Wedding in Arizona

Our nephew, Derek, was married a few days after Christmas in the Mesa Arizona temple. It was a whirlwind trip (48 hours). The weather was on the cool side but sunny. The sealing was so wonderful - the Spirit was strong. And it was fun to hang out with family even for such a short time.

Roark and Rebecca's family. Not pictured are Elaine and Chad, both currently serving missions.

 The kids and I outside the temple.

 Cute baby!

 Really cute baby!

 Esther was having a blast playing with cousins!

 Shalayne, Brandon and Mindy's third daughter, with her beau.

Nathan and Esther with cousins Emi and Mason (he's their cousin's oldest boy).

 Rebecca entering the luncheon area where we had a ring ceremony. More than a ring exchange, they shared with everyone how they felt about each other. It was very sweet.

The father of the bride handing his daughter off to her new husband!

 

The kids dancing it up at the reception!

 The entire first floor of the museum was open during the reception.

 He was so happy even though it was so late and he was so tired!