Jun 2013 - Nov 2012 (REWIND)

Shame on me for not posting for so long.  Seems that I've said that a lot since we've moved to Oz.  I guess that means you could say we've settled into life here in Australia.  I'm proud to say we are definitely making the most of our time in WA!  I partially blame Facebook for my lack of posts because most of you keep track of our adventures on there, but it's no excuse really, so let's do a quick update of what we've been up to.


Busselton Trip - Dec 2012 (just before Christmas) and remember...it's summer during this time.

 Busselton Train

Mr. Dave petting the stingrays.

Christmas 2012

 

Check out the folks behind me in their Christmas attire

 

Christmas dinner at Dave and Jane's

 

Jan 2013 - Daddy & Kiddo Camping Trip to Augusta - (Mommy goes to Melbourne to shop)

 Before upgrading to a bigger tent

 Where the Southern Ocean meets the Indian Ocean



 

First Off-Roading Adventure - Wedge Island (long day, but we had SO MUCH FUN!)

 Lancelin Dunes

 Coming down on their wave boogie boards didn't work so well...they ARE made for the ocean

 Just another January day at the beach

 

 

Feb 2013 - Happy 4th Birthday Little Man!

1st Day of School - Feb 2013

 

Beks & Linds

 

 

First Camping Trip to Cervantes

 



 Jurien Bay

 

 

Easter 2013

 

Easter (barbecue) dinner with friends

 

What you get to see lounging in a tree at Yanchep Park on Easter :-)

 Headed to church

 

 

Mom & Dad's Visit - Bali Trip!

 Dinner on the beach

 Banyan Estates Villa

Back from Bali...time to shop in Perth - waiting at Joondalup train station

 Pinnacles

 B&B in North Hampton

Feeding Nikki at Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort

 Snorkel time!

Gathered round the 'barbie' at Mullaloo Beach for Mother's Day & Mom & Dad's last day in Oz

Perfect ending to a perfect visit - LOVE YOU BOTH to pieces! xx

 

Next Off-Roading Adventure (in the mud) - Dwellingup

 

 

As you can see, we've had a full 1/2 year and these are just the highlights.  When you factor in work, church, ballet lessons, swimming lessons, school events and awards, dinners with friends, and a date night here and there...well you get the picture.  Maybe I'm forgiven for not keeping up with our blog. 

 

I'm not sure what's in store for us in the next year, but I'll try to be better at keeping up with the Woolard Family 'Happenings'.

 

All in all Australia has been good to us and good for us.  We've grown closer as a family and forged friendships that will last a lifetime.  As much as I miss Texas, I know that this move has been just what we needed.  We took a lot of things for granted - being near our family, spending time with friends, enjoying the outdoors, and even each other.  Sam and I agree that many of our priorities, wants and needs have been redefined.  Things are clear and in focus these days. With many changes on the horizon, we can't help break into a smile as we look forward to the days to come.

 

Be blessed,

Wendy