As we come to a close.

Anyone ever feel as if time runs circles around you? Where on earth has this summer gone, and what have  I been doing!?

I have been so grateful to be with my family everyday and spend time with them that I haven't been able to in six years- it truly has been a blessing. As the summer comes to a close I look forward to returning to Utah, but it is a bittersweet sort of feeling because I will miss the comfort of my own home and the great company my family is to me. 

Tyson was fortunate enough to intern at US Airways from June to August so we were able to take advantage of his flight benefits. I flew to Phoenix twice and Tys came up here a few times. He also flew to Vegas, NYC, and Mexico City for some great weekend adventures.

As summer grows shorter I think about the beautiful summer nights that I won't be able to see until next year, but am thankful for the ones that came and went this year. 

A few things that stand still: 

My family and friends mean the most to me.

Working hard is necessary, playing harder even more so.

Life is a beautiful gift.

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is true and the only way to receive full joy in this life and the one to come.

random

If only I had balance... and feet that actually functioned.

I would love to get into this.

Does anyone else ever feel like this is what real love is about?

#fatgirlproblems

Because it really would be a hit...

A Prayer

A PRAYER

Let me do my work each day;

And if the darkened hours of despair overcome me,

May I not forget the strength that comforted me

In the desolation of other times.

May i still remember the bright hours that found me

Walking over the silent hills of my childhood,

Or dreaming on the margin of the quiet river,

When a light glowed within me,

And I promised my early God to have courage

Amid the tempests of the changing years.

Spare me from bitterness

And from the sharp passions of unguarded moments.

May i not forget that poverty and riches are of the spirit,

Though the world know me not,

May my thoughts and actions be such

As shall keep me friends with myself.

Lift my eyes from the earth,

And let me not forget the uses of the stars.

Forbid that i should judge others,

Lest I condemn myself.

Let me not follow the clamor of the world,

But walk calmly in my path.

Give me a few friends who will love me for what I am;

And keep ever burning before my vagrant steps

The kindly light of hope.

And though age and infinity overtake me,

And i come not within sight of the castle of my dreams,

Teach me still to be thankful for life,

And for time's olden memories that are good and sweet;

And may the evening's twilight find me gentle still.

-Max Ehrmann

TGIF

After a cloudy day this girl knows how to bring some sunshine back into our lives. 

I ADORE HER!!!

On another note, in celebration of my day off Michelle and I went for a beautiful hike up Pinnacle Peak. 

It is a 3 mile hike that is completely vertical and ridiculously difficult, but we were up for the challenge! We were much too focused on our breath during the ascent to goof off, so once the decline came around we had all the time in the world to act ourselves. Unfortunately almost all the pictures/videos I have of our fun all include a fully naked rear-end of one of us. Bottoms up!

Although, my favorite part of the day included an early birthday surprise from my Tyguy! He sent a 1lb box of my favorite chocolate from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory that he let me open early. Oreos, pretzels, and gram crackers. This boy definitely knows the way to my heart ;) Thanks again Tyson!

PS! If you want a good laugh look at Buzzfeed’s 50 Most WTF Animal Pictures of the Year   I truly enjoy these :)

Cuz you had a bad day.

There was nothing particularly bothering me today, and I have nothing to really complain about in life, but today just was a bad day. And I sincerely dislike having bad days because they make me feel unhappy and ungrateful. Sometimes though I don't think you should try to be anything you're not. If you're not smiling all the time or always happy-I don't think it matters. If you're having a bad day, such is life. Just be aware of those who are around you so you don't bring them down as well.

