Alli Rene Burnett

Save the date

2012-01-25T17:12:00.002-07:00

It's been up in the air since we got engaged but we have finally set the date for the wedding.

Make sure you save the date:

April 7th, 2012 @ 1:15

I cannot wait to spend eternity with Clinton!

Content and Smiling

2012-01-22T12:51:00.002-07:00

Here I am sitting in my living room with my sweetheart just relaxing after church. I just had to let the entire world know how happy and content I am. I love feeling this way and I can't stop smiling. I can't wait for the day when I don't have to leave and head back to my parents and I'm here at my home in CJ's arms forever!!

Love is in the air

2012-01-18T11:34:00.007-07:00

I ended my last entry not knowing what would come of CJ's visit, well now I know what his trip was all about.

<3 Love <3

Sunday night we had family dinner and celebrated Granny's birthday. This dinner was Clint's first family dinner with many more to come. The family is just laid back and relaxed and it was nice having him there to spend time with us. At the end of the night Papa asked CJ if they could have lunch the next day so I got a little nervous for them both lol.

Monday seemed like the longest day at work ever. As noon arrived I wondered how the lunch between the 2 most important men in my life was going. I wanted nothing more than for them to get along and to find out what was said.

The walkway at work seemed endless as second shift came walking down to relieve us for the day. They finally got there and I was out the door quicker than I ever have been before and was on my way to the hotel. I got there and grilled CJ on how everything was with Papa. I was reassured that it went well and they had a good time.

I had already bought CJ a ring and was letting him try it on when he dropped to one knee and told me it was my turn to try mine on. I just looked at him and couldn't believe him. There was the most amazing man and ring right before my eyes. He asked me to marry him and I of course said yes!! I love him more than anything and I know he feels the same way. He'll take good care of me and I him and the kids.

the RING!

Beautiful Right?!

I love my family and I can't wait for CJ and the boys to be apart of mine forever. (For you all who don't know he has 3 boys that are adorable) Cody is the oldest and is 11. Then there is Cole and Carson, the twins which are 5.

My little family
Clinton (CJ)
Cole, Cody, and Carson

Isn't CJ handsome?!

Oh how I love him!!

There will be more details to come on the wedding. Feel more than welcome to keep up with things as they come together!

Road Trip

2012-01-16T02:50:00.003-07:00

Last Monday after work I decided to take a road trip. I had called Clint on my lunch break and told him I had thought about driving up to see him but I wasn't certain. While the day hurried along at work I knew I was going to make the journey. I went home and packed rather quickly and told mom where I was going and I'd see her later. We talked for a few minutes then I headed out the door.

All of a sudden I felt like a race car driver. The need for speed was pumping through my body, however I knew I'd rather not get pulled over so I held back. The drive up to Elwood really isn't too bad and is only about 3 hours, give or take some depending on traffic. As I got closer and closer I began to think I had gone to the wrong place. Clint lives in the middle of "Nowhere-ville" as I called it while talking to him. Finally I made it to the house! I was HOME!

That night we went on a drive around town to show me things. Elwood is an older town and not what I'm use to, but change is always good right?!

The next morning he took me to breakfast and it was amazing. Breakfast is my favorite food and I could eat it for every meal almost. That was a good way to start our day off before heading to Indianapolis. The mall is always a good place to take me, plus I needed a new phone cover. I broke mine so what other place has the selection than what's at the mall?!

We ran around town for awhile, and got some lunch before heading to what might be a shock to some of you. You sitting down?? Ok here you have it... we went to David's Bridal. That's right, I went and tried on wedding dresses. Most of you are more than likely thinking..."but he can't see your dress!"... well I'm not that type of girl. I don't mind, after all I want him to like the dress as well. In the end I of course will get the dress I like and he won't know which one it is, but this way I know what kind he likes and doesn't.

That night we went and hung out with his Mom and Step-Dad. It was good getting to know them some and just feel right at home. They are sweet and kind people, even to someone as crazy as me ;)

Wednesday was my last day to spend up there with him before I left. We just spent time together and had lunch at an amazing Italian restaurant. I must say it was amazing! I had more food put in front of me than I knew what to do with.

When it came time for the ride back to Louisville my heart ached. I didn't want to leave this place, nor him. Clinton is one of the best things that's happened to me. I love him with all my heart and it broke my heart to drive away. I was at least glad to know that I would see him real soon as we had already made plans for him to come down and visit that Sunday (yesterday).

Clinton is down here and I'm more than excited to see what this trip holds for us!

Best "weekend" ever

2012-01-07T16:43:00.006-07:00

My weekends are a little different from most peoples, mine is Tuesday and Wednesday. I really don't mind having an odd schedule however a social life is out of the question pretty much.

Well last weekend on my Friday (Monday), I was working visitation so I didn't get a lunch break, no biggie. Just means I get to leave about an hour early...

(Clinton had taken my weekend off and drove down to spend it with me)...

The idea hit me to head up to LaGrange and surprise him. So I go to the hotel he is staying at and knock on his door and boy did I love the smile that welcomed me!

We spent the night just being us and going out on the town. All I know is this man MUST love me because he went and sat through Breaking Dawn with me :)

Tuesday we spent the day together and man did we have a blast! The morning started off with me going to pick him up and being his wonderful chauffeur for the day. After I finally decided what we were going to do we headed to Louisville. It's amazing how being in his presence make my day ten times brighter. We can ride in silence or be rocking out to the music and be content and happy with just being together.

First stop of the day was the Louisville Science Center. That's right... I'm a geek... gotta love me right?! For those of you who have never been it's a cool place, check it out sometime. It has lots of hands on experiments you can have fun with. We spent awhile there and built a tower out of blocks to see if it would withstand an earthquake. One of the experiments you can do is building an arch. I must say it was VERY nice to have such a tall man around to help me. I am soooo short that I couldn't put half of the blocks where they belonged. Clinton had to hold them all while I did I best to put it together, we eventually got the arch together just to watch it crumble to the ground. We did a few other fun activities then headed on to the next adventure of the day.

Lunch was next on the agenda and Subway was what I craved. We sat down and ate then just talked for awhile. We really were just enjoy our time together. Then the phone call came... Papa called to tell me some news. Alan Tyler who was like a second father had passed away that morning. My heart sunk as I held back the tears. He had been sick for years and in the last 4 or 5 months had taken a turn for the worse. I know he is better off and in no pain, it's still hard though. I am grateful for my knowledge of the plan of salvation and the role it plays in this life and the hereafter. Clinton was so sweet to me and he made all the difference in my day and how I reacted to the news. Knowing I have a man that loves me unconditionally is more than I could ever ask for.

Family is important to Clinton and I so I decided it was time he got to know most of mine. The next stop was Laura's house. Dom was at the door ready to let us in when we showed up. He is such a cutie at times! Bethany and Laura were inside waiting to visit with us also. After we spent sometime over there we went over to Amy's. Claire and Nick had been over the first time Clinton came and Claire was scared of him, more like shy almost. We had a good time and after awhile Claire warmed up to him.

That night we went out to dinner and while we were there mom called and asked me to take Grandma to the doctor the next morning. I wasn't too excited about that knowing that in the afternoon Clint would have to leave to head home, but I agreed anyway. When I got off the phone and told him he simply asked what time to be at the house to go :) Such a simple thing to show me he cares. Of course the next morning Grandma and he met as we headed out.

Before Clint left I took him to a few of my favorite stores around LaGrange. My favorite book store (once again I'm a geek) and the arts and crafts store. While there he got me a few new items for making my watches. I like to make watch bands so I have one to match most outfits I have. Overall we had a good time.

It was sad to watch him drive away but I knew I'd see him soon!

Us in front of the weird yet cool mirror at the Science Center

Me of Course

Man we're cute!

Working on our little tower

Wonderful Ending

2011-12-31T19:38:00.002-07:00

As the year comes to an end I must say overall the year has been rather well to me. I've had the ups and downs but they have made me who I am.

The last few weeks have made this year worth everything. My dating life had been at a standstill and I was just about to give up when this amazing man appeared from nowhere. I am more than blessed to have him to be apart of my life. I could go on for days telling you about him but I'm sure you all would get sick of it all. What's the most important thing you need to know is that I love him! He's a man that holds the gospel to his heart and is worthy to hold the priesthood and use it when need be. He strives to live the best he can and he makes me want to be the best I can as well. He's an added bonus to a great year! The Lord knows my needs and takes care of me how He sees fit, and that's Clinton!

Oh how I love this man

Home Again

2011-11-17T18:18:00.002-07:00

Last week I took some time off and headed out to Utah. I had fun hanging out with Heather and the family. I also enjoyed spending more time with Jayson as well. It was good seeing him again and just being good friends. While in Utah I went to Provo and visited Kim and Tyler, and Tyler JR now! Kainoa also moved to Provo after I moved back home to Kentucky last year, I got to see him and spend the afternoon with him also. I'm home now and life continues as it was before. It was tough getting up early and going to work, yet I did it and I'm happy as can be. Hope all is well with everyone!

Life as I know it

2011-11-02T18:12:00.002-06:00

Where to start?!

Well I guess first off I was released from being the Relief Society President this past week. Since I work every Sunday it was difficult trying to keep up with things.

Then speaking of work I was offered to apply for a state position! I'm excited and look forward to getting the perks that come with the job.

Also this coming week I will be headed to Utah! I can't wait to see Heather and the family. I also can't wait to see Jayson and have a good visit with him :) I miss my friends out there and hope to see them when I get the chance. I also hope to see what will come with maybe going back to school for law enforcement. We'll see what all comes from this trip. Hopefully the reason for this trip will workout!!

Shopping Spree

2011-10-18T18:09:00.003-06:00

I had a day off which felt good and I had a blast as I went shopping. I went to the mall and got plenty of new clothes and shoes. I know it's not that exciting but it was a day out I needed. I had fun just spending time by myself. Here are the shoes I got today :)

Enjoying Life

2011-09-21T09:58:00.005-06:00

Here I am sitting and relaxing on my day off and figured I could share what's been going on lately. Everyone should know already there was a time were things just seemed to be going downhill with work, the love life, and the car and since then of course things have been looking up. I'm doing rather well and enjoy my job.

