Awkward and Awesome...FRIDAY!

To say that this week has been crazy is understatement of the year. So many things have happened this past week I take back my words when telling Jenn that my life is rather quite boring during the week without B. So without further ado here is my awkward and awesomeness (I know it’s not Thursday) of the week:

Awkward:

• I guess the biggest awkward that’s happened in a LONG time happened to me when we were swimming at my parent’s hotel. Let’s just say it involved 2 drunken people, one who was staying at the hotel and one that was not. He met her at Applebee’s and promised her a “good time” at the hotel pool across the street. You can only imagine why my parent’s returned back to the room only 5 minutes later after leaving and said, we are NOT going back there until the management comes. People these days, what possess someone to be that sick nasty, hello it’s a hotel ROOM, you can do that in there…
• The moment after you hear someone is getting laid-off… ugh and it’s awkward because you are so sad to see them go but a relief to know it’s not you, and I’m not saying that to be mean or anything, I just think it’s human nature to feel that way. I really really hate it.
• Feeling like you don’t matter or that no one cares. Oh or worst yet, feeling like you have to defend yourself all the time…
• Not knowing what these (…) three little dots are called in sentence. HA!
• Oh Relief Society Activities. Actually I met one girl whose name is Eliza Snow and she’s from Nauvoo (that’s AWESOME), her friend who wouldn't stop talking and one upping everyone’s stories was the awkward part.

Awesome:

• Best story ever and the reason why I wanted to blog in the first place is to document what happened to me on Wednesday! So Saturday afternoon we went dress shopping, well since it’s prom season they were so busy, I made an appointment for Wednesday night and went on my merry way. I was a little upset because I wanted my mom to be there, but I understood why she couldn't, she is a busy and it was during the week etc… so Wednesday afternoon my mom sent me a text and it said “Have fun trying on dresses wish I could be there”… so then I cried for a little bit just because I was sad my mom couldn't be there. So Sarah and Mariah came with me and we arrived at the store, and when I walked in I met the ladies and we were talking and turned around and there was my mom and dad IN THE STORE. So of course I started bawling and saying “what are you doing here?”… it was a moment I’ll never forget. They came up just to see me try them on. The best news of all is that I found one, and it’s perfect and beautiful and it’s lace, oh and only $580, so done and done. It was a great experience and I’m so glad that they love me enough to make that special trip down here just to see me! I have AWESOME parents! B was a little jealous he wasn't let on to the surprise, but he can’t keep things from me very easily either… still though… awesome!
• I get to go home this weekend for the following events – see Maddie run in State Track, Emma’s baby shower, engagement pictures, get all the wedding details rolling, and spend time with my love and family. So great!
• This past weekend when I first say B after a week of being apart, my stomach did a little flip when I saw him, that’s a very good sign…
• Remember how I mentioned B can’t keep a surprise from me? Well yesterday he was like oh I have a surprise, by the end of the day I totally knew what it was. So funny, but so cute!
• It’s funny how life has a way of working itself out, and the motto “It’s always a little bit better in the morning” is so true!

 Have a great weekend! Don’t worry I’ll take pictures!!

Roller Derby and Gardening!

Holy fast weekend. So rude. It was a great weekend though and I took pictures (I know imagine that)! Most of all I realized that B must have the patience of an angel because sometimes I'm not very nice... He's going straight to heaven for that.
Friday, Mindy, a co-worker, and I decided to drive to Pocatello and watch our very first roller derby. I was so excited, we first went to Red Lobster and then we drove around until we found what looked like an old state prison but it was actually a rink! It's everything you would expect and more. Actually it was a lot of fun, and by the end I got how it was scored and I totally want to try it sometime!

 Mindy and me at the derby!

 Lined up for the start of the Jam (or round)

 Knocking people over!

The outfits were the best!

We even got to see some really interesting people there! I recommend people going! The best are their names like Busty o'Azz, Triixie Terminator, Itza Trap etc... Oh and a video too!

