We are TOO excited to introduce our brand new little bundle of joy! She arrived in our arms at 1.56 in the afternoon, Fri May 23, 2008 (Taiwan local time). A strong 3,850 grams (8lbs 8oz) and 54cm (21.25") long she quickly captured the hearts of mom and dad. Mom and the little one spent three nights in the hospital recovering but now are growing strong and healthy. Dad simply marvelled at his astounding wife!
Our little bundle of love is named after three incredible people. Her two grandmothers, Sandra and Colleen because of their great love, their gentle spirits and joyful attitudes. Cassandra Colleen is beautifully named. After having spent two months in Indonesia in the womb, we felt Cassie deserved a little bit of treasure from there, and since the word for love in Indonesian is "Kasih" (pronounced the same), it could not have been a better fit! You might wonder why "Angela", but after having watched his wife give her life to birth little Cassie, daddy could not help but include it, and of course, she is already becoming daddy’s little Angel.
Finally, a few thanks are in order. N-a-n-n-a (Grandma Colleen Krystik), has been running around, adventurising like nobodys business, helping in a thousand ways – Thank you Nanna! Amy Stevens, our Titus Leader and good friend, was on call for a whole week as we waited for Cassie. She brought us to the hospital and took care of a number of details. Another friend, Francis translated a lot for us. Those two also spent about five hours massaging mommy while she was in labour. Thank you!
PS The laptop is under repair so thanks for your patience with the pictures.
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