Wow, it's been a while! So much has been happening I feel like I am constantly running around.
So here a few updates from the crazy few weeks
Zach and Courtney got hitched!
My great friend Zach got married to his sweetheart Courtney on the 16th of February. I have known Zach since first moving to Calgary and he threw a dodgeball at my head. Jerk. Then I found out he was my visiting teacher too - I was not thirlled, but an amazing friendship came from that and I love that I can call him one of my best friends. Courtney is so sweet and loves Zach more than anyone I know. She looked stunning and he was a handome man too! Congratulations to you both :)
At the beginning of March I went down to Utah where I stayed with my wonderful friend Jessica. I was in Utah for EFY training and I flew with my Co-Coordinator Scott. Lets just say that amazing memories were made. From possibly one of the most crazy, spontaneous romantic evening - which sadly, was just all it will ever be, to figuring out how the new and improved EFY is going to be run this year.
Want details about the crazy, spontaneous romantic evening- thats not coming for free, you will have to take the time to speak to me :)
However for the EFY news- that comes free :)
Well, lets just say that EFY is going back to what makes it great. We are getting things back that were lost in the mix over the past few years here in Calgary- from the EFY Medley being back (seriously makes me cry every year the youth sing it) to it being a sleepover session instead of a stay at home :) bring on the party!!! Not only will there be dances, variety shows, games nights, A GAME SHOW! BOOOOOM! There will be so much more. Mind=Blown! I honestly can't wait for training again in May where I will get to be with my team and be able to help with the first session of EFY in Utah - something I never get to do :)
On March 15th was the X-Factor I had talked about in earlier posts.
Talk about a week of no sleep. I was so stressed over making it a success, and one thing after enough went wrong. I feel it's time for a story. For any who read my Facebook status that day could clearly see I was slowly going crazy, but wait till you hear this. Are you sitting comfortably? Good.
So Friday was the X-Factor : Fish vs. Spruce day. It consisted of me waking up right at 8:00am due to a text from my friend and partner in crime for the night Ben Lacusta. I started the day off like any other normal stressed person. Showering while going through my to-do list. Getting my hair and make up sorted while baking banana muffins. Running out the door to go pick up supplies on time while trying to scoff down one of the muffins -this girl needs her food!
So after getting the labels printed, the Golden duck award (Yes, it was a solid gold duck, you know you want it too ) It was now time to pick up the pop.
So I head on over to my local Real Canadian Superstore where I pickup enough pop to makes ones teeth fall out, and head to the check out. Bad idea. Should have browsed for a bit at least.
While standing in line there is this couple in front of me. Only appearded about 24-25 years old. The lady of the couple didn't look so well, very pale and I could tell she was sick by the pure fact she was barfing into a bag every 30 seconds. Now why I didn't think to turn and leave I don't know. All I know is I wanted to get the pop paid for and go finish my errands. The girlfriend kept turing to her boyfriend and this is pretty much how their converstation went.
"Babe, I really gotta leave" *Barf*
"I know babe but lets just pay for this and then we'll go"
"Ugh, I really don't feel well"
"Almost done baby, almost done"
At this point the girlfriend decided to squat down and continue to barf into her bag. BIG MISTAKE. While she puked, I noticed the butt clence...then her hand grabbed her butt....then a smell came...OH MY GOSH THE SMELL!! Talk about strong, eye watering, nostril burning stench. This poor woman. She stood up..turned to her boyfriend "Babe we gotta go now" The boyfriend then looked at her, eyes widened as his nostrils flared "Yup, yup we gotta go" He proceeded to grab their purchase and run out the door. She placed her hands over her butt and waddled out the store.
I was shocked. DID THAT REALLY JUST HAPPEN? I proceed to move forward to the cashier who turns to me, wide eyed "Did that just happen?" she asked me. All I could do was nodd "Yup, yes it did" Awkward silence the rest of my transaction.
Needless to say I took another shower when I got home.
Then of course the X Factor : Fish vs. Spruce happened. I wanna thank EVERYONE who came help set up, be a part of the show, clean up and of course everyone who came to watch! Made the past 3 months of planning worth it! Check out some photos from our amazing photographer Sarah from Neu Image Photography
Oh and then last but not least. I won a Photography Award for Best Photo in a contest I entered. Yay!
Thats my busy few weeks. Coming up is another trip down to Utah - this time for conference :) Some great training with work and EFY interviews!
Oh one last thing! BOOKED A HOLIDAY! Me, Allie and Britney are going to SAN FRANCISCO in August! Right after EFY! I am soooo excited for a holiday with theses two gals! Plus- it'll be needed after my busy busy summer :)
-Stay Beautiful xoxo
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Friday, February 1, 2013
10 years
Today is a very memorable moment in the Blomfield Family. Today, February 1st - 10 years ago my parents packed up me and 4 other of my siblings and moved us from our home- all I'd known, St.Neots, Cambridgeshire, England to Calgary, Alberta, CANADA. Now I know many may think that this is silly, but you're not me. For me and many in my familly this was life altering. If you don't want to read about one girls experience click away now. I want to share my story.
