The Twelve days of christmas tag!
1 Embarassing moment: What isn't embarrasing about me? I have lots of dumb moments, but I don't get too embarassed by them. I try to blow them off by being even dumber, if possible.
2 Best Friends: Mom, Marianne W
3 Things I buy regularly: Blimpie's turkey sub, Diet Coke (best from fountain), gas
4 Places I want to go: Australia, England, New York, San Diego (again)
5 goals for the upcoming year: get accepted to grad school; go to grad school; spend as much time as possible with neices; play the organ better in church (and not make faces when I mess up); make one new good friend
6 things people don't know about me: I hate wearing shoes (I'd rather go barefoot in the snow if it didn't mean losing toes); I would rather sleep 3-11 a.m. than the early to bed, early to rise; I'm not a huge fan of caramel; sherbet is better than ice cream; I would sleep on a couch every night if I could get away with it; I haven't been on a date in over 5 years
7things i would never say: I'm too skinny; I'm too short; my fingers are skinny; my hair does everything it's supposed to; I don't like children; Richard Gere is hot; I don't like to laugh
8things i love about christmas: watching my neices open their gifts; being with family; Christmas Eve traditions with the Mayes side; MoTab music; fun concerts with cute kids; getting Christmas cards and updates from friends and family; not having to work for a while; getting to order cute clothes for the neices and nephew
9things i say to my kids: since I don't have kids, I don't say much. The things I say most to my neices: let's read a book; settle down; no screaming; you make me tired; hey cutie; I love you; you're silly; did you comb your hair today?; do you need to go pottie?
10 things i do a lot: read, sleep, stare at my mom, watch TV, play with my neices, drive to and from work, pretend I have a boyfriend, think about the future or lack of one I have, blog, read blogs
11 things i would rather not live without: my family (there are over 11 of them, so I think that counts)
12 people i tag: Ug, I'd rather not. You can tag yourself if you'd like.
Monday, December 22, 2008
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
I Need a Bubble
So, I am sick again. One of the hazards of working in an elementary school where germs run rampant. My brother Mike suggested putting me in a bubble so I don't get sick any more. I agree. Anyone know where I could get one? A few requirements: must be able to take off when in need of a shower; not clausterphobic; smells pleasant; malliable; etc. I hadn't been sick in almost a whole month. That's a record since school started!
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Close to Perfect
Most days I get to teach first graders a word of the day. It usually has something to do with a book they are reading. Today the word was "perfect". I was trying to think of things that are perfect so they could have ideas for their journal pages. I told them my mom is perfect. One little girl piped up with, "No one is perfect." Another girl said, "But she's perfect for you". I agree. Mom, you are perfect for me.
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Eating Tips
HOLIDAY EATING TIPS
1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Christmas spirit. In fact,if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving chocolate balls.
2. Drink as much eggnog as you can - And quickly. It's rare. You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an eggnog-alcoholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it! Have one for me … Have two! It's later than you think. It's Christmas!
3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat.
4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission.
5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Christmas party is to eat other people's food for free. Lots of it. Hello?
6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog.
7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you're never going to see them again.
8. Same for pies. Apple, Pumpkin, Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or if you don't like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert? Labor Day?
9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some standards!
10. One final tip: If you don't feel terrible when you leave the party or get up from the table, you haven't been paying attention. Re-read tips: Start over, but hurry, January is just around the corner. Remember this motto to live by:
"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO!! What a ride!" Have a great holiday season!!!
1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Christmas spirit. In fact,if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving chocolate balls.
2. Drink as much eggnog as you can - And quickly. It's rare. You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an eggnog-alcoholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it! Have one for me … Have two! It's later than you think. It's Christmas!
3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat.
4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission.
5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Christmas party is to eat other people's food for free. Lots of it. Hello?
6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog.
7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you're never going to see them again.
8. Same for pies. Apple, Pumpkin, Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or if you don't like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert? Labor Day?
9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some standards!
10. One final tip: If you don't feel terrible when you leave the party or get up from the table, you haven't been paying attention. Re-read tips: Start over, but hurry, January is just around the corner. Remember this motto to live by:
"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO!! What a ride!" Have a great holiday season!!!
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Scary-Me a Piano Teacher
I started teaching piano lessons. It's only to one girl so far. It's still scary. I never thought I would be in this situation. I just hope that I meet her expectations and vice versa. It should be interesting!
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Giving Thanks
The other night I was thinking about the ladies in my ward who I look up to. I thought this would be a great place to give thanks to them. (no particular order of gratefulness)
-Shelly Reasch was a young women's leader for the latter part of my high school years. She taught me so much about patience (dealing with so much drama from us), unconditional love, a testimony of the gospel, and so much more. She truly helped me gain my own testimony.
-Kathy White is so humble. She always has a ready compliment to give, but I've noticed has a hard time taking them herself. :) If she is accompanying anyone fromt he piano, she makes them sound so much better than they ever possibly could on their own. She always has a hug and a smile for me.
-Marla Leithead is very willing to serve wherever needed. I mostly remember her being the pianist for for our ward's primary. She has the patience of Job, which I was reminded of a few weeks ago when I played in primary. Whenever I think of her the words "quiet reassurance" come to mind. She always has this way about her of being confident without overbearance.
-Karen Christiansen was also a young women's leader for a long time. I mostly remember her lessons being fun, yet spiritual. We had a large class and she always helped us feel the spirit.
There are so many more, but these are the ones that I am truly grateful for this year. Without them I wouldn't be the person I am today. So, thank you, ladies. I love you.
-Shelly Reasch was a young women's leader for the latter part of my high school years. She taught me so much about patience (dealing with so much drama from us), unconditional love, a testimony of the gospel, and so much more. She truly helped me gain my own testimony.
-Kathy White is so humble. She always has a ready compliment to give, but I've noticed has a hard time taking them herself. :) If she is accompanying anyone fromt he piano, she makes them sound so much better than they ever possibly could on their own. She always has a hug and a smile for me.
-Marla Leithead is very willing to serve wherever needed. I mostly remember her being the pianist for for our ward's primary. She has the patience of Job, which I was reminded of a few weeks ago when I played in primary. Whenever I think of her the words "quiet reassurance" come to mind. She always has this way about her of being confident without overbearance.
-Karen Christiansen was also a young women's leader for a long time. I mostly remember her lessons being fun, yet spiritual. We had a large class and she always helped us feel the spirit.
There are so many more, but these are the ones that I am truly grateful for this year. Without them I wouldn't be the person I am today. So, thank you, ladies. I love you.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Family
A few weekends ago we had the whole family home to take family pictures. Here are few of my favorites.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
I met Michael Phelps!
That's right. I met Michael Phelps! So, it was in a dream, but it still happened. In my dream I was working in the fabric store here in town during a remodel. He and a friend came in to use the computers that were available. In the dream, he told me about how he learned to pray and that he was excited to go to BYU-Idaho. Yup, it's all true. In my dream I remember thinking that I would have something to blog about, so here it is!
