From the snow to the sunshine

João and Summer are now in their honeymoon in California for a few days away from the cold of Rexburg, Idaho and enjoying the sunshine of the Coronado Island where they will find the widest expanse of sand of any beach in San Diego County, the beautiful San Diego Bay and within a few minutes the Sea World park to explore.

What a blessing it was to see them marry in the Salt Lake City Temple.

In just 3 weeks we saw both our sons marry and moving into another stage of their lives, beginning to build their own families. We wish João and Summer a happy and productive life.

Link: Photos of João and Summer Wedding

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