Mother’s Day and Cosmo

May 9, 2014 — Leave a comment

Dear friends:

I feel like I gripe about how busy I am all the time…but I am BUSY! Life is great though:)

I’m a bit jealous of all my friends around the world on their study abroads and such, but I’m having a blast reporting for 11 News and working for BYU Radio. It’s fun to meet all kinds of people and learn new things every single day!

I also enjoy baseball games with Cosmo and my friends.

My cute Matt Townsend team with our fairy rings. Matt is lame as you can see, and Jess is leaving me alone with the boys:( Miss you Jess!

Cosmo sweeps me off my feet sometimes.
Mother’s Day is coming up my dear friends! So here are my recommendations on what you should do for your sweet amazing, angel mother:
Put your phone away. Spend the day with your mom free from distractions. Sure, she’ll love the flowers and the poem or the necklace, but she’ll love even more that you set down the phone to talk with her, to be a part of the family. That’s the greatest gift you can give her this year.
Happy Friday everyone!

Summer Time

May 4, 2014 — 6 Comments

Guys, summer break is here.

Well for me it’s not a break, I’m still in school. But there’s something wonderful about waking up early in the morning to the sun, to walking around on campus without a jacket, and to getting into your car with the steering wheel a little too hot to touch.

I have a long list of things I want to do this summer, as well as a BYU bucket list for things I want to do with my last year here at the Y. I figure if I post it on my blog, I’ll be more likely to stick to it! So here we go:)

1. Rooftop Concert

2. Drive in movie
3. Float the Provo river
4. Baseball games
5. Visit Utah Lake or Great Salt Lake
6. Bonfire
7. Swim at Cherry Hill or Seven Peaks
8. Rope swing in Mona 
9. Camping
10. Pie shake
11. Roast mallows at the bell tower
12. Picnic

There you have it folks, my summer 2k14. Now keep in mind, I’ll be going to school until June and then doing my internship from June to August. There would be lots more activities on my list if I wasn’t so darn busy!

Here is my BYU Bucket List (which has some duplicates, but that’s ok)

1. Creamery Ice Cream

2. Picture with Cosmo
3. Football Game
4. Baseball Game
5. Basketball Game
6. Rugby Game
7. Gymnastics meet
8. Squaw Peak Kiss
9. Eat a Pie Shake
10. Rooftop concert
11. Drive in movie
12. Float the Provo river
13. Visit Utah Lake
14. International Cinema
15. Hike the Y
16. Rope swing in Mona
17. J Dawgs
18. Leave a note in the testing center
19. Stay in the library as late as possible
20. Eat at the Canon center
21. Go camping
22. Walk into every BYU Building
23. Volunteer at the MTC
24. Roast marshmallows at the Bell Tower
25. Picnic
26. Hide and Seek at BYU buildings

Never fear, I have already done some of these things, I just want to do them all again before I leave BYU! Part of the experience right?;)

If you have other ideas for either my summer or BYU Bucket List, let me know!

Also really quick, this is what’s been up with me:)

This cute sister of mine took 2nd in the Hurdles at the BYU invitational meet. SO proud of her! My brother is awesome and has a job with a law firm for the summer before Harvard, and cute Bethany just finished up being Kim in Bye Bye Birdie, and is on to lacrosse! My siblings are so talented. 

Sometimes after Fast Sunday you need a grilled PB and J.
Happy Sunday everyone!

The times they are a changin’

May 1, 2014 — 1 Comment

Friends, life is always so busy.

Spring semester began this week, and I’m a crazy busy girl now.

I go to school ALL DAY on Monday and Wednesday, have some classes on Friday, and on my “off days” I go in to work, do homework, and go out for my reporting class to get interviews and footage. Basically, I’m on the go all the time. It’s ok, it’s just for six weeks right?

This little blog will probably be somewhat neglected, so here’s my apology in advance.

I just have to say how much I love my job/major. I picked something that was perfect for me. I LOVE talking to people and getting to know lots of different people. That, plus writing, means I’m in heaven.

Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life! Sometimes I do feel like I’m working, and working way more than I anticipated, but 99% of the time I love what I’m doing.

Just a few photos for you to see what’s been up besides school and work!

Madeline and Olivia, just like me and my sister! Now we just need a Bethany book!

Cutest baby duckies EVER
Happy Thursday everyone!

What is UP!

