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Amy gets hitched!

I think Tiffani is the smarter sister between the two of us, and not because she is close to earning her PhD (though that is impressive, so proud of you!!!). She and John flew in the night before the wedding but we came in a few days before. I'm not saying that there was any ridiculous drama or anything, but it was a crazy week! Leading up to the big day the question that hung on everyone's lips was: "What is the weather forecast for Saturday?!!!" and it kept looking worse and worse as the week went on, not a good omen for the lovely garden event that was planned. Friday night erupted into a downpour as we came home from dinner and when we awoke to gray and drizzly weather outside, it only dampened our moods. As we drove to the Salt Lake Temple, it poured, and as we ran to the front desk, it continued to sprinkle and looked like it was set in its ways for the rest of the day. Despite the gloominess on the outside, the inside was lovely and the ceremony even lovelier. It was wonderful to see family and friends again in such a beautiful place. Amy and Kyle were so happy, and it was easy to be overwhelmed with joy in celebrating their moment. After the wedding, we entered the temple grounds to wait for the couple to come out and we started rubbing our eyes in disbelief. It was sunny and lovely, perfect weather for pictures at the temple and for an outdoor event that evening. It was a miracle!

Amy getting ready for the big day!

Susie, Alan, and Grandma waiting for the wedding couple.

Our sweet family at the temple!

A beautiful day to be married!

White peonies at the temple, Amy's wedding flower
When the couple came out, they looked radiant! Amy was such a beautiful bride and she had the most amazing smile. We are so excited for her and for Kyle! 









After pictures we joined the happy couple for a lovely luncheon at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. We had a great time relaxing for a moment and watching the cute movie that Amy put together about the couple's love story. It was a fun afternoon! 


Jeremy and Haley

Tiffani and Johnathan

Chris and I

Matt and Jere

Davin loved tapping his glass, signaling to the happy couple that it was time to kiss again.

Of course the big windows looking out over downtown SLC was a favorite! 




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