July 19, 2012
The best day of my life.
The day Brad and I were sealed for time and all eternity as husband and wife in the Birmingham, Alabama Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
I woke up early because all of the different emotions racing through my mind. However as I was getting ready I was at such ease. I had people I loved all around me and helping me have the most perfect day. My friend, Angie came over and did my hair. She did such a wonderful job and was such a trooper for doing it 2 days in a row.
Then we all packed into the car and headed to Birmingham. Talk about the longest drive of my life, it's only 2 and 1/2 hours but it felt like forever. Not only was I anxious but I couldn't even fall asleep to help the drive go by a little faster because I was afraid I would mess up my hair.
Once we got to the Temple we got ready to take our pictures. It was so hot outside. I'm talking upper 90's almost in the 100's. I'm in a long wedding dress, and Brad all dressed up in his tux. Man it was hot but the pictures turned out so great, so it was way worth it! I couldn't be more pleased with how our pictures turned out! My uncle did a beautiful job and worked so hard!
After pictures we got to sit in the waiting area for a little bit with our families. It was so great to have so much of my family there to show their love and support for Brad and I as we started this new journey. Then it was time to go and fill out all the paperwork. While in the dressing room the Temple Matron told me I was the calmest bride she had ever seen. Could she not see that I was freaking out inside? Seriously, I'm pretty sure I ran to the ladies room about 4 times in a 20 minute time frame.
Brad and I had the opportunity to sit together for a little bit before the ceremony started. As soon as I sat next to him all my nerves went away. We walked into the ceremony together and were surrounded by our closest loved ones. I was overwhelmed by the spirit and love that I felt throughout the whole thing not only from those who were there but also those who were there in spirit.
I am so grateful to have been married in the Temple. What a HUGE blessing. I love Brad so much and I'm so grateful that through the ordinances in the Temple I can be with him forever, even after death. Not many people can say that. I am so grateful for my parents example and for helping me get there! I was so blessed to have a few friends and lots of relatives take time out of their busy schedules to be all the way in Birmingham just for us! It was a beautiful day and one that I will always remember! :)
Stay tuned for reception day and honeymoon! :)