In our family we always joke about there being "The Burnett Curse" and for me the part of the curse is not having many friends, or at least not feeling very involved even if I have some. Lately I have found a friend that breaks the curse. I finally have a friend that accepts me for me and we have a good time hanging out. It's just refreshing to have someone to talk to (besides family). I'm just glad that the Lord is blessing my life in many ways right now. I am grateful for all He does for me and will continue to do.

Along the line of work, I am loving my job as I have mentioned. However it has opened my eyes to many things in life. I sometimes wonder if I want to do something else along the lines with the law. I don't know what I would want to do, but I really enjoy this line of work. If you know me well it fits me, but most people wouldn't see me doing my job. I love the fact I am helping people in away others cannot. As I get to know those around me my heart aches for some of them and others I feel sorry for. To sit there and see what is happening with their life is heartbreaking. I know we are all children of our Heavenly Father and I know it must hurt Him to see where they have taken their lives, yet I KNOW He still loves them. Somehow I feel like I am supposed to help them and be His hands, I just don't know how and in what way. So if anyone has any input (even if you don't know me) feel free to share! I'm open minded to what there is out there.

One other thing :) Hopefully sooner than later I'll be going to Utah for a little visit to see someone! This makes me happier than anyone can imagine. Life is coming together and I feel amazing about everything. Now it's just a matter of when for the rest to happen.

Twizler

2011-09-03T13:03:00.004-06:00

It's time I moved on from Baby so today Twizler came into the picture. I have a love of twizlers and red vines so since my new car is red, that's what her name became :)
She has a sunroof, 4WD, a hitch, and much more that I love.

Anyway I have a new (to me at least), Chevy Blazer so here it is.

Baby Ouch!

2011-08-21T18:32:00.004-06:00

Everyone should know Baby (my car) had been in the shop for awhile and I finally got her back on Monday August 15th! Well Thursday the 18th Baby decided she was going to die again and this time maybe for good. Baby and I got in an accident and weren't too bad off. I was really sore of course and she had some damage to her hood. So off we went to head home with Mom and Grandma behind us just encase anything happened. Oh am I so glad they were there. Not enough half a mile down the road I was scared more than ever in my life. I've lived through some pretty tough and trying things but this did me in. I was driving along when the hood of Baby came off in the back (by the windshield) and came into my car, causing the front to pop up and come flying in as well! I couldn't see a thing of course so I hurry to the side of the road where I almost hit a speed limit sign, or something. Mom and Grandma's reaction was OH MY as they saw other parts of my car flying through the air. The officer wasn't far away who had taken the report and was there in a matter of a couple of minutes. As I through my car in park all I could do was open my car door and fall to the ground. I have no idea what was going on around me what traffic was doing until I saw my mom and the officer walk over to me. I was scared out of my mind and shaking like no other. All I remember is the officer saying something along the lines of "she just needs a good cry" and pretty much not to touch me for I was covered in glass. Next thing I know the ambulance is coming and the check out my eyes for glass and take my vitals and what not and ask if I want to go with them. Let's be for real, last time I was in one I had major neck and back issues and didn't really want to go so I opted out. When all was said and done, Mom and Grandma helped me home and all I wanted to do was take a shower, so I did. Finally Papa comes home (he had been in Ohio for business) and comes and hugs me. for some reason fathers hugs always make things better. Even though I am alright for the most part Baby sure isn't. Now I'm playing the waiting game to see if my car insurance is going to fix her or total her. In away I want to a new car, but Baby and I have been through so much and she is all mine. She's paid for and everything. I guess only time will tell.

TIMBER!

2011-08-21T18:25:00.002-06:00

Last Sunday. August 14 I was woke up to the sight below. Sorry the first 2 pictures are kind of blurry they were taken through my window so it's the screen.

Papa on top of the tree

The tree in our yard finally came down after years of us waiting for it!

Reliving Our Childhood

2011-08-13T10:42:00.006-06:00

About a month ago my sisters Laura and Amy went with me for a little time traveling trip. We headed out for the 80's and ended up right in front of NKOTB and BSB! For those of you who don't know who that is... shame on you lol, it's New Kinds On the Block and Back Street Boys.

WE had a fun night out as sisters and reliving our childhood. Only way it would have been better was if Heather could have been there to make it complete. Growing up we all were fanatics. We each had our own "barbie" doll of EACH KNOTB member, t-shirts, back-packs, sleeping bags, sheets, etc! We had a blast. Glad I got to go with them!!!!

Matthew Morrison

Mr. Schuester frome Glee was the opening act!

We loved their outfits!

Yes that IS a rats tail!

Loving the New Job

2011-08-01T20:25:00.002-06:00

Well last week I started the new job and I am loving it so far. Unlike most of the officers up there I haven't had much training, they have just thrown me to the dogs. I've done some fun tasks and some unpleasant ones. Today I got to take my first field trip and take someone to the hospital for testings, I got to help check in someone, and dealt with some that just didn't want to listen. It keeps you busy and makes the day go be faster also. I really am enjoying working there and can't wait for what else is to come!

One Year Older and Wiser Too

2011-07-30T16:35:00.002-06:00

Happy Birthday to

ME!!!

Today this little girl turned 23. Man I'm growing up and too fast at times, and not fast enough at others :)

Turning Around

2011-07-19T20:55:00.002-06:00

Lately we all know I haven't been too happy with things in my life. Well today I was finally offered the job I really wanted! Prepare yourself for this because it's not what most people see me doing, or think would be a good fit for me, however I am WAAAAYYYY excited. I'm going to be working at the Kentucky State Penitentiary in the psychiatric ward as an officer! I can't wait to start :)

Cumberland Falls

2011-07-17T18:59:00.004-06:00

This past weekend almost 80 of us singles got together and headed down to Cumberland Falls in southern Kentucky. We had a camp out and then headed down the river. Some of us canoed while others kayaked, I was personally kayaking. Not long into the trip down the river Josh and I managed to get caught on a rock... fun right?! So the kayak wouldn't loosen so it took 3 men to pull it out and empty it out (I helped as well... or tried to). My legs got cuts and bruises on them from where the kayak was full of water and actually sinking with me still in it. While it was sinking it went under the other kayak and was turning (with me in it keep in mind). So finally I get out of it but my ankle was beat up some, but we got it all taking care of and went on down the river again. What a beautiful thing Heavenly Father gave to us, nature. As we continued down the river I really was reminded of what all we have been blessed with.

When our trip was to an end Josh and I were headed towards the side of the river when we were taken by surprise. When I mean taken, I mean it literally. Our kayak was overturned by a big wave that came from nowhere and flipped us out and sent the kayak down the river. Josh was lucky enough to end up closer to the river bank than I. The current was moving so fast and rapidly that it swept me away in the the middle of the river and farther down stream. As I finally get my footing on a rock I happened to find (underwater so it was slippery) I start praying loud and more intense than I ever have in my life.

Here I am stuck in the middle of this river and I'm using every ounce of energy and strength I have to keep from moving further down stream. However I wasn't strong enough and it continued to move me but not much. Josh is standing in the water closer to the bank looking helpless as to how to help me, and I just tell him to go to the bank. As I said I was praying loud and more intense than I ever have (I was actually screaming the pray towards the Heavens), for I was afraid for what would come if I didn't get out of the river soon.

Keep in mind of where we were kayaking. The place is called Cumberland FALLS! Behind me is the waterfall that would surely be the death of me I thought if I didn't get out soon. I couldn't stand there much longer when finally the current slowed down enough that I thought I could move sllllowllly towards the bank. It took me awhile and I finally made it, however there now was another issue, the kayak.

The Kayak was father down the river than we both were, but we are so grateful that some of my friends were able to stop it from going over, along with all our stuff! The Lord loves us and makes sure we are taken care of even in times of need.

While on the bank we have to figure away out for the bank was all rocks that lead into a forest kind of. As we start to climb some, out of nowhere my friend Lance appears to come help us. He had been standing on the bridge above and couldn't see us but only the kayak and figured someone needed help and headed towards us. He helped Josh and I up this little hill/ forest to the main road and walk back to our group.

Needless to say, I cannot thank the Lord enough for His tender mercies and love. Josh and I had a great time with our friends even though we had a little trouble. It really was a marvelous trip and sight to be reminded of what all the Lord has done and given us.

Here are some pictures I have found online of where we were, needless to say my camera is now long gone, along with the pictures. Enjoy and never forget to thank your Heavenly Father for all that He has done for us. I am thankful for the answer to my prayer in my time of despair.

Cumberland Falls

The falls again

Here is the bridge that Lance was on, and part of the river.

The River

The bank of the river along the way

One of those days

2011-07-08T22:53:00.003-06:00

This week has been crazy and I've had to do everything to keep from screaming.

Well today it all just finally built up and I just had to yell and scream (don't worry not at anyone but the pillow at least) I'm going nuts and I feel like I just can't take anymore. I miss my friends out west and even more so my best friend. I talk to him but it's not the same as seeing him everyday and just being there. Also I got baby (the car) back on Wed, just for it to be back in the shop on Fri. How unfair is that?! Now I am car-less because baby is not getting fixed :( So what am I to do now. I am car-less, hate my job, and can't stand where I live (not the house but just KY)!

UGH it's one of those days!

Update on Baby

2011-06-29T21:41:00.004-06:00

Yesterday I took Baby into the mechanics. They spent all day trying to figure out what was wrong and so as of this afternoon they couldn't get Baby to just shut off like she'd being doing for me (one of MANY issues they're working on). So they took her for a little drive and sure enough they had to tow her back to the shop because she died right in the middle of the road like I told them she would! As of right now I have no other news but that I am not crazy and I was right... that will teach them to not believe me again! (:

Baby Trouble Again

2011-06-26T22:37:00.002-06:00

Baby is having troubles again and this time I'm pretty sure it's not gonna get fixed this time! Makes me really sad because she is mine and paid for. However I know I need to do something and to fix her will cost just as much as a new car more than likely :(

(p.s. Baby is my CAR for those who don't know)

Adventures

2011-06-20T20:17:00.004-06:00

This past Friday I got off work early so Kady and I got ready for our adventure! We headed for a tee-ball game but it got rained out :( So we went bowling for her first time instead. Kady soon fell in love with the game and cannot wait to go back again soon. Not to mention she totally beat me (But she had bummers and a ball ramp).

