Friday, December 24, 2010

Merry Christmas & Moving News

Due to environmental and economic considerations the Wright family did not send a Christmas card this year... okay the truth is we got busy, really busy planning our move back to Australia in February 2011.

We will be headed to Melbourne where Jason will assist at Calvary Chapel Melbourne. We are excited about this next stage in our lives, and while the thought of moving with a 3 year old and a baby is somewhat overwhelming the encouragement from family, friends and our church has been amazing.

More news will follow including a new blog which will keep you up to date with ministry news, to keep you going until then here is a family photo our amazing friend, and gifted photographer Bobby Brown took.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

5 months

Another full month in the life of Micah, which included his first two teeth... can you tell?

Monday, December 13, 2010

Friday, December 10, 2010

Post op update

Micah before surgery wearing a gown that was about ten times to big for him.

Hi everyone, I wanted to give you a quick update and let you know that Micah's surgery went well, and he is doing well!

During all this he decided to get his first tooth, very closely followed by his second. I figure the timing was kind of great since we was so hopped up on pain killers he hardly noticed!
Teeth!!

I finally feel like I can change gears and start preparing for Christmas now, so I started with some baking today, and am finishing off the last of our Christmas shopping.

Thank you all for your prayers for our family! We really appreciate them, and know beyond a shadow of a doubt that they work!

Monday, November 29, 2010

4 months - Surgery next Monday.


Micah is now 4 months and getting the hang of this photo with the bear thing... he humors me for a couple of shots, and then tries to eat his bear.

In Micah news he is now rolling over, although he doesn't like being on his tummy, so it makes me wonder why he insists on rolling there every time we put him down. Maybe because he gets coaching from his sister along the lines of "You can do it! Good job little buddy".

I debated sharing this next piece of news on such a public forum, but we need all the prayers we can get. Micah will be undergoing surgery next Monday, December 6 at 7.30am. He will be having an outpatient procedure at CHOC to correct a minor birth defect. I will spare you the medical explanation, lets just say his pee hole is not quite right. The defect, and surgery to fix it is relatively common, but that does not make it easier to picture Micah being taken and put under anesthesia, or what his recovery may be like.
Please keep us all in prayer during this time. Micah for all aspects of surgery from pre-op (not being able to eat for 5 hours prior to surgery), anesthesia, surgery, post-op, recovery and how this all will affect his sleep. For Cassia to understand the extra time and care Micah will need. For us (especially Me) to have calm hearts.

Thanks everyone, I will be updating my status on facebook throughout the day on Monday to keep you posted on how Micah is doing.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Pumpkin Patch


Going to the pumpkin patch is one of my favorite things to do as a family, we never actually buy a pumpkin there, but the bright orange pumpkins make a great backdrop for pictures! I also like pretending we live somewhere with seasons...

I had a hard time choosing just a few pictures to share, so instead I decided to post an album which you can see here (even if you don't have facebook):

Monday, October 11, 2010

It came and went...

I am ashamed to say that Micah's two month birthday, and two month pediatrician appointment came and went without me posting! I also realized when he rolled over for the first time today that I had not shot or posted any video of him!! I am a bad Mother!!

Anyway, I immediately got the video camera out, and am working on getting something together this week, for now enjoy the pictures below.

And for those keeping track Micah weighed 12lbs 4oz, is a very long 25" and is planning on overtaking his older cousin Liam any day now.

On another note - is anyone reading this blog? Or are you just seeing these posts on Facebook? I don't want to keep posting if there isn't anyone out there! Leave me a comment if you are reading!!

After a family picnic -- we wore them both out!

Micah with his bear - I am going to try and take a photo with this bear every month for the first year.
Cassia and Micah all dressed up for a fun date with Mum while Dad was away for the weekend

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Picnic at the park

We have been busy with our two little ones (although the littlest is rapidly growing and I have just discovered is too tall for his outfits with feet!!).

