We usually like to take the kids to see the temple lights the first FHE in December but we couldn't work it out this year and hadn't gone yet. So I was glad when my former YW leader, Jacki, told me that she was planning on going with Jen (Clark) Edwards and her family and wanted me to come and surprise her. Unfortunately, things didn't work out how we planned. Jon and the boys were singing Christmas carols at an Elder Care home with the scouts, so we got a late start to the temple. I couldn't find Jacki's cell number so we were just trying to find them the old fashioned way and the place was packed. After an hour of walking around the grounds looking for them the girls had had it. They were cold, tired, and cranky so we had to get them home to their beds. Bummer. After we'd left, I discovered Jacki had texted me but I must not have heard it because it was so noisy. Sorry to have missed my friends, but we're glad we got the kids out to see the lights- they always enjoy it and recognize a special feeling on the temple grounds. The traditional hot cocoa afterwards is always fun, too!
This picture was taken by Shazer.
We truly did miss you, but I am so glad for your efforts, and glad you were able to enjoy some family time at the Temple, too!
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