couple weeks back due to ear infections. After the first doses of meds my babies slept again :-)!!!!!!!!!For our 5 year wedding anniversary, Brad and I treated ourselves to a weekend in Grand Rivers, KY and went to Patty's (a restaurant I remember being awesome from going 15 years ago!) And....it was still awesome!Patty's is known for their amazing

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Do you ever wonder what it is like to look through the eyes of a 3 year old? Well, here is a glimpse into Gwen's view of life... Gwen explains our family...this was news to me :-) Just one of many bedtime stories...

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Just this past month, Wyatt has decided it was a good time for many firsts...a first haircut--he was getting a little too much on top, so I gave him a little trimNot just the 1st tooth came in, but also the secondHe can sit all by himself!Bring on the rice cereal--this time in a bowl!First signs of a sense of humor!We also had our first ear infection--but there are no good pictures of us not

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Yes he is! I can't believe Wyatt is 5 months already, but time flies when you are growing like a weed!!!!! I weighed him the other night and he is officially 17 lbs. (I was off by one on my guess!). He is battling a bad case of eczema and he just had his first tooth pop through on Saturday (the other bottom one will be here very soon), but you would never know it just looking at that happy

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5 years ago today...I said "I do" and promised to be Brad's wife, best friend, and partner on life's journey. A lot has changed in the last 5 years....Gwen and Wyatt (and Pooka too) are now part of our family, we have lived in one apartment and 2 houses, we moved south, I finished graduate school, we've gotten or changed jobs...but that promise is still as strong today as it was that Saturday.

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Since having to take over the responsibilities of being Mom again after my nanny had to go home, I haven't had much time for blogging. Sorry. Here is a recap of the fun we had in July and now in August! Gwen has yet another ear infection (her left tube came out mid July), but doesn't seem to be bothered too much by it. She still is playing strong! Wyatt is doing great! After my surgery we

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Even though I am not up to much, that certainly doesn't mean the rest of our family isn't up to no good! Wyatt is now 4 months old and still growing strong! He is such a happy camper all the time, so smiley, and so cute! Gwen is as active as ever and keeping Gammy very busy while she is here helping me out."I am such a ham!""Look at me! I am flying!""4 months old and loving it!""Check it out.

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Since I am recovering from yesterday's tonsillectomy, I have some down time to update the blog and work on the computer some. I am not able to talk more than a whisper. My diet is apple sauce, jello, and Gatorade. Gwen has been hanging out with Gram and Wyatt just came back home this afternoon from being with Gram. Needless to say, the house is extremely quiet! Thank goodness my mom is here

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Gwen's goat, Charlie Horse was in the 4-H fair this weekend. She received Grand Champion for her class!!!!! Gwen is so proud of her!!!!Wyatt enjoying his first fairGwen and her buddy DenverCongrats Charlie Horse!

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Some moments make great pictures. Others are priceless as movies, but the pictures just can't do it justice. These are the priceless movie moments recently. During Gwen's last swim lesson, she insisted on doing Yoga as she jumped in. Her teacher, Amber, and I couldn't help cracking up! While Ty was in Florida with us, there were many dance offs--this is just one! Gwen reading Joey a

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Last week we went on our first family vacation as a family of 4 to Ft. Meyers, Florida! It was so much fun. We went with Brad's family-everyone was there except for Joey's girlfriend, Whitney (who is spending her summer in Alaska doing an internship). It was great to all be together and to have such a grand adventure! There are tons of pictures so enjoy!Florida, Here we come!!!!!Gwen loved

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I can't believe it is June 16th already! Where is the time going? We have been trying to relax and stay busy at the same time...Here are some highlights:After months of research and asking for many opinions, we finally decided on a double stroller! Gwen and Wyatt wanted to try it out before bed the night I put it together. So far it is proving to be amazing! We have taken it for walks and to

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Check us out!!!! Today is a very special day because...Wyatt is 3 months old!Gwen is 3 years, 3 months, and 3 days old! How cool is that!Gwen started swim lessons the the summer this week and is loving it!She is jumping off the diving board (with some help) and going down the water slide!This morning she even learned how to blow bubbles, float, and kick while on her back Wyatt wants to tell

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A lot has been going on lately here in Indiana. School finished May 31st (and not a moment too soon), so now I am home to be busy with my babies. Wyatt has been up to learning new tricks, he can roll from his front to his back on occasion, and now is trying to work his ab muscles to sit up on his own."Did someone turn on my favorite show! Let me sit up so I can get a better look" He loves T.V.