April 27, 2014 — Leave a comment

Hello friends:)

This week has been a fun one! Lots of time on the Matt Townsend show, lots of time helping my awesome roommates pack up and move out (no I’m not super happy about that one) and lots of time with family celebrating my brother’s graduation!

Life is good! I’m dreading the start of school, but what else is new haha.

That’s all I have! Happy Sunday everyone:)

Goodbye Junior

April 23, 2014 — 1 Comment

Well dear friends, my junior year of college is officially done!

Even though it’s only my second year of college, I came in with some credits, and that plus some crazy schedules have led me to the end of my junior year! It’s crazy to think I only have one year left of college. This year has been a crazy one and it flew by! Here are some of the things I’ve learned this year:

1. Things don’t usually go the way you think they will, and that’s ok.
2. Working hard is worth it in the end.
3. Doing what you love will make you so much happier, no matter what the pay is!
4. Finding the right best friends takes time, but is so important.
5. Budgeting is crucial.
6. Alone time can be the best part of your day.
7. Reading is always a good idea.
8. Talking about your issues is a lot easier than not saying anything and being angry.
9. Sometimes people won’t understand what you’re doing, that doesn’t make it wrong.
10. People lash out when they don’t understand, don’t let them get the better of you.
11. Be nice to everyone, you never know when you’re going to run into them and need a favor.
12. Don’t be the messy roommate.
13. Disneyland is always a good idea.
14. Put others first, but take time for you too.
15. Be aware, watch the news.
16. Go to class and do your homework, and your life will be easier.
17. Working hard gets your promotions.
18. Pray, pray, pray, pray, and then pray some more.
19. You need to do what’s best for you, regardless of what anyone may say.
20. Have fun, you’re only a junior in college once!

I am so blessed to be a BYU Cougar, and I wouldn’t trade the past two years of my life for anything. Being here at BYU has been the biggest blessing, and has helped me become the person I am. I’m so grateful for the people that I’ve met here, the friends that I’ve made, and the person they’ve helped me become. Yes, this is a little sappy, but it’s hard to close a chapter of your life book. It’s ok, because I’m so ready for the next one!
Happy Wednesday everyone, happy last day of finals for all you Cougars, and happy new chapter to me.

Happy Easter!

April 21, 2014 — Leave a comment

Friends. Easter is beautiful. It’s an amazing time of the year when I get to refocus on the Savior and reevaluate where I am, and where I’m heading in my life.

Be prepared for a little bit of spirituality to come up real quick…

I love The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I love it more than anything. It’s the only reason that I am who I am.

And there’s only one thing that I’m sure of. One thing that I know for sure. It’s that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is true. If you don’t believe it, talk to me. Look into it. Read the Book of Mormon. It’s 100% true. I wouldn’t live the lifestyle I do if it wasn’t. I wouldn’t go to Church for 3 hours on Sunday and devote hours each week if it wasn’t. I wouldn’t have been ok with my best friend leaving my side to teach it to others if it wasn’t. I wouldn’t be able to wake up everyday and live in this messed up world if I didn’t know there was something better.

The church Easter movie this year is called Because of Him. I’m sure you’ve heard about it or seen it, but if not go check it out!

But here’s my #BecauseofHim

Because of Him, I can be with my family forever.
Because of Him, I can fix the mistakes I make.
Because of Him, I have unlimited potential.
Because of Him, I have someone who really and truly understands me.
Because of Him, I am never alone.
Because of Him, death is not the end.
Because of Him, my joy is full.

Happy Easter everyone:)

 Also, Heidi and Liv and Sarah are all moving out this week (or in Heidi’s case, she’s already moved out). I’m really sad to be losing three of my best friends for the summer, but I am SO stoked for Fall and getting to live with Rach and Heidi and Liv again! AND I’m stoked for Courtney to move in with Rach and I for Spring/Summer! Miss you Belle, and Liv and Sar I’m going to miss you both!

Fits of Writing

April 18, 2014 — Leave a comment

Sometimes I get into these writing fits where I just need to sit down and let it out. It’s like crying; all that pent up stuff and sometimes you need to let it out.

I’m convinced that someday this fit of writing will lead me to a book…but we’ll see if one day I have the time and energy to commit to that. Lately I’ve barely been able to commit to this dear little blog, and that’s nothing compared to the novel that’s churning in my heart. By that point it won’t matter if nobody reads it but me.

