Get Me Out of the House!!!

The kids have been sick for the past week or so. It has not been pleasant. They have all had some weird virus. It starts with a sore throat, then a fever, and then a rash and huge sores in their mouths. Needless to say, we have been stuck in the house for days . . .
We couldn't go to church today because Connor (the last one to get it) had a fever last night, and he was still in a lot of pain today. So . . . I was trying to figure out a way for us all to GET OUT OF THE HOUSE!! Wes suggested since it's Sunday I should take the kids around and look at the temples.
We did, and it was a blast!! I printed off some facts about temples and a few little things about each of the three temples we wanted to see, packed some snacks, and we were off!We went to the south end of the valley since there are three temples within a few miles of each other. First we went to the Oquirrh Mountain Temple. Gorgeous!!! I love this temple because it is the one we usually go to for a session since my sister lives right by it. I've had a few cousins get married there, and it is just beautiful. I love the view, and the kids were awe-struck by how big it is when they got up close to it.
These pictures aren't that great. It was a little cold, and I had a hard time keeping the kids focused. I think they were excited to be out! We had fun, and the kids learned a lot about temples and loved seeing them up close (even though the gates were closed).Next we went to the Jordan River Temple. I didn't realize this temple was dedicated in 1981. The kids thought that was really cool. Bradley thought it was crazy that Wes was only 3 and I wasn't even born then. :)This little munchkin was especially excited to be out in the open with space to RUN!!!!!I think all of the kids really enjoyed the Draper Temple.It is a fun drive up in the foothills, and the temple grounds were much more open. There was even another family there eating lunch.
Connor really wasn't feeling well, but he was a good sport.I love this picture. Bradley started out a little grumpy about the whole thing, but he has been talking about temples and asking questions all day. He even told me before they went to bed that this was a "really great day."
Bradley was really excited that the Draper Temple is made from granite.He has been telling me all day that granite is one of the strongest rocks. I researched it a little after we got home and found out they shipped in white granite from China to build this temple.I am so glad Wes gave us this idea. It was a such a wonderful experience for me and for all the kids - not only to get out of the house, but to feel the spirit of the temples.