SISTERS

When I was younger (early 20's) my oldest brother fell in love. At first, I was really jealous, especially after meeting her. I mean, seriously, who had the right to STEAL my brothers attention from me. Then one day it dawned on me, I am not losing a brother, but actually gaining a sister. And from that point on I decided she was my sister. Jenny made it really easy. I got so excited to finally have an older sister around. Brothers are great, but lets be honest, they just don't understand everything like a girl does. I hated being the first girl to...... well you know what I am talking about if you are girl. I loved having Jenny as my sis. And I still do. Then Jared decided to get married too, that one was a lot easier. I, instantly, loved Renee. She made it really easy and I knew Jared was getting really lucky to have her as his wife. I really appreciate Renee for letting Jared marry her. And ever since they tooking thier wedding vows, I have never had a sister-in-law. Only sisters! Jenny, Tessa, Renee, Alli, and Kiss. So, to respond to your comment I never had a sister-in-law, only sisters. And that includes you. I hope that is alright. (Sometimes I think I like them more than my brothers, but don't tell them that.) Just kidding Matt and Jared.

Top 20 Things I Love

1. ICE CREAM
2. Horses
3. Skiing, water and snow
4. Being outside in the sun or dancing in the rain.
5. Being with my family, doing anything.
6. My nieces and nephews
7. My sisters (and sometimes brothers:) just kidding always my bros
8. French Fries, but the really good kind, not old stale ones.
9. Beautiful sunsets, that take my breath away. Pretty much every evening in Cache Valley
10. My dad's laugh, when he really lets it go.
11. Teaching my adaptive learning seminary classes.
12. My mom's sweet hugs and listening ear.
13. Of course, my dog, SAGE.
14. And of course my very comfortable bed!
15. Monster's Inc, the movie.
16. BOOKS, especially the classic, like Jane Austen's.
17. The gospel and what a calming effect it has on me all the time, especially during my prayers.
18. I love all my experiences I have had with my family and the smiles it brings to my face as I recall memories.
19. I love to Laugh, I mean really laugh, and laugh long and hard.
20. I love being a live. Being able to experience all the wonders of the world because my legs work. Being able to ride my bike for hours or going running on a trail or swimming, just becuase I want to go. I love the beauties the Lord has left me to see. The feeling of love I feel from God when I hear birds sing.
21. I absolutely love enormously the sound of a child's laugh, giggle and squeel. Because I know everything is going to be wonderful!!!

Single Life

I have heard so many times, "it is great to be single, enjoy it while you can! You are so free and happy." I agree with the happy part. If you are a happy person, it doesn't matter what stage of life you are in or not in, you just are happy being alive. Most the time. But the FREE part, not true. At least, not for me. I feel like if I were married, with family, my focus would be directed and my strings wouldn't be pulled ever which way. Now, I am not complaining or saying you mothers out there have it easy. OH NO! I know it isn't easy for you, and I would have to say being single is easier. It is easy. Let's face it, a single person can, USUALLY, say, "I have had it I am picking up and moving to Bahamas." Well I guess that isn't exactly true. Even being single, I am not that free. Let me explain. I have not just 1 job, but two, and if that weren't enough I have a house I am building. And if that isn't enough I have 6 horses and a dog. So, I guess, in a way I have 7 children. But, with one special benefit, if they make me bad or get too expensive, I can just sell them. If you do that with kids you might get in trouble. So, as you can see I am not exactly free. I am sure you are reading this and thinking, if she only knew how hard it is and how busy it is and how..... But single life isn't easy. Marriage life has many benefit if you have forgotten. (Not just the legal and allowable sex). For example instead of dating several guys and trying to deal with all thier idiosynchroncies, you deal with one guy. Instead of trying to figure out if you want to go out with a guy again, you don't have that choice anymore. Instead of trying to figure out what you want for dinner, it's easy you just fix something they like. Or because I am single everyone thinks I have oh so much FREE time, not a chance,. As Relief Society President, all of a sudden I have no free time to even paint my toe nails. Guys seem to come out of the wood work and want to take you out. Even if you wanted to go out with them, you don't have any free time. Because during your free time you are sleeping or showering. A MUST!!!! I am sure Sage thinks I have abandoned her and she's is so mopy and sulky. But don't worry I find time to give her TLC. Anyway, enought of my venting, bla bla bla. What do you think?

Long Long Ago

A long time ago, people only traveled occasionally. And it was a big deal. Now, with modern conveniences (airplanes), it is a regular thing. But, I still think that convenience doesn't make it easier. My sis, Alli wants me to come to Cali this weekend. I would actually go (I know I am crazy) because I miss her so much and my niece and nephews. One nephew who I have never seen :( But although it is convenient, somebody forgot to tell the airlines to make it affordable.

I am going back to Oregan (not for a guys, Matt) for my best friends wedding. I hate seeing her leave me in the dust. But I am super excited for her. Its worth spending the money on the trip. BUT, trying to build a house and pay bills makes for a small wallet, but my goal this year is to visit all my nieces and nephews.

Yes, you all know how much I would miss my bed, but I miss my nieces and nephews even more!! Oh, and my bro's and sis's too. Why can't we all live in the same place. That way I could play with them after work. And you would have a free babysitter. Doesn't that sound nice. And I am usually pretty responsible with kids.