We just got back from my brother's wedding in Salt Lake. It was a wonderful experience to be with family for the weekend, and to see the lovely couple get married. There is something magical about little brothers being able to grow up and find someone to love them. Elias was cracking jokes the whole time as usual, and he and his new wife looked beautiful and elegant all dressed up.
The kids had a great time in Utah and were good in the car, at bedtime, plus they were healthy in general and not teething, so I love and appreciate them all the more. They were big fans of the ice cream catered at the reception, and loved exploring new places and playing with grandparents. My Grandpa Doty spent hours throwing a ball around with the boys and keeping the peace during set up and picture times which was an amazing and beautiful thing and made it possible for John and I to help and not to stress too much about keeping the boys clean, alive, and from destroying table decorations.
My sister Becca is going on a mission to Texas-I know- now that we have moved back from Texas! And so it was fun to see her this weekend and for her to go to the temple for the first time on Friday. It was a special day, and the Salt Lake temple was so beautiful and amazing. John and I had never been to an endowment session in the Salt Lake temple before so it was a special experience for us as well. The painting, architecture, hand-carved woodwork, and stained glass windows were awe-inspiring. We took a little tour and saw some newly renovated rooms, stained glass windows and beautiful staircases. It was special to share the day with family including my parents and grandparents, in the place where they were all married, and we're so excited for Rebecca.
I was super tired the whole time and we got up later than we anticipated each morning, but everything still worked out. We got to stay with my sister Karyann at her mother-in-law's house which was perfect. The boys were so happy to see their only Doty cousin, Elsie. Instead of being surprised by how big she is getting, it was surprising how little she is! She's a cute dinky thing, and probably the same size as when we saw her at Christmastime. It was hard for us to leave the last day, but we finally set off and made it in one day, with only John driving the whole way. He's a strong manly man. Everywhere we go people (especially our grandmothers) compliment John on what a great family-man he is, and how good he takes care of the kids. This trip was no exception, and I am so glad to be married to him. Love you, my John-man.
I hope your weekend was pleasant too,
Love,
Paige
The kids had a great time in Utah and were good in the car, at bedtime, plus they were healthy in general and not teething, so I love and appreciate them all the more. They were big fans of the ice cream catered at the reception, and loved exploring new places and playing with grandparents. My Grandpa Doty spent hours throwing a ball around with the boys and keeping the peace during set up and picture times which was an amazing and beautiful thing and made it possible for John and I to help and not to stress too much about keeping the boys clean, alive, and from destroying table decorations.
My sister Becca is going on a mission to Texas-I know- now that we have moved back from Texas! And so it was fun to see her this weekend and for her to go to the temple for the first time on Friday. It was a special day, and the Salt Lake temple was so beautiful and amazing. John and I had never been to an endowment session in the Salt Lake temple before so it was a special experience for us as well. The painting, architecture, hand-carved woodwork, and stained glass windows were awe-inspiring. We took a little tour and saw some newly renovated rooms, stained glass windows and beautiful staircases. It was special to share the day with family including my parents and grandparents, in the place where they were all married, and we're so excited for Rebecca.
I was super tired the whole time and we got up later than we anticipated each morning, but everything still worked out. We got to stay with my sister Karyann at her mother-in-law's house which was perfect. The boys were so happy to see their only Doty cousin, Elsie. Instead of being surprised by how big she is getting, it was surprising how little she is! She's a cute dinky thing, and probably the same size as when we saw her at Christmastime. It was hard for us to leave the last day, but we finally set off and made it in one day, with only John driving the whole way. He's a strong manly man. Everywhere we go people (especially our grandmothers) compliment John on what a great family-man he is, and how good he takes care of the kids. This trip was no exception, and I am so glad to be married to him. Love you, my John-man.
I hope your weekend was pleasant too,
Love,
Paige
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