Thoughts of Grandpa Web

Today as we pulled into the beautiful landscape of Hebgen Lake and the Madison River valley my thoughts were turned to Grandpa who loved this place more then anywhere else. There were many stories told about this place and his love for the river and for the many birds that live in this part of the country. We just lost Grandpa and he will be dearly missed by all of us. I can only imagine the great adventure he is on now, as he liked to call it, and all that he is seeing. You will always be with us and each time I pass this part of Montana I will think of you.

So grown up

Zach has hit that age where its not cool to have pictures taken and since mom is never far from her camera, he had tried to figure out ways to stop it from happening. I love these pictures because they capture Zach in his true form. I love this kid.

FEARLESS AND FREE

Gavin did not care for one minute how cold the water was. He was determined to get his suit on and go for a swim. He was the first one to launch off the log and cannon ball into the water. His proud mom cheered him on with camera in hand. You can see how cold the water was.. look at that face! It didn't stop him from going again and again and when we got back home he asked when we can go again. GO GAVIN!

Nice Day for a Swim

My brave little boys were so thrilled to be able to go swimming in the Lake even though it was freezing. We had to laugh when we made Maggie swim around because we knew she didn't want to just jump in the frigid water but we had to see that she could swim. Needless to say, she swam great and as fast as she could to the shore. Aaron pulled a big log out into the lake for a makeshift boat and it suited them just fine, when they could stay on it of course!

Hebgen Lake

The Billings Montana Temple

We started the day early and I was anticipating seeing my new temple for the first time. It is perched below rock cliffs on the outskirts of the city and is surrounded by beautiful flowers. What a wonderful sight to see a temple again. Only a couple more years and I will be taking Zach to do baptisms for the dead. I cannot wait! And neither can he.

A place of Peace and Rest

This is the view of the back of the temple and the stained glass windows are where the celestial room is located. What a beautiful and peaceful room. As you enter you are immediately drawn to the window seats and can see reflections on the carpet floor of colors reflecting off of the enormous glass chandelier which hangs high above the room. This was my first experience of a new and smaller temple and I realize that no matter which of the Lord's houses you are in, the spirit is with you. What a blessing to do the Lord's work.