I had a wonderful time in Oakley, as I stated before, but I failed to express all my feelings about being there. I never spent much time with the Hale side of my family while growing up and that's something that I now regret. I was lucky enough to stay with Alan and Lynette for a few nights. I love the feeling in their home. While be around their family, I got to see a different side of the Alan Hale family and Alan himself. I'd have to say that Lynette is one lucky lady to have that man as her eternal companion. He sure seems to be a great guy, wonderful husband, and a fun dad.
I also worried about being around all my new "cousin-in-laws" during that weekend. When you have so much fun with your cousins, you worry about who they'll marry and if they'll become BORING! (he he) BUT! I am very happy to say that I LOVE who my cousins have decided to marry. Every girl fits perfectly in the Hale family and I'm so happy to have them be part of my life now.
The last thing I am so grateful for, when it comes to visiting Oakley, is seeing the happy marriages between my aunts and uncles and cousins. I have realized how badly I want to have a happy temple marriage to a great Mormon guy who will give my daughter and I the best life possible. Being a single mom is beyond difficult and knowing that someday, I'll get to marry someone hopefully like my cousins, makes me look to the future with high hopes!
Thank you to all my male cousins who let me run around with you while growing up. You're all my heroes!
You're RIGHT--I AM one lucky lady to have Alan. The best I could ever wish for you is that someday you might find someone like him.
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