Sunday, November 9, 2008
This Is The Life
Bekah and Sariah
Whitney
One of the reasons I decided to move home this year was to play with my nieces more often. Yesterday, the 3 that live in the area were over for the majority of the day. It was a lot of fun. Here are some shots that I took to capture the memories. They all love the piano. They even were dancing around when I turned the demos on. It was fun.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
100 Things
Chelsey did this on her blog. Thought it would be fun to do. This is 100 things about me. If you read this the whole way through, you deserve chocolate ice cream. :)
1. I love fruit juice
2. but I hate the textures of most fruits
3. Favorite soda is Diet Mt. Dew, Code Red
4. but I'll take a Diet Coke any time, especially fountain on ice
5. I got addicted to Cod Red on my mission (a member family always gave it to us)
6. I never flew on a plane until I was 20
7. My fingernails peel off in layers
8. My hair never does what I want it to
9. I have the 4 cutest neices in the world
10. And the cutest nephew, with one on the way
11. My favorite thing to do is watch children play
12. Next favorite thing to do is sleep
13. If I ever have free time, I love to read
14. I probably read an average of 8 books a month
15. I've had over 50 roommates
16. Most of those were while I lived in Utah
17. I have lived in 3 states for the majority of my life: ID-6yrs; UT-6yrs; WY-18 yrs
18. I am a BYU baby
19. I have never left the country
20. Except on a ferry to an island in Canada, but I was only there for about 3 hours
21. It's hard for me to trust people enough to tell them my deepest thoughts and feelings
22. My mom doesn't even know my deepest thoughts and feelings, and she is the person I trust the most
23. I think I would FREAK out if a boy ever showed interest in me
24. I don't know how to be anything but a friend to guys
25. And even then, I don't really trust them to not hurt me
26. I think this stems from being a girl in a family largely made of guys
27. All of these guys I grew up with are excellent men, husbands, and fathers today
28. You think I would be able to trust better knowing that boys can change into good men
29. I hate scary movies
30. I loved Iron Man more than any other movie I saw this year
31. Which isn't saying much, because I think I only saw 3 or 4 new movies this year
32. I've worked for the LDS church for my whole working life
33. My favorite job was at BYU in the Registrar's Office
34. I made great friends there those 3 years
35. Men are easier to work for than women
36. I have quit 2 jobs because of cranky women bosses
37. Rexburg, ID is my 2nd home
38. I have owned 3 cars in my lifetime
39. I will never buy a brand-new car again, unless it is a Honda or Toyota
40. I've had my current car, a Toyota Corolla, for the longest (almost 5 years)
41. I have never been in the Atlantic Ocean
42. But I have been in the Pacific Ocean more times than I can remember
43. I love to visit Seattle
44. Especially Pike's Market downtown Seattle
45. I have gotten 2 tickets in my lifetime
46. One from speeding
47. The other from an accident
48. In high school I was pulled over because my friend Maria hung out the window to wave at her parents
49. Her parents were madder than mine
50. There's nothing like Mom's home cooking
51. I hate to cook and bake
52. Unless it is for someone else
53. I have very vivid dreams
54. I can usually remember them the next day
55. I should keep a journal of all of these crazy dreams
56. I would never be paid enough to teach 7th graders
57. I currently tutor 7th graders, and that pushes the limits
58. I can type, on average, over 85 words per minute
59. I was just told by a 7th grader that my fast typing hurts his brain
60. I haven't been asked out on a date in over 5 years
61. I have never heald a guy's hand
62. I have never kissed a guy
63. I have one of the most common middle names: Marie
64. If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Australia
65. Next I would go to Italy
66. Then to Greece
67. If I ever have a daughter, I want to name her Grace
68. I wish I could speak Spanish better (even with 4 years in high school)
69. I don't like to wear jewelry, except for earings
70. I am not a crafty person (the craft always ends up ugly if I try)
71. I have played the piano for 25 years
72. I have sports' induced asthma
73. I hate campaign commercials
74. I can't stand political figures arguing
75. Pet peeve: when people don't return shopping carts to propper places
76. Another pet peeve: when students don't listen to their teacher or aide (me)
77. I have never broken a bone
78. I love to laugh
79. I love listening to men's choirs
80. I wish I was more courageous in social situations
81. I think that Rascall Flats has never made a bad song
82. I hate hard rock
83. I wish I could run a marathon
84. It grosses me out when anyone has goop oozing out of their eye
85. I miss going to BYU football games
86. I love the smells of fall and spring
87. I would rather sleep on a couch than the most comfortable bed
88. I hate putting lotion on the bottom of my feet
89. I have been in 13 different temples
90. Long hair on guys is gross to me (I feel I should always have longer hair than any guy)
91. I would rather be cold than hot
92. I really don't like hot drinks
93. My favorite calling has been Book of Mormon teacher in Gospel Doctrine
94. I have a hard time paying attention in church
95. I am very sensitive to loud noises (yes, this includes loud voices)
96. The hardest thing I have ever had to do was sing at my dad's funeral
97. I would rather have another surgery on my insides than get my tonsils taken out again
98. George Clooney is HOT!
99. I hate making decisions, especially when others are involved
100. I love bright colors
1. I love fruit juice
2. but I hate the textures of most fruits
3. Favorite soda is Diet Mt. Dew, Code Red
4. but I'll take a Diet Coke any time, especially fountain on ice
5. I got addicted to Cod Red on my mission (a member family always gave it to us)
6. I never flew on a plane until I was 20
7. My fingernails peel off in layers
8. My hair never does what I want it to
9. I have the 4 cutest neices in the world
10. And the cutest nephew, with one on the way
11. My favorite thing to do is watch children play
12. Next favorite thing to do is sleep
13. If I ever have free time, I love to read
14. I probably read an average of 8 books a month
15. I've had over 50 roommates
16. Most of those were while I lived in Utah
17. I have lived in 3 states for the majority of my life: ID-6yrs; UT-6yrs; WY-18 yrs
18. I am a BYU baby
19. I have never left the country
20. Except on a ferry to an island in Canada, but I was only there for about 3 hours
21. It's hard for me to trust people enough to tell them my deepest thoughts and feelings
22. My mom doesn't even know my deepest thoughts and feelings, and she is the person I trust the most
23. I think I would FREAK out if a boy ever showed interest in me
24. I don't know how to be anything but a friend to guys
25. And even then, I don't really trust them to not hurt me
26. I think this stems from being a girl in a family largely made of guys
27. All of these guys I grew up with are excellent men, husbands, and fathers today
28. You think I would be able to trust better knowing that boys can change into good men
29. I hate scary movies
30. I loved Iron Man more than any other movie I saw this year
31. Which isn't saying much, because I think I only saw 3 or 4 new movies this year
32. I've worked for the LDS church for my whole working life
33. My favorite job was at BYU in the Registrar's Office
34. I made great friends there those 3 years
35. Men are easier to work for than women
36. I have quit 2 jobs because of cranky women bosses
37. Rexburg, ID is my 2nd home
38. I have owned 3 cars in my lifetime
39. I will never buy a brand-new car again, unless it is a Honda or Toyota
40. I've had my current car, a Toyota Corolla, for the longest (almost 5 years)
41. I have never been in the Atlantic Ocean
42. But I have been in the Pacific Ocean more times than I can remember
43. I love to visit Seattle
44. Especially Pike's Market downtown Seattle
45. I have gotten 2 tickets in my lifetime
46. One from speeding
47. The other from an accident
48. In high school I was pulled over because my friend Maria hung out the window to wave at her parents
49. Her parents were madder than mine
50. There's nothing like Mom's home cooking
51. I hate to cook and bake
52. Unless it is for someone else
53. I have very vivid dreams
54. I can usually remember them the next day
55. I should keep a journal of all of these crazy dreams
56. I would never be paid enough to teach 7th graders
57. I currently tutor 7th graders, and that pushes the limits
58. I can type, on average, over 85 words per minute
