Dave and I have known we would be married for a long time. Living in UT can be tough when you've been dating more than a few months and don't have a ring on your finger. As members of the LDS church, we abstain from many things - smoking, drinking, coffee, etc. Another thing we abstain from is pre-marital sex. This is something that is not easy as the world knows, but something that has been extremely important throughout our lives. So, as is custom of 'Mormon's', as we are called, most marry soon after they know they will be married. Hence, the pressure to get married. And believe me, we have been feeling the pressure. However, we wanted more time. As all know, marriage is a HUMONGOUS step in life. Neither of us have ever been married, and neither of us wanted to take this all-important step lightly. We have taken a lot of time getting to know one another and getting to be certain that this was right for both of us. Well, after all this time, we have figured out that marriage is right and we're ready for it!
Getting married in the temple is also a very important thing for us. For those of you that don't know about our church, we believe that life goes on after death. We believe that we will still progress after death, and we believe that families are eternal. The temple is a place where we take the first step to becoming an eternal family. You can learn more about temples here: http://lds.org/church/temples?lang=eng
I don't know what the future holds for Dave and I, but I have a hope of what it holds. I know that whatever happens, no matter how difficult, we have a loving Father in Heaven who is aware of us and wants us to be happy in life. This is a great comfort to me.
I am excited to begin my life with David D. He is my home.
8 comments:
I am so excited for you and Dave. I wish I knew him. You deserve the very best so I am glad you are getting it. Also, excited to see some little kiddos on this blog:)
YAY! I'm so happy for both of you. :)
Erin...thank you for this post. Really and truly it is a happy happy thing!! And thanks for your example and friendship. Mwah!!
Can't wait to see your beautiful face.
Happy congratulations my friend.
Congratulations Erin! What's your new last name going to be? Are you staying in Utah? I'm so excited for you. Being married is my favorite thing. I'm serious. I think if you wait until the right time, with no rushing and letting things happen naturally, it's going to be everyone's favorite thing. Have so much fun with all the parties, presents and honeymoons!!!! Such a great time in life :)
Great news - So excited for you Erin!
You "sweet" heart. I loved your declaration of engagement, and bearing of your testimony at the same time. You are amazing! AND, we are so happy for you and Dave. You are a beautiful couple and JOY is yours to be had...for eternity.
Thanks for sharing.
I love it!!
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