While I wasn't officially tagged, I saw this on Kim K's blog and I really couldn't pass up the opportunity to create some lists. I love lists! So, while I should be going to bed, I am sucked into blogging...
8 Things...(in no particular order)
8 shows I like to watch...
1-The Office. I could (and maybe do) watch it over and over again. It just gets more funny every time.
2-Pushing Daisies. If you haven't seen this show I highly recommend it. It is clever.
3-Everwood. Why do all the good shows get canceled? Luckily I have them on DVD.
4-Samantha Who? Also a pretty entertaining show that currently airs.
5-How I Met Your Mother- I check them out from netflix. I think I am 2 seasons behind but I do like it.
6-Eli Stone. It's a current one. And I don't know why I like it so well, but I really do.
7-My So Called Life. Classic, early, teen pop trash. So much angst! And I don't regret purchasing those DVD's for a minute.
8-Ed. This is a show that I adored when it was on and I am forever saddened that you can't get it on DVD. It's a tragedy really.
8 things that happened yesterday...
1-I was on time for work. Amazing.
2-I went to the gym for the second day since joining. And it was a good workout...I feel it today!
3-I covered a group for a co-worker on vacation and it was...well, it was interesting.
4-I watched stars falling while comfortably seated on Jacob's couch.
5-I had a conversation with a co-worker, who is pretty anti-religion, about the Word of Wisdom.
6-I ate Kilwin's chocolates.
7-I forgot about signing up to feed the Missionaries. Good thing they called to cancel the appointment anyway. That could have been very awkward and unfortunate.
8-I met with my supervisor at work and really enjoyed her feedback about my therapeutic skills.
8 things I am looking forward to...
1-Tyler coming to visit.
2-Scott and Mary Ann coming to visit.
3-The Office tomorrow.
4-The BYU football game on Saturday.
5-Taking a co-worker to church with me on Sunday.
6-Thanksgiving.
7-Christmas.
8-Seeing all my family (except Shannon and kids) during the holidays.
8 favorite places to eat...
1-Cafe Rio
2-The Bombay House
3-Big City Burrito
4-The Spicy Pickle
5-The Olive Garden
6-Outback Steakhouse
7-Mom's house
8- Jacob's house (I do enjoy when he cooks for me!)
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Friday, October 24, 2008
What's My Age Again
So, I realized a couple of things the other day. 1: My hair is getting long enough I can force it into pig-tails. 2: I am approaching 30 and excited by the fact I can put my hair in pig-tails.
I really was so excited by the possibility of pulling my hair back that I debated several times this week if I could get away with it at work. (The debate never lasted very long. I'm pretty sure I already have a hard enough time with people taking me seriously as a therapist. Throwing my hair in pig-tails probably wouldn't help.) But I was pretty excited to try it out tonight!
So here are some pictures...
I can't believe I am so excited about pig-tails that I'm posting about it.
I really was so excited by the possibility of pulling my hair back that I debated several times this week if I could get away with it at work. (The debate never lasted very long. I'm pretty sure I already have a hard enough time with people taking me seriously as a therapist. Throwing my hair in pig-tails probably wouldn't help.) But I was pretty excited to try it out tonight!
So here are some pictures...
I can't believe I am so excited about pig-tails that I'm posting about it.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Maybe more than you wanted to know...
I don't know why I love these things so much, but I really do. I always fill them out! I'm a sucker for it.
ODD Things about you! FILL IT OUT!Learn things about your friends, and let them learn about you!Make sure you send it back to the person who sent it to you!
1) Do you like blue cheese? yes
2) Have you ever smoked marijuana? No
3) Do you own a gun? No
4) What flavor do you add to your drink at Sonic? I used to be a big fan of the strawberry limeade. Can't say I've had a sonic beverage in quite some time.
5) Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? Every time. What don't I get nervous about????
6) What do you think of hot dogs? pretty disgusting in general, but I surprise myself by how I seem to be liking them more and more. Enjoying a hot dog general requires perfect conditions though. I have to be in the mood and they MUST be grilled.
7) Favorite Christmas song? Perhaps the classic Silent Night or Away in a Manger. But I love Harry Connick Jr's first Christmas album and it's not really Christmas until I hear The Carpenters and Bing Crosby. Classics!
8) What do you prefer to drink in the morning? Water. I generally prefer water to any drink.
