Garage Sale... A HUGE Success!

Thank you!  Thank you!  Thank you!  We are amazed by your generous contributions of items to be sold as well as supporting the sale, by buying many items, baked goods and donating funds.  We were overwhelmed by the love, generosity and giving spirit of everyone around.  SO many hours of service in setting up, selling and cleaning up were donated as well.    Thousands of dollars were raised and all the funds will all be doubled through a generous donor.  Hopefully, this will alleviate financial burdens of the Laparra's so they are able to focus on what is most important.   The LaParra's are so loved!  It was incredible how many people donated time, items and money in their support.  Thank you again!

Gracias! Gracias! Gracias! Estamos maravillados por las generosas donaciones que recibimos tanto de cosas y comida para vender, como de dinero. Por supuesto agradecidos con todos los que vinieron a comprar. No sobrecoge el amor, la generosidad y el espíritu de ayuda de todos los que participaron. También muchas horas de servicio preparando, vendiendo y limpiando fueron donadas. Logramos reunir miles de dólares que serán duplicados por un generoso donante. Esperamos que esto alivie las finanzas de la familia Laparra y les permita enfocarse en lo más importante. Todos aman a la familia Laparra! Fue maravilloso ver la forma en que tanta la gente dono su tiempo, pertenencias y dinero para apoyarlos. De nuevo GRACIAS! El mejor cierre para un día como este fue que Laura regreso a CASA el sábado por la tarde para continuar su rehabilitación desde allí. Que gozo fue verla regresar a casa!

The crowning jewel to this entire day was that Laura returned HOME Saturday afternoon to continue her rehabilitation from home.  What a joy it was to watch her come home!

March 5

Reporte sobre la salud de
Jueves 6 de marzo

La foto muestra el momento en que Laura y su hija de 7 años se reencontraron finalmente. Una escena enternecedora.

Laura está en un hospital de rehabilitación y tiene sesiones de terapias cada día. Esta comenzando a hablar aún cuando sufre de una parálisis facial. Puede usar sus piernas y brazos pero aún debe utilizar una silla de ruedas.

Neal A. Maxwell dijo: "más cosas de las que el mundo puede imaginar suceden a causa de la oración". Una gran verdad, especialmente en este caso. Cuán hermoso ejemplo de amistad y del poder de la oración.
Nuevos amigos que ni siquiera conocen a la familia Laparra. Sepan que ellos les aman.

Por favor sigan orando por esta familia tan maravillosa y por la recuperación de Laura.

Por favor recuerden ir a comprar al Garage Sale este Sábado en el 8104 E Peralta Ave, Mesa, AZ, 95212
Un generoso donador ha ofrecido igualar los fondos al 100%!

Gracias a todos por su amor y oraciones!

This photo shows Laura finally being able to hold her seven-year-old. Tender reunion.

Laura is in a rehab center and works with therapists everyday. She is starting to be able to talk, although she still has facial paralysis on one side. She has some use of her arms and legs, but she is still in a wheelchair.

Neal A Maxwell once said that "more things are wrought by prayer than this world dreams of."

How true that is, especially in this case. What a beautiful example of the power of prayer and of friendship - some new friends who don't even know the LaParra's personally. You are all so very loved by the Laparra family. 

Please keep praying for this incredible family as Laura continues healing.

And don't forget about the yard sale this Saturday at 8104 E. Peralta Ave., Mesa, AZ 85212. If possible, please stop by and show your support. A generous donor has offered to match the funds raised by 100%! How generous and kind!

Thanks to all for your love and prayers.

Garage Sale and Bake sale March 8th in Arizona

If you are able to help, donate or even just come shopping please stop by the garage sale at 8104 E Peralta, Saturday from 6 am-1.  Here is a list of things that we need help with if you are able

I spoke with regional director Dan Ferrin with Modern Woodmen/Fraternal Financial Services Organization today. This is the group that is matching the donations of this garage sale. He had great news for us, he was able to arrange for 2 regions to match and donate funds which allows for the amount matched to be upwards of $5000 which is double the original offer. I feel so blessed to be a part of this entire process, its amazing to see the good people have within them! I was handed a $10 bill from a women who was just chatting with her neighbor about the garage sale and why she was donating the items so her neighbor ran into her home and grabbed the money and offered it as a donation. TRULY AMAZING!!!

March 1 - moved from the hospital into the rehabilitation center

She was here exactly for 3 weeks! Now into a Rehabilitation Hospital!

Estuvo aqui exactamente 3 semanas! Ahora al Hospital de Rehabilitacion! 

Feb 28 update

FRIDAY UPDATE for Laura Laparra
February 28

Laura is still progressing! Blessings! 