Kady Bug and Me

And now your gone

2011-06-11T09:46:00.003-06:00

First off I'd say like to say sometimes life doesn't make sense and I know it's not always going to, but I just wish it did! Last week I lost one of my childhood friends. This alone wasn't happy, but she left behind a 2 year old daughter and my heart goes out to her. She was a single mother and I ache to wonder what will happen with our loving little Ry! ...

I was sitting here getting things together for my Relief Society Presidency meeting today and afterward I just started thinking. Those of you who know me, that's not always a good thing lol!

Anyway I think everyone knows how it feels when life is going great and something comes up or happens that you don't know what to do about. Then from there it's as if everything else seems to fall apart as well. I'm not saying by any means that my life is falling apart, but I do feel like I'm just froze.

I'm stuck at a dead end job, I love the kids, but I honestly don't like who I work for and how things are ran. So I try to figure out what I should do with my life, and like always nothing feels right. For once I wish something amazing would just land in my lap or be thrown at me that is a great opportunity. I do my best to look for new jobs, look at schools, and careers, but nothing just feels like it's what I'm supposed to be doing. Then when I'm down on myself for all this, others come along and have to keep feeding to me that I need to do something with my life. Or tell me I'm not trying hard enough! Do you NOT see me going and trying?! Really?!?! Do you think I LIKE feeling like a failure, do you think I LIKE feeling like I can't do anything worthwhile?! REALLY?! I am tired of it all.

When these times come, I tend to miss my best friends. I miss them and just wish I could be around them. I was looking back at my old blogs today just so I could see them and long for the life I had back then. I felt like my life was headed somewhere, I felt like I was doing something that actually counted. I felt like what I was doing made others happy and proud of me. I hate the feeling I have now. I know I have a good life and I shouldn't be complaining and in my own mind I'm not, I'm just expressing my feelings. I have a family that loves me and an amazing man and little girl in my life. I have the gospel of Jesus Christ and a calling that makes me feel the love of the Savior for me and others. However my career/school life seems to just be falling apart . I just wish I knew what to do. I'm tired, wore out, and just plain sick of this. I'm ready for something, but I don't know what the Lord has in store for me and that is the frustrating part to me,

not knowing!

Flowers

2011-05-29T21:53:00.004-06:00

Last weekend Bethany and Dominic came over to help plant flowers with grandpa, and when they got here they had a little friend to play with also. Kady and Josh were over and they had fun playing and getting to know everyone.

Bethany taking a break already

Kady and Papa

Kady and Bethany

Aren't the girls so cute working hard?!

Our little gardeners

Hanging out

Playing around in the backyard relaxing

Josh and I

Josh, Kady, and I

Human Punching Bag?!

2011-05-15T19:06:00.003-06:00

Once again it has happened, another student has sent me to the doctor. This time however it was a complete accident! We were outside playing on the playground and my little Kady jumped up as I bent over to pick her up and well her head busted my eye. She gave me a black eye along with a nice cut across my eyelid.

I know it's the greatest picture, but this was the day after.

My little Kady and I, before the eye was busted lol

Mother's Day

2011-05-08T20:32:00.002-06:00

Happy Mother's Day Everyone!

Granny, Me, Laura, Amy, Mom

Bethany givin' me lovin'

The kiddos and their fav Aunt!

Mom, Laura, Bethany, Amy, Claire, Me

*Momma and Me*

I love you sooooo much. Thank you for all you do for me and our family. You are more than I could ever ask for!

Brotherly Love

2011-04-25T15:34:00.002-06:00

Being as yesterday was Easter I believe we all reflect on our Savior. It means more than words can express the love and kindness that He provides to me and those around me. The fact He was willing to come live and die for me is more than I can ever begin to comprehend, however I know He would do everything all over again just to save me and my lost soul.

When I think of the Atonement and how much it means to me I stand in awe. Without the power, mercy, and justice that is served and fulfilled I would never be able to return to live with my Heavenly Father and see Him again. I know I have done many of things over my life time to let Him and others down, but I know I have been forgiven as I have felt His love and tenderness in my life. I am eternally grateful for the love of my Savior who is my Elder Brother. I love Him and cannot wait for the day when I can see Him face to face and thank Him for all the tender mercy and love He has shared on my behalf.

My World Just Flips Upside Down

2011-04-21T17:16:00.002-06:00

The title of this really has nothing to do with what I'm going to say... it's just a line in a song I'm listening to right now :)

Anyway I'm just sitting here getting somethings ready for my class next week and for parent night as well. While doing this I'm of course listening to music as always which is why I am writing. Music is an amazing part of life. When I can't seem to find the right words, or the right thing to cheer me up, or anything at that matter I know I can also go to music.

Since I was little I've always sang and played the piano. One of the most relaxing things in the world to me is simply sitting down at the piano and singing the Hymns and play other church music. No matter what is going on in my life I know I can find peace and love in them and lately that's what's helping me through things.

It honestly seems like nothing ever seems to workout the way we plan or even hope for (I know that's life, but still). When opportunity's are placed in our path and we are excited for them before we know it, it feels like it's ripped from us. Having a greater knowledge I do understand that sometimes things aren't meant to be and just aren't right for that time, but that doesn't make anything less painful.

If you read my blog more than likely you know about my job and how unhappy I am. I love kids and I love helping them to learn and grow, but I am not happy with who I work for and the way everything is managed. I come home miserable most days, and half the time I'm not even in my own classroom anymore. I don't know what to do because I have done my best to look for another job and everything just doesn't show anything. It gets to you! I try my best to just keep my head up but sometimes it's not good enough, you know what I mean?

If I could do anything in the world, I would just love for music to be my career! It's the most wonderful thing. I wish I could just somehow be able to do so, know the right person, or something, I'm just tied of feeling like I fail at everything I try to do.

Thunder Weekend

2011-04-18T10:43:00.004-06:00

This past weekend was Thunder Over Louisville! For those of you who do not know what that means... go repent! No for real though it's the kick off to the KY Derby festival, and not to mention the largest firework show in North America. It's always been fun to go, but since I haven't lived here in 5 years for it I've missed out. However this year I went with the singles. WE got tickets to the River Bats game that day (the were horrible for once :( sad) and had fun just hanging out there. Here are just a few pictures of the day.

Me, Vanessa, and Amanda

Kev and I

*ME*

Vanessa and Me

Travis, Me, Amanda, Vanessa, and Pablo

Breaking News

2011-04-05T20:41:00.002-06:00

Breaking News!

Today started out as a normal work day for my class and myself. WE had breakfast, then had circle time. We practiced writing the letter "Aa" and then played for a little. After awhile we picked up and did bubbles and got out out pet hermit crab "Sally". The kids love to get her out and watch her "run" around the room as they say. Then it was off to lunch. Well everyday after lunch we have nap time... let me back up a little.

There's one kid in my class who has some issues hitting... and the child tends to take it all out on me for the most part. I'd rather this child hit me than any of the other students, but lately the kid has been hitting more and more....

Well at nap time today this child decided to attack me. That's right just full on beat me. I finally got this kid off of me and I lay in the middle of my class room crying because I first off shouldn't have to take this abus and second off I was in pain. I get another teacher to trade rooms and she looked at me amazed as to what this child has done to me. My body is coverd in red marks from the fists and my eye and left side of my face are red too where my face took some hits as well.

I go home and take some medicine and what not to help the pain and what not. Nothing seems to help, so I head back to work to get information to go to the doctors under workmans comp. I go to the doctor and they take xrays and low and behold the child has fractured my jaw. Breaking news aye! A child can break a grown adults face!

I'm just taking it easy and taking the medicine I was given, however I am HUNGRY! I can't hardly open my mouth and it hurts to talk. Overall my day wasn't the best I've had in a long time. The only upside to this mess was when Jay told me he was moving closer officially :) Made me smile (as big as I could without hurting too much lol).

Certain Someone

2011-04-04T10:28:00.004-06:00

So there's a certain someone in my life (and from the past) that makes me smile everyday! I feel like a little school girl sometimes and I can't help but giggle... Can't wait to see him.

And Happy Birthday to sweet little Bethany! Today she is 4!

Let Down

2011-04-02T21:53:00.003-06:00

My Cats let me down tonight. The first half was rough and I felt like they just had given up. After half they came back alive and almost had it. Really.... 1 point difference! I'll always bleed blue and support my team! Go Cats! I still love ya!

Last Day!

2011-03-31T14:52:00.003-06:00

Today is my last day! I go in to work in about 40 minutes at hometown. It will be my last time for awhile... (or until the have someone call in and need me to fill in). It's been such a long day already that I honestly don't even want to go in. Work was one of the worst days ever! The kids were crazy, well mainly just a certain one. All I know is a kid should not make their teacher want to run out of the room and cry for many of reasons. I've had enough of it and things MUST change or else I won't put up with it the way it is now. Anywho I'm off to get ready for the next job. Later!

Goodbye Hometown

2011-03-25T23:38:00.002-06:00

For those of you who do not know, my sisters and I have all worked at a restaurant called Hometown Pizza. I personally have worked there the longest, 7 years! Next week is my last official week there and I'm kind of amazed. I have mixed feelings about leaving, but at the same time they're going to keep on on call. That way I can still work every once and awhile for fun. I decided to leave since I work full time now. It's hard to keep both jobs and have sleep. I wake up early and go to bed way late. Overall it's going to be weird, but I think it will be good for me.

I also smile a lot more because of someone. If you know me well enough, you should know who that is :) :) :) :)

night

2011-02-22T22:45:00.004-07:00

Once again I haven't written often, so sorry. My life isn't too exciting nowadays. All I do is work, work, work. Teaching preschool again and still serving at night really leaves me with no time. However I have decided I really don't have any good friends here in Kentucky anymore. There are a few that I have kept up with over the years, however we talk and see each other once a month or so. This makes my life rather boring. I'm a single kid who just wants to live life and enjoy it while I can. I've decided I miss Utah the most because of the friends I had there. Don't get my wrong I love my friends from Idaho as well, but in Utah I felt my life was finally starting to come together. I miss it like mad craziness right now and would do just about anything to be there. Anytime I think about what I want to do with my life I just can't stop thinking about Utah... weird I know. Growing up I was the one who said I would never live there, and now I want to go back there. Anyway that;s all I really have to say.

It's off to bed I go. night!

