Lots to do. So little time.

Okay, so my laptop was in the shop for a week and a half so I didn't get a chance to describe some really awesome things that have gone on in my life. And some not so great things.

1. I got an Idaho driver's license. (not awesome) I nearly failed the test because of the random animal laws in Idaho..... But I watched as the lady took my Colorado license and put it in the shredder. I might have shed a little tear. Colorado is my home and that was one of the things that reminded me of it.
2. I was accepted into my program at BYU!!! I am not officially a Communication Disorders major, also known as ComD. Eeeeeep! I am so excited for my classes that I am going to take in the Fall. It is going to be sooooo much fun!!!
3.I got a job through the Temp Agency, working at an Electrical Manufacturing company doing labor work for 12 hours, 3 days a week. Sounds like fun? Why of course! Actually, it was hard work and I got really good at it.
4. I quit my job at the Temp Agency. Quick, huh? Hahahaha! It turned out that the people I worked with weren't the best of people and the environment I was in was not beneficial to me, spiritually and physically.
5. I got a job at the Movie Theater. Woohoo! Free movies for the summer!
6. My brother and his wife just announced that they are going to have a baby!!!! I am going to be an Aunt and I cannot begin to describe how happy that makes me.

There are plenty other things that have been happening, making life crazy and busy.
I love life and I love being home!

Rejuvenate

Sometimes you need a good reminder that you can run faster than you think and love more than you believe.

• Once in a while go run a mile or two.

• See people you haven't in days, months, or even years.

• Be Ambitious To Be Great In The Eyes Of God.

• Do a little Yoga or Zumba or move something other than you eyes on the computer screen. 

• Deliver a loaf of pumpkin bread to a friend.

• Blast Christmas music throughout your entire kitchen.

• Read your scriptures for hours and realize how much you love the gospel.

• Make jokes about your life, always laughing and smiling.

I don't know what this week holds in store for me, but I can say that is going pretty good so far. I have come to understand that I am still that wonderful person that Nauvoo shaped me to be. And I can continue to be that person as long as I trust that that is who the Lord wants me to be. 

Today I went to the Gym with my bud Shelby and I happen to run into 5 different people that I haven't seen in a really long time. 2 of my wonderful sisters from Nauvoo, Natalie from Efy in 2011. 2011!!!  (That's a long time people) Then 2 people from work! It was a fun time and it reminded me of who I was when I knew them and how much I loved that person (all of the pros of the past). 

Today is a day when I realize how much I love my life.

Farewells and Hellos

So my companion in Nauvoo, who has officially become one of my bestest friends, said her farewells in her talk in church today.

She talked about how much Missionary Work means to her and you could just tell that she loves being a missionary for the Lord. Her smile is contagious and I couldn't stop smiling throughout her whole talk. I truly love her.... with ALL MY HEART!

Ain't she just grand?

So my farewell was to her, but my hellos were to a lot of my Nauvoo friends! I saw some people who changed my life and although not everyone was there, I felt their love and miss them continually. It felt like home to be surrounded by people who I grew to be so close to. Their hugs and questions about how my life was doing made me feel on top of the world. Sometimes, that is all that is needed to lift your spirits. 

These people were brought into my life by the Hand of the Lord. My relationships with them were divinely designed. Every moment I have with them means so much to me and I treasure them like a shepherd treasures his sheep.

Life takes us on adventures. Some we don't expect and some we desire to happen, but I have no doubt that the Lord has place in each of our adventures. There is a reason I am living in this apartment complex. There is a reason that I am living with these specific 5 girls. There is reason for my calling. There is a reason that my sister and her husband are still here in Provo (I am SOOOOOOO grateful to them and everything they do for me!) There is a reason that I visit teach certain girls and that I have the certain visiting/home teachers. 

I remember an experience in Nauvoo where I was having an extremely difficult time and I kept asking the Lord why. I told Him that I knew I was in Nauvoo for a reason, but I wanted to know why.  It was so overwhelming to me that I couldn't play in one of the concerts and I literally faked my way through the entire thing then ran to the bathroom to cry my eyes out. I needed to know why but I wasn't getting the answers that I wanted. 

That night I talked to some really special sisters and then sat in the kitchen and wrote down everything that I had learned while in Nauvoo and the things I was grateful for. Then I said a prayer and I wrote my prayer down. It was one of the most amazing expereineces because I got my answer that I didn't need to really know anything because I have already learned so much. 

Nauvoo was a pivotal turning point in my life and I can't wait for the next journey. The Lord has prepared me in ways I had no idea He would. How grateful I am to Him for all He has done for me. 

The people in Nauvoo are apart of my life.... even if they don't think they are, they are. 

I love all of them soooo much!

Living on the edge.

So my good friend Kendra has taught me to take adventures and live life to its fullest.

I tell you now that I took that to heart and..... I signed up to dance in the BYU 2013 Lu'au.

Why?

Um.... I like to dance and I took Polynesian Dance class last year and LOVED it!

So prepare yourselves.
I am living on the edge. Just like Lady Gaga. Waddup!

1st Day of School

One of my earliest memories of the first day of school was when I was in 1st grade. We had moved to New Jersey and this was my second school for 1st grade. I didn't know anyone and I felt super strange....

I remember 4 tables put together and all 3 girls at my table had dark hair and brown eyes. One girl, named Nina, was super mean and I didn't like her at all!

My next recollection of my first day of school was in 3rd grade. We had just moved to California from New Jersey and my mom dropped me off.  All the kids were waiting underneath this pavilion until the security guard told them that they could go. I saw a girl I met a church and to my dismay, we had the SAME EXACT SHOES. Now if you know anything about the first day of school, it's always about the outfit. ALWAYS. don't let anyone tell you any different.

Then zooming past all the years, I now sit in the Joseph Smith building on BYU campus on my first day of school. I may have said that it was all about the outfits.... well I am wearing a worn out pair of converse, rolled up jeans and a girly blouse. No makeup and bed hair. Wow, I live up to my comments, don't I?

Well, I start my classes at 10 which is in 50 mins. I can't wait to get back in the swing of things.
I don't think I can convey the dedication that I want to give my academics this semester.
I want to be accountable for my goals so maybe you guys can help me if I write them on my blog!

Goal 1: Quit watching Hulu. Done with all the TV shows. (except for the weekends)
Goal 2: Don't go home for lunch. Pack a lunch the night before and eat in a building on campus.
Goal 3: STUDY STUDY STUDY in the library. NOT at home.
Goal 4: Go to the temple at LEAST once a week.
Goal 5: Plasma. A MUST.
Goal 6: Go to bed at 9 pm.
Goal 7: Have Fun.
Goal 8: Read my scriptures and Pray all day long.
Goal 9: Smile and say hello to people I see on campus.
Goal 10: Keep my mission with me ALWAYS.

Maybe you guys could help me. Keep me accountable. I want to do my best and I want to stay focused.

Thanks for all you guys do. I love posting on my blog and you guys make it worth it!

Excited for life.

Have you seen this face?

That is how I feel about school right now.
Serious.
I just want to get busy again.

I was donating plasma today and one of the phlebotomists asked me what plans I had for today. I sincerely/sarcastically told her that I had no idea and I could not wait for school to start.

Her reply : "Really?! That is like the first time I have ever heard that...."
My reply: "Well, I have nothing else better to do."

But honestly, I cannot wait for school to start. I truly miss the busyness of everything in Nauvoo. Every minute of every day was planned out and accounted for. To come back and not have anything to do is HARD.

But I am still excited.

Maybe in 2 weeks I will look more like this.

who knows??