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Summer is coming....I can almost taste it!!!! The weather is getting warmer, school is 1 week and a day from being out, and we made our first trip to Holiday World! As always, Gwen is entertaining us too. Most days she is demanding attention from everyone, so it is pretty hard to miss her.Gwen striking a pose. Check out her slinky belts! Very fashionable!Here is one afternoon with Gwen...

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He learned to smile and now he just can't stop!

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Happy Belated Mother's Day to all the amazing Moms in our lives! Life could not be the same without you and your love!!!!! It is amazing to think about how much we love our kids and what we will do for them...I just can't get enough of my babies and I am sure we all feel the same way!Life has kept me busy this week. We put our house on the market to find something in Santa Claus, IN in a

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On our way back home from Chicago, we stopped in at the Purdue Rodeo Club's Rodeo! Joey and his club did a great job organizing it. Wyatt cuddled with everyone during the event, it was interesting trying to find a place to warm up his bottles, while Gwen had tons of fun!!!! There weren't pony rides on Saturday this year, but the inflatable slide made up for it!!Auntie Ashley and Gwen loved

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Gwen and Wyatt had a great time visiting Gammy and Bubba in Chicago over the long weekend last week. Brad wasn't working Thursday through Sunday, so we packed up and headed north...also hoping the rain wouldn't follow us.Gwen was very excited to be packing for the trip, Wyatt wasn't too sureDuring one of our breaks, Wyatt took to the wheelGwen was loving the movie day! Thank you Disney!Wyatt

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I know it is past Easter, but we all wanted to wish our family and friends a very Happy Easter!We had a lot of fun the week before Easter while Gammy came to visit and be our nanny--thank you again for all your help! Enjoy the pictures :-)Wyatt may be a boy, but with all the extra care he needs he could be a Diva too (He doesn't like the idea of being called a Diva though)Gammy enjoyed lots of

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Being a Big Sister is a big job! Gwen is learning that she has many new responsibilities now that Wyatt is here. However, she is also learning that with this new role come some very cool perks! As a belated birthday gift and a Big Sister surprise, Gwen went with Auntie Ashley and Gram to see Disney Princesses on Ice! She also went to a Fancy Nancy Tea Party with her "cousin" Sophia! Here are

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Our little Dude is 1 month old already!Wyatt is now 1 month old and what a month we have had!!!!!! Not much has changed since I last updated the blog...my diet is driving me crazy (I never realized how much I like the things I am avoiding!) and Wyatt is still throwing up at least 3 times a day. He is, however, still very sweet, cuddly, and is growing like crazy! I don't know his exact weight

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-1984009160710428182011-04-06T12:12:00.003-05:002011-04-06T12:24:40.736-05:00

Well, the results of the biopsy came back negative for Hirschsprung's Disease, however it has not been completely ruled out. The doctor's are still considering it as an option, but the next test to determine the disease cannot be done until Wyatt is 6 months. So, until then we have to try and treat his symptoms. Interestingly, the biopsy did show cells that are consistent with an allergic

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-68678754099195451882011-04-01T13:59:00.019-05:002011-04-01T15:40:57.143-05:00

Where do I begin...Since our last post life has been anything but average. Gwen and Wyatt are getting along well, however Wyatt is continuing to have some issues. He is gaining weight and growing steadily, his appointment on the 26th had him at 7 lbs. 12 oz. and 21 inches and on the 31st he was 8 lbs.! Wyatt's big adventure really took off on Friday March 25th when Auntie Erin, Uncle Don Don,

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-23697692559610085772011-03-22T15:44:00.052-05:002011-03-23T12:19:39.670-05:00

Wyatt has now been home for a little over a week and a half and wow have things been interesting!!!! Here's a little about what everyone is up to (and how they are handling the new man) and some pictures since they're always fun to see ;-)Wyatt: Before leaving the hospital, we were trying to figure out why Wyatt was spitting/throwing up after certain meals. He doesn't do it after every feeding

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-40296472654004109622011-03-10T08:40:00.012-06:002011-03-10T17:03:06.345-06:00

