UTAH - The greatest snow on Earth

When I moved out to Provo to go to school, I never thought I would call Utah home. But here I am in Va wishing and wanting to go back. I think this is for a couple of reasons. 1. My independence. Making my own decisions, doing what I want and when I want. Thats not saying I do bad things, it's just hard to be own and then come back home to your parents -- especially when your the baby. 2. I dont know the people here anymore. I was so sad the day I left, I had so many friends. I had all these people who came to my going away party- that said they would keep in touch..... I even had a ton email/facebook/texts saying they couldnt wait till I got here for Christmas... you know how many of them have called since I've been here...NONE. I literally have seen none of them. I miss my roommates, I love those girls, they actually care about whats going on and are truly there for me. I called one of my best friends in VA today when I really needed someone and they actually said they were busy playing ping pong. I saw what was important, and it wasn't me. 3. My stuff is in Utah. That's what feels like home. I don't feel like this is my room anymore- no pictures, books, clothes, etc..
I will always love the east coast and I'm moving straight back the minute I graduate but for right now Utah is my home and I miss it.


and p.s. i wrote this whole thing on an ipad......quite an accomplishment if you ask me...have you ever tried to type on one?

Go Go Power Rangers

So last week I noticed that on facebook people started changing their profile pictures to cartoon characters. This continued on for a couple of days, and I was totally lost. Finally yesterday one person posted the reason:

Change your FB profile picture to a cartoon from your childhood. The goal is to not see a human face on FB till Monday, December 6th. Join the fight against child abuse!

This morning I was studying in the Wilk when I overheard a bunch of freshman talking. 

This one guy said: "Yeah dude I saw your FB picture - Sweet! I loved the power rangers." 

Other guy: "hahah yeah I saw everyone else changing their picture, so I changed my picture too. Dunno what it's for, but oh well."

PLEASE TELL ME WHAT THIS DOES FOR CHILD ABUSE. I think it is ridiculous - what does posting a picture on a social website DO (as in an ACTION) in the FIGHT for child abuse. NOTHING. It makes people feel better about themselves because they think they are doing something to help the world. Get involved. Go talk to the local government, social services, see what you can do. Volunteer, give your time - not your facebook  picture. Talk to James Baird - everyday he works with at risk teens to help them. I am taking an internship at the Orem Women's Center to help rape victims. Get outside the comfort of your bedroom on your computer - get your hands dirty and DO something about child abuse. It is a sad depressing thing that these precious children - God's children are victims of abuse.

 I hope that when you get to heaven, when you see one of these children, you can say more than "Hey, I made my profile picture a cartoon for you."

STRESS TIME!

It is officially finals week for me. Let two weeks of no shower, no sleep, and lots of stress and caffeine begin!! The most depressing thing I did this weekend was calculate what I need on my final exams to get A's in my classes.........

On the plus side, I have 90% of my Christmas shopping done!! So when I'm in Virginia, I can just play all day every day!

My favorite thing about the holiday season right this very moment: ELF. I have officially watched it four times since Thanksgiving. It cracks me up every time!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jyCfRHumHU&feature=&p=8FAB8BF06A93DB43&index=0&playnext=1

Baby It's Cold Outside

I woke up to about a foot of snow this morning.

So naturally I decided to drive to church. BIG MISTAKE. I know people in Utah grew up with snow, but that doesn't automatically make you an awesome driver. So you've driven in snow all your life, that doesn't make black ice suddenly visible to you. I hated all those Utah drivers going FASTER than the speed limit, or tailgating me. I will not be driving my car again until Spring.

My thanksgiving break was nice and relaxing. I slept in, did my puzzle, and ate junk food. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Under my Umbrelllaa!

I hate that song. I really do. But today was a cold, rainy day in Provo and I want to write about the cornucopia of umbrellas that I saw today. I really wish I had my camera, I would have taken pictures of all them. I promise in the future, I will have it with me at all times, as to capture these unique experiences.

1. The first thing I noticed was a few guys carrying umbrellas. I didn't know that was acceptable or cool. But I think it's dumb not to carry one just cause you're a guy. So I commend you males that had an umbrella today. Plus, you could probably use it to pick up girls who didn't have one.

2. GOLF umbrellas. They are called GOLF umbrellas for a reason. They are so big so that they can cover the golfer, his clubs, and sometimes the caddy too. They are for GOLFING. Campus is already too crowded. We already feel like cattle being herded into the barn. I almost got knocked out twice today by one of those huge things.

3. This girl had an an umbrella that instead of extending width-wise, it went down length-wise. It was like her own personal bubble. She was reading a book..It was pretty cool.

4. Then there was this elderly man - probably 60s. Looked like a pretty legit professor (probably religion by his dress) carrying a hot pink umbrella with purple swirls. Bless his heart, I'm pretty sure it was his wife's. He was using every ounce of dignity he had to carry that umbrella. I wanted to give him a hug

I thoroughly enjoyed the array of umbrellas on campus today. I never realized people could express their personalities in such a way.

P.S. My umbrella is hot pink with black zebra stripes. Thanks Ash ;)

For one of my best friends!

I remember sometimes when I was sad or upset, you would hold me while I cried and sing:


"Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right.
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right!"


Thanks for that.

"You should write a book, How to Offend Women in 5 Syllables or Less"

Name the movie that quote is from, and you will be my hero! Hint – It’s animated.

This week was probably one of the toughest of my life. Friday night hit rock bottom, so Saturday morning, I got up and I drove. And I drove and I drove, 4 hours until I reached St. George, Utah. Thankfully my Grandpa Smith and Neva welcomed me without much notice! I loved St. George. First, it was warm!!! Provo is cold and rainy, snow is coming! 2^nd, it was gorgeous! I loved the high red mountains and rocks. I can’t wait to hike at Zion soon. I have never liked Utah, I’ve always thought it was hideous. But I want to live in St. George! Grandpa and Neva took me out a delicious dinner (with all the breadsticks I could eat!! My favorite), and then showed me around. It really made me appreciate God’s creations even more. The temple was stunning. It was brilliantly white, huge, and in the middle of the city. It really was picturesque. We drove the skyline and the view was breathtaking. Then Neva stuffed more food in me – peppermint ice-cream and I watched movies. I have been lonely in Provo, so it was nice to have someone dote upon me. The atmosphere was open and refreshing, a much needed break from crowded Provo. Thank you SO much Grandpa and Neva, ya’ll are amazing! I love you both so very much, and I will be back VERY soon!

I learned that I have a tendency to run away from my problems and fears. The drive to and from St. George gave me some quality time with myself and my Savior. I know that the rest of this semester will be tough, I will have to make big decisions and learn about who I am and who I want to become. The Lord really wants me to be patient, and learn to rely on not only him, but myself.

I wish I had taken pictures, but alas, I will have to resort to Google