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.
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