Gwen's first meeting with Wyatt Gwen's first imitation of Wyatt...with many to follow I'm sure :-)

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-80860467346532490722011-03-09T10:50:00.012-06:002011-03-09T17:26:53.119-06:00

Wyatt Alexander Tempel arrived this morning at 2:43 am EST. He is 6 lbs. 5 oz, 20 inches long, has blonde hair, and blue eyes. He has Brad's nose and my mouth, or at least we think so. So far, he has been a very good little boy--sleeping and eating great! I am doing well too. More pictures and video to come of his first meeting with his big sister Gwen!My Little Man"Hi Baby Brother""Will

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-64844508823358160722011-03-07T16:50:00.003-06:002011-03-07T17:00:39.452-06:00

Happy 26th Birthday Auntie A.! We miss you and can't wait to celebrate with you next week.Gwen is such a big girl now that she is 3! It was time she received her first haircut from a hairdresser (if you recall from a couple years ago--I am not a very good one!). She was so good and sat so still!

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-85625682999654450302011-03-06T17:07:00.001-06:002011-03-06T17:09:13.879-06:00

Happy Birthday Gwenie and Poppy!!!!!!!We can't believe how time flies!!!!!! Such a big girl now and a big sister too!!!! It really does seem like just yesterday we were at the hospital saying hello for the very first time! Even though I miss cuddling my little girl when she was so tiny, I can't wait to see what this year will bring!Gwen did a photo shoot with Gram, and I can't decide on a

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-52707351269547069912011-03-04T21:27:00.011-06:002011-03-04T21:42:02.279-06:00

Happy Birthday Daddy!!!!! Today marked the beginning of a very crazy and fun week of birthdays!!!!!!!!! Gwen was all for singing Happy Birthday any time she saw her Daddy walk by, going upstairs, coming downstairs, when saying grace, and when the cake was served. She definitely will have lots of practice!!!!!! Daddy's birthday was first....will Gwen and Poppy's be next? Or will someone take the

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-40746407625409646362011-03-02T21:50:00.004-06:002011-03-02T22:03:12.842-06:00

Today marks 38 weeks, and what fun we've had already!!!!!!! Monday morning I thought for sure my Baby Boy was making his debut, but I was wrong. Contractions started around 1 am and were 10 minutes apart by 3 am when Brad was getting ready for work. By 5 am when I got up for work they were consistently 5 minutes apart and getting stronger. I arranged for Carolyn to take me to the doctor's

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In honor of Gammy's birthday, Gwen and I put on a little play:-) Happy Birthday Gammy! We love you soooooo much!!!!!

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Gwen just loves being the center of attention. Hope that she doesn't get too jealous of the baby once he gets here! The other night when left to play by herself for a bit, this is what we found her doing..."Daddy's helmet is perfect for my fire-truck runs!"She also decided to show us all how great an artist she is..."My Baby Brother" By Gwen 2/22/2011(With tracing a bowl, but no help from us)It

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-16609979604196214332011-02-20T10:32:00.017-06:002011-02-20T22:14:14.729-06:00

Considering that I could have this little bundle of joy any day around Gwen's birthday, we decided it was a good idea to go ahead with a party before the actual birthday. But, before I can share all the party fun, here are some happenings from last week that I just got pictures of!"I love Elvis!!!!!" Whitney has a new pet iguana named Elvis. Gwen just loved getting to meet him last week! I

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-312339007258463632011-02-17T21:28:00.003-06:002011-02-17T21:50:07.024-06:00

My doctor's appointment went very well today. We found out that I am dilated 2 cm already! Also, my doctor thinks that this baby is a bit bigger than Gwen was at this stage, so he has scheduled me to be induced March 10th! With Gwen I had to push for 2 hours, and he doesn't want me to have to do that again...I am not arguing. This is quite the surprise! I woke up this morning thinking I had

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-18227620009665101042011-02-16T21:38:00.009-06:002011-02-16T22:09:07.084-06:00

To all our Valentine's.....Happy Belated Valentine's Day!!!!!!!! We have been racing around this week and unfortunately could not get to the computer to work on the blog until now.A Very Quick Valentine's Day "I LOVE YOU!"(This really is the best picture I could get!)Our Valentine's Day celebrations consisted of sending our Valentine's that Gwen did herself, making pink play dough, making pink