59. I was just told by a 7th grader that my fast typing hurts his brain
60. I haven't been asked out on a date in over 5 years
61. I have never heald a guy's hand
62. I have never kissed a guy
63. I have one of the most common middle names: Marie
64. If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Australia
65. Next I would go to Italy
66. Then to Greece
67. If I ever have a daughter, I want to name her Grace
68. I wish I could speak Spanish better (even with 4 years in high school)
69. I don't like to wear jewelry, except for earings
70. I am not a crafty person (the craft always ends up ugly if I try)
71. I have played the piano for 25 years
72. I have sports' induced asthma
73. I hate campaign commercials
74. I can't stand political figures arguing
75. Pet peeve: when people don't return shopping carts to propper places
76. Another pet peeve: when students don't listen to their teacher or aide (me)
77. I have never broken a bone
78. I love to laugh
79. I love listening to men's choirs
80. I wish I was more courageous in social situations
81. I think that Rascall Flats has never made a bad song
82. I hate hard rock
83. I wish I could run a marathon
84. It grosses me out when anyone has goop oozing out of their eye
85. I miss going to BYU football games
86. I love the smells of fall and spring
87. I would rather sleep on a couch than the most comfortable bed
88. I hate putting lotion on the bottom of my feet
89. I have been in 13 different temples
90. Long hair on guys is gross to me (I feel I should always have longer hair than any guy)
91. I would rather be cold than hot
92. I really don't like hot drinks
93. My favorite calling has been Book of Mormon teacher in Gospel Doctrine
94. I have a hard time paying attention in church
95. I am very sensitive to loud noises (yes, this includes loud voices)
96. The hardest thing I have ever had to do was sing at my dad's funeral
97. I would rather have another surgery on my insides than get my tonsils taken out again
98. George Clooney is HOT!
99. I hate making decisions, especially when others are involved
100. I love bright colors
Monday, October 27, 2008
Catch Up
Hannah in her Halloween costume (with pajamas underneath).
Whitney holding Hayden.
Grandma and Hayden.
Whitney.
Whitney...again.I can't believe that I it's been almost 3 weeks since I last blogged. A lot has happened since then. Especially at work. Kids say the darndest things. I had a 1st grader ask if I took a shower one morning. Another day, I was sitting with a Kindergardner. She looked at me and said, "You look fat today." I told her it may be because she had her glasses on. She took them off, looked at me again, and said, "Nope, you're still fat." Wow.
Last weekend I went to Gillette to visit my brother and his family. My mom went with me. More like I kidnapped her and forced her to go. :) We had a good time.
Only one more week before I take the GRE. Wish me luck. It's on Saturday morning. It will be nice to have it done so I can figure out if I can get into some of the programs I've been looking at.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Top 8
Top 8
8 TV shows I like to watch:
1. Priveleged (new one)
2. House
3. Gilmore Girls
4. Cosby Show
5. CSI (Vegas only)
6. Dancing with the Stars
7. Without a Trace
8. Friends
8 Favorite Restaurants:
1. Fazoli's
2. Texas Roadhouse
3. IHOP
4. Winger's
5. Bajio's
6. Craigo's
7. Godfathers Pizza
8. Red Robin
8 Things that happened yesterday:
1. Worked
2. Tutored
3. Went on a walk with Mom
4. Ate eggs and toast
5. Studied for the GRE
6. Played computer games
7. Went to the bathroom
8. Wrote a few emails
8 Things I'm looking forward to:
1. Getting a master's degree
2. Deciding what to get a master's in
3. Knowing what college to go for a master's degree
4. Taking the GRE (getting it over
5. Going on a date
6. Being non-annoying
7. Losing some weight
8. Going on vacation
People I tag:
1. Meghan
2. Shayla
8 TV shows I like to watch:
1. Priveleged (new one)
2. House
3. Gilmore Girls
4. Cosby Show
5. CSI (Vegas only)
6. Dancing with the Stars
7. Without a Trace
8. Friends
8 Favorite Restaurants:
1. Fazoli's
2. Texas Roadhouse
3. IHOP
4. Winger's
5. Bajio's
6. Craigo's
7. Godfathers Pizza
8. Red Robin
8 Things that happened yesterday:
1. Worked
2. Tutored
3. Went on a walk with Mom
4. Ate eggs and toast
5. Studied for the GRE
6. Played computer games
7. Went to the bathroom
8. Wrote a few emails
8 Things I'm looking forward to:
1. Getting a master's degree
2. Deciding what to get a master's in
3. Knowing what college to go for a master's degree
4. Taking the GRE (getting it over
5. Going on a date
6. Being non-annoying
7. Losing some weight
8. Going on vacation
People I tag:
1. Meghan
2. Shayla
Losing It
Things I am losing:
-free time (studying for the GRE)
-what smarts I did have (studying for the GRE doesn't help make me smarter...makes me feel dumber)
-patience (tuturing 7th graders)
-weight (I think it's from all the nose blowing over the last few weeks)
-sleep (coughing from mom and myself)
-money (paying bills and for gas to drive to work everyday)
Things I'd like to lose:
-free time (for things like dating and playing with the nieces/nephew)
-weight (more...I gained too much this last year)
-my ovaries (sorry guys, but it's true...they hurt)
-headaches ('nuff said)
-free time (studying for the GRE)
-what smarts I did have (studying for the GRE doesn't help make me smarter...makes me feel dumber)
-patience (tuturing 7th graders)
-weight (I think it's from all the nose blowing over the last few weeks)
-sleep (coughing from mom and myself)
-money (paying bills and for gas to drive to work everyday)
Things I'd like to lose:
-free time (for things like dating and playing with the nieces/nephew)
-weight (more...I gained too much this last year)
-my ovaries (sorry guys, but it's true...they hurt)
-headaches ('nuff said)
Friday, October 3, 2008
Work, cough, work, cough
This week was my first full week at my new job. It's been fun. I'm never anywhere longer than 1/2 hour, so I don't get bored. I'm really glad that it's been a part-time job, especially this week. I have had a cold for almost two weeks now and I'm mostly in just the coughing stage. I feel bad because my mom is even worse. Unfortunately, she mostly coughs when she goes to bed, which makes it hard for her to rest and recoup. I would LOVE it if we were all healthy again. My nieces have it, too. It probably doesn't help that we all are around each other a lot and keep sharing germs. They are just too darn cute not to be around, though.
Friday, September 26, 2008
Controlled Chaos...I wish
The past week as hase been chaotic, to say the least. I wish it was controlled, but it hasn't been. The funeral for dad was on Wednesday. Many family members came into town. They came from Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Minnesota. It was great to have so much support. I'm just glad everything is over, for the most part. Now just the financial junk to take care of and all of the thank you cards. Today was my first day back at work. I caught a nasty cold in the whole process. Today I don't have much of a voice. I feel much better, though. The funeral went well, or so I'm told. My brother Erik did the life history. My dad's friend Jack gave a talk. My brothers Mike and Bryan and I did most of the music. It was a tough day. Every night since he died I think I'm going to wake up and it will all be a dream. No such luck. Thanks for all of your support.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Time Passing By
My father passed away today. My heart aches in so many ways right now I don't even know how to explain it. Anger, fear, love, regret, hurt...so much. I didn't know how many feelings I could possibly feel in one evening. And it's only begun. As much as he aggrivated me sometimes, I already miss him. Tears will continue to be shed for all that could have been. I'm sorry I didn't tell him I love him more often. I'm sorry for being impatient. I'm sorry for so many things. I just hope he understands and will forgive me for my shortcomings. I love you, Dad.
Monday, September 15, 2008
Working Woman
I started work at my new job today. I am an aid for special education at an elementary school about 5 miles from home. It's only part-time, but better than no-time. I was also asked to head up a tutoring program at a middle school...it's called the homework club. I'm actually getting paid more for that than the aid position. I'm just grateful to have some sort of income. It was a tiring day. I'm ready for bed. But, I must get going on studying for the GRE. Bah humbug.
Last week I went and visited my brother Bryan and his family who live 4 hours away. I would love to upload some pictures of the kids, but I am still unpacking some things. I'll try to do it next time.