Sleepover

2011-02-19T10:14:00.009-07:00

The past couple of weeks I've been really sick and Bethany has wanted to have a sleepover. So last night I went over and picked her up and she came over. We went to Wal-Mart and picked up some essentials for a sleepover... nail polish, oreo's, etc. She had put in her request for pizza for dinner so we headed home and did our nails while we waited on Grandma and Grandpa (Nick, Amy, and Calire as well) to arrive with the pizza. While they baked we all played some Hi-Oh Cherrio's, it's her new favorite game. We just hungout afterwards and watched some TV. Then it was off to bed where Bethany was too excited about her first sleepover to sleep. I tried getting her in bed at 8:30 (let's be for real she's almost 4 so that's late to her) but she just laid there and laid there. I would be laying there and she'd pop up and ask me what I was doing and I'd tell her to go to sleep. So around 10 o'clock she finally asked for me to get in her bed with her... in her sleeping bag. I agreed as it is her first sleepover away from home that she actually is aware of, she's spent the night several times when she was a baby, but this was different. As soon as I got in bed with her she was out cold. Then about 5:30 came around and there's this little girl in my face... "is it time to get up?" :) "Not yet Bethany, go back to sleep... ok" Around 7:30 we finally stumbled out of bed and found Grandpa to put in our Breakfast Order. Pancakes! YUMMY!

Afterward we played some games with Grandma and helped Grandpa fx one of her chairs. Then one last game on the computer, then it was time to head back home. Overall Bethany and I had a blast at our first real sleepover together. Being the single aunt is fun because I get to do things the others don't :) I love little Bethany... well I guess she's not so little anymore. Thanks for playing with me this weekend!

Getting ready for bed.

Grandpa caught us snuggling and sleeping.

Getting ready for the day. Braiding her hair :)

Helping to mix the pancake batter.

Grandpa making breakfast for us :)

Our Pretty Nails

Grandma and Bethany playing Princess Bingo

Getting Ready to help Grandpa.

Hard at work with Grandpa fixing the chair.

Last but not least... Ant Farm!

Catching Up

2010-12-29T00:55:00.004-07:00

It's been a rather long time since I last posted, so here I am trying to play catch up. Honestly not too much has happened. November 23 my nephew Austin was born! Then the family had a good Thanksgiving just relaxing and spending time together. Then comes the excitement that comes along with the month of December for us. We have 3 birthdays, plus Christmas. Laura's birthday is the 2nd and she was hoping that Claire would share her birthday. However my little niece Clarie just missed the 2nd and was born Dec 3rd @ 1:35 am. How amazing is that our family was blessed with not one but two sweet babies this year. Just a couple days after the newborn Papa had his birthday on the 6th! That first week was awful busy, but also fun.

Rylee with her little brother Austin

Claire and I

After the excitement had settled down it was time to prepare for Christmas! Christmas is such an amazing time of the year. We get to ponder and reflect upon our Savior. He has done so much for each and everyone of us it's hard to comprehend it at times. His birth was such a marvelous event.

This year everyone but Heather's family was here for Christmas. We sure missed having them, but it was still a good Christmas for us overall.

December 27th my friend Josey turned 21! So a group of us went out to dinner and what not. We had a good time and all made it home safe and sound that night. Happy Birthday to everyone!

Tabitha, Kelcie, Michelle, Liz, Josey, Me, Ali

Deanna, Courtney, Amber, and Alyssa

Ali, Josey, Me, and Liz

<3>

Gummy Bear

2010-11-17T21:17:00.003-07:00

Today when I walked out of the house there was a package sitting there. When I looked closer it had MY name on the label. I opened it, and this is what was in side! Jeff sent me the world's largest gummy bear. 5 pounds of gummy bear, and it's equivalent to 14,000 normal ones!

Good Ole Barn Dance

2010-11-09T16:52:00.003-07:00

This year for Halloween some of us headed to Nicholasville KY for some good ole country fun a barn dance! Here's just some of the good times that were had.

Paul and his country girls!

Carissa and Me

Daniel, Andrea, and Caleb
The YMCA

Carissa, Dallin, Paul, Emily, Justin, and Will

Dallin and I dancing

Apple-bobbing

Andrea, Spencer, and I

Pumpkin Roll

2010-11-04T18:53:00.005-06:00

My obsession for pumpkin has struck once again. Papa was wanting something made out of his pumpkins, however he didn't know what to make, so I took over and made my homemade pumpkin roll! I peeled, cut, and boiled the pumpkin and made the puree. From there I was able to start the baking. Here are some of the pictures from it all. Sorry if the pictures aren't the best, they're from my phone.

YUMMY

My Pumpkin I picked with DJ

My Pumpkin and Mom's Flower's

No idea what to call this...

2010-10-29T11:38:00.002-06:00

I guess I should catch everyone up on my life as of lately. I haven;t really done too much but work, hangout with DJ, and the singles. Then this past week I had started a a new job and well long story short glad to not be working there anymore. However in the short time I did work there the kids in my class happened to get me sick :( I broke down this week and went to the doctor and had a sinus infection and 2 ear infections.... yuck! Anyway tonight I should be going to a haunted house... should be interesting I hate being scared. I need a strong man to come and keep me safe, any suggestions?!

Pumpkins

2010-10-06T20:45:00.004-06:00

We all know that I love anything pumpkin, so today DJ and I headed off to Huber Farm to pick our own pumpkins! Fun I know. Even though we might not have pictures of us with our pumpkins, I promise we did get them (DJ hates pictures taken so I was lucky to get what I did ). We had a really good time. Afterward we went back to his place and just hung out until he had to go to work tonight. Overall it was a perfect fall day <3

DJ and I

Isn't he a cutie!

Not the best of me, but it works...

Aren't we adorable?!

YES WE ARE!!!!

Blah

2010-09-28T14:18:00.002-06:00

As I lay here about to get ready for work I thought I would take a few minutes to write for myself. I miss my life out west. This move really is harder on me than I thought it would be. All my friends are out there and seeing them all together kinda hurts. I'm glad they're all there for each other, trust me, however I just wish I was there with them. Yes I might have my church friends here, but it's not the same. I can't just up and go on a road trip when I like, go to the lake, or go over to someones house and just spend the night because we want to. One thing I have missed the most is Sunday game night with all my friends. I started it in Utah with my friends there and continued to do so in Rexburg. It just feels like now that I live back here, my life is planned out and I feel like a puppet. I feel like I have certain things to do and if I do anything else or hangout with the wrong people that I have to explain who and where I am going. I am use to living a life where I can just up and do something, or not really have plans but just hang out at someones house. Here I feel like I can't do this. For the last week or so I've just started to feel like I'm in a box with noway out and that the walls are coming in on top of me... (Have I ever mentioned I am claustrophobic?)... not a good feeling. Just knowing that this time the move is for good is weird. I know we all grow up and must move on at some point in time. I just am having a difficult time with this, even more so since I don't know what I'm doing with my life. I feel like a ball of emotions and that I'm going to explode if I don't get my thoughts out, so that is the reason for this post. Sorry if it's not cheerful or has anything entertaining or exciting for you to read. If you have made it to this point of it... good for you... this post is mostly just for me, but of course you are more than welcome to read. There is a lot more on my mind, but sadly I have to go to my dead end job (But I am at least glad I have a job). Loves.

So much has happened

2010-09-17T11:30:00.011-06:00

I haven't really blogged about my life as far as what I've been doing since the move, so I thought I would just catch up real fast. I'm not the greatest at taking pictures of everything, I usually steal them from others :) So I'm sorry for the lack of them.

Anyway, I went to the zoo with Laura, Dom, and Bethany one day a couple weeks back. We had a blast. However there were geese that kept trying to eat our food so I would chase them away. Bethany thought it was hilarious! For the next couple of days she went around tell everyone the story and couldn't stop laughing long enough to tell it even.

Bethany and I at the zoo

I also went to state fair with a good friend! Had a blast and actually rode some of the rides this time. We were standing in line and of course this girl does what on the ride... throws up! YUCK!

It kind of made me laugh though in away because everyone around us was drunk and riding things that just made them sick.... stupid move on their part! Overall we had a really good time just hanging out and catching up.

I've also been going to the single ward of course... I meet this girl named Kim who was just baptized and we're going to move in together at some point (hopefully soon). It's a little weird going and seeing kids younger than me that were in young men and young womens going. It's also weird because my good friends all got married this summer who I usually hangout with.

My first week back I did meet this man named Nathan. He's a pretty cool guy and we had hung out for awhile, but nothing too special, but I enjoy being around and getting to know everyone new in the ward.

A couple weekends ago my family went to Herber's orchard. When I was little we use to pick apples and then come home and make applesauce. So we went and this year made apple crisp. It was delicious!

Granny went with us!

Mom and Bethany

Papa
Wes and Dom
Laura and Bethany
Everyone besides Mom and Papa (they are the ones taking the picture)
Me

Let's see here, what else is new? I'm still working at Hometown and looking for a better job, more of a career hopefully. Besides that my life is pretty much boring. I just hangout and go to work, church, and watch movie with mom and papa.

Hope things are going well for everyone!

Missing My Girls

2010-08-19T17:13:00.004-06:00

I decided that it's been awhile since I posted. I did make it home safely even though it was kind of a long trip... and I don't mean the driving part. Heather and Rylee both got sick... but that's done a over with! We got home and had my birthday with ALL of our family even both sides of grandparents were here. It was good to see them since it was going on almost 3 years since I have seen some of them. Then our cousins came down and played with us for a little while. Then finally it was back to the "normal" of just our family. Once Heather and Rylee left, it really really set in I was here for longer than a visit.

I spend most of my time at work, church, or looking for another job. So lately I have had major withdraws from my girls! You never know what you have until it's gone, well not having Naomi and Marissa here isn't as easy as I thought. The three of is have done just about everything together for the past two years. It doesn't help that the friends I have here, I don't really get to see and hangout with. So most of the time I honestly just feel alone. I miss my friends and being on my own. I miss being able to come and go and see whoever I want whenever I want. I know times change and so do we, but sometimes the changes are more than a little and it's hard to deal with. Besides having friend withdraws life really is pretty decent. I enjoy being able to see my parents and talk to them. It's also nice having Amy and Laura not too far down the road from us. now if we could only get Heather back this way, we'd all be close to home again!

