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Tuesday, February 7, 2012

SANTA!! SANTA!! And more SANTA!!

This was the 1st time we were able to go to Temple Square as a family. Madison has always wanted to go but we have either been sick or had other plans, so we were excited to finally go this year. Madison's favorite part was seeing the "Christus" and being able to hear Jesus speak. She was so quiet and was so excited to hear his voice. Such a wonderful experience to be able to share with my daughter.

Christmas Lights at Temple Square were spectacular as usual, we had a great time walking around the grounds of the temple and looking at the different nativities that were there. We sipped Hot Chocolate and snuggled in our blankets. What a great day!!

This was an interesting nativity that I really liked.

Madison really liked this nativity, she said it reminded her of Mulan.

I can't remember where this nativity was from but Madison was having a really good time.

This was a beautiful christmas tree that was inside the Joseph Smith memorial building. We went in to the restaurant there to have hot chocolate and a cinnamon roll. This tree reminds me so much of my Grandma Taylor!! Enjoy!!

This is what we had been waiting for all night!!

So beautiful!!

Mom's Little Getaway

I had the opportunity to attend the TAG Symposium for the Family Support Program for the Army National Guard in November. I was able to spend 2 days in an amazing hotel in Snowbird. What an amazing little getaway.

What an adventure. This is the 1st time in many years that I was able to get away on my own. So very much needed and appreciated. Mom really needed and little R & R.

Veterans Day 2011

We are so proud of our SOLDIER!! Sterling's name was added to the Veterans Memorial in Mapleton at the City Park this morning. We love you so much and are so proud of you!!