Last week I went and visited my brother Bryan and his family who live 4 hours away. I would love to upload some pictures of the kids, but I am still unpacking some things. I'll try to do it next time.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Home
Well, I am officially home. I really haven't unpacked yet. I've been busy grouting tile for my brother and mom. My arm is so sore! One was a floor, which I thought was tough. Then I did my mom's shower. Wow, I think I would rather do 3 floors any day over one shower. What a mess! Good experience, though, right?
It's good to be home. I love seeing the neices more often. They are just so darn cute! I'll go visit the ones a few hours away next week.
The job search continues. I have applied for about 4 or 5 jobs and am keeping my open for more.
I miss Rexburg. I miss having my couch to sleep on. This bed at home doesn't like me very much. I woke up continuously last night because my back hurt so much.
By the way, I am COMPLETELY done with my degree. I got an email yesterday stating so. I got an A- in my statistics class. I can't believe that I am actually done....for now. I've been studying for the GRE. What a bummer, eh?
It's good to be home. I love seeing the neices more often. They are just so darn cute! I'll go visit the ones a few hours away next week.
The job search continues. I have applied for about 4 or 5 jobs and am keeping my open for more.
I miss Rexburg. I miss having my couch to sleep on. This bed at home doesn't like me very much. I woke up continuously last night because my back hurt so much.
By the way, I am COMPLETELY done with my degree. I got an email yesterday stating so. I got an A- in my statistics class. I can't believe that I am actually done....for now. I've been studying for the GRE. What a bummer, eh?
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
It CAN get worse
I am in the middle of packing to move home and finals for my Stats class. Plus, I haven't been feeling all that well. Insomnia really doesn't sit well with me. Well, I didn't think my life could get much more hectic/worse. Well, I thought wrong....
Tonight I borrowed some paint from a good friend (THANK YOU KATIE) to do some touch-ups in my apartment where the tape tore off some paint. It was going so well....until I stepped off my couch (I was painting a wall behind it) into the new bucket of custom paint. As you can guess, it splashed everywhere! White paint....and I was about 5 feet from my door. I tried to scrape as much as I could off my foot into the bucket and then hopped outside to wash my foot at the outside spicket. There are now white footprints leading from my apartment to the spicket.
Then I had to try to clean the carpet. One hour and a lot of tears later, it seems to look better. It will be a shade lighter than before, either from all of the soap I poared onto it and it cleaned it, or more likely because I couldn't get it all out. Of course my managers are out of town so I can't get to the carpet cleaner they keep on hand. And I wasted a bunch of the custom paint I borrowed. I would say it can't get much worse, but we know where that will lead.
Tonight I borrowed some paint from a good friend (THANK YOU KATIE) to do some touch-ups in my apartment where the tape tore off some paint. It was going so well....until I stepped off my couch (I was painting a wall behind it) into the new bucket of custom paint. As you can guess, it splashed everywhere! White paint....and I was about 5 feet from my door. I tried to scrape as much as I could off my foot into the bucket and then hopped outside to wash my foot at the outside spicket. There are now white footprints leading from my apartment to the spicket.
Then I had to try to clean the carpet. One hour and a lot of tears later, it seems to look better. It will be a shade lighter than before, either from all of the soap I poared onto it and it cleaned it, or more likely because I couldn't get it all out. Of course my managers are out of town so I can't get to the carpet cleaner they keep on hand. And I wasted a bunch of the custom paint I borrowed. I would say it can't get much worse, but we know where that will lead.
Friday, August 22, 2008
Dream of Cookies
I had a dream last night that I was given an assignment in an English class to find a cookie recipe where one of the ingredients was jalapeños. Ever heard of such a thing? Neither had anyone in my dream. Gross!
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Some "one"
Warning: pitty party ahead
I've had a lot of time to think recently (thanks to insomnia). The other night I had a bit of a pitty party. You know how people usually have a person they turn to at times of trial, or the "one" they love the most (spouse, parent, sibling etc.)? I realized that I have never been anybody's "one". I have been 2 and 3...quite a few times. But never "one". It was kind of sad to realize. Bad pitty party, eh? To all of those who are a some "one", be grateful for those in your life. It can get mighty lonely otherwise.
The end: pitty party over
I've had a lot of time to think recently (thanks to insomnia). The other night I had a bit of a pitty party. You know how people usually have a person they turn to at times of trial, or the "one" they love the most (spouse, parent, sibling etc.)? I realized that I have never been anybody's "one". I have been 2 and 3...quite a few times. But never "one". It was kind of sad to realize. Bad pitty party, eh? To all of those who are a some "one", be grateful for those in your life. It can get mighty lonely otherwise.
The end: pitty party over
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Pineapples and a Pedicure
These are my buddies Preston and Cannon. I loved the sunglasses Cannon had on-they are pineapples. I am going to miss seeing them when I move home. I have known them for their whole lives. They are like my own nephews. Some of the things I love about them:Preston-his great imagination. He can tell you stories about anything and everything...and they are very detailed and long.
Cannon-How he says "I don't know" by saying "no" in a question.
Preston-How he asks "why cause" when he doesn't understand.
Cannon-His smile and laugh. (He can get out of trouble easily because of these.)
I went and had my first real pedicure today. I chose blue nail polish. I've been feeling a little funky lately and thought this would show my mood. Sorry you have to look at what a friend endearingly calls my "Shrek feet". (Because the toes can spread so far.) When I become rich and famous I am going to have a pedicurist and massage therapist on call 24/7. It was lovely.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Coming to an end
Well, my time in Rexburg is quickly coming to an end. I have less than two weeks. Today was my last time teaching Sunday School. Bitter sweet moments. I have so much to do before my two weeks are up and yet I have no desire to do any of it. A little at a time, right?
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Another Favorite
Shawn Johnson is another favorite olympian. She is on the gymnastic's team and is a powerhouse. Who knew so much power could come from such a small thing? She always seems upbeat and is encouraging to her team. Plus, her nickname is probably Shawnee. How could I not love her?
Sunday, August 10, 2008
My Favorite Olympian
Go Michael Phelps! He won his 1st gold medal of these Olympics last night. Can't wait for the next one.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Monday, August 4, 2008
New Favorite
Over the weekend my friend Dee and I went to see "Iron Man". Loved it. It's my new favorite movie. I'm glad there weren't many people in the theater as I got a little caught up in the action and often found myself cheering and laughing really loud. It's a must see!
Monday, July 28, 2008
Migraines
So, it seems that my head has had enough. I have had 3 migraines in the last week. The first one was when I drove home on Wednesday to visit family. The 2nd was on Friday when I went to Billings to shop with Mom, Nicole, her mom, and Whitney. The 3rd was yesterday when I drove back to Rexburg. Maybe it's an aversion to being in the car. Anyway, Excedrine migraine is a wonderful thing. I just hope this doesn't become a habit. It's not fun.
Friday, July 18, 2008
I AM DONE! ..... almost
I did it! Graduation was tonight. It was so much fun to sit with girls from my program. I'm going to miss them so much! Just one class to finish up through August and it will be final. Wahoo!
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Arg!
Tomorrow starts the last week of school. I graduate on Friday night. Talk about a stressful week! I'm getting sick to my tummy just thinking about all of the things I need to get done. I did 5 hours of homework yesterday and it still wasn't enough. Guess I could have done more, but who should spend their WHOLE Saturday doing homework? Not me. Wish me luck!
