Enjoying Life

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

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!

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!