Saturday, April 16, 2016

After Crater Lake we drove to Medford to see the LDS Temple there. The wind had died down and the temperature was nice as we strolled around the temple grounds.


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Announcement:  15 March 1999
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication:  20 May 1999 by D. Lee Tobler
Public Open House:  24–31 March 2000
Dedication:  16 April 2000 by James E. Faust

Site:  2 acres.
Exterior Finish:  Gray granite quarried from Mount Airy, North Carolina.
Ordinance Rooms:  Two ordinance rooms (two-stage progressive) and two sealing.
Total Floor Area:  10,700 square feet.

Temple Facts
The Medford Oregon Temple was the second temple built in Oregon.

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Friday, April 15, 2016

We also visited Crater Lake National Park. Though 90% of the park is closed this time of year we were able to climb a ramp onto the 15+ feet of snow and see the lake. Near the edge of the crater the wind was blowing at 45+ miles per hour with gusts higher. The kids were well away from that wind just to stand and take a picture.

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We visited Lava Beds National Monument just across the border in Californina. The light was bad for pictures and it was in the low 40s and windy, but the kids (especially Andrew, not so much for Aaron...) loved going in the caves!


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Thursday, April 14, 2016

Spring Break trip to Oregon/California March 25 - 29 , 2016
First night in Klamath Falls Oregon the hotel had an indoor pool!

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Saturday, April 9, 2016

God sent His Son to take the punishment

 For all the thoughtless, sinful things we do;

 Jesus gave his life because He loves us; 

His love is boundless, sweet, forever true. 

On Easter morn He showed He is our Savior; 

His resurrection proves He is our Lord. 

That is why we tell you, "Happy Easter!" 

He secured our heavenly reward!

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Friday, April 8, 2016

He Is Ten!

On your special day I wish you strength and determination to achieve all your goals and touch the stars! Have a brilliant birthday, Andy! We love you!

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