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-20987181598016272382011-01-31T19:12:00.008-06:002011-01-31T20:38:34.875-06:00

January has been a month of surprises for us! I haven't worked a full week since before Christmas, Brad has been getting to have 3-day weekends for the last 2 weeks, and Bubba and Gammy came for a surprise visit (well, not really, but it was decided they would be coming Friday afternoon right before they left)!!!!! So much fun!!!! Brad also watched Gwen for a full day all by himself for the

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-73502783772966446372011-01-22T07:46:00.003-06:002011-01-22T08:09:52.210-06:00

Yep, Friday we had yet another snow day! This day was extra special because Brad didn't have to work!!!!!!!!!! He is off until Monday as a fun surprise! This would have been even better if I hadn't started having contractions yet because we could have traveled to Chicago for cousin Lilly's 1st Birthday Party. But, my doctor is recommending that I stay close to home from now until our Baby Boy

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-82390221150320499802011-01-20T14:51:00.008-06:002011-01-20T15:36:35.826-06:00

We are now on snow day #6!!!!!! Today has worked out nicely though...I was able to get my doctor's appointment in before lunch instead of after school! Baby Boy is doing great and right on target! At 32 weeks, my belly is measuring 32 cm, my blood pressure is staying stable (hurray!), I actually went down a 1/2 lb in the last 2 weeks, and Baby's heart rate is a nice 140 bpm! I have started

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-83468161951098923762011-01-07T08:27:00.004-06:002011-01-07T08:43:53.779-06:00

Gwen had the opportunity recently to go with Ashley Beth and Ty to visit the coal mine that Daddy and Poppy work at!!!!! Joey was even there working over his break! I have only been out to the mine once myself, and I was only there for about 5 minutes! Gwen's already ahead!Some background for those who don't know, the coal mine that the guys work at is an open pit mine and looks more like a

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-14519681063428440722011-01-07T06:31:00.016-06:002011-01-07T08:45:50.752-06:00

With a 2 hour delay this morning, I can finally get another blog out! Gwen and our family had a wonderful Christmas spent with lots of family! Our celebrations began Christmas Eve at Grandmother's house and continued at Gram and Poppy's house....Gwen helped Gram open a number of presents!Poppy enjoyed a little dress up time with Gwen :-)Joey and Whitney were home for the fun!Even Ashley Beth

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-75252597868085451772010-12-26T22:07:00.010-06:002010-12-28T17:34:50.336-06:00

Christmas has been so much fun this year! Gwen was loving every minute and now so can you! Here are pictures and videos of our Christmas Eve at Grandmother's house and at our house! Stay tuned for another post of Christmas with the Tempels and the Caseys!Gwen say Santa at Grandmother's house and was still a little nervous to say hi. Santa was so nice and brought her a grocery cart! Gwen was

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-83188117978304671532010-12-23T10:32:00.008-06:002010-12-23T11:17:34.284-06:00

Christmas is always such a fun time of year! We, along with some of the Tempels, adopted a family again this year. It is always so nice to come together to share with those who are not as fortunate as we are. On Sunday we had a small party to wrap everything and get it ready for delivery!Our little elves! (from left: Jace, Gwen, Addy, Alayna, and Blake)Gwen was really enjoying Christmas so far

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-80840469022209155762010-12-16T21:21:00.006-06:002010-12-16T21:44:07.371-06:00

"Happy Birthday to Mommy!!!!!"Today was my birthday and Gwen helped me celebrate all day long! I was given a great birthday present at 5:30 am...school was canceled!!!!! I was able to go back to bed, hang out with Gwen all day, and not worry about being anywhere but in the house :-) Gwen and I baked a cake in the morning (due to Gwen's diet restriction of no dairy, we made an angel food cake

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-2815777255349823322010-12-15T16:23:00.006-06:002010-12-15T19:04:08.068-06:00

Gwen received this email from Santa today and we wanted to share it, and her reaction to it, with you :-)To view the video message, go to the address below:www.portablenorthpole.tv/watch/EzrwLHnhG8zxeBZQn9DtXQ

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-42589583195666518442010-12-14T08:50:00.006-06:002010-12-14T09:06:05.401-06:00