Even though life is busy we make sure to take time to do unexpected things. We decided to have a picnic dinner the other night, and I had already started making dinner - spaghetti, so it became a spaghetti picnic, not exactly a neat and tidy dinner, but we all had a great time!


Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Grannie interviews Cassia

Grannie sat Cassia down for a hard hitting interview this week... here are the results:

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Family of four


As you can imagine (or have experienced) the addition of another child makes life just that little bit busier, which is my excuse for not posting any updates!

We have been so fortunate to have my parents visiting us, right now they are in San Francisco actually having a few days vacation (Cassia has had them on the run and I think they will need a vacation to recover from their visit with her!)

Micah is doing really well, he is a great little baby, and Cassia is the president of his fan club.

We had Micah dedicated at church last Sunday and here is the video.

Friday, July 23, 2010

Micah Judah Wright


We are pleased to announce that Micah Judah Wright made his entry into this world 2 weeks early at 8.30am on Thursday, July 22. He was 6lbs 13oz and 19 3/4 inches long.

We are all home, doing really well and Cassia is an amazing big sister!


Thursday, July 8, 2010

Photos from June...

I just realized that I have not updated this for a really really long time!

I really don't have an excuse, life is always busy, I guess I just feel like won't have real news until our baby is born (a little less than a month to go). Cassia is getting very excited to meet her brother, and told my tummy this morning "Come out now baby brother."

Until he arrives (when there are sure to be lots of pictures) here are a few from the last couple of months.

Cassia wearing Daddy's work hat.

At the park.

First time in the pool this summer.

Happy girl!


Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Cakes, cupcakes, and Cassia...

Thought I would share a few pictures of a cake and cupcakes I made for a friends baby shower last weekend, and of course a couple of Cassia, who is getting ready for her role as a big sister - she has potty trained, given the baby a nickname (Mimi) and told me that she wants to buy him a blanket.

Cassia is developing even more verbal skills every day, and is quite adept and speaking her mind! She amuses us with her constant singing and dancing, in fact she is quite the songwriter and will sing about anything that is happening around her.






Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Happy Birthday Grandma! {Video}

Grandma's birthday was on Sunday, and the family made a special video to celebrate - here is Cassia's contribution!



Wednesday, February 10, 2010

7 Shades of Red

I was tagged by my friend Nicole for this post. The instructions were to showcase 7 photos showing red around the home.

In no particular order...

1. A package of my favorite german Gummie Bears - although there are now a few less than when this photo was taken. And actually the white ones not the red ones are my #1 pick.


2. A card from Cassia's recent birthday festivities


3. My beloved Macbook


4. Pretty much every kitchen utensil in my drawers


5. A jar candle that is almost done, which I am very sad about because they don't make this kind any more.

6. Cassia's magna doodle



7. A warm throw that has been my companion in this cold weather


Since not too many of you actually blog I won't tag anyone, but if you feel inspired be sure to share your shades of red with me.


Sunday, January 31, 2010

Cassia's Second Birthday!

We are now parents of a two year old! It is hard to believe that our baby isn't a baby anymore! So to remedy the situation we are having another baby - due in August.

Here are some photos of Cassia's second birthday.

Our big 2 year old - who joined in with singing "Happy Birthday" to herself

Blowing out the candle


Entertaining her friends

Blowing bubbles with friends

At Disneyland with Mummy and Daddy

Still having fun after a big day at Disneyland

Future driver

Opening presents

Sitting at her new table - thanks Gran and Poppa

A close up of the Australian Women's Weekly Rabbit Cake - the tradition lives on :)



Saturday, January 9, 2010

Christmas, Australia etc.


I know I have been remiss not writing a blog for a long time, or even posting photos! Sorry!

We have had a busy few months, celebrating Thanksgiving in the US, Jason then went to Israel for two weeks at the start of December, and right now we are in Australia!

We have been loving our visit with family, and enjoying every minute of our relaxing time and taking full advantage of Gran and Poppa!

We are not sure what 2010 holds in store for us, so watch this space! It has been a great start to the year so far.

4 Generations!


Christmas in America


Christmas in Australia