Whew! I haven't updated my blog in over a month. I guess I've been so busy with work and school that the blog has taken a backburner. I'm definitely ready to be done with school. It seems like all I do is homework. I'm currently working on a retirement project for my math class. 5 more weeks!
I think I finally decided what I want to do for a career, and that is teach elementary school. As soon as I get a spare second, I'm going to apply for the Alternate Teaching Licensure program through the State of Utah. One of the main reasons that I chose teaching is because it is so family friendly. I like the idea of getting off work at 3:30 and having my summers off. Plus, I think that I'm gifted at it, and should use my talents.
Other than that, I've just been having a fun going on dates. But, that is another blog for another time, and I'll have to tell you about him later.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
I love you Grandma Joyce
I wanted to share some of my favorite memories of my Grandma Joyce today. I will always remember visiting her and my grandpa at their home. My grandma was a wonderful cook, and always a wonderful hostess. I remember her donuts and caramel apples on Halloween. She loved to celebrate and made two kinds of cake for my grandpa's birthday. My dad told me a story about my grandma that warmed my heart. When my dad was growing up, needy people would knock on the door and my grandma would always feed them a warm meal no matter what.
I loved playing in my grandma's yard. She had a wonderful lilac garden. My grandma was such a wonderful grandma to me and her other 19 grandchildren. She loved the Lord with all heart, and brought so much good to the world. She wrote beautiful poems, and I'll share this one with you.
"Comfort"
"God called her home. He had great need of her.
To mend the angels wings of gossamer.
To make St. Peter rest a little while
To drink a cup of tea, and learn to smile
When angel babies fuss for lullabies
Then she soothes back their hair and hushes cries
With hands so softly cool, with voice kept low
Rocking the little Angels to and fro.
God called her home. Her work on earth was done
He must have felt that truly-here was one
To scatter stars and shape the rainbows glow
And send a ray of hope to those below.
Never will ocean part you-heartache-tears.
She will look down and guide you through the years.
And when your feet too tired to roam.
She will fling wide the gates and call you home."
--Joyce Hulce 1970.
I loved playing in my grandma's yard. She had a wonderful lilac garden. My grandma was such a wonderful grandma to me and her other 19 grandchildren. She loved the Lord with all heart, and brought so much good to the world. She wrote beautiful poems, and I'll share this one with you.
"Comfort"
"God called her home. He had great need of her.
To mend the angels wings of gossamer.
To make St. Peter rest a little while
To drink a cup of tea, and learn to smile
When angel babies fuss for lullabies
Then she soothes back their hair and hushes cries
With hands so softly cool, with voice kept low
Rocking the little Angels to and fro.
God called her home. Her work on earth was done
He must have felt that truly-here was one
To scatter stars and shape the rainbows glow
And send a ray of hope to those below.
Never will ocean part you-heartache-tears.
She will look down and guide you through the years.
And when your feet too tired to roam.
She will fling wide the gates and call you home."
--Joyce Hulce 1970.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Saturday, February 7, 2009
42 More Days Until Spring..
I just came in from the cold, dreary weather. I'm dreaming of springtime tonight, and there's only 42 more days! This weekend while I'm indoors, I'm going to think of warmer weather. I think I will paint my toenails bright pink, wear some bronzer, and put on a colorful cardigan. I might even buy myself a bouquet of pink tulips. (My favorite) It's been one of those awful weeks, and I think I deserve it!
Monday, February 2, 2009
I'm Graduating in May!
I'm happy to report that I'm graduating from the University of Utah on May 8th!!
This has been a long journey for me. Some people handle school no problem. I on the other hand, had a hard time juggling school with working full time, health issues, dating, and well...just life.
I can honestly say that this is one of my proudest accomplishments, and that I've truly discovered the meaning of perseverance.