I will never forget the first time we visited Canada. It was in May of 2000. We came for 3 weeks and it was my first experience on a plane -which I found out, does not sit well with me. We had a lot of fun. I got to see my brother Paul and his family who I hadn't seen in years. We even road tripped down to Utah and Vegas which was amazing. To a 12 year old I thought this was just a fun vacation and nothing more. Little did I know that for my parents this was the start of an application to see if they wanted to move to Canada and leave England behind. The next 2 years consisted of doctor’s appointments and countless piles of paperwork. We had to all go and experience physicals-where I was told I was borderline obese for my age. I had never had body issues, but that sure as heck started it. I didn’t even think I was big- I was 13 for goodness sake. I hadn’t even hit puberty and got rid of the puppy fat. Now even though I went through all the doctor’s appointments and meetings with my family, I never actually thought the move would happen. I was very happy with my life and where I was. In fact my parents got rejected due to high blood pressure- but they got it down and BOOM. In November of 2002 we got a letter stating we had been accepted to immigrate to Canada and had till February 21st 2003 to make the move.
You know when you have a life changing event and you can remember almost every detail about that moment. This was one of them. When my parents told me we were moving I was sitting at my computer playing "Neopets" (oh admit it, you had one too!) and had my back to my mum and dad. They told me about the move and it was like someone hit the slow motion button. I couldn't believe it. I was horrified. My worst nightmare had come true. I was to leave family, friends, my school, my life. I was pissed! They tried to tell me to think of it as an adventure-which is a word I HATE! I remember telling my parents I wasn't going to leave and expressing how angry I was at them. But if you've ever met my parents-especially my mother, you know I was fighting a losing battle. They had booked the plane tickets for 6:30am on February 1st 2003 and I was to be on that plane. I stopped speaking to my parents for a while. (I secretly think they liked the silence)
December 15th 2002 I told my friends. I remember telling my best friend Nicola Hill. We were walking to school and I dropped the bomb. It was a flood of tears and hugs and that’s how the day continued. I then had to break it to my friends from church. As you can imagine- pretty much the same thing. I wondered if I would ever meet people like them- who had the same standards as me. I was assured I would- but I wasn’t sure. Sure enough I got a confirmation. My sister-in-law Sarah-Jane served in the Young Women’s in Calgary and had told them about me. I was fortunate enough to receive letter from them before the move. It helped. A lot. The next 7 weeks was a whirlwind. Filled with throwing out most of my stuff, shipping boxes upon boxes, having people in and out of my home deciding if they wanted to purchase it. I was angry- how dare these people come and take over MY home. My last day of school was 3 days before the move. I still visited the school every day. I wanted to be with my friends as much as I could. I was even presented with a GIANT yellow card (still have it by the way) with messages from all my friends and teachers. I read that thing hundreds of times over when I was having a tough time.
In those few days before the move it consisted of eating out (that was a huge treat for us) visiting family and then it hit- a snowstorm. Now in England- snow was rare- we had it, but it would melt within seconds of hitting the ground. For 3 days it was almost as if we were being prepared for Canada. I remember there was 1" of snow and the roads closed down. My brother Andrew was in town to help with the move and he took us all outside for a giant snowball fight. That tiny gesture he made calmed me down and made me not be bitter- even just for a few hours.
February 1st 2003. It was here. We all piled our 2 suitcases each into the multiple cars that were outside my house. We had all my siblings who weren’t moving with us helping and our family friend the "Rowes" who feel like siblings to me helping too. Just as we were about to leave my brother Andrew grabbed me and my younger sister Mary-Clare. We ran back into the house with him and he took us into the loft. It was very rare that we got to go up there because it simply wasn't safe. We were very careful and walked on the planks of wood only-for sheer terror of falling through the floor. He took up to the back corner of the loft- a part I hadn’t seen before. He gave me a black marker and told me to sign my name. I looked and saw my parents and siblings names all written and the dates we were in the house. I signed my name and said my goodbyes. It was hard. I was 14 and leaving behind the only home and life I'd ever known.
I don't remember much about the drive- it was too early. But at the airport we were told we were only allowed one suitcase each. So there we all were, re-packing the contents of two suitcases into one. What a gong show. I remember the insane anger I got when it was time to say goodbye. I kept trying to say "See you later" instead cuz it sounded better- but I didn’t know when I would see people again. I was so angry. As we walked through the gate I turned to my mum and said "I hate you both so much". Mum never heard- but Rebecca my sister did. She was livid, she yelled at me for saying that. Put me in my place that’s for sure.