Over the weekend, mainly on Sunday, we got our first snow!!!!!! We have had flurries on and off, but nothing that stayed longer than a few hours. About 2 inches fell, but with a concern about ice underneath, school was canceled for Monday :-) Gwen and I thoroughly enjoyed the day together! We slept in until 7 am, watched some cartoons, played outside, made play-dough, ate lunch, napped, and

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-85659417067298665582010-12-03T19:25:00.009-06:002010-12-03T20:01:56.078-06:00

The tree has been put up and we are definitely feeling the Christmas cheer in this house!!!!! Brad requested a belly shot next to the tree and even Gwen wanted to join in!!!! Here is Baby Boy and I at 25 weeks and Gwen after a dinner of 10 fish sticks!!!!!To update things on Baby Boy Tempel, he is doing well. I am feeling kicks like crazy, and Brad is able to feel them some. I have earned my

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-81532099320338684852010-11-29T13:22:00.012-06:002010-11-29T21:56:08.038-06:00

Bubba and Gammy came to visit us this weekend for some post Thanksgiving fun!!!! We had a great time and have lots of pictures/videos to show it! Enjoy!Gammy assisted Gwen in fixing her horse...Great job ladies! Gwen was showing off like crazy when Bubba and Gammy were here...Just a peak at her latest trick.We took a walk to the park and hung out on the pirate ship/airplane (depending on what

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-3077282036277555202010-11-25T09:30:00.016-06:002010-11-26T22:26:17.345-06:00

Happy Thanksgiving! We have so much to be thankful for this year!Just to name a few things:-Our family! Brad is a great Dad and a wonderful friend, Me (I think Brad and Gwen would agree they can't live without me :-) ), Gwen makes it hard not to smile everyday, and now our newest member to be Baby Boy. We can't wait to meet him and are so glad he is doing well and growing strong-All our giggles

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-87140349594311555112010-11-16T20:01:00.002-06:002010-11-16T20:11:22.068-06:00

The Belgium ravings have started and what this baby boy wants is....waffles! Not just any waffles, but waffles with strawberries and whipped cream! I'm not arguing because it is VERY tasty! Gwen has been a great help in the kitchen and has mastered the art of mixing up the perfect waffle batter :-)"Add the mix, a little water, and whisk it well! My baby boy is hungry!""I'm also helping with

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Carolyn had a little extra time this week to take some pictures of Gwen...Enjoy!"Aren't I the cutest!""Hocus Pocus!""OOOOO! I am so scary!!!""I'm going to put a spell on you!" Gwen loves her kitties at Gram and Poppy's house. Here are Kitty and Jack.

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As usual, this weekend was packed with fun! Saturday Brad's cousin Andrea got married and Gwen got to practice her dance moves again...this time she actually wanted to dance with someone!Blake showed Gwen how to dance with a partner that was her size. She really liked the twirling part :-)This morning we got up early, went to church and then carved our pumpkins!!!!! We just kept having to

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-89990947409079389802010-10-28T17:34:00.005-05:002010-10-28T17:47:17.728-05:00

I just got back from having an ultrasound and...IT'S A BOY!!!!!!! We are so excited. Gwen needs some convincing, she is still saying it is a sister, but we have time to work on that. Here are some pictures from today :-)Hello Baby Boy!His little feetHis little faceAlready sucking his little thumb!Also, as promised, here is that hysterical video of Lilly and Gwen!

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-29739421272955169262010-10-24T16:39:00.006-05:002010-10-24T17:58:08.067-05:00

It was Fall Break for me, so Friday morning Gwen and I flew up to Chicago to visit Gammy and Bubba! We were picked up from the airport, went straight to Bubba's office to say "hi", and then off to the zoo for lunch! Gwen loved it and it was the perfect afternoon for it!"Hello Zebra!""Where is that rhino hiding?""Gammy, we really are fishies!""Happy Halloween!" a little early :-)Even the lions

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-12837048697461601502010-10-12T17:23:00.004-05:002010-10-12T17:57:02.297-05:00

On Sunday, we decided to make it a day of fun instead of just a day of rest. We started our morning helping Brad's family clean fish. Gwen and I mostly watched, but Daddy helped a bunch!Gwen did some modelingAnd made some fresh fish scale soup. Yummy!While Gwen took her nap after lunch, we drove out to Lark Ranch! It was our first time at this pumpkin patch, but we can definitely say it won't

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-72787824234400417122010-10-07T17:14:00.005-05:002010-10-08T17:30:46.941-05:00

