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JP took me to the Dominican Republic in April. We had such a blast. I'll post more pictures soon. I am going to miss this guy in a couple of weeks when I leave for Europe!

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Janie! I love your bangs. So. Cute. Just in case you were wondering, I got this photo off of Brittany's blog. So sad I missed you guys last weekend. But so glad you got to see each other.

after last season...

I vowed to be done with the bachelor. ABC created a lot of drama with the Jason, Melissa, Molly triangle. Now I know this is going to sound harsh but lets be honest...because NO relationships work coming out of this show (with the exception of Ryan and Trista) they have to stir things up so that people will stay tuned. 

BUT I did just watch the premiere of the bachelorette. shocking. maybe even a little appalling. but true.

Thoughts... 

Lots of weirdos and a lot of guys who may be good looking but that's about all they've got. I thought some of the guys acted like girls and kid you not thought they were God's gift to women and to all mankind. Puke. The latter observation is a whole other post for another day but I can't help but think this about a lot of guys that are "too good looking" or whatever you want to call it. You know the ones that look alien-like. Yeah, maybe they photograph well but it's a safe bet to say they lack personality and/or something. Blessing or curse... you decide?!

I did like a few though. 

These are my favorites for now. 

 

Ed is my FAVORITE so far. He seems down to earth and genuine. I liked that he didn't really know much about the show. I really do think his family put him up to it and that he's ready and wants to focus on a relationship at this point in his life. Jillian and Ed seemed to have a real conversation. He didn't put on a show. Normal would be the word to describe Mr.Ed! At least I hope so...

Kiptyn. Weird name. Cute smile. He seems really comfortable with who he is. I don't think he's going to try and be somebody he's not to score points with Jillian. 

Michael. Although I'm not too crazy about your look, I love that you and Jillian were breakdancing. BUT how are you going to support a family or a girl for that matter breakdancing??? 

Jesse. He could go either way in my opinion. Meaning be a great guy or not. I LOVED the aspiring canadian bit. Definitely stood out.

Brad. I think I will like you but you didn't get much camera time. Funny?? I think you could be. Can't wait to find out. 

Reid. I definitely could see you two as a couple looks wise. Don't you think they would look good side by side? But I'm not sure what you're like since all I really saw was you accepting a rose. Hopefully you'll be a good surprise.

Ok, so seriously if librarians were to wear this... I think I would be one!

I ESPECIALLY love the middle number!

Do you love free stuff?

OK! So this is how this works…The first five people to respond to this post will receive something made by me for you. My choice made especially for you. Of course there are some restrictions and limitations:

1. I make no guarantees that you will like what I make! (Of course, I will try to make something that I think you would like.)
2. What I create will be just for you.
3. It will be done sometime this year.
4. You have no clue what it will be… it may be a story. It may be poetry or an article on properly cleaning your face before a masque. I may draw or paint something. I may bake something and mail it to you. Who knows? Not you, that’s for sure.
5. I reserve the right to do something extremely strange. (This could be fun :)
6. I will send it anywhere! It doesn’t matter where you live!

The catch? The catch is that you must repost this on your own blog and offer the same to the first 5 people who do the same on their blog. The first five people to do so and leave a comment telling me they did will win a FAB-U-LOUS homemade gift by me!!

(copied from Janie's blog)

Jury Duty

So I get a letter in the mail that starts out as follows:

 "On behalf of the judges and staff of the courts of Cache County, greetings."

Why do I get the feeling this isn't going to be the kind of "greetings" I like?!  Feeling confirmed...

Oh great!!  Jury duty.  So I noticed that you can check deceased or does not live here.  I wouldn't go so far as death but I am moving this weekend.  Is that bad?  Can I do that? It's tempting but I might feel un-American...

OR I guess I could see if they will excuse me.  Full time student... yeah that's not a good excuse.

What do you think??

a red letter day

So this came in the mail today. If any of my neighbors happened to be around while I was standing at my mailbox I might be a little embarrassed. I was excited. It's always been a dream of mine to travel abroad. When I say a dream I really mean a dream that started when I was in the 6th grade and stayed with me to this day. Thanks to Ms. Overby, a teacher that I'll never forget. Although I'm not leaving tomorrow this passport made my dream come alive if that makes any sense.  

Over the holidays as I was finishing up my Christmas shopping I saw this cute passport case for a bargain so I decided to buy myself a little Christmas gift knowing that I would be getting a passport soon. Now I'm the proud owner of this nifty little silver thing with a PASSPORT to anywhere tucked inside. Bliss. CIAO!

Roomie Reunion 2009 in HB

Maeve, Hailey, Jill, Me, Erin, Miriam.

Over MLK weekend my girlfriends and I met in Huntington Beach for our annual roomie reunion.  7 years ago I finished high school and headed to BYU-I without knowing a soul. Fate stepped in; we walked into each other's lives, bonded immediately, and have become the best of friends.  When I look back on the times we have shared I can't help but smile, laugh, and be filled with gratitude.  I am convinced that these girls were an answer to an unspoken prayer. Blessed am I to have such authentic, loyal, and beautiful friends inside and out!  

in the saddle

It's too bad I didn't get a picture, but tonight I rode a mechanical 

bull.  Naturally, I was really good. 

Thanksgiving in Midway

This year we had another "not your typical," Thanksgiving.  I have some big shoes to fill someday!  This post is dedicated to the woman behind the scenes, SK!  Everything Sherron does is done with class! It's like I've been able or am learning a rare art form that is almost extinct (Sherron is probably laughing right now... I'm not just talking about her cooking). Thank you for creating moments like this on Thanksgiving and on all the days in between! 

 

I made a turkey this year!

Thanksgiving eve.

We all have indian names on our place cards at Thanksgiving.

The girls.

Boy band photo. 

love someone tonight

 Have you ever wondered what Delilah actually looks like??  I always pictured her in my mind looking like this...

One day my curiosity got the best of me so I google imaged her and she actually looks like this...

Interesting!

     oh and . . .

Happy Oh 9!

a holiday classic

My dad came across the best selling book, The Ultimate Gift by Jim Stovall and loved it. Tonight we sat down as a family to watch the movie (made off the book). I loved it so I thought I'd share it with you...

Summary-

Jason Stevens is living life without any responsibility when his wealthy grandfather dies, this trust fund baby is hoping for a big inheritance but instead his grandfather has devised a crash course on life with twelve tasks or "gifts" designed to challenge Jason. It's his journey of self-discovery and forces him to determine what is most important in life: money or happiness.

The Twelve gifts include- the gift of work, problems, friends, giving, gratitude, family, learning, money, laughter, a day, dreams, and love.

This is a very inspiring movie with a lot of valuable lessons. So if you are looking for a thought provoking movie to watch I recommend watching or reading, The Ultimate Gift.

interesting advertising...

Nielson's was recently introduced to me and I can't believe I lived life without knowing about this little piece of heaven!!  The sign is a little disturbing.  What does that mean anyway?!! Besides the awkward sign, the lemon custard was top notch and is now a favorite treat.    

Just backin' it up at Backer's Pastry Shop. Change the a to an e and we have Becker's (my dad's nickname for yours truly). Maybe they'll hire me...

Miriam and her cute-self.  Needless to say, we had lots of sweets that weekend!

A December Celebration

Last weekend my cousin Ashley and her husband Adam were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple.  It was a really neat experience to be gathered together for this special event.  I'm always amazed at how the Temple quickly puts life into perspective.  I feel renewed and a little bit better each time I go.  

Afterwards we grabbed a bite to eat and enjoyed each other's company. Love you guys!!