My Fam:
Just another random moment at home....
Monday, June 21, 2010
Lucky Lady
Joel and I have had QUITE the crazy past week! A lot of big moments and decisions were made and it just reminded me how blessed I am to have my little family. So since I haven't been in the mood to write anything... I just wanted to post a new favorite picture. I may have already posted it, but what the heck... I LOVE IT :)
My Fam:
Just another random moment at home....
My Fam:
Just another random moment at home....
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Best Western Boredom
I'm on one of my many overnight stays that I have for my job. Since we only use our TV at home for DVDs, I tend to look forward to having the TV to keep me company in the hotel room.
I'm a nerd, so I spend most of my time flipping back and forth between CNN and the History Channel. And of course, whenever there is nothing on those channels, I try to find a movie. I honestly forget how weird it is to go back to watching TV all the time. I find it freeing that the only news I get is through the internet, my morning radio show, or through CNN updates on twitter.
I've been trying to keep up on the Joran Moron case as best as possible. The guy is an utter creep. On Nancy Grace tonight, they interviewed a friend who spent a couple months with him earlier this year in Aruba. His friend said the only time the Natalee Holloway case came up is when they were watching the movie. Joran was telling his friend what parts were true and which parts were false.
REALLY?!?!
How creepy and twisted is that? And this guy just sat there like that wasn't weird and horrible. If his confession is true, which is doubtful, then he went into a rage when the Peru girl saw a facebook message regarding Natalee. So awful!
I hope Natalee's family and Stephany's family get the justice and peace they deserve!
I'm a nerd, so I spend most of my time flipping back and forth between CNN and the History Channel. And of course, whenever there is nothing on those channels, I try to find a movie. I honestly forget how weird it is to go back to watching TV all the time. I find it freeing that the only news I get is through the internet, my morning radio show, or through CNN updates on twitter.
I've been trying to keep up on the Joran Moron case as best as possible. The guy is an utter creep. On Nancy Grace tonight, they interviewed a friend who spent a couple months with him earlier this year in Aruba. His friend said the only time the Natalee Holloway case came up is when they were watching the movie. Joran was telling his friend what parts were true and which parts were false.
REALLY?!?!
How creepy and twisted is that? And this guy just sat there like that wasn't weird and horrible. If his confession is true, which is doubtful, then he went into a rage when the Peru girl saw a facebook message regarding Natalee. So awful!
I hope Natalee's family and Stephany's family get the justice and peace they deserve!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Design / Style / Persona ... whatever
Yes! I need one! ... After spicing up my blog a little, it made me think about style in general. Which, if you know me, you know I have no style. I typically hate trends and just wear whatever I think is cute.
After going brunette in Vegas, I tried to start a whole new style for myself - Vampire Glam. Basically I wanted lots of black, dark reds and deep purples. I found some heels, a scarf, a dress, and two shirts. AND THAT WAS IT! It was a horrible new wardrobe search! I couldn't find ANYTHING.
Since moving back to Utah, I have been in a major old-school pin up girl phase! I'm hoping to get this dress for my birthday from StopStaring! I love their clothes!
Adorable!! Right?!
Anyways, I'm in the need of cute, cheap style ideas. So please feel free to give them.
I figured I would put photos of some of my fave style gals too :)
Kate Beckinsale - She's Fabulous!
Dita Von Teese - I love how she does the old school style but brings an edge to it. I also like how daring she is! And... I'm a sucker for corsets :)
My friend Kelsey took this photo while we were doing a little Pin-up girl shoot.... and I thought it was cute.... Check out her photos! She's awesome!
After going brunette in Vegas, I tried to start a whole new style for myself - Vampire Glam. Basically I wanted lots of black, dark reds and deep purples. I found some heels, a scarf, a dress, and two shirts. AND THAT WAS IT! It was a horrible new wardrobe search! I couldn't find ANYTHING.
Since moving back to Utah, I have been in a major old-school pin up girl phase! I'm hoping to get this dress for my birthday from StopStaring! I love their clothes!
Adorable!! Right?!
Anyways, I'm in the need of cute, cheap style ideas. So please feel free to give them.
I figured I would put photos of some of my fave style gals too :)
Kate Beckinsale - She's Fabulous!
Dita Von Teese - I love how she does the old school style but brings an edge to it. I also like how daring she is! And... I'm a sucker for corsets :)
My friend Kelsey took this photo while we were doing a little Pin-up girl shoot.... and I thought it was cute.... Check out her photos! She's awesome!
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Remembering what it is to be an Okie
I figured it's about time for a new post! I just really haven't felt very blog happy lately. I also remembered that I started this to document my life for myself... to look back and read when I'm having a bad day or am bored. I think I have tried to write with a public mindset rather than a personal which is silly considering only five people read it :)
So it's official... No more worrying about being PC ... It's me and that is what you will get from now on!
These past few weeks have been crazy busy! I went to MA for a week for training with my entire company. It was a little weird because I spend every day alone in my car. My office is the second bedroom in our house. And the most face-to-face time I get with my boss is when her status updates come up on my Facebook newsfeed. Needless to say, sometimes I forget I have co-workers. I honestly was dreading the week of having all the reps and managers from across the US in the same place at the same time. BUT it was surprisingly fun! I got paired to room with a rep from Delaware whom I had never met. She was amazing! So easy to talk to and down to earth! She definitely made the whole week much more fun. We went to meetings all day, much like school or camp, then went out for drinks every night! It was great to see my bosses loosen up a little and have fun! It was crazy to meet some of my "bosses" who I have been working with almost a year but have never met because their office is in Portland. Regardless, I actually had a fabulous time despite being super busy and tired.