The swelling around her neck has reduced dramatically, so much so, that she was able to go into a pediatric neck brace last night. This is much more comfortable for her.

She has full use of her body and arms, and walked down the hall last night.

She will be transported from the hospital to the rehabilitation facility either today or tomorrow.

We received some amazing news yesterday. An Arizona company has offered to match the funds that will be raised in the March 8 yard sale by 100 percent!!

We are in AWE of this generosity! Please join us on March 8, for a great service opportunity!


Reporte de la Salud de Laura Laparra
28 de febrero de 2014

Laura Laparra sigue progresando! Que bendición!

La inflación alrededor de su cuello se ha reducido dramáticamente, tanto que anoche pudieron ponerle un cuello ortopédico pediátrico con el que está más cómoda.

Todo su cuerpo esta funcionado y tiene control sobre sus brazos y piernas. Anoche camino por el pasillo del hospital.

Hoy o mañana será trasladada a un Centro de Rehabilitación.

Recibimos excelentes noticias ayer. Una compañía de Arizona ha ofrecido igualar el monto que se recaude en la venta de garaje que el Barrio Boulder Creek donde Laura y su familia asisten está organizando para día 8 de marzo. Pueden contactar a Erika Valdez McNeil al 602-571-1290 para mas detalles sobre como ayudar ese dia o los dias anteriores para preparar todo. Hay mucho que hacer.

La generosidad de esta compañía nos ha dejado con la boca abierta! Por favor únasenos el 8 de marzo en esta excelente oportunidad de servicio.

Garage sale - Saturday March 8th

The neighborhood where Laura and Gilberto live will be having a garage sale with 100% of the proceeds going to the LaParra family.  Not only this, but an anonymous donor will be matching every penny earned at this garage sale... doubling the amount that will go to the Laparras!  This is an amazing opportunity to help the Laparra's meet their financial obligations without stress and just focus on getting Laura better!

You can help by donating items for sale and dropping them off at 8104 E Peralta (Please call 480-330-2032 to schedule drop off) in the Boulder Creek neighborhood.  Also, please COME and shop on Saturday March 8 all morning.

Venta de Garage El vencindario donde viven Laura y Gilberto ha organizado una venta de garage y todo el dinero que se recaude sera para la familia Laparra. Como si fuera poco, un donador anonimo se comprometio a hacer una donacion por el mismo monto que se recaude, La familia recibira el doble!!! Esta es una excelente oportunidad para ayudar a los Laparra a afrontar las obligaciones financieras derivadas del accidente y disminuir el estres para que puedan enfocarse en la recuperacion de Laura. Para donar articulos para la venta por favor llame al 480-330-2032. La direccion para dejar las donaciones es 8104 E Peralta en Boulder Creek. Si usted quiere ayudar pero no vive en esta area o esta en otro pais, puede hacerlo donando a http://www.lauralaparrafund.com Por favor VENGA a COMPRAR durante la mañana del 8 de marzo.

Feb 26 update

Laura has had her trach tube removed and can breathe on her own. She is able to walk, with help, for short distances. This picture of beautiful Laura with two of her daughters was taken last night.

She is very weak and tires very easily. But she is progressing. She still can't talk, but she can whisper and mouth words.

Yesterday, her father was with her when she became quite agitated. She took his hand and put it on her head. He said, "Are you saying that you'd like a Priesthood blessing?" She nodded yes. So, her father laid his hand on her head, and gave her a blessing. She immediately calmed and was able to rest. It was a sweet and touching experience.

Laura will be moved into a rehabilitation center this weekend. Please keep Laura and this wonderful family in your prayers. They need your faith and prayers so very much.

(P.S. Laura gave the thumbs-up for me to post this photo.)

Reporte de Salud de Laura Laparra
Miércoles 26 de febrero de 2014


Ayer le removieron a Laura el tubo que le ayudaba a respirar y ahora está respirando por si misma! Puede “caminar” algunos pasos con ayuda. La foto de Laura y sus hermosas hijas fue tomada anoche.

Laura está débil y se cansa muy rápido pero está progresando. Todavía no puede hablar pero susurra y modula palabras.

Ayer mientras su papa esta con ella, Laura se puso muy agitada. Ella tomo la mano de él y la puso sobre su cabeza. Su papa le pregunto: ¿Me estás diciendo que quieres una bendición de Sacerdocio? Con su cabeza ella respondió que sí. Su papa la bendijo y ella inmediatamente se tranquilizó y pudo descansar. Fue una experiencia muy enternecedora.

Laura será trasladada a un centro de rehabilitación este fin de semana. Por favor sigan orando por ella y por su maravillosa familia. Ellos realmente necesitan su fe y sus oraciones.