We arrived in Canada at 1am. I was tired and sick (like I said, flying doesn't sit well with me). However what I couldn’t believe was how cold it was. I was truly not prepared for the -40c that Calgary had welcomed us with. I went home and went to bed. Didn't want to talk to anyone. Just sad.
For months to years after the move I've always said I would move back, how this wasn't my home. I tried once to move back- not successful at all. Low and behold I'm still in Calgary Canada and it's been 10 years. Wow how times have flown. I can honestly say even though the move was one of the hardest things my young teenage self could face- I have to reflect on the blessing I have had because of my parent’s decision 10 years ago. Here are just a few.
1. I have learnt that a good English accent can get you away with many things ;)
2. I graduated high school and took part in classes I never would have gotten the chance for in England.
3. My testimony grew 10000000x's more
4. We got a dog! (awww my little Holly)
5. I've was able to travel this beautiful planet multiple times.
6. I went and graduate from university and am in a career I absolutely love.
7. I've seen more temples than I can count-and been able to participate in celebrations for them.
8. I have expanded my talents in ways I could only dream.
9. I have met some amazing people who have changed my life in many ways.
10. I have gained more appreciation for my family and how incredible they are.
11. I have witnessed miracles.
12. I became that woman that my younger self always dreamed of being.
I will never forget the first time we visited Canada. It was in May of 2000. We came for 3 weeks and it was my first experience on a plane -which I found out, does not sit well with me. We had a lot of fun. I got to see my brother Paul and his family who I hadn't seen in years. We even road tripped down to Utah and Vegas which was amazing. To a 12 year old I thought this was just a fun vacation and nothing more. Little did I know that for my parents this was the start of an application to see if they wanted to move to Canada and leave England behind. The next 2 years consisted of doctor’s appointments and countless piles of paperwork. We had to all go and experience physicals-where I was told I was borderline obese for my age. I had never had body issues, but that sure as heck started it. I didn’t even think I was big- I was 13 for goodness sake. I hadn’t even hit puberty and got rid of the puppy fat. Now even though I went through all the doctor’s appointments and meetings with my family, I never actually thought the move would happen. I was very happy with my life and where I was. In fact my parents got rejected due to high blood pressure- but they got it down and BOOM. In November of 2002 we got a letter stating we had been accepted to immigrate to Canada and had till February 21st 2003 to make the move.
You know when you have a life changing event and you can remember almost every detail about that moment. This was one of them. When my parents told me we were moving I was sitting at my computer playing "Neopets" (oh admit it, you had one too!) and had my back to my mum and dad. They told me about the move and it was like someone hit the slow motion button. I couldn't believe it. I was horrified. My worst nightmare had come true. I was to leave family, friends, my school, my life. I was pissed! They tried to tell me to think of it as an adventure-which is a word I HATE! I remember telling my parents I wasn't going to leave and expressing how angry I was at them. But if you've ever met my parents-especially my mother, you know I was fighting a losing battle. They had booked the plane tickets for 6:30am on February 1st 2003 and I was to be on that plane. I stopped speaking to my parents for a while. (I secretly think they liked the silence)
December 15th 2002 I told my friends. I remember telling my best friend Nicola Hill. We were walking to school and I dropped the bomb. It was a flood of tears and hugs and that’s how the day continued. I then had to break it to my friends from church. As you can imagine- pretty much the same thing. I wondered if I would ever meet people like them- who had the same standards as me. I was assured I would- but I wasn’t sure. Sure enough I got a confirmation. My sister-in-law Sarah-Jane served in the Young Women’s in Calgary and had told them about me. I was fortunate enough to receive letter from them before the move. It helped. A lot. The next 7 weeks was a whirlwind. Filled with throwing out most of my stuff, shipping boxes upon boxes, having people in and out of my home deciding if they wanted to purchase it. I was angry- how dare these people come and take over MY home. My last day of school was 3 days before the move. I still visited the school every day. I wanted to be with my friends as much as I could. I was even presented with a GIANT yellow card (still have it by the way) with messages from all my friends and teachers. I read that thing hundreds of times over when I was having a tough time.
In those few days before the move it consisted of eating out (that was a huge treat for us) visiting family and then it hit- a snowstorm. Now in England- snow was rare- we had it, but it would melt within seconds of hitting the ground. For 3 days it was almost as if we were being prepared for Canada. I remember there was 1" of snow and the roads closed down. My brother Andrew was in town to help with the move and he took us all outside for a giant snowball fight. That tiny gesture he made calmed me down and made me not be bitter- even just for a few hours.
