Words cannot even begin to describe how perfectly amazing it was and is to be married to my best friend. The morning of the wedding was a daze to me, running errands, getting ready, and before I knew it I was standing outside of the temple with the love of my life. We waited nervously as we were guided  to where we needed to be. I felt the spirit strongly as we walked through the temple and were able to sit together in the Celestial Room. We had made it. We made it to the temple. My whole life I knew that I wanted to be married and sealed in the temple, though I could not imagine how great and fulfilling it would feel to work towards a temple marriage with Mark. I won't say that is was very easy, but I will be totally cliche in saying that it was worth it. I wouldn't trade our temple sealing for anything in the world because I know that our marriage will last for eternity. Something profound that Mark's grandpa said was, "The heavens are rejoicing because with this sealing today a new eternal family was created." I know that is true. I know that as we have children they will grow up knowing that our family will be together forever. 

       After we left the temple, our family was waiting for us outside. We then took pictures and a lot of people went to my grandma's house for a quick snack before heading to the reception. We wanted food but also wanted to be alone, so we called my sister to come bring us some food and we drove away and parked in the shade. We then headed down to the reception. The venue was gorgeous and reception went smoothly. 

      Since that day life has been pure bliss. Some may call me naive for saying so, but the last week and a half has really been filled with so much happiness. I am so grateful to have Mark in my life. He has changed me for the better and I love him with all of my heart. 

      Here's to a lifetime and eternity of laughter and joy with him!

T-minus 8 Days

Wow.
8 days until we embark on the greatest adventure life has to offer.
Marriage.
Starting and raising a family. Finishing school and starting our careers Living life everyday together- sharing all the good and hard times.
Its difficult for me to describe exactly how I feel with the wedding so close. I am scared, but really excited. Nervous, but confident and full of faith. Not sure if I am ready, but soo ready to move on and start our life together at the same time. Afraid of the unknown, but anxious to see where life takes us. Its the time of my life that I have always anticipated and silently planned out in my head. Yet, with the time I spent as a young girl thinking about a temple marriage and meeting my husband and what to name my kids, I didn't have the capacity to imagine how good and complete it really feels to find someone who loves you and who fits perfectly with you as if you were both prepared to meet each other.
From the beginning, Mark impressed me and continues to impress and amaze me every single day. Falling in love with him was and is easy, it comes naturally. He makes me laugh, smile, and he has a way of putting me at ease. I don't think he realizes how much I look up to him and rely on his strength. I am happy, happier than I thought possible with him by my side.