Superbowl Sunday
I had a fun time watching the Superbowl at my friend Mary's house. I have to admit, I spent more time talking and laughing than actually watching the game. But, the parts of the game I did watch were pretty good. The commercials weren't bad either.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Blog Award
My new friend Marianne presented me with the "One Lovely Blog Award." Thanks Marianne, that was really sweet of you! I enjoy reading your blog as well.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
History Was Made Today
We saw history being made today with inauguration of President Barrack Obama. I wasn't fortunate enough to actually get to watch the inaguration as I was working, but I sure came home and watched the news this evening! I'm proud to be an American today.
Monday, January 12, 2009
I love you Grandma Dolly
I had a really hard day today. After getting a phone call from my dear mom, my sister Erin and I went to visit my Grandma Dolly today. She doesn't have much time, and we had to say our good-byes. We spent a long time with grandma today just holding her hand and kissing her cheek and telling her how much we love her. I'm fortunate that I was allowed that time today with her. I was thinking back today on all of the happy memories that I have with her. They are all mostly from when I was a little girl. I remember spending many fun weekends at my grandma's house while my mom and dad got to spend a weekend away together. Grandma Dolly would always create such fun memories with us. I remember playing in her pool(there was even a time when Erin had to wear my grandma's swimsuit because she forgot hers, and she was so livid.) My grandma would buy us special drumstick ice cream cones and we'd eat them on her patio. I remember playing on her staircase for hours with this little orange Buddha man. She always had very fun tub-toys and I remember playing in her big tub with those. She would cook us the most wonderful meals, and whenever I eat her recipe of spaghetti or chicken cordon bleu I will think of her. My grandma loves family together time, and we had many happy summer afternoons with all of us together. I love you Grandma Dolly, and I will miss you so much.
Friday, January 9, 2009
A Yummy Winter Meal
I made this "Chicken Tortilla Soup" recipe on New Years Eve for Rob. It was yummy and pretty easy to make. I made some homemade salsa to go on top. All you do is cut up a few tomatoes, add some diced onions, and chopped cilantro. Mix it up in a bowl and squeeze a fresh lime on top. Try it and tell me what you think!
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 jalapenos, finely diced
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 (14.5-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
2 limes, juiced, plus wedges for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 (8-inch) flour tortilla, grilled, cut into thin strips
1 avocado, pitted, sliced
1 cup shredded Monterrey cheese
In a large saucepan heat the vegetable oil. Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes. Once the onions have softened add the garlic and jalapeños and cook for another minute. Pour the chicken broth, tomatoes and beans into the pot and bring to a boil. Once at a boil lower heat to simmer and add your chicken breasts. Cook the chicken for 20 to 25 minutes. Once chicken is cooked remove from pot. When cool enough to handle shred it and set it aside. Add lime juice and fresh cilantro to the pot. In a serving bowl add a mound of shredded chicken. Ladle soup over chicken and top with a lime wedge, grilled tortilla strips, avocado slices and cheese.
Monday, January 5, 2009
The Accomplishment Tag
"The Accomplishment Tag."
I just got in contact with my dear childhood friend Emily. She had this post on her blog, and I thought it was fun. I decided to do it for myself.
My "accomplishments" are bolded.
