The kids and I were able to attend the Draper Temple open house on Wednesday. I knew it was going on, but it didn't occur to me to take them until last Sunday. I sometimes don't even consider activities because they seem out of my capabilities. When I looked at the reservation schedule, I realized Nate would not be able to go with us. I knew it wouldn't be easy, but I had to give my kids this opportunity. I'm glad I did. It was really nice to be able to show them the beautiful rooms and tell them what they are for. I think they liked the Bride's Room the best. As we walked through the men's locker room, Rhon said, "This isn't as pretty as the Bride's Room." They were thrilled with the mirrors in the Sealing Room. I kept lifting them up one at a time so they could see themselves forever. I remember going through the San Diego Temple as a kid and being glad for the experience. I hope they can remember it. They were so good. Even Dare. EVEN MADS. G, not so much. But I did go at his nap time. Luckily we just kept moving, and didn't give him time to get too bored. But you know how they say it is a silent tour? Not with my clan! G was kind of loud. I'm just glad he didn't puke on one of the super nice white chairs. (Or carpet, or couch, or curtains, etc.)
Here we are at the church having cookies. We dubbed this the "Cookie Room".
This was as close as I could get to getting all 5 of them in the picture. As you can imagine, G did not want to sit still. Especially after not being able to run around for the last hour or so.
These crack me up. The four all giving me fake smiles, and G playing in the dirt.
P.S. I called Aspen before we left to ask about the possibility of strollers. Aspen didn't think I could bring one. Then Aspen texted back and said that she would take G for me. That was so nice of Aspen. I seriously contemplated it before telling Aspen no thanks. You rock Aspen!
That is 6 times!!!
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It totally gave me chills when I read about you lifting your kids up to see the mirrors in the sealing rooms. all the hassle we go through in effort to help our kids know God is so worth it. I would love to go to a temple open house with my kids. Its an awesome opportunity.
You are such a great/brave mom! You're kids will always remember this. I love the pictures with the baby crawling away! Great pics!
p.s. We went with my cousin who took a stroller, which has its advantages because you get to take the elevator up, and butt in front of all the people waiting on the stairs. So I am totally going to take one to the District open house :)
I so should have thought of flying up there and doing that with my kids. I need to. The temple is beautiful on the outside! :)
Your kids are hilarious!
You are one brave woman.
I'm really digging you playlist.
This is going to date me but I think I was about BA's age when I went through the JR River Temple open house. Your kids will remember (G, not so much :)). Good for you for taking them on your own.
I can't wait to take my kids through when they finish the temple out here....but they have to start it first.
Wow Amanda. Six times. Amazing. Simply amazing. I am honored. Truly.
If I had known that Nate wasn't coming with you I would have pushed harded to have G stay. You are supermom!
You are such an amazing mom!!
I am so glad you had the chance to go and you were so brave to take everyone by yourself! Too bad I wasn't your "Bus Usher!" You should have stopped by, we are really just north of the Temple.
Lisanne
No stroller? Wow you are brave! It was beautiful,awesome and so worth it though wasn't it?
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