9) Can you do push ups? Sadly, no. Diana and I spent a lot of time trying to get to the point where we could but I'm pretty sure it's just not in my genes.
10) Can you do a chin up? Not even close.
11) What's your favorite piece of jewelry? the ring I should have bought last week.
12) Favorite hobby? I enjoy quilting, card making, and pretending to watercolor.
14) Do you have A.D.D.? Not at all. I am more the OCD kind of gal.
15) What's one trait that you hate about yourself? Today I would have to say I hate that I don't think before I act. You would think I would learn my lesson, but I find myself in new predicaments every day because I don't think things through. Tomorrow I'll probably find something new to hate.
16) Middle name? Nope.
17) Name 3 thoughts at this exact moment? I should be going to bed, I need to read my scriptures, and I should put my hoodie on because I am cold.
18) Name 3 things you bought yesterday: Lunch at the Spicy Pickle, and the other things are probably best unmentioned.
19) Current worry? Too many to enumerate. I am a worrier. I worry about everything.
20) Current hate right now? Ummm...probably something about work but nothing is coming to mind. That is probably a good thing, right?
21) How did you ring in the New Year? Chillin' with the family in Utah! Good times always abound with the Carter Clan and New Years.
22) Where would you like to go back to visit? Right now I would be pretty content to spend some time with the family in Utah. I think I am a little homesick with the Holiday's approaching.
24) Do you own slippers? Not so much. Some slipper socks that are cozy, but no actual slippers.
25) What shirt are you wearing? White tank top and just about to put on a grey CSU hoodie.
26) Do you like sleeping on satin sheets? Nope, just plain old cotton for me thanks!
27) Can you whistle? Not as well as I would like.
28) Favorite color? RED
29) Would you be a pirate? what a weird question....and...no.
30) What songs do you sing in the shower? None. I usually do some serious thinking in the shower though.
31) Favorite girl's name? I don't think I have one right now.
32) Favorite boy's name? I am strangely drawn to the name Gideon, but I have always loved Ammon.
33) What's in your pocket? No pockets in my PJs
34) Last thing that made you laugh? I'm pretty sure it was Jacob tonight.
36) Worst injury you've ever had? I stepped on a nail once...that is about it. I've been pretty accident free. It comes along with the worry. Worriers are not risk takers.
37) Do you love where you live? I love my roommate but I really can't love the cats. The house is nice though.
38) How many TVs do you have in your house? 3 but no cable. So they are only really utilized for movie watching.
39) Who is your loudest friend? Lori's laugh is pretty stinking loud and also pretty fantastic.
40) How many dogs do you have? 0
41) How many cats do you have? 0, but, as previously mentioned, my roommate has 2.
2) Does someone have a crush on you? I'm pretty sure this kid named Jacob does.
43) What is your favorite book? I really love the Anne of Green Gables series and of course Harry Potter. But I don't know if I really have a favorite book.
44) What is your favorite candy? MMMM...candy! I love anything with chocolate and caramel but I'm pretty sure I will eat just about any candy. Oh...I really enjoy Reese's pieces.
45) Favorite Sports Team? BYU Cougars! Or none...take your pick.
46) What song do you want played at your funeral? I really don't know. I would have to think about this some more. Maybe "Lead Kindly Light," it is a favorite.
47) What were you doing at midnight last night? Reading blogs, I think.
48) First thing you thought about when you woke up? Praying and feeding the cats. I can't remember which came first.
49) Favorite Bath and Body fragrance? Coconut Lime Verbena, for sure!
50) Favorite childhood memory? There are so many to choose from! I loved my childhood. I have fantastic siblings who made things interesting. I remember putting on plays for my parents. Lynda would direct the whole production and it was intense. We would all have to pitch in to buy treats for the performance and we rehearsed all the time. I also have very fond memories of playing games, both board games inside and playing together outside too. I also enjoyed swimming with my family. My parents are also pretty great. I remember dancing with dad and he would do the twist, bringing his one leg into the air. That leg used to look so long. I also always enjoyed going on picnics. I remember lying beside my mom and chatting on the purple, silky picnic blanket. And going on walks as a family, or bike rides, down to Vineyard or through BYU campus back when campus was awesome with all the fountains and such. Don't even get me started about Holiday goodness...I could go on and on. Good, good times!
ODD Things about you! FILL IT OUT!Learn things about your friends, and let them learn about you!Make sure you send it back to the person who sent it to you!
