God's Word

I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Praise be to you, Lord. — Psalm 119:11-12

Kyle bought a case and plaque for Dad's casket flag that they carried back from Iowa after the burial.

It looks awesome. Now it graces their piano.

The plaque says:
Gary J. Rogers
1933 - 2019
USAF 1953-57

A beautiful tribute.

We Belong to the Lord

If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. For this very reason, Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living. — Romans 14:8-9

Gary's Coffin with Flag at Riverside Cemetary

Today was Gary's interment at Riverside Cemetery in Iowa.

We weren't able to go, but Kirk's brother Kyle, Mariana, Michael, cousin Rick, and lots of friends and relatives made it.

The day was beautiful, with the sun shining down on the ceremony.

Here's a photo of the flag folded on the casket.

Rick even brought a box of Twinkies. When Gary worked for Hostess, he often dressed up as Twinkie the Kid to hand out samples of Twinkies and cakes.

A fitting tribute to our dad.

Rogers Family with Gary's coffin

Memorial Day Celebration

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. — Hebrews 12:1

Monday we celebrated Memorial Day with friends and family.

Peggy made this delicious and beautiful flag poke cake, Kirk barbecued steak, Kelly brought potato salad, and Marion made a wonderful green salad and chocolate cake.

We had quite a feast!

And we prayed for those who have given their lives for our country, remembering them on this Memorial Day. Praising God for His goodness.