Saturday it was finally time to see my love! First though that morning we went dress looking (instead of dress shopping) and I got really excited. Just because I saw a couple I can't wait to try on! Then I spent some quality time with Sarah and my sister!! B finally arrived, and it was so good to see him, I get the butterflies all over again (sorry didn't mean to be mushy). Then I had a great date planned but he ended up having to work a little more so it all sorta fell apart. I was a little upset just because I wanted to make it perfect, but we planted a garden  instead! We even had time for snocones and a movie! 

Here is our little garden. It's super precious and I hope it actually survives and doesn't die! I want to have some produce!!

Sunday we went over to his sister's house and had dessert and played with the nieces and nephews on their new trampoline. It was so fun! It was a great Mother's Day, I just wish I could have seen my mom... My mom is pretty much amazing, and I'm so lucky I was raised by a confident, smart, beautiful woman!

It sucks having to say goodbye every Monday morning, but we are only 11 weeks away! Doesn't he look like a GREAT salesman! 

Next weekend we are going to Parma! I'm so excited!! Here's to a great week, that will zoom by (hopefully)!

Awkward and Awesome Thursday!

Its Thursday already?! YES! That means 2 more days until Saturday! Hooray! I have some doozy's this week... ahhh love it!

Awkward:

• While Mariah and I were at Costa Vida last week we saw two couples on a double date, no big deal right? Oh yeah except for that before they ate they had one of the boys say a blessing over the food. Awkward because I could hear the prayer, but then I thought about what I would do if I was on that double date. Only in Rexburg.
• We were at Mariah's Cinco de Mayo party when her roommate proceeded to salsa dance for us. Ok not us, just B mostly. Gave him a nice show... haha, he just looked at me like, what the?
• I don't know what it is about the Dollar Store but people are either super friendly there or really weird. I was trying to stall for Mariah's surprise birthday party so we went in and looked at Mother's Day cards. This lady proceeds to tell us what to find in each section, which one is her favorite, and which one is the worst. Mariah and I tried not to bust out laughing.
• Watching all the college boys and girls awkwardly try to flirt and contain their hormones at Mariah's party. The best is when the same roommate (as mentioned above) asked a random boy to play with her hair... why did I not video record this moment?
• Getting buffalo jerky as my bonus for working on a project that took a month to do... um thank you? 
• Extra short skirts at the office make me feel super uncomfortable... 
• Awkward health conversations I'm NOT supposed to hear while in the office... I get the chills just thinking that I know what kind of STD's they were tested for.
• Having to feel sneaky on Pinterest because I'm afraid someone will steal my ideas... honestly...

Awesome:

• Getting to spend some quality time with my sister this week. Including her birthday, pedicures, tanning, and just chilling and talking. Love her.
• The man I am going to marry is incredible. I will spare you the mushy love notes he sends me, but they are so kind and sweet, and I'm so blessed to have him in my life. Distance does make the heart grow fonder. Not that I love being away from him, but it makes me appreciate him so much more. 
• The countdown for the wedding is in double digits... finally!
• I work with some great people, and not so great people, but some of my closest friends, I work with, and that's great!
• The great fun I had this past Sunday. B and I pretty much did everything we could think of, including eating Otter Pops.
• The Snoasis is open... HOORAY FOR SNOCONES!
• Reminiscing on Myspace with Jenn and Hyrum. Good laughs for sure!
• I finally finished New Girl. I just started watching it a couple weeks ago, and well, it's hilarious!
• The Avengers! The movie has now become my all time favorite super hero movie. Plus a lot of hot men are in it too. 
• 2 more days until I see B!

Countdown...

2 things to celebrate today:

First:

Isn't that just the craziest thing ever? I mean it's so far but so close. In double digits now... yes! I'm trying not to freak out because still nothing is really planned, but as Kristin tells me "it's only has hard as you make it"...

Two:
Happy Birthday to this beautiful, smart, funny, kind, gentle, and amazing girl.. my sister Mariah!

We often get told we look a lot alike, but I tend to think she's way prettier than me. She's officially in her twenties and tonight I'm taking her out on the town. Happy Birthday little sis...

Weekend Fiesta!

