food for thought.

Here's a chuckle for the day. Anybody who knows me well will especially get a kick out of this strip.

I miss my boys

Aaron Montegue, Ray Banks, Spencer Finch

other notable missionaries that I do not have current pictures of include Phuong (Dallin Cox), Mitchell Keith Westhoff, Kevin Steck, Adam Forsyth, and of course, none other than the famous Clark Jefferies Wilkey.

All are doing incredibly well in the diverse areas where they are serving faithfully. Teren and Tyson will be home in late September (AHHHH!!! I CANT WAIT!!!!!), Derek will follow shortly after and return home in November and this Thursday, Clark will have been out for an entire year. Its crazy. I'm so excited for the work these missionaries are doing and the souls they are bringing to Christ. Its still hard to have your best friends are half a world away, and you can't talk to them like you'd like to. It certainly makes things difficult when all you want/need sometimes is a Derek or Clark hug. I miss them like crazy. But it'll all be OK. Soon enough, they'll be home, smiling, bright-eyed and bushy tailed, ready to share all their missionary experiences with all that come their way. I'm excited for that day. Until then, here's an awesome quote I found that pertained to the message of missionaries. May the Lord continue to bless you and have a happy Sunday! Later!

Joseph F. Smith:  There can be no greater, or more important calling for men than that in which the Elders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints are engaged, when in the discharge of their duties as missionaries to the world.  They stand as teachers, counselors and leaders to the people.  They are commissioned with the word of life, and "the power of God unto salvation," to minister unto this proud, conceited, self-righteous, but benighted and degenerate world.          "The Sacredness of Our Calling," Millennial Star, 28 June 1875.

Look! I have fish!!! That WON'T die!!! Oh, and eat an oreo.

They're at the bottom of the page on the left hand side. I'm thoroughly excited. If you click on them, you'll feed them :) Oh and btw, today is '                Eat an Oreo Day,

 World Juggling day,

And Garfield the Cat and Tasmanian Devil's Birthday.  Go figure. 

Anyway...update! I'm doing well, I'm the second week into my job. Things have been a bit bumpy, but hopefully things will continue to look up.  Here's a smile for the day. Hope all is going well ! I'll update again soon.

New Home and New Beginnings

    Hi friends! Um, last time we spoke I was ready to go on a killing spree and opted to visit the temple grounds instead. A lot has happened since the last time we talked, so I thought I'd fill you in. I moved back to Cedar City yesterday to stay in the lovely home of my dear friend, Lacie Jo Robinson. I now have my very own room! All to myself!! And my very own sink!! All to myself!!! I am so excited, if you can't tell. AND yesterday I heard that I actually have a job! My very own job!!! All to myself!!! Doing what I love! Serving people!!! BAH!!!

     Although this move wasn't the easiest thing in the world to do, I am glad things are starting to work out. The Lord truly is incredible and does answer our prayers. I finally have the motivation to do what I need to. I still am stressed about a few things, but I just need to keep trusting that the Lord will continue to help me every step of the way. I feel so small because I'm in this world all alone and I have no one to blame for my mistakes but me, but I'm glad its that way. Its the way it should be. He'll watch and take care of me. He's my safety net, guide, comforter and best friend. Here's to new beginnings and a summer full of adventure. Until then readers, peace, love and happiness. Adieu!

Cathartic Activities, Please?

I dont know what it is about St. George, but it seems like a magic spell washes over and I suddenly become this uptight, angry person. Now, for all of those who do know me, I am not an angry soul. Not one bit. Some might even go as far as saying that I don't get angry enough. How do I remedy this??? Well right now, the only logical options would be
1.) Flee the country

2.) Drive everywhere and nowhere at the same time for hours on end 

3.) Go to the temple.

Well, as of late, I think the very best and most logical option for me would be option three. Wish me luck with my rage issue!And just to reiterate,  I really really don't look good in orange. :) Anywho, Here's hoping that you remain happy and anger free today! Adieu! 

List, In honor of the beautiful Jenni Larsen

My fantastical friend, Jenni, introduced me to the whimsical world of list making. Her blog is composed entirely of lists, so I thought I might try this interesting phenomenon myself.
A Few Things I Like
Peter Pan
spaghetti noodles
small twinkling lights
chinese lanterns
bouncy balls
clay
landscapes
bright flowers
temples
cloud shapes
sand
motorcycles
extreme sports
proving boys wrong
the beach
red vines
orange juice
good literature
making new friends
authentic mexican food
cool breezes
calvin and hobbes
smell of attractive men.
Ok, there's just a quick list of things i like. I hope you enjoyed it.

(For Jenni, because she likes cereal :)