DC Wanderings

We have had a blast wandering around the city. We couldn't have asked for a better location and situation. It has been a blast to explore the city together and discover a new city. 

A Few Firsts

We had a lot of firsts within the first week of being married. 

Our first flight together. It was nice to have someone to fall asleep on. Husbands are great!The flight out to DC was great and we were super excited to start out this new adventure together. 

We had our first birthday together. We found an Italian restaurant here in the city which was fabulous. 

We got individual mini cheesecakes to celebrate. So good! 

The Best Day So Far

I have never really been good at expressing my feelings and I cannot even begin to imagine how to express all the feelings that I experienced on the day of my wedding; excitement, nervousness, joy, peacefulness, stress, understanding, anxiety, spiritually up lifted, grateful, and so much more. Since my words won't do much, I just wanted to share some of my favorite pictures.

The Lind Family

The Christensen Family

These girls are my favorite! 

We truly missed Hannah but she's doing an amazing work! 

Pre-Wedding Adventures

I had almost three weeks to fill after school ended and the wedding. As they always have, Corie and Matt opened their home to me. Not only did they allow me to sleep in their house, eat their food, and play with their kids, Corie was an INCREDIBLE help getting things ready for the wedding. While in Logan, I hadn't really gotten into the whole wedding planning. I didn't have any family around to get excited with. Corie was outstanding and put up with so much. Sisters are amazing! 

My days were filled with LOTS of coloring. 

With all the stores we went to, the girls always knew how to make it fun. 

Life wouldn't be complete without the occasional doughnut run. 

After a little while with the Hawks, I had the privilege of going down to Texas to help Carter and his family with the big move. They are moving from Southern Texas to Nevada and starting a whole new adventure. 

Carson Mark was born just a week before I got there. He is an absolute doll and was a joy to have. 

What beautiful kids! 

The night before the big move, Carter and Stephanie held a family council. It was the greatest thing. Each child was involved and they discussed the next few days and each person's responsibilities. I am so grateful for their example of a righteous family. There is an incredible spirit in their home and I know that it will follow them to wherever they move.