1) Do you like blue cheese? yes
2) Have you ever smoked marijuana? No
3) Do you own a gun? No
4) What flavor do you add to your drink at Sonic? I used to be a big fan of the strawberry limeade. Can't say I've had a sonic beverage in quite some time.
5) Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? Every time. What don't I get nervous about????
6) What do you think of hot dogs? pretty disgusting in general, but I surprise myself by how I seem to be liking them more and more. Enjoying a hot dog general requires perfect conditions though. I have to be in the mood and they MUST be grilled.
7) Favorite Christmas song? Perhaps the classic Silent Night or Away in a Manger. But I love Harry Connick Jr's first Christmas album and it's not really Christmas until I hear The Carpenters and Bing Crosby. Classics!
8) What do you prefer to drink in the morning? Water. I generally prefer water to any drink.
9) Can you do push ups? Sadly, no. Diana and I spent a lot of time trying to get to the point where we could but I'm pretty sure it's just not in my genes.
10) Can you do a chin up? Not even close.
11) What's your favorite piece of jewelry? the ring I should have bought last week.
12) Favorite hobby? I enjoy quilting, card making, and pretending to watercolor.
14) Do you have A.D.D.? Not at all. I am more the OCD kind of gal.
15) What's one trait that you hate about yourself? Today I would have to say I hate that I don't think before I act. You would think I would learn my lesson, but I find myself in new predicaments every day because I don't think things through. Tomorrow I'll probably find something new to hate.
16) Middle name? Nope.
17) Name 3 thoughts at this exact moment? I should be going to bed, I need to read my scriptures, and I should put my hoodie on because I am cold.
18) Name 3 things you bought yesterday: Lunch at the Spicy Pickle, and the other things are probably best unmentioned.
19) Current worry? Too many to enumerate. I am a worrier. I worry about everything.
20) Current hate right now? Ummm...probably something about work but nothing is coming to mind. That is probably a good thing, right?
21) How did you ring in the New Year? Chillin' with the family in Utah! Good times always abound with the Carter Clan and New Years.
22) Where would you like to go back to visit? Right now I would be pretty content to spend some time with the family in Utah. I think I am a little homesick with the Holiday's approaching.
24) Do you own slippers? Not so much. Some slipper socks that are cozy, but no actual slippers.
25) What shirt are you wearing? White tank top and just about to put on a grey CSU hoodie.
26) Do you like sleeping on satin sheets? Nope, just plain old cotton for me thanks!
27) Can you whistle? Not as well as I would like.
28) Favorite color? RED
29) Would you be a pirate? what a weird question....and...no.
30) What songs do you sing in the shower? None. I usually do some serious thinking in the shower though.
31) Favorite girl's name? I don't think I have one right now.
32) Favorite boy's name? I am strangely drawn to the name Gideon, but I have always loved Ammon.
33) What's in your pocket? No pockets in my PJs
34) Last thing that made you laugh? I'm pretty sure it was Jacob tonight.
36) Worst injury you've ever had? I stepped on a nail once...that is about it. I've been pretty accident free. It comes along with the worry. Worriers are not risk takers.
37) Do you love where you live? I love my roommate but I really can't love the cats. The house is nice though.
38) How many TVs do you have in your house? 3 but no cable. So they are only really utilized for movie watching.
39) Who is your loudest friend? Lori's laugh is pretty stinking loud and also pretty fantastic.
40) How many dogs do you have? 0
41) How many cats do you have? 0, but, as previously mentioned, my roommate has 2.
2) Does someone have a crush on you? I'm pretty sure this kid named Jacob does.
43) What is your favorite book? I really love the Anne of Green Gables series and of course Harry Potter. But I don't know if I really have a favorite book.
44) What is your favorite candy? MMMM...candy! I love anything with chocolate and caramel but I'm pretty sure I will eat just about any candy. Oh...I really enjoy Reese's pieces.
45) Favorite Sports Team? BYU Cougars! Or none...take your pick.
46) What song do you want played at your funeral? I really don't know. I would have to think about this some more. Maybe "Lead Kindly Light," it is a favorite.
47) What were you doing at midnight last night? Reading blogs, I think.
48) First thing you thought about when you woke up? Praying and feeding the cats. I can't remember which came first.
49) Favorite Bath and Body fragrance? Coconut Lime Verbena, for sure!