Monday, July 7, 2008
July 4th Weekend
Miles travelled: 1124 (plus to the lake and back)
Hours in the car: 19
Gas mileage: 40 miles per gallon
Nieces played with: 3
Nephew held: 1
Bugs killed: 2.2 million
Naps taken: 2
Conversations with myself: 14
Diet Cokes consumed: 6
Fireworks lit: 0
Parades watched: 0
Boats ridden: 1
Avg temperature: 95 degrees
Places with sunburns: left shoulder, head (where hair part was)
Boogies watched: 1
Hours in the car: 19
Gas mileage: 40 miles per gallon
Nieces played with: 3
Nephew held: 1
Bugs killed: 2.2 million
Naps taken: 2
Conversations with myself: 14
Diet Cokes consumed: 6
Fireworks lit: 0
Parades watched: 0
Boats ridden: 1
Avg temperature: 95 degrees
Places with sunburns: left shoulder, head (where hair part was)
Boogies watched: 1
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Memories
Lately I have been remembering times from my youth--mostly about hanging out at Grandma's house and things that went on there. It's probably because I'll be moving back there soon. Some of the fun (and some not so fun at the time, but now I look back with a smile) are:
-Popcorn and the Wonderful World of Disney on Sundays
-Kickball with the rhubarb bush as the pitcher's mound
-Climbing Anderson's tree and then throwing popscicle sticks at the kids at the bottom
-Sledding on the mountain
-Having car troubles after sledding on mountain (how many transmissions were blown?)
-Grandma reading scriptures at the table
-Grandpa flooding the yard with well water
-Grandma's "If you play rough, you'll get hurt rough"
-The boys making me cry every Sunday (Adrin once told me it was a goal of theirs)
-Candy letters to missionaries
-Rubbing our feet on the "new" carpet to get staticky, holding hands, and seeing if we could shock down the line
-Christmas Eve traditions
Anyhow, just some good memories to keep me company lately. Let me know what you remember.
-Popcorn and the Wonderful World of Disney on Sundays
-Kickball with the rhubarb bush as the pitcher's mound
-Climbing Anderson's tree and then throwing popscicle sticks at the kids at the bottom
-Sledding on the mountain
-Having car troubles after sledding on mountain (how many transmissions were blown?)
-Grandma reading scriptures at the table
-Grandpa flooding the yard with well water
-Grandma's "If you play rough, you'll get hurt rough"
-The boys making me cry every Sunday (Adrin once told me it was a goal of theirs)
-Candy letters to missionaries
-Rubbing our feet on the "new" carpet to get staticky, holding hands, and seeing if we could shock down the line
-Christmas Eve traditions
Anyhow, just some good memories to keep me company lately. Let me know what you remember.
Friday, June 20, 2008
Senioritis
It hit me this week...I am graduting in a month! Okay, so i still have one class to take up through August, but still. This has been a long time coming and I can't believe that it's here. I figure since it's taken me so long to get here that my BAD case of senioritis is normal. I'm getting to the point that I don't care much about studying. Not good. I'm looking forward to my year "off" before grad school. I think if I went right into it, I would not be a good student at all. I catch myself during class thinking about playing with my nieces and what I will do with them when I get home. I can't wait to be able to see them more than a few times a year. Of course they will probably be glad to see me go next year when I leave, but I will love my time with them.
Friday, June 13, 2008
Thursday, June 12, 2008
A living volcano
So, I have been a living volcano lately. Inside my stomach is rumbling and ready to blow, but nothing has happened. As you can guess, I have the stomach flu. I wish, to a point, that I would erupt. I think that would make things much better. Unfortunately, it's not that kind of stomach flu. Just the kind where I have stomach cramps and can't eat anything because it hurts too much. It really puts a damper on school life. I've been hibernating for 3 days now. Not good. I hope I don't flunk any classes because of it. I'm sure I won't. My teachers are too nice for that. :)
Sunday, June 8, 2008
Moving
So, it seems I will be moving at the end of August. That is when I will be done with school. Since no one wants to hire me for just a year, it am moving home. Yup, a 30 year old moving back in with the parents. It will be for just one year. I am graduating at an odd time so I have some slack before grad school next year. I hope my parents still like me after the year is up. :) It will be nice to be around the neices and nephew for a while, though. Who knows where I will end up for grad school. By the way, I am getting a new neice or nephew in January. I love this auntie thing!
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Hayden's Blessing
Hayden was blessed today. He was born May 5. I wasn't able to go for a number of reasons....gas prices, too short of a weekend, had to work on Saturday, yada, yada, yada. Mom sent me some pictures. Not quite like being there, though. It's so hard to be this far away! Here are some pictures of the event, though. It's about time that a boy was added to the gaggle of neices that I have!Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Buddy's Birthday
My little buddy, Cannon, turned 2 last week. Here are a few pictures from his birthday party. Most of the pictures were taken by his 3 (almost 4) year old brother. Pretty good, I would say!
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Movie Survey
I got tagged. Here we go:
1. The total number of movies I own: Hmm, I would guess roughly 50. Most are older VHS ones that I can't convince myself to get rid of.
2. The last movie I bought: Two Week's Notice (had the VHS version, but not the DVD)
3. The last movie I saw: In the theater....can't remember. Been too long. At home...Little Women.
4. Five movies that mean something to me: "A Boyfriend for Christmas" because the girls in the family watch it every Thanksgiving. "The Scarlette Pimpernel" because it's good and it's one of the first movies I remember watching with my mom and dad. "Emperor's New Groove" because one Thanksgiving in Provo I watched it about 10 times with another apartment of friends (it's hillarious!). "Ocean's 11" because I can watch it over and over and never get tired of looking at the beautiful men (the movie is good, too). Any "Veggie Tales" that I get to watch with my nieces because I get to spend time with them and they are funny.
5. Tag three people and have them do this on their blogs: Nina, Linda, Meridith
1. The total number of movies I own: Hmm, I would guess roughly 50. Most are older VHS ones that I can't convince myself to get rid of.
2. The last movie I bought: Two Week's Notice (had the VHS version, but not the DVD)
3. The last movie I saw: In the theater....can't remember. Been too long. At home...Little Women.
4. Five movies that mean something to me: "A Boyfriend for Christmas" because the girls in the family watch it every Thanksgiving. "The Scarlette Pimpernel" because it's good and it's one of the first movies I remember watching with my mom and dad. "Emperor's New Groove" because one Thanksgiving in Provo I watched it about 10 times with another apartment of friends (it's hillarious!). "Ocean's 11" because I can watch it over and over and never get tired of looking at the beautiful men (the movie is good, too). Any "Veggie Tales" that I get to watch with my nieces because I get to spend time with them and they are funny.
5. Tag three people and have them do this on their blogs: Nina, Linda, Meridith
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Violins and Lawns
I had the opportunity to accompany a girl who played her violin. We practiced yesterday. I almost melted at the tone quality of her violin. So mellow. She played Jesus Once Was a Little Child. Next week we will do it in my ward. It's so pretty. Mom, it's a Jenny Oaks Baker. You would melt, too.
Yesterday I was able to mow Mark's lawn. I almost got to mow a friend's lawn, but theirs wasn't ready. So, I was glad that Mark let me do his. I love mowing lawns, especially when I can do it with a riding lawnmower. I am sore today, surprisingly. Guess old bumpy lawnmowers can make you a little sore. I loved it, though. My allergies weren't too happy, but I'll live.
Yesterday I was able to mow Mark's lawn. I almost got to mow a friend's lawn, but theirs wasn't ready. So, I was glad that Mark let me do his. I love mowing lawns, especially when I can do it with a riding lawnmower. I am sore today, surprisingly. Guess old bumpy lawnmowers can make you a little sore. I loved it, though. My allergies weren't too happy, but I'll live.
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Sad news in Rexburg
I just heard about this yesterday. I 10 year old girl just gave birth to a baby at the hospital here in Rexburg. http://www.kidk.com/news/local/18706089.html is the link for the story. Sad, sad, sad.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
1st day of Preschool
This semester for one of my classes, I work in a preschool lab. Today was the first day that the kids came for the full time. It's only for two hours, but my body tells me it was at least 10. My back, feet, joints, everything hurt. I wish I had a hot tub to soak in....hmmmm. Wouldn't that be nice?
