Finally!

Today is a big day for McKinley. She finally, and I do mean finally turned Twelve. She can finally go to Young Womens, she can finally wear make-up, and she can finally go to the Temple.


And that is exactly what she did today. Before the light of day, McKinley and her dad headed up to the Temple. The computer cropped it, but you could see the moon in the top left corner.

She had a wonderful time at the temple, and then they headed to IHOP for some breakfast. Of course they sipped on hot cocoa.

I can't believe my oldest daughter is twelve. I still remember crying when Will brought her into my hospital room after she had been given her first bath. She looked so sweet and precious with the little pink bow in her hair. I am proud of the beautiful young woman she is becoming. Love you Kinley!

Get Away

This past weekend Will had to go down to St. George for work. My sweet mom watched the kids for us, so I tagged along. Will pretty much planned the weekend, so it was more of an adventurous weekend, than your typical "romantic" getaway.
We stayed at these amazing condo's that are super nice. (we mooch off my parents time share, and get bonus time so they are amazingly cheap too!!) They have a fishing pond just a few hundred yards from the condos. We fished to our hearts content and caught around 35 fish! Will won the prize for the biggest fish.

We also went shooting. I'm not so hot, but I did hit the target a few times. I can claim a couple of the dings in the target.

We also went to the Temple. It was a first for both of us to go to a session in the St. George Temple. It was BEAUTIFUL! We really enjoyed ourselves.

A highlight was visiting my Great Aunt and Uncle, Glenda and Bert. Bert is my Granddad's little brother. Being with them made me miss my Grandparents so much! I wasn't prepared for that. It was wonderful talking with them. They are amazing people!

Well, I start my second trimester tomorrow! I can't wait to start feeling better. It was great to get away with my sweetheart and take a break. It turned out to be a very adventurous AND romantic weekend. Thanks sweetie.