1. Touched an iceberg
2. Slept under the stars
3. Been a part of a hockey fight
4. Changed a baby's diaper
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity
7. Swam with wild dolphins
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a tarantula
10. Said "I love you" and meant it
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
14. Stayed up all night long and watched the sun rise
15. Seen the Northern Lights
16. Gone to a huge sports game
17. Walked the stairs to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown and eaten your own vegetables
19. Looked up at the night sky through a telescope
20. Had an uncontrollable giggling fit at the worst possible moment
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Bet on a winning horse
23. Taken a sick day when you're not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Taken an ice cold bath
28. Had a meaningful conversation with a beggar
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Ridden a roller coaster
31. Hit a home run
32. Danced like a fool and not cared who was looking
33. Adopted an accent for fun
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Felt very happy about your life, even for just a moment
36. Loved your job 90% of the time
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Watched wild whales
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Gone on a midnight walk on the beach
41. Gone sky diving
42. Visited Ireland
43. Ever bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited India
45. Bench-pressed your own weight
46. Milked a cow
47. Alphabetized your personal files
48. Ever worn a superhero costume
49. Sung karaoke
50. Lounged around in bed all day
51. Gone scuba diving
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Done something you should regret, but don't
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Been in a movie
60. Gone without food for 3 days
61. Made cookies from scratch
62. Won first prize in a costume contest
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Been in a combat zone
65. Spoken more than one language fluently
66. Gotten into a fight while attempting to defend someone
67. Flown across an ocean
68. Read a whole novel in one day
69. Recently bought and played with a favorite childhood toy
70. Found out something significant that your ancestors did
71. Called or written your Congress person
72. Picked up and moved to another city to just start over
73. Walked the Golden Gate Bridge
74. Helped an animal give birth
75. Been fired or laid off from a job
76. Won money
77. Broken a bone
78. Ridden a horse-drawn carriage
79. Driven any land vehicle at a speed of greater than 100 mph
80. Flown in a small plane
81. Slept through an entire flight: takeoff, flight, and landing
82. Taken a canoe trip that lasted more than 2 days
83. Eaten sushi
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Read The Bible cover to cover
86. Changed someone's mind about something you care deeply about
87. Gotten someone fired for their actions
88. Gone back to school
89. Changed your name
90. Caught a fly in the air with your bare hands
91. Eaten fried green tomatoes
92. Read The Iliad
93. Taught yourself an art from scratch
94. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
95. Apologized to someone years after inflicting the hurt
96. Communicated with someone without sharing a common spoken language
97. Been elected to public office
98. Thought to yourself that you're living your dream
99. Had to put someone you love into hospice care
100. Sold your own artwork to someone who didn't know you
101. Had a booth at a street fair
102. Dyed your hair
103. Been a DJ
104. Rocked a baby to sleep
105. Ever dropped a cat from a high place to see if it really lands on all four
106. Raked your carpet
107. Brought out the best in people
108. Brought out the worst in people
109. Worn a mood ring
110. Ridden a horse
111. Carved an animal from a piece of wood or bar of soap
112. Cooked a dish where people asked for the recipe
113. Buried a child
115. Been inside the pyramids
116. Shot a basketball into a basket
117. Danced at a disco
118. Played in a band
119. Shot a bird
120. Gone to an arboretum
121. Tutored someone
122. Ridden a train
123. Brought an old fad back into style
124. Eaten caviar
125. Let a salesman talk you into something you didn’t need
126. Ridden a giraffe or elephant
127. Published a book
128. Pieced a quilt
129. Lived in an historic place
130. Acted in a play or performed on a stage
131. Asked for a raise
132. Made a hole-in-one
133. Gone deep sea fishing
134. Gone roller skating
135. Run a marathon
136. Learned to surf
137. Invented something
138. Flown first class
139. Spent the night in a 5-star luxury suite
140. Flown in a helicopter
141. Visited Africa
142. Sang a solo
143. Gone spelunking
144. Learned how to take a compliment
145. Written a love-story
146. Seen Michelangelo’s David
147. Had your portrait painted
148. Written a fan letter
149. Spent the night in something haunted
150. Owned a St. Bernard or Great Dane
151. Ran away
152. Learned to juggle
153. Been a boss
154. Sat on a jury
155. Lied about your weight
156. Gone on a diet
<strong>157. Found an arrowhead or a gold nugget
158. Written a poem
159. Carried your lunch in a lunch box
160. Gotten food poisoning
161. Gone on a service, humanitarian or religious mission
162. Hiked the Grand Canyon
163. Sat on a park bench and fed the ducks
164. Gone to the opera
165. Gotten a letter from someone famous
166. Worn knickers
167. Ridden in a limousine
168. Attended the Olympics
169. Can hula or waltz
170. Read a half dozen Nancy Drew or Hardy Boys books
171. Been stuck in an elevator
172. Had a revelatory dream
173. Thought you might crash in an airplane
174. Had a song dedicated to you on the radio or at a concert
175. Saved someone’s life
176. Eaten raw whale
177. Know how to tat, smock or do needlepoint
178. Laughed till your side hurt
179. Straddled the equator
180. Taken a photograph of something other than people that is worth framing
181. Gone to a Shakespeare Festival
182. Sent a message in a bottle
183. Spent the night in a hostel
184. Been a cashier
185. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
186. Joined a union
187. Donated blood or plasma
188. Built a camp fire
189. Kept a blog
190. Had hives
191. Worn custom made shoes or boots
192. Made a PowerPoint presentation
193. Taken a Hunter’s Safety Course
194. Served at a soup kitchen
195. Conquered the Rubik’s cube
196. Know CPR
197. Ridden in or owned a convertible
198. Found a long lost friend
199. Helped solve a crime
200. Commented on someone's blog
I just got in contact with my dear childhood friend Emily. She had this post on her blog, and I thought it was fun. I decided to do it for myself.
