Ella's First Temple Experience

On June 15, 2018 we took Ella to the LDS Houston, Texas temple for the first time to perform baptisms for the dead. We gathered 30 names and Ragnar, Ella, and I did 10 baptisms each. It was a beautiful summer morning and I was so grateful she has a desire to be righteous and be worthy to be in the Lord's home. 

This temple is special to us as it is the temple Ragnar and I got married in. It has been inoperable for 8 months due to Hurricane Harvey flooding. It reopened a couple weeks before her birthday and we were so excited! 

Ella is a kind hearted, loving girl who always wants to do what is right. She is smart and creative and it was a special day to be with her.

The kids came with us and stayed in the annex with my mom and sister while we did baptisms. They took a few pictures before we went in. 

Channing always loves a good picture! 

From silly to charming! That's our 3 year old! 

Cavin is a sweet kid. 

We are lucky to have these cute kids!

Family selfie!

Our eternal family! 

I was so grateful my mom and dad were able to participate with us. My dad helped confirm us and my mom came in for a little while and helped with my kids. It was neat to have them there with us. 

We loved our morning with Ella and hope she always has a desire to follow her Savior.