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Birthday Wishes...and a wedding
Thanks for the birthday wishes. You are all too kind. I spent my birthday (Friday, April 25) in class. It's going to be a STRESSFUL semester. It did not feel like a birthday. One of my friends brought a cake to our last class. That was so nice of her. Then I traveled to UT for Ashlie's wedding.Ashlie's wedding was amazing. I love going to sealings in the temple. I tried to count how many I have been to. I think this was #18, but I'm not sure about the exact number. The spirit was prominent and she and her husband Bryce were beaming the entire day. It's so good to see her get a good enough 'catch'. He will cherish her for sure.
Auntie Jaunita, me, Mammacita
Me, Ashlie, Bryce
Me with Aaron Hawley (Spencer and Rhonda's baby)
Friday, April 4, 2008
Birthday Continued...
I was told I forgot the most important thing off my list for my birthday. A boyfriend!
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
My Birthday
So, I know everyone wants to get something for me for my big birthday coming at the end of the month. I'll be 30. Groan, gnashing of teeth, aching in the bones. Yup, I'll be that old. So, I thought I would suggest a few items that I would like so you don't have to guess.
1-Money is always good, especially since I'm a starving student again
(Donations of food are welcome as well)
2-I pod shuffle found at http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=45025EAB&engr=23CABF1E
3-Books as follows (in no particular order):
Princess Academy by Shannon Hale
Book of a Thousand Days by Shannon hale
River Secrets by Shannon Hale
Austenland by Shannon Hale
The Host by Stephenie Meyer
Confessions of a Jane Austen Addict by Laurie Viera Rigler
Me and Mr. Darcy by Alexandra Potter
(I think you get the idea of what I'm interested in right now)
4-Movies: National Treasure 2; Cars; Enchanted; August Rush; 27 Dresses; 2 Week's Notice; Scarlette Pimpernel; etc.
5-Clothes (if you're serious enough to buy me these, let me know so I can give you my size in private...I don't want the world to know just how large in stature I really am)
Well, at least it's an idea. A nice little card will do, too. Or an email. I will be spending my birthday in class and then in a car down to UT for Ashlie's wedding. Oh, happy day.
1-Money is always good, especially since I'm a starving student again
(Donations of food are welcome as well)
2-I pod shuffle found at http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=45025EAB&engr=23CABF1E
3-Books as follows (in no particular order):
Princess Academy by Shannon Hale
Book of a Thousand Days by Shannon hale
River Secrets by Shannon Hale
Austenland by Shannon Hale
The Host by Stephenie Meyer
Confessions of a Jane Austen Addict by Laurie Viera Rigler
Me and Mr. Darcy by Alexandra Potter
(I think you get the idea of what I'm interested in right now)
4-Movies: National Treasure 2; Cars; Enchanted; August Rush; 27 Dresses; 2 Week's Notice; Scarlette Pimpernel; etc.
5-Clothes (if you're serious enough to buy me these, let me know so I can give you my size in private...I don't want the world to know just how large in stature I really am)
Well, at least it's an idea. A nice little card will do, too. Or an email. I will be spending my birthday in class and then in a car down to UT for Ashlie's wedding. Oh, happy day.
Monday, March 24, 2008
Brain Defects
So, I was sitting in my class on Friday taking a test with a group. It was a test we had already taken individually. One of the girls said what she thought was the answer to a question. My brain didn't respond to what she said correctly. I started saying that I didn't agree but that I thought it was another answer. She looked at me oddly and said that it was the same answer that she had said. So, that it the state of my brain....muddled. Only 2 1/2 more weeks until the end of the semester.
I met with my Internship Coordinator today. I hope to do an internship this summer while taking my full load of classes in order to graduate in July. He started getting stressed on me telling me that it's difficult to take 17 credits plus an internship. Not new information there. After a while, my history (of working and mission and all that) came out. I hope he understood that I'm not some 20 year old (no offense to 20 year olds) who doesn't know how to manage my time effectively. I know it will be stressful, but nothing in my life hasn't been. I'm pretty sure I will go insane and have a more muddled brain by July, but it's worth the sacrifice.
I met with my Internship Coordinator today. I hope to do an internship this summer while taking my full load of classes in order to graduate in July. He started getting stressed on me telling me that it's difficult to take 17 credits plus an internship. Not new information there. After a while, my history (of working and mission and all that) came out. I hope he understood that I'm not some 20 year old (no offense to 20 year olds) who doesn't know how to manage my time effectively. I know it will be stressful, but nothing in my life hasn't been. I'm pretty sure I will go insane and have a more muddled brain by July, but it's worth the sacrifice.
Monday, March 17, 2008
Decisions (blech)
I thought by this time in my life I would have made most of my major decisions...where to go to school, what to major in, who to marry, what to name my children. So far, I have only accomplished 2 of those (school and major) and it took my 10 years to decide on one of them (major). I'll be graduating in July with my BS in Child Development. I have no idea what I will be doing for the year after that before I got to grad school. I just got rejected for a job here in Rexburg. I can always move in with the parents. (Just what every 30 year old wants to do--no offense mom and dad.) After I figure that out, then I get to decide where to go to grad school. The more I research, the more I have to choose from. If I could just decide what I wanted to do with the rest of my life, it might be a bit easier. Child Development, Developmental Psychology, or Instructional Technology. So, basically this is a call for ideas from everyone. If you've heard of a good program in any of those areas, let me know. Also let me know what you think I should be when I grow up. Any ideas are welcome (within reason---no circus jokes, please).
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Q&A
1. First thing you wash in the shower? Hair
2. What color is your favorite hoodie? White
3. Would you kiss the last person you kissed again? If I had ever been kissed, then probably yes
4.Do you plan outfits? No
5. How are you feeling RIGHT now? Tired
6. What’s the closest thing to you that’s red? The shirt I am wearing
8. Tell about the last dream you remember having? Something about high school...don’t remember the details
9. Did you meet anybody new today? No
10. What are you craving right now? Sherbet
11. Do you floss? Yes
12. What comes to mind when I say cabbage? Yuck
14. Are you emotional? Only once in a while.
15. Would you dance to the taco song? Probably, if I knew what it was.
16. Have you ever counted to 1,000? I don’t think so.
17. Do you bite into your ice cream or just lick it? Lick, or I get a headache
18. Do you like your hair? Most of the time.
19. Do you like yourself? Most of the time.
20. Have you ever met a celebrity? Nope
22. What are you listening to right now? Over the Hedge
23. How many countries have you visited? Canada (France in my dreams)
24. Are your parents strict? Not any more
25. Would you go sky diving? Probably not.
26. Would you go out to eat with George W. Bush? Depends on where he took me
28. Is there anything sparkly in the room you’re in? Nope
29. Have you ever been in a castle? The one at Disney World
32. Have you made a prank phone call? When I was younger.
33. Do you own a gun? Nope.
34. Can you count backwards from 74? Yes, not that I’ve ever tried.
35. Who are you going to be with tonight? More homework
38. Ever been on a train? Yes in Chicago and DC, and in airports
40. Do you have a cell phone? Yep.
41. Are you too forgiving? Mmmm... probably the opposite.
42. Do you use chap stick? Yes.
43. What is your best friend doing tomorrow? Best friend? Don’t have one right now, unless you count my mom. She’ll be working. Lots of good friends, though.
