Me choca la clase de espanol.

So after doing 6 hours of homework (for one class) and using a CD-Rom that makes my computer sound like it's going to explode, I decided enough was enough. I dropped my Spanish class with the teacher I've had for 2 previous semesters for new horizons (and hopefully a lot less homework). I'm not expecting anything easy by any means, just something that doesn't require 36,000 hours of homework a week. Overall, I think I've decided that I'm just not that into school.

My Milk Toof

This is one of the cutest/funniest/most inventive blogs I've ever seen. Check it out.

Friday Fill In Time!

And...here we go!

1. He was a boy and she was a girl. Could I make it anymore obvious. (Woah Avril. Haha.)

2. The fall is what I look forward to most this time of year.

3. My best friend is now married...Weird.

4. I'm a lot happier with who I'm becomming to be honest with you.

5. Appearances can be detrimental to getting to know someone.

6. The last person I gave a hug to was Sondi, the Birthday Girl.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to hanging out with Lysser,tomorrow my plans include homework and shopping with Natalie and Sunday, I want to go to church, the fireside, and study Preach My Gospel!

Get the Friday Fill In here.

Thursday.

Things I'm Thankful For:
-Having a working cell phone
-Financial Aid. I'm not always happy with the government, but right now, I'm satisfied.
-My new bangs. I love them.
-Julie, Megan, Kevin, and Larissa all got back safely from Hawaii.
-Bones. I'm obsessed with the show and have a close personal relationship with each of the characters. Haha.
-My sanity (questionable, yes, but present 80% of the time).
-Institute and learning all the random facts I never knew.
-Air conditioning
-That fall is just around the corner.
---Changing leaves
---Cool, crisp air
---Hoodies, jeans, sweaters
---Caramel Apples
---Hay rides
---School
---And it goes on...
Can you tell that fall is my favorite?

Oh, it's on.

So I'm totally obsessed with this new show on MTV. Granted, I'm not a huge fan of a lot of the "musicians" on the show, but I can't help but love Alexa Chung's blatantly sarcastic sense of humor and indie style. It's definitely something worth checking out.

Feeling pretty defeated today...

It's a brand new day

"If you want your life to be a magnificent story, then begin by realizing that you are the author and everyday you have the opportunity to write a new page."
-Mark Houlahan


Another little quote that I rediscovered today was by Joseph B. Wirthlin:

To those who faithfully bear testimony, the Lord said, "Ye are blessed, for the testimony which ye have borne is recorded in Heaven for the angels to look upon; and they rejoice over you, and your sins are forgiven you."

I thought that was so beautiful. :) It's a brand new day. Make it a good one.

It's Friday.

So, I've been reading this one blog that does something called Friday Fill-Ins, so here goes (My answers in bold):

1. I remember, I remember the 5th of November.

2. Dear you I want you to know me.

3. Is that my reflection!!???

4. I'm trying to resist the temptation of screaming at my boss.

5. I'm saving a kissjust for you!

6. If I made a birthday list an all inclusive trip to Europe would definitely be on it!!!

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to having Kristie time, tomorrow my plans include work and hanging out with tomato and breadstick and Sunday, I want to unpack and unwind!

"Boston, You're My Home"

I don't really feel like writing a detailed memoir of my escapades in Massachusetts, so here's a list of some events and or happenings.

-Went on lots of drives with Mom and Jessica through windy back roads
-Ate at Maria's, Papa Gino's, Isabellas, Jeat, Dunkin Donuts, etc. It all was perfection.
-Drank copious amounts of Dell's Lemonade and Luigi's Italian Ice.
-Went to Boston, hung out at Faneuil Hall, dined in the North End, got some pastries at Mike's, and consumed some heavenly coconut gellato.
-Jessica broke a tooth at "Mother Anna's" in the North End on a renegade un-pitted olive in her Antipasti salad. The owner was a douche and didn't even apologize.
-Had some delicious home-made Chicken Broccoli Ziti and Boiled Dinner.
-Visited The Old Country Store in Mansfield
-Shopped at the Outlets
-Bought way more than I should have.
-Shopped at Providence Place Mall in RI
-Saw 500 Days of Summer (finally). Probably one of my new favorite movies ever.
-Got together with two of my oldest friends, whom I hadn't seen in over 2 years to see The Time Traveler's Wife. Different than I expected, but superb nonetheless.
-Met up with my old friend Bianca.
-Played at Mason Field at 2AM with Nate, Clarissa, and Jessica.
-Went to The Big Apple. :)
-Sat next to a super cute man who slept the same exact way as me on the airplane. No one sleeps in the position I sleep in (I put a pillow on my knees and pretty much bend in half and sleep on it. Don't knock it til' you try it. Haha)

Those are the highlights. Now back to the real world.