February 1st 2003. It was here. We all piled our 2 suitcases each into the multiple cars that were outside my house. We had all my siblings who weren’t moving with us helping and our family friend the "Rowes" who feel like siblings to me helping too. Just as we were about to leave my brother Andrew grabbed me and my younger sister Mary-Clare. We ran back into the house with him and he took us into the loft. It was very rare that we got to go up there because it simply wasn't safe. We were very careful and walked on the planks of wood only-for sheer terror of falling through the floor. He took up to the back corner of the loft- a part I hadn’t seen before. He gave me a black marker and told me to sign my name. I looked and saw my parents and siblings names all written and the dates we were in the house. I signed my name and said my goodbyes. It was hard. I was 14 and leaving behind the only home and life I'd ever known.
I don't remember much about the drive- it was too early. But at the airport we were told we were only allowed one suitcase each. So there we all were, re-packing the contents of two suitcases into one. What a gong show. I remember the insane anger I got when it was time to say goodbye. I kept trying to say "See you later" instead cuz it sounded better- but I didn’t know when I would see people again. I was so angry. As we walked through the gate I turned to my mum and said "I hate you both so much". Mum never heard- but Rebecca my sister did. She was livid, she yelled at me for saying that. Put me in my place that’s for sure.
We arrived in Canada at 1am. I was tired and sick (like I said, flying doesn't sit well with me). However what I couldn’t believe was how cold it was. I was truly not prepared for the -40c that Calgary had welcomed us with. I went home and went to bed. Didn't want to talk to anyone. Just sad.
For months to years after the move I've always said I would move back, how this wasn't my home. I tried once to move back- not successful at all. Low and behold I'm still in Calgary Canada and it's been 10 years. Wow how times have flown. I can honestly say even though the move was one of the hardest things my young teenage self could face- I have to reflect on the blessing I have had because of my parent’s decision 10 years ago. Here are just a few.
1. I have learnt that a good English accent can get you away with many things ;)
2. I graduated high school and took part in classes I never would have gotten the chance for in England.
3. My testimony grew 10000000x's more
4. We got a dog! (awww my little Holly)
5. I've was able to travel this beautiful planet multiple times.
6. I went and graduate from university and am in a career I absolutely love.
7. I've seen more temples than I can count-and been able to participate in celebrations for them.
8. I have expanded my talents in ways I could only dream.
9. I have met some amazing people who have changed my life in many ways.
10. I have gained more appreciation for my family and how incredible they are.
11. I have witnessed miracles.
12. I became that woman that my younger self always dreamed of being.
So in short. Happy 10 years Blomfields. It’s been quite the adventure ;)
-Stay Beautiful xoxo
Monday, January 28, 2013
Aca-scuse me!
Ever watch a great movie and cant stop quoting it. I know that I have found that with the movie Pitch Perfect. Such a funny movie and Rebel Wilson is possibly my new favourtie actress, and I aspire to be as funny as her one day!
Havent seen it? Here are a few clips that you MUST watch!
Pitch Perfect - The Riff-Off
Fat Amy Featurette
This week was busy but fun- as always, lots of working but TODAY is my gorgeous sister Rebecca's birthday. So on Saturday night we celebrated. So much fun to spend it with good friends and family!!
I was lucky to see my friends Tracey and Cassidy with their kiddo Charlee- always a good time when they're in town. I wish they didn't live so far away :(
Here are just a few photos from the week.
Havent seen it? Here are a few clips that you MUST watch!
Pitch Perfect - The Riff-Off
Fat Amy Featurette
This week was busy but fun- as always, lots of working but TODAY is my gorgeous sister Rebecca's birthday. So on Saturday night we celebrated. So much fun to spend it with good friends and family!!
I was lucky to see my friends Tracey and Cassidy with their kiddo Charlee- always a good time when they're in town. I wish they didn't live so far away :(
Here are just a few photos from the week.
me and mary-clare
My gorgeous friend Laura is leaving on a mission!!! Here are some photos of her leaving shin-dig
If you know me at all- you'll know I'm a HUGE Red Bull fan. They now havea new flavour! YAY!
Me and Becky!
Mary-Clare and me again.
Went back old school and tried rollers in my hair-normally they dont work so well. On friday- I totally crushed it :)
-Stay Beautiful xoxo
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
E-Town
This past week sucked. Honestly it did. I had mono (and no I didnt get it from kissing someone!).
Thank goodness for Netflix becuase that kept me from going insane for the past 7 days. I watched Pan Am and Pretty Little Liars. Very good shows.
I was feeling better by the weekend so I made a trip to the Calgary Temple- I go every 2 weeks and wasnt going to let anything stop me. I also managed to make it up to Edmonton with some friends and check out the Edmonton Temple- which I've never actually been to before dispite the many times I've been to Edmonton. To be honest Edmonton is looking like a great place to live at the moment. I need a change of scenery and I'm thinking that by the end of the summer it may be the place for me. Who knows.