44. Can you use chop sticks? No.
45. Ever have cream puffs? Goodness yes.
47. What was the last question you asked? Can you come to my class tomorrow?
48. What was the last CD you bought? Eh...don’t remember
50. What is your bus number for school? Walked to school (uphill both ways, barefoot in the snow)
51. Is your hair curly? I think it has some natural curl, but just enough to make my hair frizzy.
52. Last time you cried? Teared up about a week ago.
53. Ever walked into a wall? Yup (usually a corner of a wall)
54. Do looks matter? Food needs to look somewhat good in order for me to eat it. Is that what you meant?
56. Have you ever slapped someone? Not in the face, but I’ve slapped many arms and hands.
57. Favorite time of the year? Spring and/or fall
58. Favorite color? Depends on the day (yellow, green, blue)
59. Are you sarcastic? No, never. (Sarcastic voice)
60. Do you have any tattoos? Nope.
61. The last person you held hands with? My friend Preston...he’s 3 ½ years old.
64. Do you hate or dislike more than 3 people? No
65. Do you like your life right now? Yes I do.
66. How often do you talk on the phone? Depends who calls me. Usually never.
67. What is your favorite animal? Anything that I don’t own
68. What was the most recent thing you bought? Toilet paper
69. Do you have good vision? If my contacts are in
70. Can you hula hoop? Haven’t tried recently
72. Do you have a job? Not right now. It’s great.
73. Can you handle the truth? Yeah.
74. What are you wearing? Sweat pants and long sleeved t-shirt
75. Have you ever crawled through a window? Yes
2. What color is your favorite hoodie? White
3. Would you kiss the last person you kissed again? If I had ever been kissed, then probably yes
4.Do you plan outfits? No
5. How are you feeling RIGHT now? Tired
6. What’s the closest thing to you that’s red? The shirt I am wearing
8. Tell about the last dream you remember having? Something about high school...don’t remember the details
9. Did you meet anybody new today? No
10. What are you craving right now? Sherbet
11. Do you floss? Yes
12. What comes to mind when I say cabbage? Yuck
14. Are you emotional? Only once in a while.
15. Would you dance to the taco song? Probably, if I knew what it was.
16. Have you ever counted to 1,000? I don’t think so.
17. Do you bite into your ice cream or just lick it? Lick, or I get a headache
18. Do you like your hair? Most of the time.
19. Do you like yourself? Most of the time.
20. Have you ever met a celebrity? Nope
22. What are you listening to right now? Over the Hedge
23. How many countries have you visited? Canada (France in my dreams)
24. Are your parents strict? Not any more
25. Would you go sky diving? Probably not.
26. Would you go out to eat with George W. Bush? Depends on where he took me
28. Is there anything sparkly in the room you’re in? Nope
29. Have you ever been in a castle? The one at Disney World
32. Have you made a prank phone call? When I was younger.
33. Do you own a gun? Nope.
34. Can you count backwards from 74? Yes, not that I’ve ever tried.
35. Who are you going to be with tonight? More homework
38. Ever been on a train? Yes in Chicago and DC, and in airports
40. Do you have a cell phone? Yep.
41. Are you too forgiving? Mmmm... probably the opposite.
42. Do you use chap stick? Yes.
43. What is your best friend doing tomorrow? Best friend? Don’t have one right now, unless you count my mom. She’ll be working. Lots of good friends, though.
44. Can you use chop sticks? No.
45. Ever have cream puffs? Goodness yes.
47. What was the last question you asked? Can you come to my class tomorrow?
48. What was the last CD you bought? Eh...don’t remember
50. What is your bus number for school? Walked to school (uphill both ways, barefoot in the snow)
51. Is your hair curly? I think it has some natural curl, but just enough to make my hair frizzy.
52. Last time you cried? Teared up about a week ago.
53. Ever walked into a wall? Yup (usually a corner of a wall)
54. Do looks matter? Food needs to look somewhat good in order for me to eat it. Is that what you meant?
56. Have you ever slapped someone? Not in the face, but I’ve slapped many arms and hands.
57. Favorite time of the year? Spring and/or fall
58. Favorite color? Depends on the day (yellow, green, blue)
59. Are you sarcastic? No, never. (Sarcastic voice)
60. Do you have any tattoos? Nope.
61. The last person you held hands with? My friend Preston...he’s 3 ½ years old.
64. Do you hate or dislike more than 3 people? No
65. Do you like your life right now? Yes I do.
66. How often do you talk on the phone? Depends who calls me. Usually never.
67. What is your favorite animal? Anything that I don’t own
68. What was the most recent thing you bought? Toilet paper
69. Do you have good vision? If my contacts are in
70. Can you hula hoop? Haven’t tried recently
72. Do you have a job? Not right now. It’s great.
73. Can you handle the truth? Yeah.
74. What are you wearing? Sweat pants and long sleeved t-shirt
75. Have you ever crawled through a window? Yes
Monday, March 10, 2008
Fried Mealworms Anyone?
In biology lab today, we learned about insects. We disected a grasshopper and then watched termites. (Okay, my lab partner did the disecting, but I watched closely. I'm not that weak.) We also watched a video about how people in many countries eat these yummy insects. So, my teacher said we could earn some extra credit points. She pulled out a cup of mealworms and fried them up. She then seasoned them with buttery salt. Believe it or not, I ate a fried mealworm! (sorry, dad, I know you have a queesy stomach) It wasn't as crispy as I hoped, and I could feel the texture a little too well, but the taste wasn't bad because it has so much seasoning on it. I never thought I would eat a bug on purpose, but I did. It was less than an inch long, so it wasn't too bad. I don't know if I would do it again. The thought of it makes me want to ditch my lunch 6 hours later. But, I earned extra credit. Anything for a grade, right?
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Spring!!!
I wore sandals today! My toes loved breathing in the fresh air. When I came out of a store, there were baby chicks eating candy under my car. It looked like someone had dropped their Easter candy under there and the birds were loving it. I loved watching the birds. I love spring! Of course, with me living in the frozen north, it will probably snow another foot before spring really arrives. Spring usually only shows its face for about 2 days before summer hits in June. Sad. But we got a glimpse today! (my toes are dancing for joy right now...really!)
Friday, February 29, 2008
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Dedication
The temple dedication was today. I just got home. I went to the 3rd of 4 sessions. President Monson wasn't in our session, like he was the other 2 before ours. They didn't say where he was. Elder Bednar, Elder Nelson, and Elder Costa (from the 70) were there. It was neat. Emotions and ideas that went through my mind were: gratitude, love, sacrifice, dedication, ancestors, eternity, Atonement, truth. It was an amazing experience. I was in one of the ordinance rooms, so I didn't get to see any of the apostles, but their strength and power were felt all over the temple.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Reactions
This morning I walked outside and had a reaction: there was 6 inches of snow on my car and I thought a dirty word in my head. (picture of car is one parked next to me) I became mad, which doesn't happen often with things I can't control. I was lucky (blessed?) that I didn't get stuck on the way to school. It seems that Rexburg doesn't believe in using the snow plows that God has blessed us with on this earth. After class, I drove to a different part of campus to drop off a paper. Got stuck trying to get into a parking spot. Got mad again. Tonight I needed to pick something up at a friends for a project. Got stuck trying to get out of my parking spot. God mad, yet again. Tried to find a guy at home to help me push. All their wives said they should be home any minute now. Finally found someone (thanks Greg) who is the skinniest man I know. Drove to my friend's house, just around the corner. Got stuck trying to get out of that parking spot. Guess what? Yup, got mad. She had to push me out. (thank Deanna) While I was out, thought I would stop by Wendy's to get a nutritious meal (more than the mac and cheese I would have had for the 2nd time today). Slid going into a turn about and got stuck. You guessed it, I got mad. The cars that were behind me just kept on going....all drivers being of the male gender. That didn't help the madness. Finally a guy in a minivan, with probably 15 kids inside, pushed me out. Thank you! Took me 30 minutes to get across town. Should have just gone home, but you know me. Have to learn the hard way. Got to Wendy's and ordered chicken nuggets with a baked potato. "Sorry, we are out of baked potatos." I'm got more mad because that is what I had been craving a baked potato from Wendy's. So I order a salad instead. Get up to the window..."five minutes until your nuggets are ready." Grr. Look in my salad bag for a straw to start sipping my Diet Coke, hoping it will calm me down. No straw. Have to get out to go into the restaraunt for a straw. Sit in my car and watch people through the windows eating.....baked potatoes. Finally get my nuggets and head home. I'm thinking that there are probably a few potato farmers who are grateful for the snow. Me not being a potato farmer, I'm not especially grateful for the TONS of snow we have gotten. Then I realize that maybe the snow that has been the instigator of my anger will help the potato farmers grow more potatoes so that Wendy's won't run out before I get there next time. (note to dad: thanks for the nice tires, but next year lets plan on a snow machine instead of tires, okay?)