-I hated flying last night 900%. I get ridiculously ill, even with drugs.
-I went to bed at 1AM (after getting in at midnight)
-Woke up at 7:20 for work. Jet Lag will be the death of me.
-Went to therapy.
-Had an interview at another branch. It went well, so we'll see I guess.
-I need to go grocery shopping ASAP.

The end.

I'm Fine With All My Memories

I had a really awesome/sad/wierd/Brother's Bloom-esq dream last night. Too bad my Mom woke me up at 5:45 Utah time to get ready for church. Oh how I hate time changes. Will catch up on my trip soon. For now, I'm off.

The Walls Are Caving In

So you know in the movies, when all the employees are sitting a conference table waiting to hear the announcement stating who gets that big promotion? You're sitting there, so eagerly waiting and hoping that it's you. You work ridiculously hard, put in long hours, and sacrifice pretty much everything for the job. You may not be the brightest burning star, but you makes up for it in determination and drive. When the time comes to announce the promotion, the execs thank you and "Mr. Jones" for everything, but they're going to have to give the promotion to the other guy. While "Mr. Jones" is celebrating, you are sulking and wondering if it all was worth it. People try to console you, but end up adding insult to injury. Finally, you decide to up and quit your job and feel a whole new satisfaction and everyone lives happily ever after.

That underdog guy was me today, minus the up and quitting and the happily ever after. After working at my job for two long years, working my school schedule around it, working whatever times or places they need me too, and running the branch for a few months (including being the ATM teller, the vault teller and being the only teller working all day on most fridays, simultaneously), I get my hours slashed, after just being promoted to full time. I would think I've earned to at least be respected. I guess that's not the case. I'm a girl on the edge right now. I brought cookies today for everyone, just to be nice, and this is what I get. And they had to break it to me the day I leave for vacation. Awesome.

Ahora.

1. That little pony is beyond adorable.
2. I miss Megan.
3. I made some pretty kick-A brownies from scratch the other night.
4. I made some pretty irresistable sugar cookies and snicker doodles last night.
5. Obviously, watching "Julie and Julia" had an effect on me.
6. I leave for Massachusetts tonight.
7. I'm starting to get nervous for the flight (I hate flying).
8. I cannot wait for the Italian Feast on Saturday.
9. I'm excited for home cooking and Papa Ginos, and Dunkin, and Isabella's, and Maria's, and Pandolfi's, and Bagels and Cream, and Mike's Pastries, and the list goes on...
10. I'm so glad Jessica is coming home with me.
11. I actually am wearing the clothes I'm supposed to at work today. Haha.
12. I'm awesome. :)

Bag Envy

Ummm, ya...I really really want this bag. If I wasn't leaving for Massachusetts in 3 days, I would definitely snatch it up.

"Today was a day just like any other."

So awesome.

I have a huge headache from only getting like five and a half hours of sleep last night. Today is such a long day for me--> work 8:15-6:30, straight to Family Home Evening, then home to bed. Ugh. The joys of monotony.

There are my mild rambling complaints for the day. Haha. Now that that's done I think I can feel a breeze of optimism coming my way.