Wide Open Spaces

2010-07-20T10:13:00.002-06:00

So I'm sitting here studying and listening to some music. The song Wide Open Spaces came on and it made me think about when I came out to school. When he all drove out to drop Heather out to school this kinda became the theme song for all of us girls and our move. Mom thought it was fitting in that way. AS I am getting ready to move back east there are a few things I am going to miss about the west that I never thought I would.

1. Mountains

2. The snow... (as long as it's a decent amount in the WINTER months)

3. My amazing friends I have made!

4. Having the freedom to grow and become who I am

5. Simply I will miss road trips

I know some of these might sound corny but over the past years of living here I have actually grown to love the west... just not the cold! I had my wide open spaces to learn and grow in and I'm as ready as I can be to head back to the 'city' life.

Demolition Derby

2010-07-13T19:10:00.006-06:00

This past weekend was the demolition derby and boy did I have fun!! Here's some of the excitement I had. Sorry that the video is a little shaky :(

Then also I mentioned once that Jeff let's me drive his truck sometimes so here is me in all my glory... since I LOVE trucks!

Logan Temple

2010-07-07T13:32:00.003-06:00

Since I've been going to Logan more often I decided that I would stop and take some pictures of the temple. This temple is unique and I love how it looks. Besides that it's special since it's were my grandparents were married.

Bear Lake

2010-07-06T14:48:00.003-06:00

One thing I always enjoyed growing up was when we took Sunday drives. Well Jeff and I decided to take one up to Bear Lake. Here are some of the amazing pictures I took!

Logan's Car Show

2010-07-04T21:48:00.006-06:00

This weekend I'm in Logan for the 4th of July spending it with my friend Jeff and his family. Saturday we headed to the car show and boy was I excited! There were so many cars there that I fell in love with. Most people don't know this about me, but I LOVEEEE hot rods. I found one that I wanted sooo bad, and it was even for sale. I'll let ya guess what car it is when I post the pictures. But after the show they do a parade with all the cars. We had the best seat on the road. Jeff's grandparents live right on the route so they saved us seats right on the road so that way no one was infront of us. I got some amazing pictures!! I hope you enjoy them as much as I did... well let's be for real you won't... so I hope you at least like them some what lol!

Thanksgiving

2010-06-29T19:59:00.003-06:00

Thanksgiving came early this year for me. I was cleaning out some things and packing others for the move home in a month, when the attack happened. I was sitting talking to Mom when out of nowhere this turkey starts fighting me. I ended up winning the fight and snapped the turkey's neck killing him. I even plucked all his feathers! So... I'm having turkey for dinner tonight.

Happy early Thanksgiving! EAT UP!

Needless to say, Mom and Papa will have to make me a new turkey someday :(

Sick

2010-06-27T18:58:00.003-06:00

This week has been pretty nasty for me as I've been sick. So there really isn't much new going on. I almost sold my car, then they backed out last minute... not cool if you ask me lol! But anyway I still got a little time and some more prayers and hopefully things will workout the way Heavenly Father wants. Since my week was kind of crappy being sick and all...(still not better :( sad I know) my friend was shopping and bought me my favorite lotion and body spray. Victoria Secrets was having their annual sell and so everything was 75% off.... well they bought me a couple of them because they are discontinuing it after this sell! What a great friend! It made me smile :)

Not feeling so hot

2010-06-25T01:38:00.003-06:00

Monday morning I woke up not feeling so hot. I thought it was my allergies just acting up, so I have been pumping medicine in my system every chance that I get. I can't breath, I cough like no other and it kills to do so, my voice is now gone, and the worst part is I have no idea what my body is thinking! I have had a fever off an on, and then about 30 minutes ago I woke up running to the bathroom to be sick! This is NOT fair! My body should not do this to me with one month of school left. So here I am sipping my hot vanilla rooibos tea trying to feel better AND hoping it will help me get back to sleep as well. NIGHT!

Happy Birthday

2010-06-16T14:11:00.001-06:00

Today my oldest sister turns 30! Happy Birthday Heather I love you!!

Surprise!

2010-06-16T14:09:00.003-06:00

Surprise! I'm moving yet again!

This time I am moving back to Kentucky for 'good' as of now. I seem to always be moving around!

Because I am moving I am selling a LOT of my stuff. So if you know anyone out in Idaho and Utah that might want a car, love sack, some dishes, a fun chair, and a bike... SEND THEM MY WAY!

Dancing in the Moonlight

2010-06-10T01:05:00.009-06:00

Tonight I had a blast! Naomi, Marissa, and me went on a triple date with 3 of our guy friends.

Here a little over view of our night! We got approval from the Wendy's manager ahead of time to do a date there that would be one to remember... I'll let the pictures tell you all about it, after you see us girls getting ready.

Me doing Marissa's hair

Once again me doing her hair

Doing Naomi's hair

Marissa's hair

Naomi's hair

Naomi, Me, Marissa waiting for the guys to pick us up

(I didn't get the memo to wear black and red lol... they didn't plan it)

Dave, Me, Cole, Marissa, Brian, and Naomi

Matt Greeting us at the door and seating us

The boys being boys

Matt ordering our dinner for us!

Matt serving out dinner to us

Dave actually using the silverware to eat his french fry haha

The group having our candle light dinner!

Alright so after we had dinner we headed out for a night of dancing. We went swing dancing and I had lots of fun turning and dipping. Dave sure knows how to dance!
When we were finished dancing for the night we went to my place and watched a movie. Over all we had one amazing night! I love that I have friends to do crazy things with.

What a week...

2010-06-07T20:22:00.002-06:00

Alright so I posted about what a weekend I had a little ago so I thought it was time to share about the week that followed. Most of my week was pretty decent but the end of the week seemed to look down and I am stuck with the choices to make after this semester. Well one of my friends decided to make my Friday a little brighter and brought me my favorite flowers.

Jenkin

2010-06-07T17:19:00.004-06:00

On my way to Utah for my long weekend I stopped in Malad once again. This time I was putting flowers at Jenkin and his mother and father's graves. While there I got a little shock to see others putting flowers down as well. I called Papa and found out that Jenkin does have kids that live in Malad still from his first wife... so that was kind of weird. I was too chicken to really say much and now I am wishing I had.

What a weekend...

2010-06-01T17:32:00.004-06:00

Alright so Friday I headed down to Utah to spend my long weekend with Jayson. I got there and somethings happened to cause a change in plans. Jayson and I have decided to just be friends, so Saturday I headed back to Rexburg. On my way I stopped for a little walk and then one of my friends decided to make my day better and let me drive his truck! He retaught me how to drive a stick then let me go for it. It was the highlight of my weekend! Then I headed back home. The rest of my weekend wasn't all that eventful but I was glad to be around my friends to get my mind off of other things. Overall I might not like what was decided on Friday, but all things are there to make you stronger right?!?! I just have NO idea what to do about school and life after this semester now. I feel more than lost and I hate this feeling.

1,2,3,4...

2010-05-28T10:12:00.002-06:00

I'm pretty much more than excited.... I get to see Jayson tonight!!!!!
I'm finishing up a paper about trust in a marriage... (thanks mom and granny great) then I am headed down to spend the long weekend with him and Heather! Thanks for letting me stay with you Heather and Bryan! I'm glad I am welcome in your home. I love you all tons!!!

8/12 hours until I see him.... I know I'm a dork but I miss him that much!

Fun filled May...

2010-05-26T17:48:00.007-06:00

Alright so here is a little update on my life. I guess Mom thought it was about time for one, you can always tell because she starts to comment and ask if there is anything new going on... so here it is.

I made a little trip to Utah to see my sister Laura and her family who came in town for a wedding at the start of the month... fun right?! I also got to see Jayson!!!! Exciting...I know!!!

May 8th is my best friend Sean's birthday! So this year we got a group of us and went out to Olive Garden. I had gone on a date with this guy named Kainoa once before and decided to take him with us that night.

Kainoa and Me

Sean at a picnic a couple summers ago taking a little nap on the mayo! lol

Then 2 weekends ago Jayson called and asked if we could do something the next weekend... of course I jumped at the thought! So we made plans and the following Friday (5/21) I headed to Honeyville, UT to Crystal Hot Springs. I got there about 4 and we spent the rest of the night together. It was just really good to see each other and spend with one another. We also talked about somethings and in the end I left smiling from ear to ear. That man knows how to make me happy. There was one downfall to the night... I got a little sick. But it was so cute the way he took care of me. It meant a lot to me. Every time we are together I fall more and more for him! I miss him tons and hope to see him this coming weekend...it's a 4 day one for me :) Besides that not much is new with me. Hope all is well with you all!

Trying something new

2010-05-06T17:30:00.004-06:00

Lately I have gotten these cravings for sushi... weird huh! Even more weird since I don't like fish. Well today I decided to try making my own. I wouldn't say it was pretty or as tasty as what you buy, however it wasn't too bad. Here's the shocker... I even handled the fish... Papa I held my nose so I didn't have to smell it (this does NOT give you the go ahead to cook fish when I am at home)!

Prayers ARE answered!

2010-04-24T11:40:00.002-06:00

The reason why I moved up to Rexburg for the semester was so I could petition and get into the ONLY class needed to graduate this July. After many hours of prayers from myself and others, I have finally been given the OK and got into the class! Graduation here I come!!!!!!

The Ridge

2010-04-17T20:28:00.003-06:00

So here is a little of what my place looks like as of this moment. Nothing too exciting... it's really big and doesn't have a lot of stuff yet, but my closet sure is SMALL! I'm use to my walk-in :(

My Room

My Bed

I had to decide what to keep out, what a sad day!

We have 2 bathrooms and 2 vanities, this is mine

Our very large living room with just a couch and table... we need a TV and what not!

Half the kitchen

The other half

Our Pantry :) VERY large, I love it!

Malad Idaho

2010-04-17T17:25:00.003-06:00

Yesterday (Friday) was the official moving day. I left Utah and I am now in Idaho! On the way up to Rexburg I was thinking about Jenkin and wanted to visit him, so I made a stop by Malad. Since no one from our family was able to attend his funeral and burial I was lost as to where he was in the cemetery. So what else was there to do but start the hunt. I walked up and down every row. Now you wouldn't think this would be AS hard with the name Jenkin Jones, however half the town are Jones or Jenkins. Over an hour later I finally came to Grandpa Jenkin's headstone. He was burried by himself since he refused to be buried next to his first wife, and his family wouldn't let him be next to Grandma. Os I turned around and on the tombstone on the row before him his name was on the back listed as a child. I was glad to know he was around his family and next to his parents, he wasn't all alone after all. So here are a few pictures I took for family history and what not. Papa wanted one of Jenkins parents also, here they are!!! OH and the cemetery happened to also be on Jenkins Ave. Here's the sign....

