There, I did it.
That's all.
3.26.2013
3.22.2013
I'm Mr. Brightside
It's okay that my water bottle spilled all over everything in my backpack, because at least I have a backpack and at least my computer wasn't in there.
It's okay that I didn't check the weather forecast this morning and didn't know it would snow because at least I luckily wore a jacket with a hood to keep me semi warm.
It's okay that I messed up my American Heritage test times with another test and missed taking it because I picked HARVARD (yeah, that's right) and my bracket is doing great!
It's okay that today is cleaning checks and I'll probably fail them, because I'm failing them to go to the IMAGINE DRAGONS CONCERT.
Always look on the bright side of life. It's all about the attitude. *cheesy grin*
It's okay that I didn't check the weather forecast this morning and didn't know it would snow because at least I luckily wore a jacket with a hood to keep me semi warm.
It's okay that I messed up my American Heritage test times with another test and missed taking it because I picked HARVARD (yeah, that's right) and my bracket is doing great!
It's okay that today is cleaning checks and I'll probably fail them, because I'm failing them to go to the IMAGINE DRAGONS CONCERT.
Always look on the bright side of life. It's all about the attitude. *cheesy grin*
3.20.2013
Sweet Disposition
Heavenly Father is ALWAYS aware of each of us. I'm trying to look for his hand a lot more in my life lately because I know it will bring a lot more joy and peace if I do so.
I have a testimony of tender mercies. Ha. That sounds weird.
But really. I do.
He knew that I needed a much anticipated road trip to California with my best friends.
He knew that I needed that 98% on my Sociology test (GUYS. Sociology feels SO GOOD)
He knew that I needed Imagine Dragons in my life. Oh and that I needed to see them twice.
He knew I needed the friends that I have.
He knew I needed roommates that weren't perfect so that I would have to work at loving them. We're getting along better than ever and I know that He's behind that.
He knows that I need patience. Goodness, do I need patience.
I'm not writing all this to brag and boast; in fact I have so many reasons to be stressed and mad and angry and whiny and lazy. But that's why He is there. I am so much happier when I focus on other things - the good things. I refuse to continue to make my "why I suck" list. It's unnecessary and life doesn't need more negative things like that. Life is coming at me fast and I'm gonna make it a happy party.
I have a testimony of tender mercies. Ha. That sounds weird.
But really. I do.
He knew that I needed a much anticipated road trip to California with my best friends.
He knew that I needed that 98% on my Sociology test (GUYS. Sociology feels SO GOOD)
He knew that I needed Imagine Dragons in my life. Oh and that I needed to see them twice.
He knew I needed the friends that I have.
He knew I needed roommates that weren't perfect so that I would have to work at loving them. We're getting along better than ever and I know that He's behind that.
He knows that I need patience. Goodness, do I need patience.
I'm not writing all this to brag and boast; in fact I have so many reasons to be stressed and mad and angry and whiny and lazy. But that's why He is there. I am so much happier when I focus on other things - the good things. I refuse to continue to make my "why I suck" list. It's unnecessary and life doesn't need more negative things like that. Life is coming at me fast and I'm gonna make it a happy party.
3.15.2013
wish I could recklessly love
How do you love someone who doesn't want your love?
How do you help someone who doesn't want your help?
These are the questions I am dealing with.
I don't know where my life is going; I kind of just take it day by day lately, hoping some big revelation will appear. But we all know that's not how it works. This whole decade of decision thing is scary. As was said in my stake conference today, "The decisions that you make in the next five years will effect you for the rest of eternity." Oh, you know, NO BIG DEAL. But guess what, it's defs a KBD.
Sometimes, I wonder what I'm doing. I say to myself, "dearest Father in heaven, WHERE DO YOU WANT ME TO GO." I've been learning lately what it really means to be happy. I'm glad I have the knowledge of who I truly am. Sure I'm still developing some much needed skills I don't have yet, but I have a pretty clear idea of the kind of person I was, I am, and what I want to become. Life would be pretty hard to go through without that knowledge. I just pray that I can be an instrument in the Lord's hand to help other people understand that and help them become happy.
How do you help someone who doesn't want your help?
These are the questions I am dealing with.
I don't know where my life is going; I kind of just take it day by day lately, hoping some big revelation will appear. But we all know that's not how it works. This whole decade of decision thing is scary. As was said in my stake conference today, "The decisions that you make in the next five years will effect you for the rest of eternity." Oh, you know, NO BIG DEAL. But guess what, it's defs a KBD.
Sometimes, I wonder what I'm doing. I say to myself, "dearest Father in heaven, WHERE DO YOU WANT ME TO GO." I've been learning lately what it really means to be happy. I'm glad I have the knowledge of who I truly am. Sure I'm still developing some much needed skills I don't have yet, but I have a pretty clear idea of the kind of person I was, I am, and what I want to become. Life would be pretty hard to go through without that knowledge. I just pray that I can be an instrument in the Lord's hand to help other people understand that and help them become happy.
