Moving Day!

Our family has now added one more adventure of "did that...probably don't want to do it again...but probably will have to someday" list. We MOVED! Not too far but far enough that we went through our stuff several times and threw out a ton of stuff! No kidding. It was a TON of stuff that went to DI or to the dump. So goes life in a move.

We upgraded to a 3 bedroom townhome with a two car garage and space! The kids have turned the third bedroom into a playroom! Which means, I don't have to share my nice living room with the kids' toys anymore. Of course, there will always be toys sneaking out of that room, but at least when they do...they can't argue with me when I say the toys are now mine.

John and Kelsey have partially claimed the basement as their driving range for their "motorcycles." They take great pleasure in driving their three wheelers into the garage and back into the basement family room. I don't mind so much seeing the basement is unfinished and dusty. As soon as it's finished, bikes, trikes and all other outside toys will remain outside!

Anyway, here are some pics to help you see the mess we're living in. We'll send pics of the house once it's put together and is something to actually show. We moved everything...including the kitchen sink.

Alex and Michelle's Wedding

For those that do not know this couple, you can choose for yourself whether or not you want to read this post. Most of the guys will move on and not pay much attention unless they know Alex Tweed or Michelle (formerly, Jensen) Tweed. However, I think that if I were to put up a few pictures from the wedding I can get the females who visit this blog to stay on a little longer.

Saturday was a fantastic day for a wedding. The day was blessed with beautiful sunshiny weather, a nice breeze to help against the hot and very much humid day, and all the family one could hope for. All of the Tweed siblings and most of their families were able to make it to the temple. We had to excuse Mike as he got a pretty bad case of sun poisoning from our day at the beach the day before.

The sealing inside the temple was beautiful. The Spirit was so thick it was darn near tangible. I was quickly reminded of my own sealing to my beautiful companion not so many years ago. There truly is a blessing in having the Gospel in our lives and having the keys of the priesthood restored to the earth to perform the sealing ordinances that take place in temples around the world uniting families together throughout the eternities.

The kids did really well, from what I hear. While those who were in the temple for the sealing were occupied, Michelle's sister Stephanie took the kids over to a nearby stake center. I can't thank her enough for all she did to help us with the kids--as well as Michelle's other family members who opened their home to us and allowed us to have a wonderful and memorable visit.

After taking pictures in the 94+ degree weather we headed over to IHOP for the wedding lunch. This is a testament to the wonderful down-to-earth nature of Alex and Michelle. We had a great time visiting with friends and family while enjoying some wonderful service and food. There was even a gentleman who came in to make balloon animals for the kids.

We all went back to our respective hotels to rest up for the reception that night. I'd say more, but really I think I've talked enough. These pictures and this video should suffice. Hehe! Welcome to the Marine Corps, Mrs. Tweed!