Day Seven - Shabbos
Activity:
Morning Temple Square - So this may be a little controversial, but this is a TR, not a halacha class. We woke up late, had lunch and then went to Temple Square which was only a block away from our Airbnb apartment. It really is a fascinating place with a lot to see. I especially love learning about other religions, their history and beliefs, so this was a real treat.
I prepped my sons about the religious side of the visit and how we view Mormonism and Christianity, etc. I'm quite open with them about what's out there and I thought this would be a good experience for them too.
We didn't need payment or ID so didn't need to carry anything. The museum had an automatic door so we just waited for someone else to go through first. Other than that we were able to walk around freely. They have a tons of young female missionaries from around the world that hang around and try to talk to you. Some of them were pretty Jesus pushy and some of them were more laid back. We had some fascinating conversations and learned a ton. The artwork is gorgeous.
Then we decided to take the tour. It is offered for free in any of 50 languages. It was interesting to learn the history of the buildings at first but then got too preachy about halfway through so we got uncomfortable and separated from the tour.
Lastly there was a recital of the Tabernacle Organ. That was one thing I had never heard. I thought it was going to be amazing but it was just OK. The world famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir was going to practice the next morning but we were heading out so couldn't watch.
Activity:
City Creek Center - An outdoor mall that's fun to walk through. They have toy stores that the kids liked to play it and all kinds of shops. Was a fun Shabbos afternoon activity.
That was Shabbos, we watched some Olympics on TV after havdala and then went to sleep. A lot to do tomorrow at Yellowstone!
