What it's all About

Yesterday was a memorable day for our family.  Our son Kyle was sealed in the Salt Lake Temple to his love and best friend, Megan.  As I sat in the temple, looking around at our family and dear friends there to share this time with us, I just kept thinking over and over again, "This is what it is all about.  This is why we do what we do.  This is what makes the tough times worth it."  As a new family unit was created today I felt so blessed to know of the Lord's Plan of Happiness and to have a testimony of its truthfulness.  I know that when we live according to God's plan we will find peace and joy in our lives.  Understanding his plan helps us through our trials.  Trusting in him and in his plan helps us to have a vision of the eternal scheme of things.  Families are ordained of God, and I am so excited as Kyle and Megan begin their journey together. 

Our younger children got to share in the day as Megan and Kyle came out of the temple and we greeted them for the first time as man and wife. They were positively beaming and love shone in their eyes.  We hugged and congratulated them and took lots of pictures. 
 
Our little man, David, looked so adorable in his big boy dress pants, white shirt and sweater, and of course, a bow tie, just like the big brothers.  The day was long for him and he enjoyed it for the most part.  At one point, pictures were no longer fun for him, so we didn't press the matter.  He is missing from a few shots.  He enjoyed the family dinner and listening to Kyle sing.  He even enjoyed the reception until the last little bit, perking up just in time to enjoy the sparklers and say goodbye to the couple.   By then he was exhausted!!!  He fell asleep almost the minute he was buckled in his car seat.  When we arrived home we transferred him straight to his bed.  It was close to midnight.  All we did was take off his shoes and cover him up with a blanket. 

In the morning, he awoke refreshed and ready for breakfast.  I looked at him and thought…wow, all I need to do is change his diaper and he is ready for church.  We hadn't even taken off his bowtie before we laid him down.  Good thing though.  Church started at 9am this morning so it was nice to have him dressed and ready.  I am pretty amazed that he made it through the entire wedding day staying as clean as he did, clean enough to wear those same clothes to church. 

Tonight….he is sleeping peacefully…….and wearing pajamas!!