Catching Up

After just over two weeks of not updating the blog, I felt like it was definitely time to do so. The last couple of weeks have been very full and very tiring and, to be perfectly honest, I've just not had the time or energy to post anything new. Hopefully I can get back on track now and keep the blog updated more faithfully.


37 days until we find out if the new baby is a boy or girl!

Friday Five

Five Moments / Events I'll Never Forget

- When I got saved by God's amazing grace
Of all the events I've experienced, NOTHING has had a greater impact than Christ saving me from hell. Not only did it change my life forever, but it also changed my eternal destination. Praise God for His salvation!!

- Seeing Addison Grace born
One of the most amazing things I've ever experienced, I learned things I never knew about love when I witnessed the birth of Addy G. In that moment, I learned the amazing love that only a parent can feel for their child. I also realized that even though I loved Teresa with all my heart before Addison; I love her even more after seeing Addison born.

- Marrying my wonderful wife
I had the great privilege to marry my high school sweetheart. She's not only the love of my life but my best friend in this world. I honestly couldn't ask for a better help meet. Her support and love never cease to amaze me. I love you babe!!

- Finding out Teresa was pregnant with Addison
After countless disappointments, which are detailed on Teresa's blog in her first blog entry, I'll never forget the elation I felt at learning that Teresa was pregnant. Only God could have given us such a miracle.

- Finding out Teresa is pregnant with Baby # 2
Not planned and more than a little unexpected, I'll never forget the Wednesday morning we found out we'd have a new addition and Addison would be a big sister. This was yet another blessing that could have only come from our amazing Lord. Yet more proof of just how blessed we really are.

Baby's First Ultrasound

This afternoon Teresa, Addison, and myself loaded up and took a trip to the baby doctor for the new baby's first pictures. Teresa and I were both very happy with the doctor who had a great personality and was very thorough. The best part, of course, was getting to see the new addition. Addison really didn't know what to think at first. She sat on my lap and was a little uneasy as the ultrasound tech started the ultrasound. As soon as the baby showed up on the monitor I pointed he or she out to Addison. At the point, she was fine. She just looked at the monitor with a look that can only be described as a cross between confusion and wonder. We are so blessed that both mommy and baby are doing so well. The doctor also said that Teresa's due date is exactly what we thought it to be, December 12th. Thanks to everyone who has been praying and please continue to do so! Here's a pic of the newbie.

The newest member of the Rogers family

Check at Teresa's blog for a couple of different pics.

"Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations." -- Jeremiah 1:5

New Addition...Coming Soon

As I'm sure most everyone has heard by now, Teresa and I are expecting a new addition to the family on about December 14th. Addison is going to be a big sister!! We were very surprised by the news as it was TOTALLY unexpected. We are excited beyond words that the Lord has allowed us to have this added blessing. It's amazing to think that just three short years ago we were told that we would need "medical assistance" if we wanted to have any children of our own. What a testimony to the power of the Great Physician and the amazing power of prayer! Please pray for a healthy pregnancy, Mommy, and baby. Also, please help us pray that we will always be the parents that God would have us to be and to rear our children in the fear and admonition of the Lord.

"For with God nothing shall be impossible." -- Luke 1:37