Reality is Setting in

2010-04-15T15:46:00.003-06:00

So here I am sitting in an empty apartment while I am getting my carpets cleaned and reality is hitting me; I am moving! I have cleaned this place from top to bottom and with the help of lovely brother in laws have loaded up my car (and theirs). My heart is dropping as I am leaving my home. I know this is what needs done, however that does NOT make it any easier. I have had amazing friends while living here and a wonderful man in my life. As much as I am going to miss them I will be back to visit, I will make certain of that!! Jay and I went out to lunch today and as we went our own ways today once again I had that feeling of a little piece of me was left behind. I had to laugh when I said I hated goodbyes, then said see ya in 2 weeks. I'm such a loser!! In the morning I will start the well known drive up to Rexburg. Anyway that pretty much covers what's on my mind.

Sushi and Lollicup

2010-04-10T09:22:00.007-06:00

Last night I went out with Jayson and I had a really good time. We got Sushi for dinner and it was good. Well more like Jay got the Sushi and I ate some of it, and I got chicken teriyaki. However the sushi really wasn't too bad. I've had sushi before so I knew what I was getting myself into to a certain point but he got some things I hadn't tried before. I forgot to take pictures but here are some that I found that are of what I ate!

So if me eating sushi wasn't enough for a night here is more! Afterward he was excited about this slushy place and took me there. This was NOT a normal shlusy place! While on his mission Jay was introduced to Vietnamese food and likes it, so he wanted to share that with me. Lollicup is the place we went and they make their slushy's with boba. Boba are large black tapioca balls (compared to the small opaque balls of tapioca mostly found in puddings) that are chewy in texture. The boba balls were slightly warm and had a nice chew, but were a little on the mushy side. Would I just go get one for fun all the time... NO! However it was fun to try something new. You can see the boba at the bottom of the cup...

The rest of the night was spent talking and just enjoying the time together. At the end of the night it was hard to let go of each other. This might possibly be the last time we see each other for awhile as I am moving. As I drove away I felt like a piece of me was left behind, my heart. BUT I will be back in a couple of weeks since my sister Laura and her family are coming out, so it will be good to see him then also. I made sure last night he knew he HAD to make time for me then :) Overall I had a really good night with Jay and I miss him already!

Colors, Colors, Everywhere!

2010-03-28T18:16:00.002-06:00

Every year the Sri Sri Radja Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, along with other Hindu temples across the world, celebrate the Holi Festival better known as the Festival of Colors! They celebrate twice in one day by releasing colored chalk/powered so that Krishna, their god, could hear and see them and so she will welcome in spring.

I went in the morning with Amy and Nick and had fun with them. We walked around and feed the llamas, took plenty of pictures, and bought our chalk/powder. It was amazing being there and throwing it, and seeing nothing but chalk when everyone joined in. We left shortly after and went to see the Jones. We used their air com-pressure to get some of the mess off. Amy and I had so much in our hair that we had a fun new hair style at the end.

That afternoon I went with some of my friends, Kimberly and Tyler. We were on our way and I noticed Laureen walking and picked her up. Once we got there we had fun joining the singing and dancing in the temple. It was neat being able to learn one of their chants and see how they worship. Afterward we went back outside and had some more fun before we headed back home. Over all I had an amazing time! I'm so glad to have such wonderful friends.

Strawberry Cake

2010-03-10T22:49:00.003-07:00

Tonight I really wanted to bake, so of course I did! Anywho I decided to bake a strawberry cake, with strawberry filling. YUM I know! It's not the best looking but it's just for fun so I didn't spend too much time worrying how it looked. It's black and green fondant in honor of the upcoming Saint Patrick's day!

EAT UP!

Pound of Pasta

2010-03-06T20:09:00.007-07:00

Have you ever seen a pound of pasta?! You have huh... how bout a pound of HOMEMADE pasta?!? Well if you haven't your in for a treat. I was wondering what to have for dinner tonight and Chicken Alfredo sounded VERY good, however I didn't have any fettuccine noodles. That's right I made them! Pasta isn't that hard to make it's just time consuming if you don't have a pasta machine. Here's my adventure of making pasta without the machine :)

I started off on the cutting board then decided I would need the entire counter... I was right!

The beginning of rolling out the dough

Finally it is thin enough to call pasta

In the middle of cutting it into strips

The end is near and I finished cutting it all into thin pieces

Have you ever seen a pound of homemade pasta.... YES!

Cooking...

Ready to eat...

YUMMMMMMMM!!!

Homemade Bread

2010-02-16T22:34:00.003-07:00

Tonight I was really craving my homemade bread, so I went on and made some. It had been awhile since I made it and man is it delicious.

Starting to Bake

Finished Rising

Getting Ready To Go In The Oven

Hot Out Of The Oven

Sliced and Ready To Eat!

Cottonwood Canyon

2010-02-06T18:38:00.004-07:00

Alright for about the past month many of you have heard about Jayson and I, so I decided it is finally time for you all to see who he is. Today we went snowshoeing up to Donut Falls in Cottonwood Canyon. We had a blast just taking our time up the mountain and enjoying all the beautiful scenery. We have decided that it's one of our new favorite things to do, so I'm sure that there will be many more adventures. It was nice to get out in nature and just talk and have fun. When we reached the fall Jayson had made sandwiches and hot chocolate for us, so cute! Anyway here are just some of the many pictures. I will post all of them on facebook so you can enjoy it all just like we did!

At the start of the hike

The fall is right behind us, you can't really tell but it was pretty in person.

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2155683&id=193304847&l=63b5ce33ea

Studio 600, Happy New Years!!!

2010-01-01T10:24:00.004-07:00

This year for New Years, I was NOT traveling for the first time in about 3 years! So I decided to go out and have some fun at Studio 600. For those of you who do not know what it is, it's a club in Salt Lake. My friends and I had a blast and danced the night away. I had one of the guys ask me what it was with me and black men because they just all kept coming up to me wanting to dance. I think Scott even took a picture of one because he wanted proof lol! Anyway I hope everyone had a great new years, and has a great year to come!

Milli, Me, Scott, Jessie, EJ, Mike, Blaze, Mandi, Emily, and McKay

Me looking a little lost lol

Mandi, Me, Scott, Milli, and Jessie

*PARTY*

Scott's attempt at getting a picture with one of my many dancing friends LOL

The Ladies :)

i LOVE my friends

2010-01-01T10:12:00.006-07:00

After Christmas I flew home Monday night, and Tuesday I was welcomed by many amazing friends. They had missed me so much that they wanted to get together, so we went sledding! I hate the cold, and was going to watch, until I was pushed down the hill and figured after that I might as well have some fun. Afterward we headed to Denny's for hot chocolate to warm up.

Jenny, Blaze, McKay, Emiegh, Adam, Scott, and Me

Emeigh, Jenny, Me, Scott, and Blaze

We had fun making a train and going down!

We then decided on Wednesday to have a little fun at Trafagla! Mini golfing it was :)
We had too many to play just one game so we broke off into two groups. We had a blast just playing around and goofing off. We went to McKay's when we were done to play the white elephant game and watch a movie.

(My Group)

McKay, Me, Shailee, and Adam

(The Other Group)

Jessie, Scott L, Blaze, Scott H, Mike

We're #1 Ladies!
Ok, we all got a hole in one, and not to brag, but I got 4!

Birthdays and Rexburg

2009-12-07T14:31:00.006-07:00

This past week has been filled with lots of fun birthdays! Laura's was the 2nd, Scott Hadlock's the 3rd, Derrick's the 4th, Scott Renner's the 5th, and Papa's the 6th! Birthday are so much fun. Anyway Happy Birthday to all my family and friends, hope everyone had a great one.

Scott Hadlock had a FUN party on Friday. We had good food, comedian's, cotton candy (i was in heaven), dancing, bonfire, movie, and so much more!

Besides it being the birthday season, it was time for me to head up to Rexburg and start to move all my stuff down here for good. I went with Sean and Chris to meet some of their friends for lunch once I got there on Saturday and guess who I ran into?! Kyle Hicks! So we had lunch together and had a great time catching up with life and talking about everyone back home. I had an enjoyable time with old friends and I'm sad I won't see them everyday like I was use to when I lived up there :( But besides that I'm excited about staying down here with my new friends.

Baby had a rough day again...

2009-11-28T16:09:00.002-07:00

Alright well Baby had a rough day which means so did I! She got towed once again, all her oil poured out. I had gotten gas and a new storage unit down here then was driving along and I smelled somethings. So I pulled over and well all of Baby's oil was gushing out all over the place. I called Amy and Nick to come, and they were amazing and helped me! (thank you for all you both do for me!!!!)

All the oil running down the parking lot :(

The nice tow-man cleaning up after the oil spill.

Lifting Baby up to tow

On her way to the shop to hopefully get fixed :( Poor thing... and me

In N' Out

2009-11-27T11:52:00.004-07:00

This past Wednesday the guys and I went to the new In N' Out here in Orem! I've had it before from all my trips to Cali, but it I still enjoyed it. We went for dinner then afterward went back to McKay's and watched a movie. Overall we had a good night and just relaxed :)

Why would you want a pic of me eating?!

Scott L was trying to lean in to get in a pic with me... I hid

McKay enjoying his food

Derek loving his

Scott H Stuffing his face?!

Derek, Scott H, Mckay, Me, Scott L

New Hair Cut!

2009-11-23T17:58:00.004-07:00

Alright lately I have been looking at old pictures of me and I decided I really liked my hair short... So I went and cut it today! It's just like before, just not red haha, so here it is, not the best pictures but they will have to do...

Wallaby's, Ice staking, Nickelcade

2009-11-21T10:48:00.003-07:00

Last night we had dinner at a pretty good Australian restaurant called Wallaby's. It was the first stop of our around the world international dinner group. We have decided that once a month we will get together and try some new foods. Last night I tasted ginger beer for the first time and it was good!

