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There are no words to express the emotion a parent goes through when their oldest son goes through the temple for the first time. I love our sons desire to serve the Lord at this time in his life.  I really can't believe he will be leaving on his mission in just two short weeks.  

There are a few moments that occur in life that as a mother you know will be treasured throughout all of eternity and this was one of those.  Our oldest son Nathan received his patriarchal blessing on Sunday, February 16, 2014.   He went to his bishop and scheduled an interview without me even knowing.  As a matter of fact, I didn't even know that this special appointment was scheduled until the day of.  This is pretty typical of Nathan.  He's extremely independent and does most things on his own.   A wave of emotion seemed to rush over me as he announced that later that evening he would be receiving this special blessing and requested that both his father and I be present. I was overcome with joy knowing that receiving inspired direction from the Lord at this very time in his life was a priority.  Although it is too sacred to freely share what personal counsel the Lord had for him, I will share some of the thoughts that ran through my mind as ...

Breeley was beaming when she was asked to give a talk in Primary.   Her topic was "Agency" She did a great job!  Also, she was chosen to be student of the month at school.   I'll add a picture of the poster she made to describe herself very soon.

As I walked by my front door early this morning this is what I saw... I turned right back around and headed to my room to grab my camera. I wanted to remember this moment forever. If these boys look like they just woke up, they did. They get up at the crack of dawn once a month and head to the temple to do proxy baptisms with their cousins. I love that they are so willing to serve. It warms my heart.