State Open Finals

Well......after a long day of sitting in the clubhouse......Chris did not even play!!! He shot 69, 68 and tied for 3rd as a pro! We are very excited and his game is really shaping up! Next up will be an E-golf event in South Carolina next week! Stay tuned! Much love from Nashville!!

State Open, Round 1

Chris played early this morning and shot 3 under! Not sure what scores
are looking like although I know he was 2 back from the lead when we
left!! It was a little chilly, but great!! I have had a great birthday
so far. Thanks for all of the calls, emails, and texts! I feel very
loved and very blessed to have so many people think of me! Wow!! God
is so good! Keep checking back as Chris will be playing 2 more days!!
Much love from Nashville!!

Tracy Rogers

A Great Week!!

First of all, I must say that it has been a great week starting with
my graduation and having my parents and grandparents in Nashville last
weekend. Chris and I have gotten to spend all week with both sets of
grandparents, whom we still have with us and it has been so nice to
spend time with both!! We love y'all so much! We have had such a great
week being with each other and just enjoying the time God has given us
to be together. It was a great day for Chris and I must brag because I
can! He birdied 4 out of 5 par 3s. What an accomplishment!! I am so
proud of the way he handles himself on and off the golf course. I am
so proud to be married to him! He had 6 birdies and 3 bogies, but he
putted the ball really well today. It was the haircut and new putter I
do believe! Chris will be playing in the US Open Sectionals back at
this course on the Monday of the week of the St. Jude qualifier, which
is Sunday before! As Chris said today, we are 1 for 1 since I was able
to watch today! Next up is the TN State Open next week in Dickson, TN!
Thanks for all the prayers and support! We are blessed!! Much love
from Memphis!!

Tracy Rogers

Chris Made It!!

US Open Locals Qualifying it is!!!

Well... Chris still remains 2nd in line for the Nationwide tournament
this week, so it looks like we will be staying in Memphis for the US
Open Locals. Should Chris make it through tomorrow, he will then go to
Sectionals! Thanks so much to all of you who have been asking and
praying for us this week!! It has been challenging sitting on the
fence if you will, but God wants us on this side this week!! Chris
tees off at 9 tomorrow morning! I will post tomorrow afternoon!! Much
love from Memphis!!

Tracy Rogers

Finally a Haircut!!!

Memphis for now.....

Well we headed to Memphis around noon today!! Chris had some clubs
worked on and regripped and we are just still waiting!! Chris has
moved up to number 2 and they still can't get in touch with the person
ahead of him, so depending on the situation... We may be headed to
Charlotte tomorrow! If not, US open locals it is!! Who knows!! We are
just doing what God intends for us!! Chris got a new "do!" Maybe that
will be the luck he needs to get him going!! :) Thanks for all of the
prayers and support!! Much love from Memphis!

Tracy Rogers

Nationwide or US Open Locals?

As I sit here and write, Chris and I literally are sitting here wondering what we should do! Chris is currently 3 spots away from getting in the Nationwide event for this week, and he also has his US Open Locals in Memphis on Thursday. We have been busy this morning packing and just trying to figure out where we are going! We have called the PGA headquarters, and they are supposed to call him. One person in front of him has gotten into the PGA event this week, and another person is MIA...they can't get in touch with him. That would put Chris at first alternate! We are just waiting patiently for God's plan to unfold the week. This is pretty much how this year has gone for us...just a lot of not knowing! Chris and I just continue to pray for what God wants for us and we know that whatever He has in store, it will be great! We are both just ready for whatever may come this week! No matter what, I know that Chris will glorify God and be thankful for whatever opportunity comes his way! We will keep you updated on where we are going! Either Charlotte, NC area or Memphis! I can truly say.....It is all in God's hands! May God bless each of you!! Much love from Nashville!!!

Graduation!!!

Hard Few Weeks.....

Chris and I have both a rough couple of weeks. It just seems that every time we turn around, something hard is happening in our lives. I sat here last weekend and watched it rain, and rain, and rain, and rain. It was disheartening to watch this city get swallowed by all of the rain water. I can honestly say, the only feeling I had was sheer helplessness! No, Chris and I were not personally affected, but when you watch something as tragic as this happen to a place where you call home, it really hits home. I can remember sitting in closets and such for tornadoes growing up, but usually those are quick to pass. This event was just slow and steady and it just wouldn't go away. I have posted a picture of our church, St. George's Episcopal Church, sanctuary. The whole church and Kindergarten flooded with about 2 feet of water on the first floor. It breaks my heart to see all of the damage, but I know that with God's help it will come back better and stronger. As most of you probably saw, Chris missed the cut this week and the last. I, on the other hand, can not find teaching job opportunities that are available right now for the fall. I can honestly tell you that we have both been stressed the past few months and really just out of any sort of routine. Chris has been bouncing back between 2 tours and I have been student teaching, which has brought in no income. As hard as it is, God is working in our midst. As hard as it can be to see, we know that His plans for our lives are in full swing. Even though we have all of these hardships in our lives, we do know that God is good and that He is working right now in our lives. Since I can be a worrier sometimes, I have been challenged in a big way to just "Let go and Let God." God is in control, and He has our best interest at heart. Thanks to our friends and family who have just supported us over the past few months. We have much to celebrate this weekend as I will be graduating with my Masters in the Art of Teaching, and Chris will now be here to celebrate this milestone with me! Thanks be to God for all of the blessings we have been given and continue to receive each day, as each day is a blessing from God! May we all continue to honor God in all that we say, think, and do. I would like to share a prayer from one of the priests who married us, The Rev. David Elliott. He says this prayer at the end of the church service every Sunday, and closed at our wedding with this prayer. It is absolutely one of my favorites!

"As you leave this place, go forth in peace. Be assured that the past is forgiven, know that the future is in God's hands. Return to no person evil for evil. Remember the poor, pray for the sick, and make no peace with injustice in this world, and the blessing of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit be upon you and remain with you always!" - The Rev. David Elliott

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!!!!

I can't believe I forgot to post my sweet Momma's birthday!!! I have been so wrapped up in this massive flood and Bailey's surgery, that I forgot to post her birthday yesterday! She got to go to dinner with my dad and friends last night, so I know they had a great time!!! We love you very much and wish you many, many more!!!

Sweet Bailey!!!

Sweet Bailey!

Bailey is home resting comfortably!!

Bailey had surgery..... She was spayed today! Sweet Bailey is at home
resting on her favorite pillow under her favorite blankey!! We are
blessed that her surgery went well!! I have been a nervous Nellie all
day!! I almost cried when I left her this morning. I will be by her
side for the next few days!! :) Thanks for all of the prayers! Bailey
sends her love!!!

Tracy Rogers

Nashville is FLOODED!!!

Hello all!! Chris and I are blessed by God that we have not been affected as far as our home getting damaged from all of the rain, however, our church is under water. The first floor of our church is flooded and the Kindergarten where I have worked the past 2 years is attached to the church has tremendous amounts of damage. We are asking for your prayers for all of the people in Nashville and the surrounding areas affected by this flood. Studio 19, Chris' dad's studio which is on Music Row, could possibly have damage and we will find out tomorrow. What a crazy weekend. We lift up all those who have lost homes in this storm, that God will put His loving arms around them and protect them as they figure out what to do. This proves to be such a great reminder that no matter how hard life can be sometimes, that our "small problems" are just what they are. SMALL! Thanks be to God for those lives who have been spared....and for those lost....may God be with their families and friends in the days to come. We are thankful for all we have been given, and all the blessings in our lives. Each day is a gift and we are grateful for every day that God gives us. Much love from Nashville.....