I’ve been happy lately. Not that this is something novel and strange and unique, but in a small way it is. Being happy takes practice. It’s easy to be sad, to complain and to be upset about every little thing. Happy isn’t something that happens. It takes work. It takes making sure you’re surrounded by people that want you to be happy, and want to be happy themselves. I’ve gotten better at that. It takes deciding that apologizing is good, and that criticism isn’t the worst thing in the world. But it also takes sticking up for what you believe in. It’s this balancing act that could be exhausting, but you’re too busy being happy to be too tired from it.

It’s naive and I’m young, but I hope that I remember being happy when life gets harder.

I hope I remember what it’s like to live without someone that you care about, and never take my loved ones for granted.

I hope I remember that Hershey Kisses are magical.

I hope I remember how much fun a ride up the canyon can be.

I hope I remember 2 AM as a fun, laughing, and happy time.

I hope I’m never too old for Disneyland.

I hope I remember to keep practicing being happy every day.

Happy Friday everyone, and happy finals for me!

I bleed blue

April 15, 2014 — Leave a comment

Sometimes people may look at me and think I’m a nostalgic, passionate, emotional mess. And mostly they’d be right. 

So prepare yourself for a little passionate, emotional nostalgia.
Today I went to the Unforum, or the last BYU Devotional, of the school year. Yes I’ll be here in the spring and in the fall, but this was the last one for this full school year. And it was the last one with President and Sister Samuelson. Let me tell you folks, if you don’t know who those fine people are you are missing out. President Samuelson is such an amazing man, who cares about BYU so much. He and his wife made such an effort to be with the students, to integrate themselves into their lives, and to let them know how much they matter. I feel very lucky that I got to be here for a few years while he was the President of BYU.
Also, some real talk. I love BYU more than just about anything. It’s honestly been the best experience in the world for me. BYU is the perfect fit for me, and I’m so happy I have another year here to learn and grow. Yes, I am getting a little weepy thinking this next year is my last at BYU. I made a BYU Bucket List, plotted out all the ways that I could stay a little longer, and came to the conclusion that I’ll be outta here by April 2015, or August 2015 at the very, very latest. So hurrah for Finals Week coming up, hurrah for Junior Year, and hurrah for BYU!
Happy Tuesday everyone!

Why do I never have time to blog?

April 14, 2014 — 1 Comment

Wow I’m bad at blogging.

Finals start this week! EEK!!! Here’s hoping I’m ready!

Let’s do a quick recap of what my life has looked like lately.

Our Easter Egg Hunt for FHE turned into Duck Hunt….and Juan’s face here is just priceless! Don’t worry, no baby ducks were harmed, and they’ll be hatching soon!

Also it was bring your llama to school day at BYU apparently…go figure that one out
My beautiful sister went to Prom this weekend and had a great time, making me miss my Prom. It’s hard to think it was two whole years ago that I got all dressed up and danced the night away!
However, I did dance the night away while my sister was at Prom this year…at the Traditions Ball. It was my student alumni event this semester and it went off with very few glitches! So yay! It was a really beautiful evening with live music and performances, so much good food and lots of wonderful students and alumni alike. 
All in all, life is going great! I guess I’m really busy because I don’t even have time to blog, but I don’t feel too busy or overwhelmed, which is a first. Thanks for all  your continued love and support, it means more than you’ll ever know:)
Happy Monday everyone!

What is UP!

April 9, 2014 — Leave a comment

Guys. Finals start next week.

WHAT?

I’m not sure where this semester went.

Spring is going to be filled with working/reporting for 11 news which will CONSUME my life.

Summer will be filled with more working and…

AN INTERNSHIP WITH KSL-TV. I’m pretty happy:) I’ll be producing, pitching stories, going into the field to get footage, plus your run of the mill intern duties like logging tape and getting Starbucks. I could not be more excited!

What are your summer plans? I’m hoping to squeeze in some pool time, late movies, lots of music, driving around on warm summer nights, evenings in the city, lots of playing with my friends, time in K-town with my fam bam, a trip to Arizona for Sar Bear’s wedding, and a Boston trip to help my brother move in. Looks like a jam-packed, super fun summer!

And then believe it or not, I’ll have one semester left before Randy Low gets home. Crazy right?

Today marks 15 months that he has been gone. Some days it seems like a lot more, some days it seems like a lot less. Either way I couldn’t be more proud of him!

It’s sunny in Provo and today is a good day.
Happy Wednesday everyone!

https://youtube.googleapis.com/v/2GRtFC8nTag&source=udsThis song though, and this band…..:)