John is Married!!

On May 9, 2023, my nephew John was married to his sweetheart Annie. I had been debating for months whether or not I should or could attend. I wanted to be there to support him as I think supporting family is important, but I wasn't sure I could with my foot recovery. I was cleared with the dr to be able to walk on May 2nd, so I decided I needed to try and go. 

I got in late Saturday and went to hang out with my sisters. Sunday we went to church with my brothers family, sisters, and parents. Then I visited my friend Ashley. 

Monday we shopped and went to the Saratoga Springs temple open house which was beautiful, then we met for a wedding lunch with Coreys family, my siblings, and parents. 

We got some cold stone which is always delicious.

Tuesday was the big wedding day! John and Annie were married in the Provo City Center temple and it was a beautiful ceremony, temple, and weather day. 

They were so happy! 

I can't believe my oldest brother's child is old enough to be married!

The reception was beautiful and I got to see all my Aunts and Uncle's on my mom's side of the family which was nice. 

I was so glad that in just 3 months my siblings and I have been together twice in Utah. Once for a funeral and once for a wedding. It is not often that we get to be together. I don't see my brothers enough and I wish that were different, but I am grateful for the times when we are together and know that even if things aren't perfect that family is the most important thing in life. 

I flew home Wednesday but was able to catch up with a good friend Kristen before I left to the airport. I am grateful to have many good people in my life!

I am so glad I had the chance to go and Ragnar held down the fort while I attended and supported my brother and nephew. Family is a gift from God, even in its imperfection, I am eternally grateful for mine.