Roper's Round Up

Enjoy some of our summer pictures!

Well, what can I say? I've neglected this awesome family blog when I promised to keep it up while Sabrena is at work. Sorry everybody!!! I hope you are ready for a whirlwind of catching up. There will be a new post going up each day this week starting today with Con's birthday at the Great Wolf Lodge!

For Connor's birthday this year, we told him that a present was going to arrive in the mail for him. This was not true. We had in fact, orchestrated a plan for Sabrena, Dawsyn, and myself to pick him from school with his bags all packed and in the trunk and to head for The Great Wolf Lodge in Grand Mound, WA. I'd never heard of Grand Mound, WA and when we got there, it looked a lot like Rochester to me. As you'll be able to see from the pictures, the place is AMAZING and heaps of fun. Here is a little video slideshow I made. The soundtrack is by Connor's favorite band (and mine - it was mine first), They Might Be Giants. It seemed to fit the occasion, what with my post  being so late his actual birthday.

Over the next few days I'll be updating posting updates on all that has been going on over the last few weeks. Yikes, we're behind! We've had three birthdays, a baby start walking, a boy ride a bike without training wheels, and a dad who has reached an all-time high weight since becoming a stay-at-home dad/struggling freelance writer who still decided it would be a great idea to take off his shirt at an indoor water park. That last sentance was a run-on purposely but I spelled sentence wrong on accident (I probably should have just corrected it ( now I've also made this sentence too long (dangit, I'm making it worse.)))

The last full week at Connor's school was Spirit Week and kids were encouraged to dress according each day's theme. The day Connor looked forward to most was the "Dress as your favorite fictional character" day. I think he looked like a dead ringer for his character but can anyone else guess who Connor dressed up as?

My heart is heavy today for Nate, Tricia and their baby girl. If you have been following my blog you know this is a family I have been following for awhile now and have come to celebrate, cry and pray with/for.

Less then a week ago I was so excited to finally hear that sweet family driving home. ALL together. And the excitement I felt knowing that Nate and his girls were all together.

Sadly, Tricia is back in the hospital and a lot is going on. Please visit Nate's blog and send your love, prayers, and good thoughts. They all deserve it after EVERYTHING they all have gone through.



To the Lawrenson Family:

Thanks for being such an inspiration to me, relying on God. Your faith is amazing. In moments of weakness know that we are praying for strength, courage, and that when it feels like it may be too much, remember God will carry you. You have touched many hearts and we are all standing in the gap for you all!

Nate, I think your a hero. The love you have for your girls is amazing and what true love is all about. Stay strong and keeping loving your girls through.

All our love,
Sabrena

UPDATE: Sounds like things are looking up and our prayers are being answered. Spencer is remembering the things he wasn't and was only kept over night for observation. He will have a EEG today and if nothing comes up will be sent home. They have no idea why he passed out. Thank you if you read the post below and were praying. I know we all appreciate it.

Be Blessed and Praise the Lord!!
Sabrena


We received a call this morning that our good friend Spencer is in the hospital. Apparently he passed out, hit his head and is not remembering things. I don't have a lot of information at this time, but PLEASE be praying for this sweet family. Spencer has a wife Tammie and sons; Skyler, Drew and Trace.

I will keep this updated as I know more. We appreciate you keeping them all lifted up.

Sabrena

Today was our oldest and wisest son, Connor's birthday. It is amazing to me how big he is. Of course, the fact that he is so incredibly smart, funny, and thoughtful are astoundng too, but mostly I'm amazed at the sheer size of the kid. In all seriousness, I love him so much it scares me. He was my rite of passage into father hood. Nine years ago I had to sink or swim because it was Connor on the line. Not a high score at the arcade or a few bucks lost in a laser tag tournement. Everyday I see him, I thank God that He has not given up on me or let me screw this up somehow. Here is a little message from Sabrena to Connor for this special day.

Connor,

You're a very special boy and we are very lucky to celebrate you today. I thank God for choosing us as your parents! You're a blessing to our family and we love you so much!!

Happy Birthday!

As most of you know, our youngest Noah Vincent, was diagnosed with PDD-NOS, which is on the Autism spectrum. In hopes of bringing awareness and hopefully one day a reason and cure, we are asking family and friends to join us on July 19th to Walk Now For Autism.

Click on Noah's picture to the left, it will take you to our team page where you can join us for our walk or donate. Every penny helps and we will forever be grateful for all donations and support!

Our team name is Noah's Ark Angels. We have made a huge goal of 5000.00. It's been a slow start, but everything counts, and we are dedicated to doing what we can.

Be apart of the solution! Be the difference!

God Bless,
The Roper Family