3.03.2010

Our new beginning.

I am not really sure of any easy way to begin this post or share this news, but for those of you who don’t know already, Gary and I have been through some of life’s most eye opening, and character building trials these last couple of years. One of these bitter-sweet trials has brought a new member, a baby boy named Kaden, into our family of three, and we welcome him with such great love, and open arms! We would love and appreciate it if you, our friends and family, would do the same. Gary and I have discussed many different options for this particular announcement and have decided that while we are still working things out together, as Eternal Companions, that we would like to not further discuss the details of our situation until we have everything set in place. For now all we want to say is that we have gone down some pretty rough roads and rocky moments in life… but we are making it through this together. We need your constant support and prayers… just to help strengthen our family and help us weather the storms that may lie ahead for us as we push forward. We love this child with all our hearts and are learning to grow with him in our family unit. It is our hope and prayer that you, my friends and family, respect our privacy in this matter and accept the announcement as a happy and welcome one for Gary, Gabe and Me, and that you will refrain from making un-necessary judgments, comments, or even asking un-necessary questions concerning our situation at this time. We feel that we still need time to grow, and heal, and figure things out as a family at this time. Please know that we love and respect you and are truly excited, and not ashamed to welcome our new son into our hearts and home. Welcome to the family Kaden. We look forward to loving you and teaching you and helping you make it through this time we call life! Thank you again for everyones support through this, it has helped us in more ways then one. Here are a few pictures of our little guy for you to enjoy.

Mr Kaden aka snuggle bug.
Gabriel is one very happy brother and loves Kaden so very much.

Kaden with myself
And Kaden with his Daddy, aka his twin.


12 comments:

Cheryl said...

What a beautiful little guy! Congratulations!!

Jen Childers said...

He really is adorable. Ashley, you possess a strength of character that not many have. May you continue to work hard at what you know to be right and may you continue to reap the blessings for doing so. Congratulations to you. Gabe looks so big holding Kaden. Really cute:)

deannegalloway said...

He's sure got the cutest smile and Gabe looks so proud! Those two little boys should keep you BUSY! Congratuations!

Tiffany Fackrell said...

Oh man that little guy is ADORABLE!! I really hope nobody is judging you. from what it sounds like you have been one strong supportive mommy, wife, friend, and anything else that can fall under that catagory. keep your head held high, and don't worry about what anyone else says, just work to make yourself and your little family happy, really that is all that matters. I hope the adjusting for everyone is going well. congrats and such an adorable little addition!

Scott & Jess said...

Congrats on the new addition to the family! He is such a beautiful baby boy and is so lucky to be apart of your family. You are such a wonderful mother Ashley! You are going to have so much fun with two boys running around :)

Anonymous said...

congrats ashley!!! you have such a big heart!! thats amazing and your a wonderful woman! gabe is going to have sooo much fun growing up with him!! and you will too!!

donna said...

Thanks for sharing this wonderful post with us. I have to agree with Tiffany's comment. YOU are one amazing women Ashley. I hope the best for your family! ; )
Mr Kaden is so cute!

Lori said...

Congratulations! I admire you so much. Keep pressing forward, you're amazing. What cute pictures you posted of everyone. Big hug to you!

Lizzie Burrie Hart said...

Kaedan is such a cutie. I am so proud of you all! Keep up the hard work and let me know what I can do to help my nephews! =)

aprilc said...

i just read your blog... i remember first meeting you and being certain that your spirit is a few decades older than your age! you are a elect lady! so excited for Gabe to be a big brother--Kaden and him have a strong and darling resemblance!

amyraye said...

ashley- i, too, am impressed by your giant heart and enthusiasm over your season in life. what a wonderful blessing you are taking advantage of. kaden is lucky to have you love him so much.

Sarah said...

Hi Ashley!

You are amazing. It was great to meet you at TOFW and both your boys are adorable. :)

Sarah L.