Fini Flight and Gratitude!!

In February 2010, David flew his last flight in the F-16. It was a very bittersweet day for him, and for us. He has been dreading the day, that all his hard work to become a fighter pilot has probably come to an end. I've never been more proud of my husband for the sacrifices he made for our family during his career. Most people don't know the sacrifice he made to care for me and our children during my back problems. Those back problems started way back in Columbus, MS, and continued through our time in Korea. David's priority was with his family, and I have more respect than ever for him. He is a humble, selfless, caring, and kind soul. His sacrifices probably won't ever be known to his fellow pilots, commanders, or friends, but I want to express my gratitude through my blog. He didn't have to put us first, he could have let his career engulf him and let our families care for me and the kids, but he didn't. He would never let that happen! He is a God loving and fearing man, and will always put God first, family, and then career.

I'm so proud of my husband and all that he has accomplished, but I'm more proud of the man and father he has become. I love him with all my heart and will forever be grateful for his sacrifices. God sent a special angel to me, and I get the honor of calling him my husband!

God bless you David!!

Spring soccer!

I love the YMCA and what it stands for, and I love the Bible belt and that we stop and say a prayer before a game!!
Luke and Sydney got to play spring soccer at the Enid YMCA this year. The kids were on 2 great teams and had 2 great coaches. Their skills have greatly improved since we started several years ago! This is definitely Luke's sport, getting to run around a field non-stop and chase a ball!!

Oregon in March!

Sydney working on her candy dish for grandma!!
Luke working very intently!!
Friends and family playing putt putt!!

Yaquina Head lighthouse in Oregon

Sydney and all the boy cousins!!!!!!!!

Newport Oregon!

We are officially home from Korea! Our first stop was David's home in Salem Oregon. We landed in Seattle and then drove to Salem. We hadn't been in Oregon for several years, so it was nice to go visit and see the family. The kids were so excited to read all the signs in English, and very excited to explore all the various restaurants that America has to offer!

Way back Wednesday....(or whatever day it is!)

One of my favorites of Luke at the pumpkin patch in Caledonia, MS.
PRICELESS!!!!!
Hanging with my cousin Catherine!!!!!!!
Luke is less than enthused about his sister reading him a book!!!

I may not be consistent on my Way back Wednesday, but eventually I will get one out there! I'd like to give a big shout out to my sister-in-law (who DOES read my blog)!!!! What's up Cynthia!? I love these old pics when the kids are little! Have a good one!

Family Pictures 2010

Way back Wednesday....

I've been wanting to get more serious about keeping up with my blog. I used to do it pretty regularly, but then I was introduced to Facebook!! Anyway, I'm pretty sure I don't have many blog followers (or at least nobody leaves me any comments), but I'm determined to have some more fun with it and try to stay current on our lives and what's going on in the Rogers household.

I love my scrapbooks, and now I'm totally IN LOVE with Apple TV. I know that sounds really crazy (it's not just about recording your favorite shows), I have found it can be my ALL day scrapbook on my TV. I love that I can upload my photos and watch my precious children come across the screen.

All this to say, I've been digging out old photos and thought I would share a few of the kids when they were small. I just can't believe how fast the time has flown by and my babies are growing up on me! Enjoy!!

Baby Luke....one of my favorite pictures!!!!!

The Griswald's take Guam!!!!

Daddy and Luke snorkeling on the beach outside our hotel. Luke did awesome!

This was our view off our balcony! What a great way to wake up every morning!




Scuba Luke!!!!!!
Ever since we landed in Korea, Feb 1st 2009, our family had not taken a family vacation. The timing never seemed to work out with David's schedule, or my back problems interfered, or we just couldn't afford it at the time. Finally we saw an opportunity to go over Thanksgiving 2010, so we jumped on it!! We took 8 full wonderful days, packed our bags and headed to warmer weather. It was so cold here in Korea when we left, so heading to a tropical place was a luxury!!

We stayed at the Pacific Islands Club at Guam. It's an all-inclusive place, and most importantly they have a Kids club for the kids to go to so mommy and daddy could take a break!

I would like to report we did some amazing, exciting thing while we were there, but this trip was all about relaxing.....and we did JUST that! We were either by the pool, on the beach, shopping, or eating! It was so nice after 2 years of being in Korea to go spend time as a family and not have an alarm clock or an agenda! Guam was a beautiful island and I will treasure this time we had as a family!

P.S. Did I forget to mention that my husband left my camera and video camera at home, bought another camera in the airport, and then got the charger and box stolen from the new camera in the airport......That's why this would be titled, "The Griswald's take Guam"! :)