2.09.2013
Proud and defiant
Because I'm 90% no one really reads this thing, I think it's safe to post this picture and let the audience make any assumption they want pertaining to what actually happened. However, I will still deny everything you say.
(You see, it's funny because I was wearing my "One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish footie pajamas and I didn't even realize it.)
(You see, it's funny because I was wearing my "One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish footie pajamas and I didn't even realize it.)
2.03.2013
Appreciate the here and now
Life is so fragile.
Sometimes I get too comfortable and I forget that we all have an individual, divine purpose here.
I don't ever want something like this or this to have to remind me that with my own family.
As I came across this close to home story about this young man, I also came across one of my old posts (that you can read here) talking about when Elder Nelson came to talk to my stake. The words he spoke to us about sick loved ones stirred up in my mind again.
My brother, Kevin.
Sometimes I complain about him, and other times I become resentful of the situation, but I'm grateful and saddened by the experiences that have to bring me back down to truly see the gift of a brother I have. I can't imagine what it will be like the day if - or when - we lose him. Unfortunately, it's the reality we face. Although none of us are perfect, I am eternally grateful for the brothers and the family I was given here on this earth. And I know without a doubt in my mind that families are forever.
He never complains. Well, he never complains about the life he was given. He's always optimistic about the future. He is honestly one of the funniest kids I know and he always laughs at my jokes too, even if they're not funny.
Love you, Shankapottamus.
Sometimes I get too comfortable and I forget that we all have an individual, divine purpose here.
I don't ever want something like this or this to have to remind me that with my own family.
As I came across this close to home story about this young man, I also came across one of my old posts (that you can read here) talking about when Elder Nelson came to talk to my stake. The words he spoke to us about sick loved ones stirred up in my mind again.
My brother, Kevin.
Sometimes I complain about him, and other times I become resentful of the situation, but I'm grateful and saddened by the experiences that have to bring me back down to truly see the gift of a brother I have. I can't imagine what it will be like the day if - or when - we lose him. Unfortunately, it's the reality we face. Although none of us are perfect, I am eternally grateful for the brothers and the family I was given here on this earth. And I know without a doubt in my mind that families are forever.
He never complains. Well, he never complains about the life he was given. He's always optimistic about the future. He is honestly one of the funniest kids I know and he always laughs at my jokes too, even if they're not funny.
Love you, Shankapottamus.
He hates this picture.
Military ball
On the San Clemente pier
RoboHitler and the Third Reich
How he acts every day of his life.
Bruther and seester
BYU football for LYPHE
He's always wanted to be an ice cream taste tester.
Unexpected homecoming
But he returned with honor.
Basically, I just want to say I love my brother Kevin (and Andy and my parents). And when I sent him a quick text with my love, he was a bit confused as I had never done that before. But that's the point, I had never done that before and I wanted him to know it with a surety that I do indeed love him.
Brothers and sisters, this Gospel is real and the Atonement does work.
2.01.2013
Pink flamingos in the pool
Sometimes, even when you go to college, things stay exactly the same.
Like finding roommates, for example.
In high school, no matter WHAT activity I was involved in that was going on a tour of some sorts, finding roommates was the bane of my existence. I was good enough friends with most everybody on my team or in the band that I never singled myself out to one particular person. And no one ever attached themselves to me either.
Like this for example:
Did this ^ ever happen to me in high school? Maybe like once. But never on purpose.
I recently rediscovered this and realized that like I said above, sometimes things just never change.
So in the quest for the perfect apartment to live in, I'm missing just one thing. ONE. (Actually I'm missing a lot of things like the actual apartment....but that's besides the point.)
Roommates. I don't have them, as always.
So we're back to square one, Nicole.
With my cool, current roommates and everyone else in the freaking universe going on a mission, it's hard to cautiously weave my way through the remaining candidates and convince them that I'd be a freaking blast to room with. But seriously. Behold the top 10 reasons why I'd be the perfect roommate.
10. I can provide endless ideas for music videos and will even choreograph them. For free.
9. I've become REALLY good at making scrambled eggs. They are so good, and I'll make them for you.
8. I have ALL knowledge of the BYU bookstore and will share it with you on the occasions you need it.
7. I'll let you borrow my clothes because I'm just that nice. (footie pajamas included)
6. I'm a really good listener. You're a really good talker? I'm your girl.
5. I don't snore.
4. I have a caaaaarrrrr.
3. I love America
2.5 I send pretty hilarious snapchats.
2. I have a Pinocchio marionette doll
ANNNNNNNNDDDDD
1. I make really good baby dinosaur noises.
It's as simple as that, people. Take it or leave it, but take a stance, and take it.
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