What I do find interesting are some techniques women use after a bad day. Here are the most common things recommended to a gal after a long and unruly day: 

1. Take off your shoes and your jewelry. Change into some comfortable clothes, and let your hair down. Tight hair ties and hairbands can pressure your head and give you a headache.
2.Get everything you need. Get some nice scented candles, get your favorite happy and calming music, scented soap, bubble bath liquid and a face mask made from mashed avocado and honey.
3.Prepare your bath and soak in it for as long as you want. Put a face mask on and relax, just enjoying your soak. If you don't have a bathtub, just take a nice, long hot shower.
4.Put some baby oil on and/or scented lotion when you're done with your bath. Comb your hair, do a manicure, exfoliate your face, etc.
5.Use the Japanese foot relaxation method. Soak your feet in a hot tub for a couple of minutes then dry them vigorously. Massage each toe 5 times in a clockwise and counter clockwise direction. Pull each toe out after you're done. Massage your soles with your fingers first, then. Finish by lightly tapping your soles.
6.Put on a nice, clean pair of pajamas, slippers and a dressing gown. Fluffy socks will do too.
7.Watch your favorite feel-good movie. It's good to read too, if you don't really want to watch a movie. This will keep your mind off of your bad day!
8.ake yourself a nice hot drink like herbal tea because this helps cramps, chocolate might make you feel bloated or bad. You may also try some instant soup.
9.Get some much needed beauty sleep and sleep well!

ME?? 

I just want to eat chocolate in sweats and an oversized tee and watch a gory movie while the man of my dreams rubs my feet, all while simulatneously dropping a few pounds. I mean, is it really too much to ask?? 

IS IT??

HERRRRR tutorials

Sometimes you just want to get your hair out of your face...especially when the heat of summer hits. A ponytail works its wonders, but can get bored really fast. Here are a few hair-do's :)

Braids:
* Mermaid tail braid
* Half-up braided crown
* Braided top bun
* Four-strand braid
* Braided crown
* Pretzel braid

Ponytails:
* Messy side ponytail
* Ponytail twist
* Sleek parted ponytail


Buns:
* Three twisted buns
* Top knot
* Rope bun
* Gibson roll
* Chestnut bun
* Messy French bun

Missing my baby B.

It has been ONE DAY since baby Brinley left to go back home and I am completely depressed. I was able to be with her everyday for 5 weeks and loved every second of it. While she was with us she grew and developed every single day and we got to see more and more of her sweet personality. She began to stand up on her own, makes "meow" noises when the cat is around, can make kissy noises, claps her hands, grew two teeth, loves popsicles and any cold drink, is fascinated with a hair dryer, and found a love for the trampoline. She would lay on me and make noises as I softly bounced the both of us every time. 

I miss this girl so much already, I can hardly stand it! I was able to Skype her today and see her bright smiles and funny faces. I guess I have no choice but to wait another month and a half until I get to kiss those big cheeks of hers!

HOT weekend.

This last weekend was so great- I had the opportunity to fly down to PHX to see my man and we then drove to Vegas for his sisters wedding the following day. Phoenix was great, but if I had to use one word to describe it...HOT. It was 120 degrees out! And here I was thinking I could lay out by the pool while Tyson was at work to get me a nice little tan going. NOPE. Air conditioned apartment was much more satisfying.

Come saturday it was Cydney's and Brady's wedding, and oh how it was beautiful! Cyd looked stunning and Brady never stopped smiling. The food was incredible and the dancing even more so. When sunday rolled around Tyson and I drove back to Vegas so I could catch a flight home, but as I was flying standby I had to stay the night in PHX one more night until I got onto the 730AM flight monday morning. 

Special thanks to Tyson for being so unbelievably patient with me as I tried on the entire mall to find a suitable dress for the wedding. I was the one who was flustered and stressed as he remained cool, calm, and collected.

  Me and JJ (Tyson's little sis)

PS- What is one supposed to say when their Filipino coworker offers them a FISH HEAD at lunch?! I simply said "no thank you"...even though it took three times. Nasty.

Do You.

THE MOST COMMON 

FORM OF DESPAIR IS 

NOT BEING WHO YOU ARE.

-Soren Kierkegoard

Heard that! Let those freak flags fly people!!!