50) Favorite childhood memory? There are so many to choose from! I loved my childhood. I have fantastic siblings who made things interesting. I remember putting on plays for my parents. Lynda would direct the whole production and it was intense. We would all have to pitch in to buy treats for the performance and we rehearsed all the time. I also have very fond memories of playing games, both board games inside and playing together outside too. I also enjoyed swimming with my family. My parents are also pretty great. I remember dancing with dad and he would do the twist, bringing his one leg into the air. That leg used to look so long. I also always enjoyed going on picnics. I remember lying beside my mom and chatting on the purple, silky picnic blanket. And going on walks as a family, or bike rides, down to Vineyard or through BYU campus back when campus was awesome with all the fountains and such. Don't even get me started about Holiday goodness...I could go on and on. Good, good times!
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Apparently I'm It (along with all of Laura's cousins)
That is the 8th photo from my 10th folder. It's not the most centered of pictures but I thought it fitting that it was taken two Halloweens ago. Check out those amazing lashes! My roommates and I got dressed up to go to "Witches Night Out" at Gardner Village. It was pretty fun and we got to eat some fried green tomatoes. Tasty!
And here is a better shot. Also, I tag anyone who is not related to me and is reading this now. (Especially Jacob, Kim K., Kim S., Trine, Nancy, Amanda, and Mo.) Post your 8th photo from your 10th folder.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Tomato Gravy and Homemade Bread
Yep...I made them both.
I made whole wheat bread last night and it is delicious. I made it with the intention of eating with tomato gravy and I made that tonight. I think that may be my comfort food. It reminds me of growing up and being with my family in all the good ways. Not like the bad memories associated with liver or split pea fritters.
The tomato gravy (which is really just tomato soup for any of you who may be thinking that sounds disgusting) was a little disappointing because I couldn't find really good tomatoes and I didn't want to wait for the farmers market this Saturday. Plus it's just getting to be a little late in the season for those really excellent tomatoes. But...it was pretty tasty just the same.
It filled me up and made me feel nostalgic all at the same time.
I made whole wheat bread last night and it is delicious. I made it with the intention of eating with tomato gravy and I made that tonight. I think that may be my comfort food. It reminds me of growing up and being with my family in all the good ways. Not like the bad memories associated with liver or split pea fritters.
The tomato gravy (which is really just tomato soup for any of you who may be thinking that sounds disgusting) was a little disappointing because I couldn't find really good tomatoes and I didn't want to wait for the farmers market this Saturday. Plus it's just getting to be a little late in the season for those really excellent tomatoes. But...it was pretty tasty just the same.
It filled me up and made me feel nostalgic all at the same time.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Breckenridge
I just got back from a conference for work that was held in the lovely ski resort town of Breckenridge. I drove up on Sunday and it got a little sketchy near the Loveland pass with a lot of rain and some snow. But aside from that it was a really gorgeous drive and an enjoyable conference. I think I even learned a thing or two that I will implement in the work I do.
Here are some pictures of the fun and beautiful Breckenridge.
I woke up to a dusting of snow Monday morning. It was cold and beautiful all at the same time.
My hotel
The fall colors as I was walking to main street.
Main street
From down town looking toward the ski slopes
I LOVE THE FALL!!!
Here are some pictures of the fun and beautiful Breckenridge.
I woke up to a dusting of snow Monday morning. It was cold and beautiful all at the same time.
My hotel
The fall colors as I was walking to main street.
Main street
From down town looking toward the ski slopesI LOVE THE FALL!!!
I'm not the best of spellers
So...many of you pointed out that in my last post I spelled conquer wrong. I thank you for pointing it out as it reminds me once again that I never was, and clearly still am not, a spelling wiz.
I'm reminded of spelling bees in elementary school where I would miss the easy words and get out in the first round. I was once asked if I purposely missed the word just to get out early and not have to deal with participating in the bee. I quickly responded "yes" and knew that I would have to repent for telling that lie so willingly.
The funny thing about the wrong spelling of conquer...I knew it looked incorrect but for the life of me I couldn't figure out the right spelling. I figured spell check would catch the error. Turns out, spell check doesn't catch words spelled correctly but misused. Hmm...oh well. Here's hoping this post fares better!
I'm reminded of spelling bees in elementary school where I would miss the easy words and get out in the first round. I was once asked if I purposely missed the word just to get out early and not have to deal with participating in the bee. I quickly responded "yes" and knew that I would have to repent for telling that lie so willingly.
