Perfect Provision. 2010 reflected God's perfect provision providing what our family needed when we needed it, and I don't ever want to forget the challenges we faced and how God brought us through them. On March 23, we were blessed with another beautiful, healthy baby boy. At 8 lbs. 4 oz., Morgan Eli arrived after 2 long days. (I was induced once again, but it didn't take the first day). We were thrilled to get a brother for Memphis, and already they love each other (and drive each other crazy). Memphis can be so sweet with him at times, rough at other times, but mostly, Morgan is happy to get attention. In addition to Morgan, two other Roper babies were born in 2010. In July, Jedidiah (Jed) Russell Roper was born and Sadie Ann Roper was just born in November, making a grand total of 9 Roper grandkids for Aaron's parents. Yes, Christmas should be wonderful chaos. Memphis is 2 ½ years old and more fun and adorable than ever. He is way obsessed with motorcycles. He plays with his little dirtbikes all day every day, loves to watch cycle shows, goes for rides with Daddy on our dirtbikes, and wears his favorite motorcycle shirts constantly. Peter Pan is another favorite and that's who he was for Halloween. He has a knack for puzzles, and is working the 24 piece puzzles by himself now. We love listening to him talk in full sentences now, and the funny stuff he'll say. He has a hard time containing his excitement, and will jump up and down repeatedly when he's happy about something. He adores his Daddy, and Aaron gets to come home to a big hug and an excited 'My Daddy Home!' every night.
By God's grace, Aaron is still working with his brother and father. Like so many, their company faced some challenging times this year, (unlike any other year in its 25+ year history); but God has been merciful to our family and the company. We have learned to be grateful for every day of work, and strive to take nothing for granted. Our own little family was further blessed, (when uncertainty was at its peak and finances were tight); Aaron was provided with a second job, working part-time as a property manager. Lastly, I am also grateful for the continued opportunity to work very very part-time, a couple hours a week from home.
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Wishing
you a Merry Christmas! ~Aaron, Christina,
Memphis & Morgan Roper |