VALLEY OF THE TEMPLE MEMORIAL PARK

The Byodo-In Temple is a smaller-scale replica of a 950-year-old Byodo-in Temple, in Uji, Japan.
It took my breath away when I saw it. It is tucked away at the base of the Ko'olau Mountains and is stunning.
Inside the temple there is a 9 foot tall Buddha. Before you enter the temple, you ring a sacred bell.  They say ringing the bell will purify the mind of evil spirits and temptation and that it will bring you happiness, blessings, and a long life.   

LAIE, HAWAII TEMPLE

This is one of my favorite temples.  It is so beautiful and peaceful. 

I love meandering on the grounds - beautiful flowers, green foliage, amazing breeze and blue, blue skies. Gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous.

HERE AND THERE (DAY 7 OF 30)

{LDS Temple}

Here: The temple is a 45 minute drive from my house, which I am so thankful.
There: The temple is in another country. Steph travels to England, which is about a three hour drive. On that temple ground, there is also a Missionary Training Center, Accommodation Center, Distribution Center and Family History Center.
I love that tree archway. Seriously cool.

IT'S A GREAT DAY TO

celebrate our family being sealed in the temple 36 years ago....

Happy anniversary family of mine.

I love you!

PS - I totally remember that skirt - it was my fav....

IT'S OFFICIAL!

Meet Mrs. and Mr. Young.
It was a perfect day for a wedding...

It was a beautiful day.

My heart is full....

I HAD AN AMAZING MORNING

with my sister and family at the temple.
It was a morning of reverence, sacredness, peace, happiness and love....

I seriously have the best family.

I'm so happy...

ON THIS DAY IN 1974

my family was sealed together in the Provo, Utah temple...