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!
5 comments:
Inconvenience? What? It is NEVER an inconvenience to be able to be with family on such an amazing day! We were so happy to be able to be there with you, & are so proud of you guys.
And kudos to you for being able to wear that gorgeous dress again!
it was a blast! we are so proud and happy for you guys!!! it was a perfect day, congrats again i hope we can all return to the temple together often!
ps. ur pics are GEORGEOUS!!
Nice Jos....Make me cry! I am so grateful that you INLCUDED us in your special day! It was not at all an inconvenience and we were more than excited to be there with you!!! It was such a special feeling and day to be in the Temple with ALL my bros and sisters and parents! I am SOOOO glad to have you part of our eternal family! Couldn't have asked for anyone better for Seth!
You have summed up perfectly what we are all about!
The work that we do in the temple is all about making "eternal families" and the work outside the temple is all about keeping those families together!
What a special wonderful day and thanks to each of you for being there and being WORTHY to be there!
Love you!!!
Thanks for sharing your day with us! I loved being there with you...I went through with my grandma at my side, too! Special! We are really blessed aren't we?! We love you both and are so excited for you! ((And the pics turned out just amazing!!! I'm jealous--I wish I had such beautiful shots!!)
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