Draper Temple Open House

Yesterday, we got the chance to go to the Draper Temple Open House. It turned out to be the perfect day to go. This week has been wicked busy for Ashton with both school and work and so it was a nice chance for us to spend some time together and for him to take a break.

We had to park at a chapel nearby, and, after watching a short film, take the "green" bus to the Temple. The color was for us to be able to get back to the right chapel. It being Utah, there are plenty of chapels nearby. When we got up to the Temple, we got to walk through a maze of tents to a "secret" entrance. It sure seemed to be a secret entrance, because when we walked into the Temple, we were on the bottom level instead of the main level and since we were going through these tents, we couldn't see where we were going exactly. Ashton tried to peek out the seams, but it didn't look like he could see much. They were shut tight.

Once inside, we were both a little surprised to see most of the flooring covered so people wouldn't walk on the nice new carpet with their shoes. It made for a nice path to follow though as we walked through the building. I was finding walking straight and slow a little difficult though. The Temple, however, was beautiful, as all are. I'm always impressed by how unique the temples all are in their looks and style, while still having the same things. Of course, the Spirit was there and made the Temple that more beautiful and special.

I really enjoyed walking through the Temple and seeing the different rooms. It brought back memories of the Boston Temple Open House, getting to work during it for a few hours, and then getting a tour.

Of course, when we got to the Sealing Room, I was reminded of my wedding day. It was nice to sit in there for a few minutes and remember that special day in my life. I was touched as I looked in the mirrors and saw Ashton and I reflected infinitely. It's great to know that we're married for all of eternity.