EJ and I

Ok, this is the owner and he was way funny all night long! I liked having him around :D

EJ, Me, McKay
(if you look close between me and McKay you will see the guy playing the piano he is why we took this pic!)

Scott and his BIG cinnamon bun!

Mike and Jessie

Me and McKay (Ginger Beer)

(L-R around the table)
Lindsay, Emeigh, Scott, Derek, EJ, Me, McKay,
Mike, Jessie, Jessica S, Amanda, and Jessica C

Last Saturday our stake took all the YSA ice staking! I hadn't been in about 4 years and was wishing I had my old ice stakes. We had a good time and enjoyed hot chocolate afterward.

Natalie and Scott H

I was spinning, then right after this pic, I fell for the one and only time that night LOL

Scott L, Brooke, McKay

Holly was very sad, they weren't there to take our stakes back!

Me, Trisha, Scott H, Sarah, Erica, and Carrie

So last Friday night we went to the nickelcade! So much fun, we were like little kids again! I ended up with the most tickets with over 800! I hit the jackpot on a game twice and won tons of them that way :D

Jessica and EJ

Mandi and Me (we were next door neighbors in Rexburg forever ago!)

Scott and his bling bling

Mandi having fun with her tickets

Me driving like a maniac

Blaze,Erica, Scott, Jessica, EJ, Sarah, Timmy, Me, and Mandi

Fat Cats

2009-11-11T13:37:00.007-07:00

Tuesday nights at Fat Cats is all you can bowl! My friends and I headed down there and spent the night bowling the night away. We had a blast and everyone was glad to have spent time together. I'm glad that I have friends like to hangout a lot. I've spent every night with a couple of them for the past 2 weeks, it's good to know you can have fun without spending money usually. So here are some pics from our fun outing.

Let the bowling begin...

Jessica starting the night out

Finally getting a picture of Scott H!

GO JT!

Sarah trying to be all serious

My hair was going all crazy on me

Eric, Jessica, Alysha, and Melissa

McKay kissing his ball

Sarah and I bowling backwards

Erica, Derek, and Scott H

Our group that went :D

Gymnastics!

2009-11-04T22:04:00.006-07:00

This afternoon Scott txtd me and invited me to go out and have some fun with some friends tonight. Turns out we went to do gymnastics and have lots of fun, and to make it better, I was the only girl with 7 guys! That's right ladies be jealous HAHA! Anyway enjoy the pics and I hope you can tell we had fun :D

go me!

Scott L

Scott H (inside) and Michael

Blaze, what a great landing huh ladies?!

Derek doing his thing

EJ he fell over after we rolled him around

EJ Showing off!

Scott H's wonderful landing lol!

Ej and Me looking way hot! Be jealous!

He got me! NO fair lol

Scott rolling around

Watch out here I roll!

I had more fun on this little air mattress thing I think lol!

Halloween Party

2009-11-03T14:17:00.007-07:00

Alright so here's one last post about the fun of Halloween. I spent Halloween with a group of friends and boy did we have some scary fun! I headed over to Scott's and everyone brought candy so we had lots and lots! WE played games to start out with then headed to some of his neighbor's haunted houses. Since our group was big we has to split up so I went in with Erin and Scott, and I made sure to stand in the middle so I had protection all around me lol... I know I'm a wimp! It was actually really fun and done very well, I screamed my head off but had lots of fun. They had vampires, mummies, Frankensteins Monster, and many other creepy characters. There was even a man with a chain saw that came at us! After we all got out of the house we headed over to another house who puts on a thrilling show of Thiller! It was really neat how they all came out of nowhere and made you feel like you were in the music video. We then went back to Scott's house and watched a movie to finish the night. Overall I had a great Halloween!

Sarah and Timmy (he's from KY!)
Me, "Bishop Scribner" aka Scott L, Sarah Emeigh (Amy she spells it weird lol) and Me

EJ acting for a game
Brian as a creepy thing! lol
Me acting out thriller dance for Brian
Brooke acting dead

Brooke being creep d out by a character as we waited in line for the haunted house

Thriller!
Sitting around after the movie
Derek, Brett, Jeremy, Alysha, Brooke, Mike, Scott H (his party), Brent, Scott L, Sarah, Timmy, Emigh, Me, Sarah, McKay (and EJ is missing)

Halloween Date

2009-10-31T14:58:00.008-06:00

Alright my Halloween fun started early this year. First it started with Cornbelly's with Amy and Nick, then carving pumpkins with them also. Following that I carved them with my ward, then my ward Halloween party/ date! I was set up on a blind date with Josh Murillo. He was Zorro and I was Medusa and we had a good night. He's a ballroom dancer and I felt like the belle at the ball as I was twirled around the floor. Here are some fun pictures from all the fun, and one of Amy and I in our awesome customs!

Nick, Amy, and I at the Corn Maze

My Boyfriend and Me

Amy, Nick, and Me w/ pumpkins!

Josh and Me

Zorro and Medusa

Jared and Josh Murillo

Matt T, Jessica, Nathan, Matt M, forgot her name, Josh, Me, Scott, Natalie, Jared, Shilo

My Hair from the back

From the top

Me and Amy

2 Best Friends + Conference = AMAZING weekend

2009-10-04T19:44:00.004-06:00

Alright so this weekend started off a little shaky, but turned around and ended up being amazing! Friday afternoon I started to run a little fever so I took medicine and then headed out to Derrick's mission reunion. I meet some of his old companions and friends and just relaxed. Then we headed home and things took a big downward slope. By 10 I was running a fever of 102, then at 11 102.7! So to try and get my fever down I soaked in a cool bath. I got out and got dressed and it got worse, I started to vomit (Yuck I know). So we took my temperature again 103.66, ER here we come! I go and I was hooked up to an IV and got that pumping in me, took some blood and gave me some pain killers to help me relax. Amy and Nick were about to fall asleep, but I'm glad they took me, THANKS! Anyway I came home and went to bed and then around 5:30 woke up in tons of pain and took some more medicine, by 9:30 my fever was completely broke and never returned. This is where things turn around :D
So Saturday was the start of General Conference! We stayed home and Amy made some yummy food, french toast for brunch and Shish-Kabobs for dinner! The boys headed off to the Priesthood Session, then got home and Derrick and I headed out. We drove around Provo for a little while then went Mini Golfing!
Today Derrick and I got up early and started the journey to SLC, for General Conference! Mike was so sweet and gave us 2 tickets for the morning, so we got to enjoy the Spoken Word as well. Afterward we were walking back to the car when I saw a group of Elders and thought what the heck lets go see if Elder Elbert is there. Matt was one of my best friends in Rexburg (still is). He came to Kentucky right before he left on his mission and meet my parents and had a good little visit. So today when I saw him it made the weekend just AMAZING! I got to spend it with not just one best friend, but two!! So here are just a few pics from today.

Hope you all had a great weekend :D

Salt Lake Temple

Derrick and I on top of the Conference Center with the Temple in the background!

Us in front of the temple

Matt and I 2 years ago in Mom and Papa kitchen! LOL

Elder Elbert (Matt) and Me today on Temple Square!

GROSS!

2009-09-22T22:08:00.002-06:00

Alright so I had the flu 2 weeks ago and well I have never really gotten better. I went to the doctor and everything. So I've been working anyway since I don't have my fever anymore. Well today I had an exciting day and thought I would share it with you. I was playing with Gregson when out of no where the kid throws up. Not just any throw up, he had the worst aim of all and threw up all over me. Needless to say it ended up in a chain reaction and I headed home for the day. GROSS!!

What an AMAZING weekend!

2009-09-12T19:04:00.007-06:00

I was waiting for Amy to post about her birthday but she hasn't and I've been asked to be a few people so here it is. Amy's bday was the 5th of course and we had some fun! I started off the day heading up to Salt Lake to pick up none other than Derrick! That's right he is home from his mission and it was the first time we got to see each other again. I got up there and met his father and brother in law Chris, while we got Derrick some new jeans. Then afterward we headed back to Orem for hte birthday fun to begin. Heather, Bryan and Rylee headed down as well so we all spent the day with Amy. Amy decided that IHOP was the place to go and it was a great choice on her part. Then we went bowling! I think everyone had a great time as we played Skittle Bowling! For those of you who don't know what that is, you assign each color something different fun to do. For example we did Green for granny shots! Anyway we had a great time, then went back to our place for gifts and cake. We watched a little of the BYU game (they won!), then Derrick and I headed up to have dinner with his family. It was good to meet his sister Becky, and his mom again. I had met her once before for a short time before he left for his mission. Then we just hungout with them that night and had a nice time! At the end of the night it was so hard to say goodbye to Derrick but I know it had to be done. I just can't wait until I seem him next month.

Overall I think everyone enjoyed our time together, I know I did!

Bryan, Amy, Nick, Me, Derrick, Heather, and Rylee

Me and Derrick

Amy excited!

Me Bowling backwards!

Heather, Rylee, and Bryan

Nick bowling granny style

Smile Derrick :D

Birthday Girl, Nick, Derrick, and Me

Picking my Skittle

Nick and Amy with her cake and cookie!

Happy Birthday Amy! Thanks for sharing it with all of us!

How old am I again?

2009-08-09T18:50:00.002-06:00

So my birthday was on July 30th of course and I was glad to have most of my family around for it! For a weeks or so leading up to it Amy and Nick kept asking me what I wanted and I had no idea so I said sarcastically I wanted a Hannah Montana party. So needless to say, that's what I got! How old am I again, and how many 21 year old's do you know that had this much fun with that theme? LOL Anyway Here's just a little from my day :D

Holy Cow... look it's Hannah Montana!

Me and all my yummy stuff and food :D

Nick, Papa, Mom, and Me playing with our fun toys

That's right we played pin the tail on the donkey!!!!

Me putting on the blinder for Papa

Papa, Mom, Nick, Amy, Me, Bryan, and Heather

(We missed Laura's family :( Love you all!)