Leaving MA ended up being a headache. I was supposed to fly to Atlanta and then on to OKC for one of my best friend's weddings! When I got to the airport, my flight was delayed so my only option was to sleep in the Atlanta airport and catch a flight to OKC Saturday morning.
Now any of you who know about my last MA trip, knows that I had to spend the night on a cot in an Ohio airport due to bad weather and almost missed my dad's visit to SLC.
I already had missed her rehearsal dinners due to work and the idea of missing her wedding had me in a total panic! Finally I found one seat on a flight through MN that landed in Tulsa just before midnight. I TOOK IT! I called my parents as I boarded to let them know the plan. Joel was flying from SLC and we were supposed to meet in the OKC airport so I also texted him to let him know I'd be landing in Tulsa.
My hero of a daddy drove to Tulsa and was there waiting when I landed! He drove me all the way back to Edmond and let me sleep the drive since it was almost 4am MA time (which is the time zone I was used to). I was SO happy to be home!
Jenny's wedding was absolutely beautiful! Some of Matt's friends and fam came all the way from the UK to be there. She had a beautiful dress with a kind of lace detailing. The ceremony was on the steps of the reception hall which I thought was a fun and wonderful idea! I love outdoor weddings! :) Matt had asked Joel months ago to perform a piano version of "Oklahoma Girl" by Eli Young Band at their reception. He did a WONDERFUL job and even changed some of the words to reflect Jenny and Matt's relationship! The speakers in the facility were pretty crappy but it still turned out great!
Unfortunately, Jenny was feeling sick during her big day so I didn't get much time with her before she left back to England. So... I had a blast with all my other OK friends instead! It was SO good to be back around friends that I have a "history" with! That has been big with me lately. Remembering to value those friends who have seen you through all your awkward years, defining moments, and screw ups.
These are those friends.....
It was also the first time I saw my college roommate since Christmas 2008. She is the same loving, light hearted, passionate person I always respected and adored!
It was an overall fabulous night of reconnecting with some of the people who matter to me most in the world! After the wedding a few of us and are significant others went over to a friends house. It was a fun drunk conversation fest and I adored every minute!
Can't wait to come back in town for another fave friend's wedding in July! Counting down the days...
So it's official... No more worrying about being PC ... It's me and that is what you will get from now on!
These past few weeks have been crazy busy! I went to MA for a week for training with my entire company. It was a little weird because I spend every day alone in my car. My office is the second bedroom in our house. And the most face-to-face time I get with my boss is when her status updates come up on my Facebook newsfeed. Needless to say, sometimes I forget I have co-workers. I honestly was dreading the week of having all the reps and managers from across the US in the same place at the same time. BUT it was surprisingly fun! I got paired to room with a rep from Delaware whom I had never met. She was amazing! So easy to talk to and down to earth! She definitely made the whole week much more fun. We went to meetings all day, much like school or camp, then went out for drinks every night! It was great to see my bosses loosen up a little and have fun! It was crazy to meet some of my "bosses" who I have been working with almost a year but have never met because their office is in Portland. Regardless, I actually had a fabulous time despite being super busy and tired.
Leaving MA ended up being a headache. I was supposed to fly to Atlanta and then on to OKC for one of my best friend's weddings! When I got to the airport, my flight was delayed so my only option was to sleep in the Atlanta airport and catch a flight to OKC Saturday morning.
Now any of you who know about my last MA trip, knows that I had to spend the night on a cot in an Ohio airport due to bad weather and almost missed my dad's visit to SLC.
I already had missed her rehearsal dinners due to work and the idea of missing her wedding had me in a total panic! Finally I found one seat on a flight through MN that landed in Tulsa just before midnight. I TOOK IT! I called my parents as I boarded to let them know the plan. Joel was flying from SLC and we were supposed to meet in the OKC airport so I also texted him to let him know I'd be landing in Tulsa.
My hero of a daddy drove to Tulsa and was there waiting when I landed! He drove me all the way back to Edmond and let me sleep the drive since it was almost 4am MA time (which is the time zone I was used to). I was SO happy to be home!
Jenny's wedding was absolutely beautiful! Some of Matt's friends and fam came all the way from the UK to be there. She had a beautiful dress with a kind of lace detailing. The ceremony was on the steps of the reception hall which I thought was a fun and wonderful idea! I love outdoor weddings! :) Matt had asked Joel months ago to perform a piano version of "Oklahoma Girl" by Eli Young Band at their reception. He did a WONDERFUL job and even changed some of the words to reflect Jenny and Matt's relationship! The speakers in the facility were pretty crappy but it still turned out great!
Unfortunately, Jenny was feeling sick during her big day so I didn't get much time with her before she left back to England. So... I had a blast with all my other OK friends instead! It was SO good to be back around friends that I have a "history" with! That has been big with me lately. Remembering to value those friends who have seen you through all your awkward years, defining moments, and screw ups.
These are those friends.....
It was also the first time I saw my college roommate since Christmas 2008. She is the same loving, light hearted, passionate person I always respected and adored!
It was an overall fabulous night of reconnecting with some of the people who matter to me most in the world! After the wedding a few of us and are significant others went over to a friends house. It was a fun drunk conversation fest and I adored every minute!
Can't wait to come back in town for another fave friend's wedding in July! Counting down the days...
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