"So Catch Up, 'Cause You've Got An Awful Long Way To Go."

So I was gonna write this yesterday, but I figured I should probably get my homework done instead once I got home - that's what happened.

Last week was a real good one though. Now that the semester's kinda coming to a close, professors are all being pretty lax, which means basically no homework. But I know I'll get hit hard next week when finals start up.

So, Monday was pretty relaxed - got my missionary emails, which is my favorite way to start a week.

Tuesday I spent in the meat lab. Probably more fun than it should be.

We worked with lamb carcasses this week - which I was most excited to learn about of all the species, so it was kinda my thing. But it was our last week in the meat lab, so I was a little sad about that. Oh well, next fall I'll be back at it.

Wednesday and Thursday were just like, gym time and classes. I upped my squat to 120lbs - 125lbs is coming this week for sure. I was gonna try that Saturday but got lazy. Ah well. It'll happen tonight. 

Friday was more classes and I got my storage unit rented for this summer. Figured I oughta get that taken care of. That night the roommates and I went to party, because our weekends together are quickly getting used up. There was a dance on the roof of the parking garage at North Point, so we went to that. I haven't been to an off-campus dance at all this semester, so it was good to get out again. 

It was a good time. And I still got home before 1am, so I consider it a success. ;)

This is what my Saturday looked like. Ben and Jerry's paired with "Water For Elephants", make for a pretty chillaxed day. 

That night there was a 90's themed party, so the roommates and I got all dressed up and went to that. It was fun - definitely more chill than the party at North Point, but we know how to make it a good time. 

This is us trying to be attractive + cool... I'm not sure if we succeeded or not, but that's what happened. We left the party at about 10:30 to come home and order pizza, so I guess you could say we're pretty hard core partiers. 

Sunday was our last time having church with the ward, due to like Conference and such! Which was kinda sad. :( But it's kind of a relief to be done teaching - woot woot. Then we spent the night with friends, like we always do - and it was a good day. 

Good week. 

Alrighty, well, English class is a-calling and I've got to go present my extremely dramatic movie review of Titanic (which is just about one of the best movies to ever grace this planet) to the class, soooo, until next week, my friends. 

Don't forget to stay amazing, por favor. 

"Oh, It's Easy Going Out On a Friday Night."

I swear, this week went on forever. Not in the bad "I-wish-this-week-would-just-end" kind of way; more like "so-much-has-happened-and-its-felt-like-the-weekend-since-Wednesday" kind of thing. Regardless, its time for an update.

So, Monday morning I missed my first class of the week. Slept through my alarm, didn't make it to military fit. I figured it'd be a problem, possibly mess with my grade, or at the very least I'd hear about it from Sargent. Needless to say, I was a little paranoid about making it to the rest of my classes that day.

Tuesday was average.

Wednesday morning my alarm didn't go off (my fault, I set it for 5pm instead of 5am), but by some twist of fate I woke up randomly at 5:25 and made it to my military fit class. THANK THE HEAVENS ABOVE. We did a five mile run, which I much prefer to stairs, so that made for a good day. Three other guys and I always lead the rest of the group on our runs, so they've started calling us "the pack". It's pretty legit actually.

Also, that morning Kenzie and I took a much needed trip to the temple. I have only ever been in the Alaskan temple so it was fun to see the inside of another. And plus, the Rexburg temple is absolutely gorgeouuuus. Not that all temples aren't, but still. I really, really needed the visit though - I'm really glad I went.

(Mm, pretty, right?)

Thursday was kind of whatever.

Friday the fun began. 

Ever since I was a freshman in highschool I have wanted to be a brunette. I considered it all through highschool, but figured I'd never be able to pull it off. I thought about it a little here and the idea honestly scared the heck out of me. But then, after talking to roommates about it and checking out pinterest for colors, I decided to be brave and just go for it. We found a really nice little salon here down on Main Street, scheduled an appointment, and then I put on my big girl pants.

(Boom.)

(Boom. Again.)

I love, love, love it. I'm not going to lie, when the dye first processed, I was freaking out inside a little bit. It looked so dark and a little unnatural. But I kept it chill and after I got it touched up and toned, I couldn't stop smiling. Guys, I'm definitely not a blonde anymore and I'm hecka okay with that. Anyway, that was a good day.

