What a weekend! Last weekend Seth and I took off from work early and made our way to the Mesa, Arizona Temple. We had so much fun taking pictures outside the temple decked out in our wedding attire. It was really special to put my wedding dress on again and carry a bouquet as we traipsed around the temple grounds. It was all so exciting and nerve racking at the same time. We knew that we would be going in the next day and we were so excited. Our pictures turned out AMAZING! Thank you so much Dana, Amy, Tanner, and Amy. It was such a fun day that progressed into a great night. 
Neither Seth nor I had ever been ice skating before. It was hilarious! Neither one of us fell but I have never laughed so much in my life. It was quite the night of entertainment. There were kids half my age skating backwards and TEXTING! The rest of us were doing our best to keep our bums off the ground. It was definitely a great way to end such a busy day. We spent the rest of the night talking and giggling with Dana and Amy. I felt like a twelve year old girl at a slumber party. (Except that Seth was there) They really helped to ease some of the anxiety I had before entering the temple. I couldn’t sleep all night. My mind kept racing about what the temple would be like. I knew it would be pretty inside and that it was going to be a neat experience. I was fidgeting, and feeling sick as we pulled into the parking lot. I knew that in just a few short minutes we would be walking through those sacred doors.
We were blown away by the temple’s beauty. It was such a great feeling knowing that we were worthy to walk through those doors and do the work of the lord. Our sealing was beautiful, with a few mishaps and crack ups but I think it fit us perfectly! I hope I never forget the looks on our family’s faces when we walked out of those doors. It was perfect in every way. It’s impossible to be unhappy in the temple or when you leave.
Thank you everyone for making the effort to be there. We know that it was an inconvenience to some but it really made it special for us to see all of you there. I’ve never experienced such happiness as I did when I knew that our family would be forever. Now I walk around and want to share that experience with everyone. I don’t think that any one should have to go without knowing the love of an eternal family. Thank you all so much for making our weekend so special. We love you guys!