Currently really loving the new "The Band Perry" song. take a listen :)
The Band Perry - Better Dig Two
Here is a few pictures from my week...although there arnt many due to the illness. (Doctor gave me the all clear today thank goodness! I serously was going stir crazy-however apparently it can lie dormant in my body for 10 months! Eeeeek!!! Lets hope for no outbreaks!)
-Stay Beautiful xoxo (and mono free! )
Thank goodness for Netflix becuase that kept me from going insane for the past 7 days. I watched Pan Am and Pretty Little Liars. Very good shows.
I was feeling better by the weekend so I made a trip to the Calgary Temple- I go every 2 weeks and wasnt going to let anything stop me. I also managed to make it up to Edmonton with some friends and check out the Edmonton Temple- which I've never actually been to before dispite the many times I've been to Edmonton. To be honest Edmonton is looking like a great place to live at the moment. I need a change of scenery and I'm thinking that by the end of the summer it may be the place for me. Who knows.
Currently really loving the new "The Band Perry" song. take a listen :)
The Band Perry - Better Dig Two
Here is a few pictures from my week...although there arnt many due to the illness. (Doctor gave me the all clear today thank goodness! I serously was going stir crazy-however apparently it can lie dormant in my body for 10 months! Eeeeek!!! Lets hope for no outbreaks!)
Saw my niece Eva. She's getting so big! Not too noticeable in the photo but boy does this girl have red hair! Yay for being a ginger!!!
I got bored at work
Edmonton and Calgary Temple- we are so lucky to have them so close!
A lovely note on my mirror from my awesome roomie :)
Thanks girls. I really needed to get out of the house!
Edmonton Temple
face masks....oh dear haha!
-Stay Beautiful xoxo (and mono free! )
Sunday, January 13, 2013
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
This week has had its ups and downs. I've been working a ton without much down time. Many of my days consisted of running around donig errands while trying to sleep- but then having to fill in a shift or two at work- then attend this meeting- oh and don't forget your overnight! Blahhhh the only down time I really got was at my sister becky's "Wine and Cheese night". Minus the wine- and for me not much cheese cuz i'm lactose inoterlant-although I did sneak a few becasue cheese is so scrumptious. I was really excited to see my friend Mat that night. I met Mat a few weeks after the "big breakup" years ago and he has become one of my most trusted friends. Possibly one of the kindest, honest, fun men I know. Shout out to Becky and Delaine for a) making me go out that night and b) telling him I was newly single! We all remenised about that day and it was a laugh and a half I tell ya.
Saturday consisted of sleeping in as late as I could- a little jam session on the guitar (I am determined to learn how to read tabs this year-anyone know how and wanna teach me let me know!) I then ended up back at Beckys where Mary-Clare joined us too. We danced and ate ice lollies while just laughing. I love that my two sisters live so close and that we can all hang out. It's nice. Just wish my Sally and Susanna were here too. :(
Now everyone. Later saturday evening I went to see "The Perks fo Being a Wallflower" wtih some of my closest friends .WOW! Words can't even describe how amazing this movie is. Just please go watch it. What a great film to watch Emma Watson in- bit of a crappy american accent but really, that doesn't matter too much. I laughed, cried, gasped, grab peoples arms in anticipation, was angry, happy....and like most of my relationships-over too soon haha! Here are just some quotes from the movie so SPOILER ALERT if you haven't seen it yet.
Charlie: I really wanna be a writer but I don't know what I'd write about.
Sam: You can write about us.
Patrick: Call it 'The slut and the falcon' make us solve crimes
Charlie: I don't know if I will have the time to write anymore letters because I might be too busy trying to participate. So if this does end up being the last letter I just want you to know that I was in a bad place before I started high school and you helped me. Even if you didn't know what I was talking about or know someone who has gone through it, you made me not feel alone. Because I know there are people who say all these things don't happen. And there are people who forget what it's like to be 16 when they turn 17. I know these will all be stories someday. And our pictures will become old photographs. We'll all become somebody's mom or dad. But right now these moments are not stories. This is happening, I am here and I am looking at her. And she is so beautiful. I can see it. This one moment when you know you're not a sad story. You are alive, and you stand up and see the lights on the buildings and everything that makes you wonder. And you're listening to that song and that drive with the people you love most in this world. And in this moment I swear, we are infinite
Here is possibly my favourite
Charlie: Why do nice people choose the wrong people to date?
Bill: Are we talking about anyone specific?
[Charlie nods]
Bill: We accept the love we think we deserve.
Charlie: Can we make them know they deserve more?
Bill: We can try.
WOW- when that was said, possibly one of the most eye opening quotes I've heard in a long time. How many times do I sit and sulk about the single life- I think most of the people in YSA do it. Then I think about it. Was I ever truly happy? Maybe for a fraction of the time, but really it's because the love was what I thought I deserved. Really it wasn't-hence why it wasn't right. When I am fully ready for that love I know I derserve-it'll come. (and that goes for all of us)
Haha there is my deep thought for the day- here are some photos of my week!
