I love to see the Temple

One of Weston's favorite songs is "I love to see the Temple"

He especially likes when Jeff and I sing it together. I'll admit, it usually brings a tear to my eye. He loves talking about the temple and pointing out pictures of each one when he sees them.

So we definitely had to make a trip to see this one in person.

I can still remember the day my Grandparents first brought me to the San Diego Temple grounds. It was under construction then, but they told me what was being built there and how special it was. They told me that one day I would be able to go inside.

Four years later, when I was 12, the temple opened for viewing. I was so excited to be able to see it during the Open House. My parents, siblings, and I all went together to see this beautiful House of the Lord.
I was immediately impressed by the Spirit that was felt upon entering its doors. My mom pointed out the bride's room and told me that one day I would stand in that very room, as I prepared to be sealed to my husband for time and all eternity.

A few months later the Temple was dedicated. My mom, dad, Shar & I all went together to this most special of days. As we took our seats, some of us had to move because of space. I ended up sitting on the end of a row. (I have never liked the end of rows) My memories of the actual dedication are a little bit hazy. I remember songs were sung, the prayer was said, and most importantly--I felt the Spirit. So strongly.

As the Prophet and Apostles exited the main room, they passed through the room we were in. They all walked right down the aisle I was sitting beside. President Monson stopped, smiled at me, and shook my hand. I was surprised and so glad that I was sitting on the end.

It was sweet day, one that I will always cherish.

12 years later I was standing in the bridal room again. This time I was dressed in white and ready to be married to my sweet husband. I love every moment about that day, but most of all, I love that I was sealed to Jeff for eternity in the Temple of my childhood. Eternity is such a long time to learn, grow, and love together.

As Jeff and I showed Weston this most special of places, we realized it was the first time we had been back (to the San Diego Temple..we've been to others lots of times!) since we had been sealed there 3 1/2 years ago. What a beautiful moment it was to share with our two little boys.

I am grateful to have married someone who holds dear the values that are such an important part of my life. I am grateful to a loving Heavenly Father who gives us these amazing temples where we can make covenants that allow us to be together as a family ~ forever.

So, Weston, I am humbled and overjoyed that you 'love to see the Temple'.

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