Baby Broke Down Today

2009-07-27T23:42:00.008-06:00

I was driving down to Orem today when Baby broke down. I was going up the mountain when I called Papa and told him that I didn't think my car would make it. He said not to worry and that my car would be fine until I got to Amy and Nick's place. Well long story short, my car didn't make it to their house. I was ALMOST to the Lindon and Baby started slowing down and flashing all the lights at me. I was lucky to get pulled over to the side of the road just in time for it to actually die on me. Even the hazard lights wouldn't work, so I called good ole Papa once again. He got AAA on the phone and they said they'd be there soon. In the mean while Bryan came to let me sit in his nice AC and got me drink :D Then a little later AAA showed up, and Papa! So my Baby was hooked up and towed away to the VW dealer in Provo. Hopefully things will go alright and they can fix her and soon.

Papa watching AAA Man hooking my Baby up!

Talking to the AAA Man

Baby in the midst of being towed :( My Poor Baby!

Thanks for everything everyone! It was a crazy day as we got my car to the shop and had to UNload everything in my car into Papa's rental car, and Amy and Nick's car. I am grateful that my parents are out here visiting for the week and are able to help with everything that's going on!! I LOVE YA'LL!!!! :D

Night @ the Dunes

2009-07-19T18:38:00.003-06:00

So last night we celebrated Naomi, Megan, and my birthdays. We had cake and ice cream at our place, then headed out to the dunes for a bonfire. Matt and I played fluffy bunny (or chubby bunny), and I won! Not by much, but I did, then I had to spit it all out but it was fun anyway. Then Ely made a mad dash to jump into one of our pictures and landed on the sand, so I ended up sitting on his knees and we fell over laughing. Then we just hung out and had fun and headed home. It ended up being a good night and we all had some fun. I'm going to miss my friends up here, but know I'll be back to visit! :D

Matt and I stuffing our mouths...

Me TOTALLY winning! lol

Me, Mikey, Chad, Ely, Hannah, and Naomi goofying off

Ely and I with Marissa after she just pushed me into him! not nice lol!

So moving right along....

DERRICK's HOME!!

Just thought I'd let everyone know! I'm glad he's home and we talk often. I really missed having my best friend around for the last 2 years but I know he was doing what he was meant to do and I am VERY proud of him! Welcome home Derrick!

The page is turning

2009-07-08T16:55:00.003-06:00

As the semester ends this chapter of my life is coming to a close, however it turns the page for the next to start. I'm fighting the change and being stubborn (like always lol), but it seems I am moving yet again! I've been trying to figure things out for awhile now and I wanted to stay as close to Rexburg as possible, but it seems that the Lord wants me in Utah. I am however glad that I'm still out west. I know I've been the person to say I would never live out west, but as I have lived out here for the past 3 years, I've grown to love it. Don't get me wrong I love it back east and I'm a BIG southern girl at heart and will always be, but for now this is home. Provo here I come...

I am excited to be closer to my sisters again of course, and my new niece Rylee Ann! I just wish that my new nephew Dominic Weston was closer to me (along with his family :D) Rylee was born on June 20th, to my oldest sister Heather and this was her first. Then on the July 4th, Dominic was born to my second oldest sister Laura. This means that little Miss. Bethany is now a BIG sister! I'm glad to have both of these new kids in our family! Congrats y'all!

Also I just wanted to say how EXCITED I am, Derrick comes home in less than a week now! I get my best friend back, no matter how things workout, I'll be glad to have him back. I've missed just calling him up and talking about the everyday life and hanging out.

Anyway I should get, I have some studying to do for finals in just 2 weeks!!!! CRAZY how this semester went by sooo fast. Love y'all!

Too good to be true!

2009-06-30T15:51:00.002-06:00

i had gone too long without being sick and I thought it was too good to be true! Well today I woke up swollen once again. However it wasn't my eye; it was my lips tounge and its spread to my throat. I went to the doctors and of course they are trying benadryl in double doses. So far it's not helping at all. So hopefully things will get better soon and I'll be back to normal, whatever that is :( I'll let ya know what goes down.

Devotional

2009-06-10T15:10:00.003-06:00

A couple weeks ago my friend Emily spoke in church and told some funny stories. However these stories made you step back and realize that the church leaders are human just like us. As she told stories of her family and how she can't wait for Grandpa to come visit this week you just stand in awe. Did I mention my friend Emily's last name... Eyring! (Some how I make friends with Pres. Monson's granddaughter AND Pres. Erying's, I must be doing something right lol!) Anyway President Eyring is her grandfather, and he was yesterday's devotional speaker. He spoke on the miracle of the Rexburg temple, and BYU-I, and how they are special. He said as he drives into town it always appears as if the temple is on campus, which it does look like. Because of this we are blessed that we are able to attend 2 of the Lord's school's to learn and grow according to His will. Anyway I just thought I'd share a little of what's happened this week for me.

Roommate Pics

2009-05-30T18:42:00.007-06:00

Thursday we went to the garden's here on campus and did some service for the school. We helped to plant herbs and flowers throughout the gardens. Which lead us to the thought of, roommate picture with all of our hard work. So Friday night came and we headed over and had some fun. Here's just some of what we took! Enjoy!

Naomi, Megan, Marissa, Me Naomi and Me
Naomi, Marissa, Megan and Me
One of my personal favs!
I couldn't resist! My country side was dying to splash around!
The willows
Tree Climbing
Peek-A-Boo

Start of an AMAZING trip- Wednesday

2009-05-27T15:00:00.002-06:00

Alright so I decided to break my vacation down into days so it wasn't one big massive post. So here's the start of my trip.

I headed down to Provo on Tuesday afternoon and stayed the night with Nick and Amy (thanks!) This way I could leave my car with them and not have to pay for airport parking. Wednesday Amy took me up to the airport so I could catch my flight to Oakland, CA! When I got there I arrived a little early so I had to wait a couple of min before Frankie and Ashley showed up. Their Grandma Sue came and picked us up and we were on our way to Turlock, CA for the week. Once we got there I meet their Dad, Michelle, and her son Austin, then later on Grandpa Joe and others. We just relaxed around the house that night and of course watched American Idol. What a way to start of vacation.

Hope you all enjoy the days to come...

Thursday- Fishing

2009-05-27T14:47:00.004-06:00

Thrusday Ashley, Frankie, their dad, and I went fishing at a BEAUTIFUL place! I hadn't been fishing since I was about 8 or so when Jenkin had taken us, so this was an experience for me. However, I caught the biggest fish of the day :D alright maybe we only caught 2 fish we weren't there that long, but still I was proud of myself! Here's some amazing pics of the place.

The 3 of them fishing

I caught a fish!!!!

Their dad holding it, i hate fish so I refused to touch it lol

Frankie and his little fish

Friday & Saturday- Graduation

2009-05-27T14:32:00.004-06:00

Kevin (Ashley and Frankie's brother) graduated high school Friday night! So we all went to support him. It was completely different from what we are used to, but it was still nice. It was out on the football field and so casual. Ashley and I felt over dressed in our causal dresses, but we just laughed.

Frankie and Me waiting for the festivies to start

Kevin and his best friend

Look at that graduate! Way to go Kevin!

We made him put on his cap and gown again at the end of the party Sat for pics lol

What a yummy and good looking cake!

Sunday- Lake!

2009-05-27T14:16:00.005-06:00

Sunday we got up bright and early and headed off to the lake to relax. It was fun just hanging out getting to know everyone just a little better :D

Grilling out yummy food!

Frankie and Me

Ashley and Me on the boat

Frankie, Me, Ashley, Michelle, Larry

Leaving the lake this is what we saw!

Once back at Grandma Sue's it was time for the aloe!

After such a long day we were all so worn out and in pain we fell asleep pretty fast.

Monday- Vaca

2009-05-27T13:42:00.006-06:00

So we all know Monday was Memorial Day. Their dad's, father was killed Oct 2 1968, so we went to find his flag and visit his grave.

Frankie and his dad

Then Tuesday we just got ready for the day and headed back to Oakland so I could fly back to SLC. I had such a fun trip I didn't want to leave! Hope you've enjoyed a little tastes of my week.

Repairs

2009-05-15T19:09:00.002-06:00

So my bike has been acting up a lot lately and I needed to get it fixed. I was wondering who I knew that could do so when my home teacher called me up and asked if he could come do it all for me! HOW AMAZING! So here's Johnathan working on my bike. I was grateful that he was able to do so. He picked it up as a hobby on his mission and started to collect tools then so he had a big tool box and all.
Also the oil in my car needs changed. Me trying not to spend too much money was once again thinking, who can do it for me? JOSH! So I called up good ole Josh McKinney and he agreed to come change it for me next week!
I am so blessed to have people in my life that are so handy! Thanks to both guys! I owe you! :D

Happy Mother's Day

2009-05-10T20:46:00.003-06:00

I just wanted to give a shout out to my Mom on this fine Mother's Day!
I miss and love her tons and I am very grateful for all she does for our family.

Alli Rene Burnett

Save the date

Content and Smiling

Love is in the air

Road Trip

Best "weekend" ever

Wonderful Ending

Home Again

Life as I know it

Shopping Spree

Enjoying Life

Twizler

Baby Ouch!

TIMBER!

Reliving Our Childhood

Loving the New Job

One Year Older and Wiser Too

Turning Around

Cumberland Falls

One of those days

Update on Baby

Baby Trouble Again

Adventures

And now your gone

Flowers

Human Punching Bag?!

Mother's Day

Brotherly Love

My World Just Flips Upside Down

Thunder Weekend

Breaking News

Certain Someone

Let Down

Last Day!

Goodbye Hometown

night

Sleepover

Catching Up

Gummy Bear

Good Ole Barn Dance

Pumpkin Roll

No idea what to call this...

Pumpkins

Blah

So much has happened

Missing My Girls

Wide Open Spaces

Demolition Derby

Logan Temple

Bear Lake

Logan's Car Show

Thanksgiving

Sick

Not feeling so hot

Happy Birthday

Surprise!

Dancing in the Moonlight

What a week...

Jenkin

What a weekend...

1,2,3,4...

Fun filled May...

Trying something new

Prayers ARE answered!

The Ridge

Malad Idaho

Reality is Setting in

Sushi and Lollicup

Colors, Colors, Everywhere!

Strawberry Cake

Pound of Pasta

Homemade Bread

Cottonwood Canyon

Studio 600, Happy New Years!!!

i LOVE my friends

*Birthdays and Rexburg*

Baby had a rough day again...

In N' Out

New Hair Cut!

Wallaby's, Ice staking, Nickelcade

Birthdays and Rexburg

Devotional

Happy Mother's Day