-Stay Beautiful xoxo
Saturday consisted of sleeping in as late as I could- a little jam session on the guitar (I am determined to learn how to read tabs this year-anyone know how and wanna teach me let me know!) I then ended up back at Beckys where Mary-Clare joined us too. We danced and ate ice lollies while just laughing. I love that my two sisters live so close and that we can all hang out. It's nice. Just wish my Sally and Susanna were here too. :(
Now everyone. Later saturday evening I went to see "The Perks fo Being a Wallflower" wtih some of my closest friends .WOW! Words can't even describe how amazing this movie is. Just please go watch it. What a great film to watch Emma Watson in- bit of a crappy american accent but really, that doesn't matter too much. I laughed, cried, gasped, grab peoples arms in anticipation, was angry, happy....and like most of my relationships-over too soon haha! Here are just some quotes from the movie so SPOILER ALERT if you haven't seen it yet.
Charlie: I really wanna be a writer but I don't know what I'd write about.
Sam: You can write about us.
Patrick: Call it 'The slut and the falcon' make us solve crimes
Charlie: I don't know if I will have the time to write anymore letters because I might be too busy trying to participate. So if this does end up being the last letter I just want you to know that I was in a bad place before I started high school and you helped me. Even if you didn't know what I was talking about or know someone who has gone through it, you made me not feel alone. Because I know there are people who say all these things don't happen. And there are people who forget what it's like to be 16 when they turn 17. I know these will all be stories someday. And our pictures will become old photographs. We'll all become somebody's mom or dad. But right now these moments are not stories. This is happening, I am here and I am looking at her. And she is so beautiful. I can see it. This one moment when you know you're not a sad story. You are alive, and you stand up and see the lights on the buildings and everything that makes you wonder. And you're listening to that song and that drive with the people you love most in this world. And in this moment I swear, we are infinite
Here is possibly my favourite
Charlie: Why do nice people choose the wrong people to date?
Bill: Are we talking about anyone specific?
[Charlie nods]
Bill: We accept the love we think we deserve.
Charlie: Can we make them know they deserve more?
Bill: We can try.
WOW- when that was said, possibly one of the most eye opening quotes I've heard in a long time. How many times do I sit and sulk about the single life- I think most of the people in YSA do it. Then I think about it. Was I ever truly happy? Maybe for a fraction of the time, but really it's because the love was what I thought I deserved. Really it wasn't-hence why it wasn't right. When I am fully ready for that love I know I derserve-it'll come. (and that goes for all of us)
Haha there is my deep thought for the day- here are some photos of my week!
-Stay Beautiful xoxo
Really started loving theraputic oils. Helping me survive right now. Plus they smell great :)
me and eva! look at that red hair!!
two of my best girls!
Great ready for a display of hot pics of me and MC on friday night-too much fun I think.
yup- we look nothing alike.
We found the British good isle at Wal-Mart- hello heaven :)
Ok. So Becky showed me this picture she took. This is Lily. Becky was driving the school bus and turned a corner- Lily's seat came unstrapped and would have falled all the way into the isle-excpet the other row of seats instead trapped her in the position. All becky said she could hear was whispers of "mummy...help". I can't help but crack up laughing when I see this!
Just trying to stay positive working an overnight- blah...
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
One week in
Happy Monday!
Well so far this new years is going pretty good- bare in mind we are only one week in haha. This past week I was lucky to attend the temple again on Friday with some of my friends and we did baptisms. I was thrilled that once I was done my brother and his family showed up to do some also. My mum looked so proud to have us there that day-likes to tell everyone we are her kids haha. She's so fun my mum! After the temple we went to the YSA open mic night. WOW. People sure have guts to get up there and read a poem, tell a joke or sing a song. I personally would be too shy- maybe one day I'll manage to make it up there. Saturday consisted of me and B re-writing the song "Hey there Delilah" by "The Plain White T's" to "Hey there Elder Yee" which is our friend (for B- wayyy more than a friend) and had such a laugh doing it. That's one thing I LOVE to do, and I'm actually pretty good at it- re-writing a song. I do it all the time when I leave a voicemail- its more like a singing telegram haha. If you want one- just let me know- I'll gladly do one for ya!
I then got to go out with Aida and Ashley for the night. I used to work with these two beauties and so thankful that we became more than co-workers! I would go to the end of the earth for them!
We had crepes for break the fast this week and I tell ya- NEVER AGAIN! As much fun as it was and they were delicious- WHAT A PAIN! I was actually getting so angry with how much they stuck to each other! Yet still- another successful BTF! PHEW!!
This weekend I decided to start de-cluttering my life. First I'll start with my belongings. Do I really need that item I have maybe used once in the past 2 years? Probably not. We shall see how that goes I guess.