My "accomplishments" are bolded.
1. Touched an iceberg
2. Slept under the stars
3. Been a part of a hockey fight
4. Changed a baby's diaper
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity
7. Swam with wild dolphins
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a tarantula
10. Said "I love you" and meant it
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
14. Stayed up all night long and watched the sun rise
15. Seen the Northern Lights
16. Gone to a huge sports game
17. Walked the stairs to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown and eaten your own vegetables
19. Looked up at the night sky through a telescope
20. Had an uncontrollable giggling fit at the worst possible moment
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Bet on a winning horse
23. Taken a sick day when you're not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Taken an ice cold bath
28. Had a meaningful conversation with a beggar
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Ridden a roller coaster
31. Hit a home run
32. Danced like a fool and not cared who was looking
33. Adopted an accent for fun
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Felt very happy about your life, even for just a moment
36. Loved your job 90% of the time
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Watched wild whales
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Gone on a midnight walk on the beach
41. Gone sky diving
42. Visited Ireland
43. Ever bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited India
45. Bench-pressed your own weight
46. Milked a cow
47. Alphabetized your personal files
48. Ever worn a superhero costume
49. Sung karaoke
50. Lounged around in bed all day
51. Gone scuba diving
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Done something you should regret, but don't
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Been in a movie
60. Gone without food for 3 days
61. Made cookies from scratch
62. Won first prize in a costume contest
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Been in a combat zone
65. Spoken more than one language fluently
66. Gotten into a fight while attempting to defend someone
67. Flown across an ocean
68. Read a whole novel in one day
69. Recently bought and played with a favorite childhood toy
70. Found out something significant that your ancestors did
71. Called or written your Congress person
72. Picked up and moved to another city to just start over
73. Walked the Golden Gate Bridge
74. Helped an animal give birth
75. Been fired or laid off from a job
76. Won money
77. Broken a bone
78. Ridden a horse-drawn carriage
79. Driven any land vehicle at a speed of greater than 100 mph
80. Flown in a small plane
81. Slept through an entire flight: takeoff, flight, and landing
82. Taken a canoe trip that lasted more than 2 days
83. Eaten sushi
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Read The Bible cover to cover
86. Changed someone's mind about something you care deeply about
87. Gotten someone fired for their actions
88. Gone back to school
89. Changed your name
90. Caught a fly in the air with your bare hands
91. Eaten fried green tomatoes
92. Read The Iliad
93. Taught yourself an art from scratch
94. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
95. Apologized to someone years after inflicting the hurt
96. Communicated with someone without sharing a common spoken language
97. Been elected to public office
98. Thought to yourself that you're living your dream
99. Had to put someone you love into hospice care
100. Sold your own artwork to someone who didn't know you
101. Had a booth at a street fair
102. Dyed your hair
103. Been a DJ
104. Rocked a baby to sleep
105. Ever dropped a cat from a high place to see if it really lands on all four
106. Raked your carpet
107. Brought out the best in people
108. Brought out the worst in people
109. Worn a mood ring
