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Saturday, May 3, 2014

Sorry every one! I did not realized how long it has been since I posted. Recently I just moved back to Arizona. I finished my first year of college at Utah State. I definitely had some rough times, but I loved it so much. I made some of the most amazing friends ever, and also met some incredible people. I am really excited to go back up there next semester. I recently decided to switch my major to art, so I am hoping that I can get accepted into the art program for the spring 2015 semester. During my first year away from home lots happened and so much changed. For one I gained around 45 pounds, yes it was much needed, but still! I went on quite a few dates,  I am sure you know if you keep up with my blog, I was living on campus in Jones hall, apartment 401. I had some really cool roommates first semester. I am not going to lie though, it was hard living with 5 other girls. The thing is that we were all so different so we all had problems with each other (I mean what else do you expect) we were all raised so differently. All of us cleaned different, acted different, cried more than others (Rebekah), and even had more drama than others. Even though I knew we were supposed to be living together first semester, at times I wish I did not live with any of them. The end of fall semester came around and 3 of my roommates decided they were going to move out. The thought kind of scared me and also was kind of a relief! I had a hard time learning how to love them for who they were and I did NOT want to have to be nice to 3 new girls (my inner brat, and also probably stubbornness). Rebekah and I decided to move into a room together so we didn't have to get new roommates. Spring semester came around and only ONE girl moved in, and we ended up liking her. We were seriously beyond happy. Instead of 6 there were only 4. Yes the two less girls make a HUGE difference! Although, during all of this one of my best friends, Katie, that I lived with moved back to South Carolina so that was really hard and sad. I still miss her, and to think we only knew one another for 4 months is crazy! Now that I am back in Arizona I am missing Logan probably a little more than I should. Like I said before I made some amazing friends. Yes the majority of them are all guys, except Brie Allen, what an incredible person and example she is. They all live in Yellow House (except Brie, but she lives close), which is right behind the institute building (practically on campus). I honestly have never met a more accepting, fun and loving group of people in my entire life. I do not know what I would have done without them this semester. Those boys showed me how easy it is to love and care for others. On Easter my friend Scotty, one of the Yellow House boys, invited me to go spend Easter with his family in Centerville. After spending that Sunday with one of the most incredible families I have ever known. I could finally understand how he could be as kind and loving as he is. One thing I do know is that all of those boys' parents sure did something right! Over all this last school year was overall really difficult, but in the end it has paid off. I have learned so many new things about myself (good and bad). I have matured quite a bit, and still have TONS of maturing left to do. It is so cool looking back on the past year and seeing how much I have progressed, and beyond excited to see how much more I can progress. I am really happy to be home with my family, but do miss my friends and life up in Utah.
Yellow House friends left to right: Scotty, Ian, Matt, Larry, Brie, Paskett (Taylor), Briton.



Sunday, March 16, 2014


To end my spring break I went to church with my family. Garret wanted me to get him ready and take some cool pictures and also wanted me to cut his hair so he could "be cool". Man my family is awesome! Especially GTR. 









My spring break was pretty laid back. I just went back to Snowflake, Arizona (home). A year ago from today I told myself I would never go back, and I would never miss it. Needless to say, I miss Snowflake more than ever. I love Logan so much, it is just so beautiful and fun, but my heart will always be in Arizona.

At home I was able to have a fun little movie night with Cooper Drake, he insisted that I buy him candy and rent a movie or else I would not be his favorite any more (can't let that happen). We rented Despicable Me 2 and we both loved it. I laughed a little more than C-Drake, but hey it was so cute! 