Plans are already setting in for my travels this year. New York again? Vegas? Mexico? San Fran? England!
Some are for sure- just gotta buy the tickets (and come up with the cash ) but some right now are just dreams. Looks like it won't be somewhere new-more like re-visit. If you ever wanna help out you can by donating to the MBP fund (My Back Pocket)-oh i'm so funny!
I hope everyones first week of 2013 went well!
-Stay Beautiful! xoxo
Well so far this new years is going pretty good- bare in mind we are only one week in haha. This past week I was lucky to attend the temple again on Friday with some of my friends and we did baptisms. I was thrilled that once I was done my brother and his family showed up to do some also. My mum looked so proud to have us there that day-likes to tell everyone we are her kids haha. She's so fun my mum! After the temple we went to the YSA open mic night. WOW. People sure have guts to get up there and read a poem, tell a joke or sing a song. I personally would be too shy- maybe one day I'll manage to make it up there. Saturday consisted of me and B re-writing the song "Hey there Delilah" by "The Plain White T's" to "Hey there Elder Yee" which is our friend (for B- wayyy more than a friend) and had such a laugh doing it. That's one thing I LOVE to do, and I'm actually pretty good at it- re-writing a song. I do it all the time when I leave a voicemail- its more like a singing telegram haha. If you want one- just let me know- I'll gladly do one for ya!
I then got to go out with Aida and Ashley for the night. I used to work with these two beauties and so thankful that we became more than co-workers! I would go to the end of the earth for them!
We had crepes for break the fast this week and I tell ya- NEVER AGAIN! As much fun as it was and they were delicious- WHAT A PAIN! I was actually getting so angry with how much they stuck to each other! Yet still- another successful BTF! PHEW!!
This weekend I decided to start de-cluttering my life. First I'll start with my belongings. Do I really need that item I have maybe used once in the past 2 years? Probably not. We shall see how that goes I guess.
Plans are already setting in for my travels this year. New York again? Vegas? Mexico? San Fran? England!
Some are for sure- just gotta buy the tickets (and come up with the cash ) but some right now are just dreams. Looks like it won't be somewhere new-more like re-visit. If you ever wanna help out you can by donating to the MBP fund (My Back Pocket)-oh i'm so funny!
I hope everyones first week of 2013 went well!
-Stay Beautiful! xoxo
Just started watching this show-HILARIOUS!
They say if you put your goals in sight you're more likely to succeed. On the mirror they go!
Meatballs for life :)
Marvin drew a picture of me.
Lanae was the photographer for a wedding a was in a few weeks ago. She sent me a picture from it.
Love it!
Me and B went out for wings, ice cream and then to Wal-Mart on a JB night - We called it our Bieber night cuz we had his intitals and listened to him serenade us.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
New Beginnings
525600 minutes.
Seasons of Love
At the beginning of every year this song goes through my mind. It makes me reflect on my past year and what I've done with my life. The beginning of a new year usually is filled with new years resolutions like trying to loose that extra 10 pounds or take that trip. My goal for 2012 was to have a year of no regrets. This was going to be tough but I can honestly say that even though I am more than happy to say good bye to 2012 it was still a pretty decent year. Here is my year in review :)
January: Became a supporter of the I've been bullied campaign
February: Travelled down to Utah for EFY training and seeing an old friend. Gained som perspective about my life and where I see myself in the next 5 years :) - but thats for me to know, for now.
March: Was the Host of the Fish Creek Park activity The Fish X Factor It was honestly so much fun and I can't wait to host it again this year :)
April: Finished University! What a great blessing it was to go back to school, grow in a field I am passionate about AND be the co-valadictorian for my program. I made some amazing friends at Mount Royal and I am so thankful for the friends and family that supported me in academic career. I also celebrated my birthday - which is always a good time :)
May: Got to go on a ward temple trip, hang out with friends that had come back from school.
June: Made it to Europe. Seriously couldn't believe my luck. I seriously had a dream come true and feel incredibly blessed to have gone and see just a fraction of this amazing world. I WILL be going back!
July: Still in Europe. Living the dream. EFY week 1 started :) Got to Coordinate this time. What an entirely different experience!
August: EFY week 2! LOVED IT! I felt like I knew what I was doing and I have never been happier in a job.
September: Fell in love. Crazy I know- I dont really talk about it. But since my last serious relationship (not gonna really go into that one.) I really didnt think I was ever going to love again, or was even worthy to be loved. But that wall came down and it was nice to feel alive again. Also- got my face smashed in. Still have the giant bump on my face- right now it's looking like I'll need to get it removed-Yikes. I will keep you posted!
October: Got my heart broken. But it's okay! Nice to actually feel something. I am thankful for the time we had and I am a better person because of it. Temple Celebration! WOW! what an amazing experience. Having a temple here in Calgary just makes my desire even stronger to go.
