Temple Time...this time in Dallas,Texas

I declared this to be my most spiritual visit to a temple.  We had an adventure on toll roads where we didn't know where to pay and back roads that had overhanging branches that "tickled" us as we passed.  But, as usual, it was incredibly satisfying to complete an ordinance for someone who wanted it...for sure.  I just missed the 1 o'clock session, but several sisters asked if I wanted to do initiatory... and they were so excited when I replied, "I certainly did".  The love flowed...and I met Phyllis Stott from Louisiana.  She and her husband drove 3 hours to work in this temple...and more than loved doing it.  She completely broke down as she tried to help me in the new-name booth.  I wasn't sure what was happening, as she cried and apologized with, "This is so unlike me."  How wonderful it was to know Aunt Marie was there.

There is no finer destination on this earth than a Temple of our Lord.  I am extremely grateful for this day in Dallas.

Fabulous FHE on LDS Temples

We missed this recent FHE.  Que lastima!   Here's all 18 Grandkids at Dr. Phil's Home on Phillip's Street...ready to learn!

Here's a musical version of topics the lesson covered (for you to play).  If you're not familiar with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, FHE = Family Home Evening.  It's a wonderful (and essential) opportunity to teach one another The Gospel of Jesus Christ.   And oh how the world can benefit from His teachings right now.  Our only child not at this FHE is in Afghanistan.  Pray for our military.  The difficulty of their job is beyond most of our understandings.

Anni is giving the lesson to all of our children (except one) and their spouses and the 18 grandkids.  After the lesson we sing "Popcorn Popping on the Apricot Tree", pray, and then have TREATS. 

My darling sister, Cupcake (on the left) and my cute brother, Dewey (on the right) and gorgeous cousin Laura (in the very back) joined the lesson.

So why do we build temples?  And why do we visit so often?