Strollathon---Now only 2 days away!

Well, we have arrived in North Carolina and are frantically preparing for the Strollathon. So much to do...this is a very big undertaking! Thankfully, I have wonderful people helping me. There really is no way I could do this without the help of my family and friends. And I can't begin to tell you how much it means to me for friends to invest time, energy, and money into an event to help my little girl. Lauren has so many people who love her and want to see treatments, and ultimately a cure, for Rett Syndrome. This morning I took Lauren to a gathering at the home of a friend of a friend...got that??? This is not even a lady that knows me that well. She invited her friends over and had coffee, drinks and goodies and asked for donations for IRSF. She also put in a plug for the Strollathon. She spent a lot of time and money for this event and guess what!! She raised $500 for Rett research! This, from mom who we met on Dec. 23rd last year. She saw Lauren that one night and Lauren made such an impression that she wanted to do something to help. I could tell you other stories of people who have done similar things. I just have seen such good in so many people. People who selflessly give of themselves to help little girls like Lauren who have been taken captive by an ugly disorder called Rett Syndrome. Renee Griffin and Stephanie Crisp have had MANY late nights trying to prepare for the silent auction. And they have got a fabulous auction lined up. If you are anywhere near Wilmington, please consider coming to Wrightsville Beach Park and bidding on some items. This is a great place to begin your Christmas shopping...you get shopping done and all the proceeds go to research! It doesn't get any better than that! If you are unable to come will you just pray for us? Pray that lots of people come, that the girls are healthy and able to attend, that the sun shines, and that we are able to share with many a little bit about Rett Syndrome. Thank you for your prayers.

Sarah's 8th Birthday...and the Roanoke Strollathon

I LOVE being the mom of three girls!


Sarah with "Nutmeg," the bunny that belongs to her American Girl doll.

Sarah got a Camelback from Daddy! She was so excited!

Mama and Daddy with their second blessing.

Matching PJ's for Sarah and Nellie!

Well, once again I waited too long to post and now I have a bunch to share. First, and most importantly, 8 years ago today, God blessed us with our second daughter. We had no idea what God had in store for us! Sarah is such a blessing to our family. She has such a funny personality and makes us laugh all the time. Sarah also has the most caring, giving heart. She always thinks of others' feelings and is ready to give up whatever she has for someone who needs it. One of the greatest things about homeschooling is we can plan around special occasions. So yesterday while driving to Roanoke the girls got all their Monday schoolwork done. Today we spent the day at the mall, shopping and having a girl day. For dinner, Sarah chose Olive Garden. Its just been a fun day! And the party will continue...her party is Friday night! More pictures to follow then.
Keep reading below for more details about the Roanoke Strollathon and pictures!

Roanoke Strollathon

Sunday had us driving 4 hours south to Roanoke for a Strollathon. My friend, Patrina chairs that one and it was the first time we've been able to attend. It was so much fun. We met some amazing, Christian families. That is one thing I always love to find, a mom who shares my faith AND has walked the Rett Syndrome path. Yesterday I visited with FIVE of those mama's! What a great time it was. Please be praying for our Strollathon. It is only 12 days away. Pray for sunshine(it rained last year), pray for the health of the girls so that many will be able to attend, and pray for all the MANY, MANY volunteers that we have to help us put together such an amazing day. Finally, pray for people to give generously. Rett Syndrome is something that can happen to any family. It is spontaneously occurring which means it is not a genetic disorder that is passed down from parent to child. There is so much hidden inside our girls, so much they want to share, they just can't do it. We need research to unlock the mystery of Rett Syndrome. Thank you for your prayers. And if you are able to come, we sure would love to see you.

Sarah and Lauren waiting at the start of the walk.

Walking, walking, walking....Praise the Lord, she's walking!

Lauren and Emily standing by Lauren's angel.(They had angels for all the girls in Virginia with Rett Syndrome.)

Our family after the walk.

A random shot....YES, she is asleep in the bathtub! No, we didn't leave her unattended.