110. Ridden a horse
111. Carved an animal from a piece of wood or bar of soap
112. Cooked a dish where people asked for the recipe
113. Buried a child
115. Been inside the pyramids
116. Shot a basketball into a basket
117. Danced at a disco
118. Played in a band
119. Shot a bird
120. Gone to an arboretum
121. Tutored someone
122. Ridden a train
123. Brought an old fad back into style
124. Eaten caviar
125. Let a salesman talk you into something you didn’t need
126. Ridden a giraffe or elephant
127. Published a book
128. Pieced a quilt
129. Lived in an historic place
130. Acted in a play or performed on a stage
131. Asked for a raise
132. Made a hole-in-one
133. Gone deep sea fishing
134. Gone roller skating
135. Run a marathon
136. Learned to surf
137. Invented something
138. Flown first class
139. Spent the night in a 5-star luxury suite
140. Flown in a helicopter
141. Visited Africa
142. Sang a solo
143. Gone spelunking
144. Learned how to take a compliment
145. Written a love-story
146. Seen Michelangelo’s David
147. Had your portrait painted
148. Written a fan letter
149. Spent the night in something haunted
150. Owned a St. Bernard or Great Dane
151. Ran away
152. Learned to juggle
153. Been a boss
154. Sat on a jury
155. Lied about your weight
156. Gone on a diet
<strong>157. Found an arrowhead or a gold nugget
158. Written a poem
159. Carried your lunch in a lunch box
160. Gotten food poisoning
161. Gone on a service, humanitarian or religious mission
162. Hiked the Grand Canyon
163. Sat on a park bench and fed the ducks
164. Gone to the opera
165. Gotten a letter from someone famous
166. Worn knickers
167. Ridden in a limousine
168. Attended the Olympics
169. Can hula or waltz
170. Read a half dozen Nancy Drew or Hardy Boys books
171. Been stuck in an elevator
172. Had a revelatory dream
173. Thought you might crash in an airplane
174. Had a song dedicated to you on the radio or at a concert
175. Saved someone’s life
176. Eaten raw whale
177. Know how to tat, smock or do needlepoint
178. Laughed till your side hurt
179. Straddled the equator
180. Taken a photograph of something other than people that is worth framing
181. Gone to a Shakespeare Festival
182. Sent a message in a bottle
183. Spent the night in a hostel
184. Been a cashier
185. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
186. Joined a union
187. Donated blood or plasma
188. Built a camp fire
189. Kept a blog
190. Had hives
191. Worn custom made shoes or boots
192. Made a PowerPoint presentation
193. Taken a Hunter’s Safety Course
194. Served at a soup kitchen
195. Conquered the Rubik’s cube
196. Know CPR
197. Ridden in or owned a convertible
198. Found a long lost friend
199. Helped solve a crime
200. Commented on someone's blog
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Happy New Year!!
Happy New Year friends!
I thought I'd share a few of my New Years resolutions with you.
*Organize my cupboards and closet. I'm actually going to dig in on this as soon as I'm done here.
*Stay healthy. I had a rough time with my health in 2008, and I'm now past that and finally healthy. I'm going to stay on top of my doctor's appointments and medicine so I can stay that way!
*Exercise more. I love the "runner's high" feeling of endorphins kicking in. I think I have the eating healthy routine down pat, but need to step up the exercise.
*Read more. I always have my nose in a book it seems, and I want to compile a list of best-sellers to read this year.
*Graduate from college. I'm about 3 classes away, and so I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.
*Go on a vacation. I don't care where I go, just as long as I can get away for a few days.
*Continue to have a balanced life. This means eating right, getting enough sleep, exercising, and creating fun.
*Live, laugh, and love more.
Happy 2009! I wish you a blessed year.
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