Love.

In 2007 my life changed, I met a boy, unlike any other.
I could talk to him forever & never get bored.
I could tell him anything & never be judged.
He became my best friend, my boyfriend, my true love.
2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and now 2011
I spent all of my time falling in love with this boy.
Getting to know him on different levels.
Finding out more about him, as well as myself.
Being completely comfortable around him without having to work at it.
Seeing the world through different eyes.
Learning about love.
Feeling emotions I had never felt before.
Caring about someone else more than myself.
Realizing I would do anything in the world to see him happy.
It wasn't always perfect but no matter what, it was always worth it.
I wouldn't change anything.
He encourages me.
He believes in me.
He reminds me constantly that we are meant for each other.
& what we have is real.
And everyday we are just that much closer to what we've been waiting for.
And someday, soon, we will be living our dream.

That someday soon just happens to be this summer. July 29th to be exact. Thats right, I am engaged. I couldn't be more excited or happier.

Internship.

I have reached the downward slope of my undergraduate degree. Yet I don't feel old enough to be more than a halfway through my bachelors degree. I don't feel responsible enough to start taking LSAT prep classes. And I definitely don't feel grown up enough to start applying for law school. Reality really hit when I got asked to be UVU's Presidential Cabinet Intern. I will be interning directly with the Vice President of Student Affairs. From talking with him I have realized that we have alot in common regarding education and careers. Our educational paths align with political science degrees, master degrees, and juris doctrates (with no intention of ever actually practicing law). Our career paths are parallel with dreams of public administration and service. He is going to be a great mentor and advisor. One that I am confident will help me reach my full potential. One of my main responsibilities as an intern will be to help teach his American Government class. While some may find this slightly intimidating I find it extremely exciting. I have always had an internal struggle on whether I wanted to do law school or teach high school government. While a college level government class is nothing like high school it is going to be a definite learning experience. What am I saying? This whole internship will be a definite learning experience. One that will help me reach my goals, learn and grow, as well as succeed in all aspects regarding my future.

Cruise.

This past week my family and I sailed on the Carnival Splendor to the beautiful Mexican Riviera. It was a much needed vacation and one I wouldn't mind reliving. The great thing about cruising is there is soo much to do every second of every day. It was like a constant 7-day fiesta. During the week journey we made stops at Cabo San Lucas. twice. and Puerto Vallarta. The rest of the time was spent sailing the seven seas. Some highlights of my week were....

CABO SAN LUCAS

PUERTO VALLARTA

EATING

BEACH

POOL TIME

COMEDY CLUB

MINI GOLF

Waiting...

I am...
waiting on my laundry...
waiting for Spice World to get here on Netflix...
waiting to hear back on my internship...
waiting to head on my cruise to beautiful Mexico...
and waiting for my new apartment to be ready so I can move...

Just Sitting, Waiting, Wishing...

Sophomore Year.

Growing up I always heard the line, “College is where you find your true self.” Being the young and naïve little girl I was I thought to myself “I already know who I am.” Then came the day when I walked down the stage, shook my principles hand and grabbed my diploma. After that summer I packed up my car and moved out of a small town I barely stepped out of it. That was when reality hit. These past two years of college have been quite an adventure. I can honestly say these have been the most trying times in my life but also the most beneficial. I have been able to watch myself grow from the know-it-all teenager to the know-absolutely-nothing young adult. I have struggled financially, academically, and emotionally. As I was living my college dream I learned who my true friends were. Markel has been the best roommate/friend anyone could ask for. She stuck with me through thick and thin, through arguments and happiness, and through early mornings and late nights. That woman will forever be my best friend. I learned money and nice things are unimportant.I learned if you want something bad enough you will lose sleep to gain it. If anyone knows me they know I worship sleep. The nights when I stayed up to the wee hours of the morning studying, finishing projects, or writing that final paper were not joyous by any means. The final grade at the end of the semester made it all worth it though. And I learned that the gospel is the only thing that stays constant in your life.

With that being said I am officially done with my sophomore year. Horray! I am on track to graduate in the next year or so. Hopefully the next couple of years are as great as the past ones.

Darci.

Today my adorable little sister Darci is turning sweet sixteen. I still remember the innocent little blue-eyed beauty playing barbies with me or laying our sleeping bags side by side as we fell asleep on our basement floor watching Zenon or another Disney classic. And here she is old enough to break boy’s hearts and drive real cars on the road. Where has time gone?

Me and Darci are so much alike it is almost freaky. Not only are our clothing sizes identical (which results in many closet swaps) but I look at some of the experiences Darci is going through and I realize I went through the exact same thing during my high school years. There have been nights when she has called me complaining and venting and I can’t help but smile because I know exactly how she feels.

These past couple of months have been trying for me as I have been searching for acceptance and validation regarding choices I have made. Darci was there supporting me through thick and thin. I remember vividly a particular weekend when I felt like giving up. I felt like no matter how hard I tried I just couldn’t win. Just when my eyes were starting to tear up Darci said the simplest statement that turned my whole day around, possibly even my whole month. To this day I don’t think she realizes how big of an impact that incident had on me. Darci is the most loyal and trusting person you will ever meet. She is a true confidant. I love going on drives with this woman because I can pour out my whole heart and she won’t judge or offer advice, she just simply listens. I could sit and just talk to her for hours about my problems and I know a word wouldn’t be uttered to anyone about it. Not only that but she is one of the most spiritual girls I know. I love walking into her room because I always see scriptures, church books, journals, quotes, or pictures of temples scattered all over her floor and walls. Darci has her head on straight and is going places. I know without a doubt that she would never lower her standards for anyone, sometimes I wish I could have her spiritual strength.

Darci, when you read this know that you are the best! I am truly blessed to have such an amazing sister and role model in my life. I know you may look older and you may be taller than me but remember I am still older and wiser. I will always be here for you, keep those phone calls coming. I love you!

Jazz Season.

Last night the Utah Jazz season drew to close (with a win of course). This season has been full of ups and downs. We went undefeated in pre-season, Jerry Sloan resigned, D-Will got traded, we broke the NBA record for the biggest collapse in a season, plus we beat the Lakers in Los Angeles. Holla! In honor of a uh...interesting Jazz Season here is a video of my two favorite things in the whole wide world. Utah Jazz and Politics.