Temple Square and Touring The Conference Center

 For Christmas you HAVE to go to Salt Lake to see the lights at Temple Square.  We went last year with a group of people from our ward and its was extremely busy and we felt very rushed and did NOT have the kind of holiday spirit we were hoping for.  We drove to Salt Lake one day so Matt could help his sister Mary with a drain at her work.  On our way home we decided to stop by Temple Square.  I was dreading it a little since last year was not the best experience for me.  I'm so glad we decided to go.  It was perfect and just what I was wishing for.  Before we even got to Temple Square several of the boys had to go to the bathroom so we went into the Conference Center.  Some of the workers asked us if we would like a tour.  They were more than happy to make it as short or long as the kids could stand it.  This tree was decorated with pioneer type decorations and pictures that depicted the story of the young men who carried hundreds of kids, women and men across a river in the middle of winter.  These young men sacrificed their lives ultimately by helping those in their company.  Zack was amazed that they would do this and wanted his picture taken next to one of the paintings.

 Bronson and Ryker wanting to get the show on the road!

 The Conference Center all dressed up for Christmas.  The boys (and me) were amazed at the size.

 Having a seat and pretending to watch a show.

 Posing for mom.

 After our tour we made our way across the street to the temple grounds.  There were not nearly as many people as the night we came last year and so we got to enjoy all the beauty and sights of Temple Square.

 Matt and I went on our first date to Temple Square on Dec. 22nd 1994!!  We were a little early this year, but the kids thought it was so cool when we told them.

 Beautiful!!

 Matthew "helping" Cooper get a closer look at the reflecting pool.  Aren't brothers the best?  :)

 Feeling very grateful to be here with my family.

We had a wonderful night.  The kids were great and we didn't loose anyone!  It wasn't freezing and we had a nice chat with some sister missionaries.  Great memories.