That night there was a party. We got in as VIPs because the guy who owned the salon hosted the party and told us to ask for him at the door. It was fun to feel a little important, no big deal. Danced with alot of guys, came home exhausted, and woke up sore. Booyah. 

We all slept in the next day, got that recovery time in. We spent most of the day just hanging around the house - Brooke and I walked a couple blocks down to the CocoBean which is this adorable little custom cupcake shop. 

 (Raspberry Chocolate Cheesecake. Yes puh-lease.)

So we love that place now. Enough said.

That night there was another party. Oh. My. Gosh. This one was goooood. It was in an underground parking lot. Black light - so we all went in white and dannnnng, did room 115 look good. The DJ was awesome and there were plennnnty of guys to dance with. By the time we left, we were all soaked and pretty much make-up less, but it was so worth it. I always heard college parties were fun, but bro, they really are. 

 (We are some attractive pregnant women.)

Just had to throw this picture in here, because yolo. This was at like midnight, we were hanging out in the living room and suddenly we were all pregnant. One of the funniest moments since I've been here and that's saying something because we've had some pretty great times. 

I absolutely love my girls - I have no idea how I got so lucky. I tell you what, the Lord was looking out for us when he stuck us all together! I'm seriously going to miss Kenzie and Brooke next semester (they're on a different track), but thank goodness I'll have Scarlett right next door. I honestly don't think I'd make it on my own. Seriously. 

Well, that was my week. It was exhausting and way too much dang fun. I think I'm going to take it easier for the next little while. I still think about home every day and all you people that I miss so much it hurts sometimes. But I love it here. And being grown up isn't so bad after all. :)

I'm Doing Just Fine!

Been a few days since I posted, sorry 'bout that. Life's been good though!

1. I officially have the nicest, kindest, most amazing friends ever. They're incredible.

2. Camp out tomorrow... we'll see how that goes!

3. I had a good Valentine's day.

4. I love looking through old pictures. Good memories!

5. Supreme finally had her lamb! Took long enough.

6. Going to the Eagle River dance Saturday night? I think yes.

7. I love warm socks. Or maybe just socks in general.

8. Pretty much done learning Valiant Faith. Now I gotta get some girls to sing it in Sacrament meeting!

9. Filling out scholarship applications...

10. Um... I'm out of things to say.

Here's one of those old pictures I found of me and Jessie from this summer!

Tune My Heart to Sing Thy Grace

So, it's been an amazing weekend! And here's my 10 thoughts for today!

1. I have a chicken in my lap... yeah.
2. There's a fireside tonight. Pretty excited for that! I feel like there hasn't been one in forever.
3. Got my camera out today! That was nice.
4. The ewes' due date is Monday. Lambs any time!
5. My life is amazing.
6. The dance last night was so much fun!
7. Next week I want to go to the Chugiak dance... we'll see!
8. Never freeze noodles. Does not work.
9. Cookie doe > baked cookie.
10. I really want to watch Tron with Nikita and Jessica. LIKE REALLY BAD.


And here's an amazing picture of my amazing new bird! Yes, it's amazing.

"Sir Fredrick Von Fredrick."

It's Not Enough For Me to Live it Half Way.

Time for 10 more thoughts! I'm already like at 120 or something close to that. No where near 1,000. But I'll get there!

1. Dance tonight. Very excited.
2. I hate the sound of my alarm clock. It gets on my nerves. They should make happy sounding alarm clocks.
3. The man I marry better like chicken dumplings and pasta... 'cause that's what I can cook.
4. My chicken coop is coming home on Monday! YES. Now, if only I could get it up the driveway.
5. "I guess the change in my pocket wasn't enough. I'm like, forget you!" -Still my favorite song.
6. Frozen water buckets = one of life's greatest trials.
7. Watched E.T. last night with Canyon. FUNNIEST THING EVER.
8. D&C 63:47 is my new favorite scripture. Officially.
9. I don't want to walk down (and up) my driveway tonight...
10. Summer... will you just come already?!

Here's a picture for you. I'm using it for scholarship applications.

"I remember when..."