The funny thing about the wrong spelling of conquer...I knew it looked incorrect but for the life of me I couldn't figure out the right spelling. I figured spell check would catch the error. Turns out, spell check doesn't catch words spelled correctly but misused. Hmm...oh well. Here's hoping this post fares better!
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Bravery
I realize I have never been a very brave or adventurous person. I don't like feeling out of control. Fear of being out of control, and perhaps severely injuring myself, has prevented me from doing a lot of things. Today I stood at the top of several little hills covered in rocks, sand, and loose gravel and tried to conquer some of those fears. The fear won. That's right, I'm a scaredy!
Jacob and I went for a little bike ride this morning. I am really comfortable with riding on the road or the sidewalk but I've always wanted to try a little bit of actual trail riding. So we headed up to a local state park that has several single track trails of varying difficulty and I gave it my best effort. Turns out my best effort isn't that great. This was only my second time off-roading and this was more scary than the first time for sure. I think I psyched myself out thinking about all the potential crashes, analyzing every little bump or rock in the trail, and studying just how skinny the trail is which leaves very little room for error. I psyched myself out so badly I pretty well walked down most of the steeper hills. And I was on "easy"trails the whole ride. Seriously, I am a little bit ashamed of myself.
On the other hand, it was a beautiful morning with the leaves beginning to change and it was good to get out and do something active. I really did have an enjoyable time despite my inability to conquer the fear. But now it's become a little bit more of a challenge for me because I don't appreciate the extent of the fear and it's debilitating affects. I want to be able to ride the easy courses without batting an eye. So...something to work on I guess.
Speaking of things to work on...
I was also able to watch the afternoon session of conference today. I love general conference! I appreciated Elder Holland's talk on angels and I want to do better at being a little more compassionate and loving so I can be more in tune with opportunities to help others around me. I continue to become increasingly aware of how selfish I am. I want to do better at that. I also really enjoyed Elder Bednar's remarks on making prayer more meaningful. Again, this is certainly an area I can improve in. I was discussing this talk with a friend of mine and we were both remarking how strange it is that we had not been more aware of the connection between morning and evening prayers. It amazes me how simple things like that can hit me like a ton of bricks and I think to myself "Obviously! That makes so much sense."
I also spent this evening learning how to make some excellent egg rolls and cashew chicken while spending time with some fantastic ladies from my ward. I do enjoy a good girls night out! I enjoy them even more when good food is involved. I enjoy most activities more when food is involved...
All in all, it's been a good day and I'm looking forward to more goodness tomorrow.
Jacob and I went for a little bike ride this morning. I am really comfortable with riding on the road or the sidewalk but I've always wanted to try a little bit of actual trail riding. So we headed up to a local state park that has several single track trails of varying difficulty and I gave it my best effort. Turns out my best effort isn't that great. This was only my second time off-roading and this was more scary than the first time for sure. I think I psyched myself out thinking about all the potential crashes, analyzing every little bump or rock in the trail, and studying just how skinny the trail is which leaves very little room for error. I psyched myself out so badly I pretty well walked down most of the steeper hills. And I was on "easy"trails the whole ride. Seriously, I am a little bit ashamed of myself.
On the other hand, it was a beautiful morning with the leaves beginning to change and it was good to get out and do something active. I really did have an enjoyable time despite my inability to conquer the fear. But now it's become a little bit more of a challenge for me because I don't appreciate the extent of the fear and it's debilitating affects. I want to be able to ride the easy courses without batting an eye. So...something to work on I guess.
Speaking of things to work on...
I was also able to watch the afternoon session of conference today. I love general conference! I appreciated Elder Holland's talk on angels and I want to do better at being a little more compassionate and loving so I can be more in tune with opportunities to help others around me. I continue to become increasingly aware of how selfish I am. I want to do better at that. I also really enjoyed Elder Bednar's remarks on making prayer more meaningful. Again, this is certainly an area I can improve in. I was discussing this talk with a friend of mine and we were both remarking how strange it is that we had not been more aware of the connection between morning and evening prayers. It amazes me how simple things like that can hit me like a ton of bricks and I think to myself "Obviously! That makes so much sense."
I also spent this evening learning how to make some excellent egg rolls and cashew chicken while spending time with some fantastic ladies from my ward. I do enjoy a good girls night out! I enjoy them even more when good food is involved. I enjoy most activities more when food is involved...
All in all, it's been a good day and I'm looking forward to more goodness tomorrow.
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