Good thing Cooper and I were on good terms the first night I came home thanks to our movie night. Every single morning he would come and jump on top of me and wake me up. Yes this is about spring break and yes Cooper woke me up around 6:30 -7:00 AM every single morning I was at home. It is a dang good thing he is cute and I love him. 
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This below is Cooper's leprechaun trap that he made all by himself. One of the funniest/ cutest things ever (I suggest you read it if possible)

"Stairs on the back if you want gold clime the stairs and get in the box"


"turn paper over"

"cot you!!! haaahaha"
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The end of my spring break Blake Peterson and Jayden Gubler invited me to go to The Devil Wears Prada concert in Tucson at the Rialto Theatre. I seriously loved every second of it. I would be lying if I said I wasn't freaked out at times. 




    
I asked my parents and siblings to describe my family in one word, and these are the words they came up with. Unfortunately my mothers choice of dysfunctional did not make the cut for the list. 


strange,
weird,  
enjoyable,
unaffectionate,
annoying,
loud,
forever,
lazy.

That pretty much sums up my family. Every single one of us have a different personality, which makes for a good time all the time (the definition of good time can mean for us or for the bystander whom ever it may be). I love my family with all my heart and I do not know what I would do with out them. Over the years I have learned that they are going to be some of my best friends forever. Since moving away from home in August I have developed a relationship with each of my siblings that is so different than before. Being so far away from them is so hard, but makes the reunions so worth it. Have you ever cared about an individual so much that when you see them sad, or mad, or happy you feel that emotion with them? That is how I am with my brothers and sisters. With the exception of Cooper, he is usually angry and I just think it is funny. I love him though. 

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Fun throw back, bare with me.

Bailey Brett, my first sister/ sibling ever. Just had to throw this picture on here because I love it so much. My family used to live in Florida, and Bailey and I actually had some color to our skin. 
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Thursday, February 27, 2014

As you all can probably tell. I am so obsessed with the mountains here in Logan, Utah. My mother has been here for a little while and so the other day we decided to take a hike through the canyon. Rebekah loves to model for me, which works out perfectly because I am not a huge fan of being the model. I would much rather be taking the photos. This one is my favorite from our "shoot" I will share more once I get them all organized. Life has been a little crazy lately so these are just the few that I could share at the time. Also my mom and I went to a Utah Jazz game against the Phoenix Suns. First professional basketball game I have been to and I loved it. 










Thursday, February 13, 2014

I feel that no one really understands how much one small thing can change a persons life. It can be a smile, a wave hello, even just holding the door for a stranger. I also feel that we do not value the small things in our lives. The 30 second phone conversation with some one you care about, cold water bottle after a long jog, or even having a seat on a crowded bus. I have really been thinking about some of the small and maybe insignificant things to others that impact my life more than I realize.

Here are a few small things that make a difference in my life:

My boots and beanies. If only I could express to every one how much I love these two small things, especially in this weather. 

This gelato makes me so happy. I just love the simplicity of the logo and writing. 

Pictures I have with my mom ( mainly because she looks my age and looks like one of my friends, because she is)

My polaroid camera, and moments that I get to keep forever. 

Logan Temple, definitely not a small thing, but looking down the mountain to see the lit up tops of the temple, that is what I love. 

The conversations I have with my dad every day of the week, even if it is for 2 minutes because we are both busy. 

The mountains ( also not small, but very significant in my life) I love to go hiking, what a perfect place Logan Canyon is for that. 


Hearing Bailey say "I love you too" as fast as she can so no one (including me) can hear her.

Snapchats of my siblings (especially this one) 

The whole wall of windows in my apartment. 

Recently I have really come to appreciate the cheap paint brushes that I have. They allow me to attempt to be creative and I love it. 

Monday, January 20, 2014

As of late, I was able to start my second semester at Utah State University. So far I have loved it more than last semester. I am taking a couple business class, and I love them. This past weekend my best friend/ roommate, Rebekah took me to her house in Layton. The night before we went we found out that Panic! At The Disco had a show in Salt Lake City. We were beyond excited, but unfortunately we went to purchase our tickets too late, THEY WERE SOLD OUT! Obviously for us, that was not a problem because we still got into the concert. I can say that it was such an amazing concert! I loved it and had such a blast with Rebekah. 











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