I Love to See the Temple

We took our kids out of school one day during the last week in January so we could go to the Rexburg Temple Open House. This is when visitors of all ages and religions can take tours of the Temple before it is dedicated. The beauty of the temple was breathtaking! It was a beautiful and cold day in Rexburg (it always is cold there this time year).

I remember when I was about 10 years old, my parents took us to the Manti Temple Open House. It was originally built in the late 1800's. Later, it was renevated and rededicated in 1985. I only remember two things about that day. I remember waiting in a really long line and I remember when we went into the celestial room, my mom whispered in my ear, "This is the closest place to heaven on earth." When we took our kids last month, I told them the same thing.

I hope my kids had a good experience. We didn't have to wait in a long line so that should help. I hope my kids remember the feelings they felt and the reverent atmosphere in the Temple. I hope they want to return again someday.