Gwen's visit with Bubba and Gammy was nothing less than wonderful. We all had a great time with them. Gwen's checklist didn't get completely checked off, but here are just a few of the things that did (and pictures were taken of) :-)Gwen took her Big Bubble Bath with pink waterGwen took Bubba and Gammy to Holiday World, and we went to Holidog Park. She took them on the jeeps...Showed off her

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-79926561757298898522010-09-30T12:01:00.005-05:002010-09-30T12:37:04.845-05:00

A little change in my schedule today allowed me to have lunch at home and take a break to update all of you on our happenings! Baby T #2 is doing well so far. No big exciting happenings, so I am going to say no news is GREAT news! We have an appointment coming up in a couple weeks, so we will know more then.Gwen is my big helper all the time, and she is always making tasks more fun (and

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-30866914589513347522010-09-17T16:28:00.005-05:002010-09-17T17:15:56.453-05:00

As always we are running around like crazy. Between work, doctors visits, weddings...you name it, we always seem to be on the move. Here are just a couple highlights of the last couple weeks.Say hello to Baby T! Although we have had 3 ultrasounds already, this one taken on Sept. 9th is the most recent. This was at 13 weeks and already the technician had a prediction as to what gender it is!

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-15740530841564919172010-08-28T09:04:00.003-05:002010-08-28T09:41:45.981-05:00

Gwen is so excited to share with everyone that she will be a BIG SISTER!!!!!!!!!!She is extremely excited and is convinced it is a baby girl (currently affectionately called "Baby Lilly"). As of today, we are 11 weeks along (our due date is March 16th) and have already had a far more eventful pregnancy than with Gwen. With Gwen there was no morning sickness or any kind of complications until

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-59205793414750238642010-08-22T14:43:00.005-05:002010-08-22T15:23:36.774-05:00

Our summer has officially come to an end, but before it did we took one more trip to Chicago for the weekend. Last week we flew up on Friday morning to hang out with everyone, and to surprise Great Grandma Delores with a birthday party...she won't be 80 until September 15th, so we were definitely able to surprise her!Happy Birthday Grandma D! Grandma D. and her girls (Gwen would have been in

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-23635718025459065712010-07-28T18:01:00.013-05:002010-07-29T20:48:08.720-05:00

Since our last post, life in the Tempel house has been anything but uneventful! Swimming lessons continued and were completed July 16th. Gwen learned how to kick in the water (while being held), how to jump off the diving board with assistance, and make a big splash at the end of a water slide. She had a great time in the pool each morning, but I think we both are enjoying the time sleeping in

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-5759628220543546592010-07-05T13:47:00.008-05:002010-07-05T16:13:53.778-05:00

These last couple weeks we have been hanging out at home and having lots of fun. We had a fence put in to help keep Gwen safe and in the backyard. Gwen has also been doing really well with potty training (we started the first week in June) and is now dry all day!!!!!!!!! We are still having an accident here and there, but she is doing great!!!!!!! Some highlights of our days are below:Gwen

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-50540141826300595842010-06-24T09:24:00.008-05:002010-06-24T09:54:52.332-05:00

Since our last post, Gwen continued to amaze us in the pool. She figured out how to swim with her water wings, got a little goofy, and enjoyed the remainder of our vacation."Just keep swimming...""Just call me Captain Gwen""Daddy I'm stuck""I am loving this sand!""Daddy and I built a great sand castle! It was even big enough to put a chair in!""Bubba and Kelley joined me for a splash at the

Ashley Tempelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08576081131675800637noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5762521527771779362.post-50380127232276826712010-06-17T20:44:00.010-05:002010-06-17T21:28:10.454-05:00

We are having a great time on vacation in Cayman and just wanted to say a quick hello and show what fun we are having!!!!!Somebody is excited to be on a plane and headed for the beach!!!!!!Our Beach Babe"Look I am a little star fish!""An ice cream cone for you!"Swimming doesn't get any better than this!"Daddy buried my legs!"Back in the water and Brad is already goofing around and having fun!The

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If Gwen has taught me one thing already this summer, it is not to blink or turn around for a second! From the scariest moments of Gwen almost running into the road (which is the reason a fence has been added to our projects this summer) to the funniest moments; Gwen always keeps us on our toes and watching her like a hawk. Life moves fast, and if you don't move with it (or Gwen) you will miss

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Bubba and Kelley came for a visit last weekend and we had a blast!!!Bubba played with Gwen's new "thing" which got lots of laughs!Gwen played too! Gwen and Kelley did some baby yoga! Pooka too!A little out of order, but still fun: Today's tickle-fest!!!!!! Can't get much better on a rainy day! Gwen is such a Cool Dude!!!! And so cute while learning to do a thumbs up! Dance Kelley!!

