"Remember, no man is a failure who has friends. "
- It's a Wonderful Life -

"The best way out is always through."
- Robert Frost -

"A life making mistakes is not only more honorable but more useful than a life spent in doing nothing."
- George Bernard Shaw -

"A smooth sea has never made a skilled mariner."
- English proverb -

The Jordan River Temple is a beautiful place. We have met many amazing people who have helped us and given us advice about life and insights on scriptures and more importantly, our Father in Heaven's plan for us. We thank Tom and TediAnn Wilson, Mike Welker, Jon and Cheryl Hodson for everything they've helped us with in life. We look up to your example and apply your teachings in our life. Our calling as Temple Ordinance Workers has been a great blessing in our life, as we learn the ordinances and apply those teachings in our home. Our home has been like heaven on earth. We are sad to leave this wonderful group of people and will always cherish our memories, for "God gave us memories, that we might have June roses in the December of our lives". You will always remain with us, even into the eternities.

Today I want to write about my sweet wife. I want her to know that she means the world to me, and that I love her. Justine, I am so glad you came into my life. You've brought much joy and happiness. I have chosen you and I love my Choice. Who knows where I might be without you. Kiara and I have both been greatly blessed because of your amazing spirit, love, kindness and motherly-like personality. You are the strength of our family. You light up our home with your radiant smile coupled with your beautiful eyes. I know that our kids will have the greatest mother in the universe. Thank you for being you. My Wish for you....



"I hope the days come easy and the moments pass slow,

And each road leads you where you wanna go,
And if you're faced with a choice, and you have to choose,
I hope you choose the one that means the most to you.
And if one door opens to another door closed,
I hope you keep on walkin' till you find the window,
If it's cold outside, show the world the warmth of your smile.
But more than anything, more than anything...

My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold,
And while you're out there getting where you're getting to,
I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too,
Yeah, this, is my wish.

I hope you never look back, but you never forget,
All the ones who love you, in the place you left,
I hope you always forgive, and you never regret,
And you help somebody every chance you get,
Oh, you find God's grace, in every mistake,
And always give more than you take.
But More than anything, yeah, more than anything...

My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold,
And while you're out there getting where you're getting to,
I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too,
Yeah, this, is my wish. Yeah.

My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold,
And while you're out there getting where you're getting to,
I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too,
Yeah, this, is my wish."

- My Wish by Rascal Flatts

“The time has come for us to stand a little taller, to lift our eyes and stretch our minds to a greater comprehension and understanding of the grand millennial mission of this, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.”

- Gordon B. Hinckley

“Choose your love; love your choice.”

- Thomas S. Monson