Draper Temple Open House

I had the opportunity to attend the Open House of the Draper Utah Temple this morning with my family. For those of you unfamiliar with LDS Temples, normally only adults who have confirmed that they are trying to live up to God's commandments (by way of an interview with your local ecclesiastical leader) are allowed to enter the temple, but when a new one is built they offer the opportunity for the public to walk through the building before it is dedicated. I believe this was the first time my children had the opportunity to do this, and see what the inside of the temple looks like. It was a very beautiful building and a good reminder that my family is the most important thing in this world, or the next. I was reminded of this in two different ways: one, I was there with my family, taking time from my schedule to spend it with my wife and kids (and mother-in-law); and two, because the nature of the temple work is all about helping families be sealed together in eternity. It was a good experience (yet, the kids managed to fight in the car on the way home anyway). Here's a link with more information about the temple (that's where I stole the picture from): http://www.ldschurchtemples.com/draper/. The open house runs until mid-March, I believe; and I would highly encourage anyone who can go to do so. Tickets are available online (or through your ward usually).