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I would drink coffee because I like the taste, not because I need the caffeineI would get more sleep at nightI would have more room in the house for my toysI would have smaller pursesI wouldn't have so many cute little clothes and shoesI wouldn't have a kitchen helperI wouldn't know so much about Dora, Mickey Mouse, or Handy MannyI wouldn't take so many picturesI wouldn't be writing this blogI

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Whew!!!!!!! What a weekend!!!!!! It was one of those weekends where everyone was having so much fun that the time just flew by!!!!!! We started in Lafayette Saturday evening for Cowboys Against Cancer--an event organized by our very own Uncle Joey!!!!!!! Gwen loved the rodeo; even with the rain! It was hard to tell what her favorite part was..."Yee Haw!!!!" Riding Charlie 5 times! (Every

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Puddles, puddles everywhere! After a full day of rain, I couldn't resist letting Gwen play in the puddles! (knowing bath time was just around the corner of course)

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Spring is here and we are loving it!!!!!! The weather has been gorgeous these last couple weeks with pure sunshine and temperatures in the upper 70's! Gwen has loved being outside so much. Today it is raining and I am loving that we have to stay inside and I can not feel guilty about it!Gwen has been busy as always. Here are some of the highlights since our last post:Our Professional Egg

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This video just would not upload the other day, but it is up now! Enjoy the fun! Gwen always loves to participate while we read! This performance is dedicated to Lilly and Gammy ;-)

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Happy Easter!!!!! Gwen had a great Easter jam packed with excitement!!!! The fun started with a rainy Saturday morning, but the fun was brought inside for Egg Hunt #1 at St. Joe's Church.Gwen and Grace were 2 of 3 kids in this room (they split the 0-3 group into very small groups which was very nice). Together they cleaned out the room!Just look at that concentration! This girl is on a

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This year for Spring Break, Brad, Gwen, and I headed to Chicago for a visit with the Caseys and McKenzies and for a special birthday party!!!! Bubba turned 60!!!!! We arrived Saturday evening and played with Bubba, Gammy, Erin and Lilly..."This is so much fun!!!! I love playing with you Lilly!""Say cheese Lilly and then hold it--our Mommies take A LOT of pictures!""Rock-a-bye baby on the tree

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Happy St. Patrick's Day to all our Irish (and non Irish) friends out there! We love you and wish you the best of luck in all you do! Here's a little leprechaun too!These Irish Eyes are smiling!

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Miss Gwen is such a trooper. Today she had PE tubes put in both ears and her adenoids removed. She woke early to get to the hospital, did a great job while there, and is now sleeping on the couch catching another nap. The ENT told me her ears were very bad, lots of thick fluid that shouldn't have been there. But, he removed it and so she should be hearing great! She seems to be a little

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Today was Gwen's birthday party! We had a cupcake theme and a Cupcake Throwdown! It was a great day and Gwen had a blast!It's the Birthday Choo Choo!!!!! Gwen loving the train!Gwen and Grace were begging for more! The train in action!I love my Birthday Dress Godmama Erin!The ultimate Cupcake Throwdown! Entries included: Strawberry Filled pie, Vanilla with Flowers, Red Velvet, S'mores,

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Gwen has been a busy bee leading up to her birthday. Besides battling yet another ear infection and scheduling surgery to get PE tubes put into her ears and to have her adenoids taken out, she also got to see Disney Playhouse Live!!!! Mickey Mouse and the gang, as well as Handy Manny and Winnie the Pooh!!!!"Check it out! It's Handy Manny!!!!!!!"Grace and Gwen couldn't get enough of Manny's

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Today Gwen turns 2 and I can hardly believe it! How has she gotten to be so big already! We have had a very busy week and will tell you all about it soon. Pictures to come later today, but for now...Happy Birthday Gwen!!!!!!

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