We drove down to Vegas from Provo Wednesday night and got there around midnight. People told us we were crazy for "rushing" things, considering I (along with my little brother) was going through the temple Thursday afternoon. But there was really no other way with school and work! So we arrived in Vegas about midnight on Wednesday and got up the next morning to a million things to do. I had to go to the reception venue, had my hair trial, making sure I liked everything because at this point my mom and sisters had picked out a lot since I was in Utah for most of the planning. And they did A WONDERFUL job, and they always checked with me on things. But to toot my own horn, I was not that difficult to deal with. I just wanted to get married. I also wanted to spend time with my family because I hadn't been able to see everyone the night before. And I can never resist playing with one of my cute little nieces or nephews.
The time came when we got ready for the temple and were off, the day was cold and rainy. Which I was so sad about because it was Vegas. It was not suppose to rain, especially the day before I got married. But as long as it rained that night and not the next day I was fine. I was so lucky to be able to go through the temple with (almost) my entire family! Unfortunately Nate had to work and Jordan had to stay with the little baby. But it was so cool to have that first experience. And to have my little brother going through the temple for the first time with me made it that much better.
Afterwards we all went back to Trexton's house and devoured all the delicious food that his mom had prepared for us. (Chipotle style -my fave, mmmm)
The next morning was so nice to be able to relax and spend time with my family because our sealing was not until 2:00p.m., so I had time to get ready and also get nervous! But we finally got to the temple around 12:30.
My Grandpa Stephenson was able to seal me in the temple for time and all eternity to the LOVE of my life! It was such a surreal moment and I hope I'll be able to remember it forever. We came out of the temple and unfortunately it was rainy and FREEZING, so we got some pictures with the kids and family and ran around for about 20 minutes trying to snap every shot we could!
After the temple me and Trexton were starving, so what did we do? Straight to Chipotle. Scarfed it down and headed to our reception about 40 minutes later after relaxing for a bit with family!
The reception was everything I have ever wanted! I loved every flower and decoration in there. I was able to make a movie that played when everyone first walked in of pictures of me and Trexton :) and my uncle surprised me with a photo booth! It made everything that much better!! The wonderful DJ that got everyone dancing was awesome! I had such a good time and was able to enjoy myself with the love of my life! I was so happy to see everyone that came to support us on our first day of ETERNITY!
We danced to Crazy Girl by Eli Young Band
Which has been our song for as long a I can remember
Some of my best friends from Utah were able to make the drive down :)
I had to steal these pics off Facebook, I can't wait to get my own hopefully sometime soon!
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