Temple in Star Valley, WY.

Dear Family and Friends,
What an amazing weekend. We did not miss one message, although I will have to wait for the Ensign issue to read the talks given in the Priesthood session. There was not one talk that didn't bring a timely message.
Daryl must have truly loved the address byKazuhiko Yamashita about his love for the missionaries who served in Japan and who taught his family the gospel. What an inspiring talk for those who have any doubts about serving a mission.
When Pres. Monson announced a Temple to be built in Star Valley, WY and that he thought he would dedicate that one himself. I turned to Elder Olson and asked, "Do you think he is teasing?" Within less than a minute four of our children had called or texted a message asking if we had heard the announcement. Daryl's voice mail was filled with emotion.
I still am coming to grips with what was announced. For those who doubt the fulfilling of prophecy, this is another testament of a prophecy being fulfilled. Someone mentioned that we are actually looking at a few years, but the promise was made. I don't think we realize what an impact that will make on the Saints in the valley, but I suspect it will be a temple that has every seat filled in every session held.
We will get to know many of our close neighbors better, like those from Montpelier, Cokeville, Jackson and Kemmerer. Won't it be exciting for people traveling to Jackson and Yellowstone to see the Spire as they come into the valley.
The way he said it was just so amazing. I wrote notes for each talk and I want to read each and every one again and again. Is there any doubt about serving a mission or extending your call if asked to do so? Boyd K Packer's talk was filled with hope and guidance. I can remember him years ago talking to the youth and counseling them about choices.
President Utchdorf's talk about how much God loves each of us and how it doesn't matter our social status, where we live, or where we serve.
Ian S Ardern's comment about time never being for sale and how we should prioritize our choices.
I guess I could write something about each talk and how the spirit was so strong I hope we can all remember Carl B Cook's comment about "Looking up" How would you like to be in an elevator with Pres. Monson :o}
We may end up somewhere else before we return, but whatever happens we will look up and know that all will be well.
We love each of you and appreciate the comments that you take the time to write.
Elder & Sister Olson