Monday, February 4, 2008
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Snow, Snow, SNOW!!!
For the love! There is snow everywhere! It wouldn't be so bad if it wasn't windy. The drifts are horrible to drive through. I keep thinking of the movie White Christmas where they sing the song about snow. Well, they can have it. I looked at the forcast and it's supposed to snow for another week. Just a warning.....I may not see anyone outside of Rexburg until July. That's when all the snow will be gone. Hopefully.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Dreams
So, for those of you who REALLY know me know that I have some pretty intense dreams sometimes. I don't know if intense is the right word...maybe just really vivid dreams. The last couple of weeks I kept dreaming about President Hinckley. One dream was that he was visiting me while I was sick. He sat next to me on the bed and patted my hand. Another dream was that I almost ran into him (literally) in a hallway in the temple. Another time I was joking with him and President Monson. Weird, I know. I feel it was a tender mercy though to possibly prepare me for his passing on Monday. Other dreams the past few weeks have been of kissing boys. Random, I know.
Because of President Hinckley's funeral being on Saturday, the temple dedication has been postponed until next Sunday, February 10. My first thought, a selfish one, after hearing the news was that he wouldn't be able to come to the dedication. I quickly repented and was excited that he could be with his sweet wife again.
Because of President Hinckley's funeral being on Saturday, the temple dedication has been postponed until next Sunday, February 10. My first thought, a selfish one, after hearing the news was that he wouldn't be able to come to the dedication. I quickly repented and was excited that he could be with his sweet wife again.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
frEEEEEzing in rexburg
Seriously, it's so cold I needed 5 E's instead of just 2. On the way to school this morning, the news said it was -17 with a wind chill of -35. (Yes, that is NEGATIVE 35. No sane person should see that number correlate with their weather. The high today is 7 degrees. Watch out, tomorrow it's 14. Heat front coming through.) Youch. My car almost didn't start this morning. Thanks for the new battery, dad. I'm sure it wouldn't have started without it. It already sounded like an almost-dead cat being run over again and again. I was going to take a picture of how much snow there is outside, but I was afraid the camera would break. It's a record year in Rexburg. (Darn it) Packages of hot cocoa and mittens are welcome.
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
YIKES!
So, the semester is in full swing. I started freaking out on Monday about all of the reading I will be doing each week. Each class wants a chapter read for every class peroid. That's reading 5-6 chapters in two days, plus 5 quizzes, plus write-ups. Man, it's a lot of work. All students out there are laughing at me. I know, I know. I love it, though. Especially when I can remember what I read for which class. They sort of all ooze together. Sometimes that good, but it can be bad when they are asking specific questions and I can't remember what I read for that class because it's all jumbling together.
The temple open house on Friday was fun. I ached all over after 3 hours of standing in heels. I don't normally wear them, but I needed to be dressed like a missionary, so I did. They were low heals, but I'm not used to standing for that long any more. There were some cute kids that came through who were so excited about seeing the temple. There were a lot of non-members who went through, as well. It was interesting to see their different preparation stages.
The temple open house on Friday was fun. I ached all over after 3 hours of standing in heels. I don't normally wear them, but I needed to be dressed like a missionary, so I did. They were low heals, but I'm not used to standing for that long any more. There were some cute kids that came through who were so excited about seeing the temple. There were a lot of non-members who went through, as well. It was interesting to see their different preparation stages.
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Pictures of the Neices
Hannah driving us to Lovell. (Not really. She just needed a break from the car seat.)
Whitney and her daddy.
Bekah on Christmas morning.
Sariah on Christmas Eve with her hair ready for the program.
Whitney and Hannah after opening gifts.
Temple Open House
I was just asked to help with the open house that is currently going on for the Rexburg temple. I did not sign up previously because all of the slots for our ward got filled before the signup got to me. I didn't mind because I would be able to still attend. Well, a lady got my name from my stake presidency as a returned missionary. I will be showing an introductory video and welcoming guests to the open house. I'm assigned for the next 3 Friday nights. I am excited to be a part, small as it may be, of the open house.
I got back to Rexburg yesterday from my long Christmas vacation. I was welcomed back with a bang. There is a ton of ice on my stairs outside of my door. I was so careful walking down them the first few trips unloading my car. On the 3rd trip I slipped down three of the stairs. I now have a bruise on each of my arms, my hands got a little torn up, and my upper behind is sore. I haven't fallen the last few winters in Rexburg. Guess I had it coming. There is a ton of snow now. I don't think I've seen this much since I moved back almost 4 years ago. It's great to see, but not to drive in.
Classes for winter semester start tomorrow. I am a little nervous about going back full-time. I know it won't be bad. I just always get nervous about the unknown. I have 3 classes tomorrow. My geography lab (for the geography class I took 6 years ago at BYU), my advanced children development, and language and literature. They'll all take a lot of work, but I'm looking forward to learning more about children and their development.
Christmas was fun. I was at home for 2 1/2 weeks. That's the longest I've been home for Christmas since I graduated from highschool 12 years ago. It was a blast. I spent a few days with my brother Bryan and his family in Gillette. They then came to Lovell for New Year's. We were all together for that. I was able to do my favorite thing over the break: take a nap with each of the neices. They are all so cute. I'll be sure to post pictures next time. I watched Whitney, the youngest neice, for 5 of the days I was home while her mom and dad worked. She is a doll. Her laugh is great. It sounds forced, but it's not. I miss them all tons. I wish I could see them more often.
I got back to Rexburg yesterday from my long Christmas vacation. I was welcomed back with a bang. There is a ton of ice on my stairs outside of my door. I was so careful walking down them the first few trips unloading my car. On the 3rd trip I slipped down three of the stairs. I now have a bruise on each of my arms, my hands got a little torn up, and my upper behind is sore. I haven't fallen the last few winters in Rexburg. Guess I had it coming. There is a ton of snow now. I don't think I've seen this much since I moved back almost 4 years ago. It's great to see, but not to drive in.
Classes for winter semester start tomorrow. I am a little nervous about going back full-time. I know it won't be bad. I just always get nervous about the unknown. I have 3 classes tomorrow. My geography lab (for the geography class I took 6 years ago at BYU), my advanced children development, and language and literature. They'll all take a lot of work, but I'm looking forward to learning more about children and their development.
Christmas was fun. I was at home for 2 1/2 weeks. That's the longest I've been home for Christmas since I graduated from highschool 12 years ago. It was a blast. I spent a few days with my brother Bryan and his family in Gillette. They then came to Lovell for New Year's. We were all together for that. I was able to do my favorite thing over the break: take a nap with each of the neices. They are all so cute. I'll be sure to post pictures next time. I watched Whitney, the youngest neice, for 5 of the days I was home while her mom and dad worked. She is a doll. Her laugh is great. It sounds forced, but it's not. I miss them all tons. I wish I could see them more often.
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Hair Cut
I got my hair cut this weekend. It's a lot shorter than I thought it would be, but it's fun. Spikey in the back and longer on the front. It'll take time getting used to it, but I think it'll still be fun.
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