Zoology Dragons

So what with Dixie's wedding and everything, two of my best friends (Let's just call them Shmessica and Shmamanda, haha) have been so incredibly wonderful to me. They told me yesterday, knowing that it was going to be a supremely rough day for me, that they were going to take me on a friend date after Dixie's reception. They picked me up and took me to go see "Julie and Julia" which was very charming and inspiring, fully equipped with a variety of sugary goodness. In addition, this morning I woke up to a text message from Shmamanda telling me that her and Shmessica left me something on my front porch. When I opened the door, I happened to find a wonderful photo album for all of my travelling adventures to be documented in. I adore them so much and am so blessed to have friends that care so much. :)


On a side note, I organized my closet this morning. I love my closet more than almost anything. Since I share a room, my closet is my happy place where I can be alone, surrounded by nice little objects that I love and pieces of art that I've created and collected. Not to mention my ever growing hat collection. ;)



Happy 2 year anniversary of moving to Utah to me!

My Best Friend's Wedding

Yesterday, August 7,2009, was Dixie and Dan's wedding. I am so ridiculously happy for them, but I'm not going to lie, yesterday was one of the hardest days of my life. I went through an incredible range of emotion and i'm pretty sure all of the stages of grief. This may sound super overdramatic, but I had a much harder time with it than I thought I would. Dixie and I have been friends exactly two years from today ironically. We met by chance through an ad on the bulletin board at the U, and decided to live together without even meeting first. Over time, we became best friends.She was the first person to truly care about me and understad me completely. She knew what bothered me, hurt me, made me happy, and made me hyper. We could be absolutely absurd together, ie "Random Dog Night", and "Never Leave Your Curling Iron On Night" (see pictures below)Haha. I'm so greatful that she has been there for me no matter what and visa versa. Once her and Dan began to date, I knew that things were going to change. And they did. I've had a best friend get married before, and I handled it a million times better than this. I didn't get a chance to see her until her and Dan were coming out of the temple. When the came through the doors, I totally and completely lost it. She looked so amazing all in white and it just hit me that that was it. She was moving on and I needed to do the same. When I hugged her I sobbed and told her how much I loved her. We both just stood there watery eyed as her brother-in-law was snapping pictures of us in that tender moment. Despite the tears, I'm so overjoyed for her. Dan is beyond amazing. And it's time for me to move on. I believe people come in seasons. They appear just when you need them most, and when it's time to progress, they aren't there anymore. I've seen it happen over and over again. I guess what I'm saying is that I need to stop trying to hold onto things that are drifting away. My friend Amanda compared this ordeal as sand slipping though your fingers, and to describe it that way is extremely appropriate. I know when I moved here I needed Dixie. I owe much of my self esteem and level headedness to her. I needed to know that I could trust people, that they weren't always trying to get things out of me. She helped me realize that I deserve to be loved for me. We have always been there for eachother and it was amazing to experience a two sided friendship for the first time. I know she's not dying or anything, but people change once they get married, and rightly so. Dan is, and must be Dixie's best friend and I wouldn't have it any other way. So this is my tribute to my best friend and the end of an era. Thank you Dixie Marie Bjarnson.

Work Today

Some people deserve to be slapped across the face.

Everyday Would Be a Holiday From Real

Yesterday I started thinking about the Dominican Republic trip my roommates and I took in May. It wasn't that long ago, though it feels like years. I miss it so much. If I had the choice, I'd be there right now. I got to fine tune my Spanish skills, immerse myself in a new culture and make some new friends. I can't wait to travel again. What can I say? Travelling is just my passion.

Us with Arsenio (in Obama t-shirt) and Luigi. :)

Dinner at Chez Arsenio's every day. So great.

The botanical gardens, it was pouring, and devastatingly beautiful.


Soda tastes SO much better there.

Me and Megan chilling in the room.

Our own private beach in Puerto Plata.

A Little Sufjan Stevens Makes Everything Alright

My Great Grandparents.

This is for you Old Nonno. I heard you were an amazing individual. I wish I could have gotten to know you and Old Nonna better.

For Jessica and Amanda Hatton

Never let go of hope. One day you will see that it all has finally come together. What you have always wished for has finally come to be. You will look back and laugh at what has passed and you will ask yourself… "How did I get through all of that?"
-Unknown

This is Morning.

Six things that make me happy:
1. Friends who remember things that are important to me
2. Service
3. Guys who are friendly and unpretentious
4. 75 degree, cloudy weather
5. Making collages
6. Orange Juice

Konstantine

The most beautiful song I have ever heard in my lifetime.