Amber's day at the Temple

Today Amber went through the Payson Temple for the first time. This was a big moment for all of us. In the temple, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints make covenants with our Savior and receive blessings that we consider sacred. Because of the sacred nature of the ordinances we do inside the temple, we don't discuss it outside the temple. Many people have imagined various unusual, untrue acts we do inside the temple, but I can tell you the temple is a place a refuge. It is an edifice of peace and serenity in a world of chaos and noise. It is where I feel closest to my Father in Heaven and his Son, Jesus Christ. It is where I receive inspiration and instruction. It is where I was married for time and all eternity. It is where I am reminded that I am a daughter of God. It is where I understand the importance of family and where my love for family grows. I felt honored that Amber asked me to escort her through the temple for the first time. It was a uniquely humbling experience. I am not Amber's biological mother. There must have been some sorrow on Amber's part that her biological mother is not in a position to be in her life for these moments; yet, Amber opened her heart to allow me to have this opportunity. I love Amber. She is one of the most happy, forgiving, open-minded individuals I know. She is a light in a world of darkness. She radiates sunshine wherever she goes. She is going to be an amazing missionary to the people of Spain. Jeff and I are so proud of her! Words can not describe how we felt to sit with her in the celestial room of the temple and see the woman she has become. We love you Amber!