On Tuesday, August 18th, Ethan went to the Timpanogos Temple. This was his first time going into the main part of the temple other than going there to do baptisms for the dead. I got to go through and be an "escort" for him. We went to the 12:30 session, so we were done about 3:00 where Lexi was waiting for Ethan afterwards. Sitting through the session with Ethan, knowing the importance and significance of temple work, really was a neat feeling. The gospel of Jesus Christ allows us to live together forever as a family. If we keep the commandments, we don't have to spend eternity alone. We can have those closest and dearest to us by our side. Isn't that cool. Today was a great step toward realizing that optimal goal. It felt good to be there with my son of whom I have hopefully had a good influence over these last 19 years. It was wonderful having my dad there as well who escorted me through the temple the first time I went. I got my endowments out in the Washington, DC Temple. I remember Donald being there and my parents. Ethan definitely looks happy in the pictures, of course, maybe it was the sun shining brightly into our eyes at the hottest and brightest time of the day. Even with the sunshine, I just felt a warm and happy glow coming from Ethan. It was neat to see him try and wear the temple robes and clothing for the first time. And then, of course, to stand in the Celestial Room with him, Nichole and my parents. It was a sweet feeling. I'm so glad I was able to be a part of this special day for Ethan. He is a great son!
It really was a special day. What a wonderful, peaceful feeling comes over you as you look at your child making special covenants with Heavenly Father and learning even more about the "plan" He designed for us. It was the most beautiful day!
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