November: Moved into my new apartment with my travelling buddie Katie. Took on a more serious role at work. Stressful stressful month- Goodbye November! haha
December: Went back into the temple for the first time since I was 17. Words cannot express how happy that made me. Celebrated Christmas and New Years eve with family and friends.
And please don't think I'm forgetting all the amazing roadtrips- concerts- weddings (as we all I know I've been in many haha) - parties- baby births- dinners- birthdays and life changing moments. The list was a just a few. I can truly say that looking back 2012 was a great year :)
Well 2013. This post wouldn't be complete without my hopes and dreams for you.
1. I found love before- and lost it. This time I want it to stay. I want to be able to fall in love again- and fall in love with him all over again every day. Being so vulnerable it a scary thing- but I'm finally ready.
2. Temple- attend the temple at least once a month. Personally I'd like to go twice, but realistically we're looking at once. This year I hope to receive my endowment too. I shall keep you posted :)
3. Travel- sorry passport- I'm not done with you yet (probably never will be)
4. Start doing the things I love again. I love to sing, act, play music, dance, horse ride, photography. Time to get back to doing what makes me happy.
This year I truly want to start again. Get back to the basics that make me, well, me. 2012 was No Regrets. 2013 is New Beginnings.
Happy New Year everyone and may 2013 be the YOUR YEAR too!
Here are just a few photos from my week :)
- Stay Beautiful xoxo
Seasons of Love
At the beginning of every year this song goes through my mind. It makes me reflect on my past year and what I've done with my life. The beginning of a new year usually is filled with new years resolutions like trying to loose that extra 10 pounds or take that trip. My goal for 2012 was to have a year of no regrets. This was going to be tough but I can honestly say that even though I am more than happy to say good bye to 2012 it was still a pretty decent year. Here is my year in review :)
January: Became a supporter of the I've been bullied campaign
February: Travelled down to Utah for EFY training and seeing an old friend. Gained som perspective about my life and where I see myself in the next 5 years :) - but thats for me to know, for now.
March: Was the Host of the Fish Creek Park activity The Fish X Factor It was honestly so much fun and I can't wait to host it again this year :)
April: Finished University! What a great blessing it was to go back to school, grow in a field I am passionate about AND be the co-valadictorian for my program. I made some amazing friends at Mount Royal and I am so thankful for the friends and family that supported me in academic career. I also celebrated my birthday - which is always a good time :)
May: Got to go on a ward temple trip, hang out with friends that had come back from school.
June: Made it to Europe. Seriously couldn't believe my luck. I seriously had a dream come true and feel incredibly blessed to have gone and see just a fraction of this amazing world. I WILL be going back!
July: Still in Europe. Living the dream. EFY week 1 started :) Got to Coordinate this time. What an entirely different experience!
August: EFY week 2! LOVED IT! I felt like I knew what I was doing and I have never been happier in a job.
September: Fell in love. Crazy I know- I dont really talk about it. But since my last serious relationship (not gonna really go into that one.) I really didnt think I was ever going to love again, or was even worthy to be loved. But that wall came down and it was nice to feel alive again. Also- got my face smashed in. Still have the giant bump on my face- right now it's looking like I'll need to get it removed-Yikes. I will keep you posted!
October: Got my heart broken. But it's okay! Nice to actually feel something. I am thankful for the time we had and I am a better person because of it. Temple Celebration! WOW! what an amazing experience. Having a temple here in Calgary just makes my desire even stronger to go.
November: Moved into my new apartment with my travelling buddie Katie. Took on a more serious role at work. Stressful stressful month- Goodbye November! haha
December: Went back into the temple for the first time since I was 17. Words cannot express how happy that made me. Celebrated Christmas and New Years eve with family and friends.
And please don't think I'm forgetting all the amazing roadtrips- concerts- weddings (as we all I know I've been in many haha) - parties- baby births- dinners- birthdays and life changing moments. The list was a just a few. I can truly say that looking back 2012 was a great year :)
Well 2013. This post wouldn't be complete without my hopes and dreams for you.
1. I found love before- and lost it. This time I want it to stay. I want to be able to fall in love again- and fall in love with him all over again every day. Being so vulnerable it a scary thing- but I'm finally ready.
2. Temple- attend the temple at least once a month. Personally I'd like to go twice, but realistically we're looking at once. This year I hope to receive my endowment too. I shall keep you posted :)
3. Travel- sorry passport- I'm not done with you yet (probably never will be)
4. Start doing the things I love again. I love to sing, act, play music, dance, horse ride, photography. Time to get back to doing what makes me happy.
This year I truly want to start again. Get back to the basics that make me, well, me. 2012 was No Regrets. 2013 is New Beginnings.
Happy New Year everyone and may 2013 be the YOUR YEAR too!
Here are just a few photos from my week :)
- Stay Beautiful xoxo
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