Such bittersweet feelings fill my heart as we prepare to say goodbye to beautiful beloved Nauvoo....
Sadness at leaving dear celestial people, gratitude for the blessings of having served here, a deeper reverence for temple covenants and blessings, happy memories of doing so many fun things, appreciation and awe for what I’ve learned about the early saints, and of course a greater love for Heavenly Father for giving us this privilege. For me it was never a sacrifice- always a blessing and a joy. Today I spent my last day in the temple trying to permanently impress upon my mind every beautiful thing - the spiral staircase from basement to 5th floor, the beautiful artwork and lovely murals, the windows and chandeliers, the many symbolic stars and sun stones inside and out, the pioneer style carpets and furniture. But beyond all that it was a joy to be able to do all the ordinances one last time here. The Nauvoo Temple is filled with the spirit of the pioneer saints as well as the Lord. I’ll remember it always.
Sadness at leaving dear celestial people, gratitude for the blessings of having served here, a deeper reverence for temple covenants and blessings, happy memories of doing so many fun things, appreciation and awe for what I’ve learned about the early saints, and of course a greater love for Heavenly Father for giving us this privilege. For me it was never a sacrifice- always a blessing and a joy. Today I spent my last day in the temple trying to permanently impress upon my mind every beautiful thing - the spiral staircase from basement to 5th floor, the beautiful artwork and lovely murals, the windows and chandeliers, the many symbolic stars and sun stones inside and out, the pioneer style carpets and furniture. But beyond all that it was a joy to be able to do all the ordinances one last time here. The Nauvoo Temple is filled with the spirit of the pioneer saints as well as the Lord. I’ll remember it always.
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