Ugh I'm so annoyed that my weekend is over. HA! It just means that B has to go back to work in Twin Falls. He did mention a lot over the weekend though that he was so happy to only work there so that he can enjoy the summer with me. Usually he's halfway around the country during the summer, and he said that Sunday's are the worst because you don't work, but you don't do anything else either. We utilized every moment we had this weekend, but it was all fun! B loves to make me do spontaneous things, because well I'm a super planner, and he's a go with the flow kind of guy... a good match right?

Friday I talked Mariah into getting pedicures with me. Since it was so last minute and so late in the day we went to Paul Mitchell (a hair school in Rexburg). To my delight they do Shellac and for so cheap I screamed with delight! Mariah and I were in heaven with our awesome toes! We even had time to get some Costa Vida (awkward story from there, I'll post about that later)! By the time everything was done it was pretty late and I wanted to get to bed so Saturday could come faster.

B's sister was down for the weekend so it was good to see her, she's such a delight! We had crepes in the morning and then decided to go shopping! I actually found some amazing brown sandals, and an outfit for the engagement pictures. My best find though was a store going out of business. I bought B 3 pair of dress pants for $40! My savings were $400! I was quite proud of myself. B and I had to sing in the ward choir for Stake Conference so I rushed home to change my clothes and guess who I met there? Yes... B! You would have thought I hadn't seen him in years... it was so good to see him though, and I realized how much I missed him. I'm pathetic I know, continue with the eye rolling... Our Stake Conference was actually really good and we sounded awesome, then we ran home changed our clothes and headed over to Mariah's for her Cinco de Mayo party. It was quite the fiesta, and B and I had a good time for the little bit we were there (and another awkward moment, to be shared later). We then made our way to The Avengers. Ok so awesome! I loved it so much, if you haven't seen it, you totally need to. B was in heaven, he was so giddy before he even started, and all the way through it but it really was great. We even saw it in 3D!

 B and I at the Cinco de Mayo party. Mariah who usually is a dependable photographer was a little annoyed with taking so many pictures. Rude... jk!

 Oh see he looks so happy...

 Before I was allowed to come in I need to receive a smooch!

My love, all ready to take me out! 

Sunday was great, after Stake Conference (and helping coral all 5 nieces and nephews) B and I did the following things:
Rode the 4-wheeler (which included chasing a jack rabbit at high speeds)
Played softball
Lawn Darts
Watched 2 movies
Rode bicycles
Skyped the kids
Had a BBQ
Took a nap
What a great Sunday! We accomplished much and just spent time with each other. I'm sad he has to go back today, but that's real life I guess. Only 13 more weeks of this... oh wow...

Happy Monday!

Awkward and Awesome Thursday

Ahh it’s Thursday again. I can’t believe it. Man how time flies when you are having fun (sort of)… I’ve had some great moments this past week, too bad I can’t divulge all of them because well you don’t want to embarrass people. Anyway, here are some awkward (can I add annoying) and awesome moments this past week, enjoy!Awkward (and annoying):

• I would like to know who made it OK to ask a stranger (pretty much) about certain private matters in your life. Asking me when I am going to conceive a child (unless you are family or good friend) I think is a little personal, furthermore, instructing me that I’m “a little old to be waiting” just takes it to a whole other level. I really don’t know you so why do you even care?
• Being told that you are ungrateful, lazy, and worthless really doesn’t sit well with me, especially when I didn’t do anything or say anything to bring on the mentioned adjectives. Don’t get me started, don’t even get me started...
• Potlucks at work are always so funny… there are plenty of awkward moments where you see people practically RUN to the food and hover until you ring the dinner bell. It’s always the same people too, makes me laugh, a lot.
• Quote of the day – “Your nails are black, should I be worried about you?”… Wow really?
• I really don’t like one-sided friendships, it just seems like if I didn’t do anything we would probably stop talking. I hate that, and please we are all busy, it’s not hard to say hey
• While working the front desk today this lady comes in boasting about her amazing cinnamon rolls and how she has 7 daughters and they each enter them in the fair and get first place every time. When I look at them, I know she's lying 1. no frosting, 2. they are still doughy.  Lady I know my cinnamon rolls! The most awkward part is I have no idea why she brought them in, or why she was even here in the first place.

Awesome:

• My black nail polish. I haven’t worn it in ages and I’m loving it.
• My new hair cut and color… It’s fantastic:

• How I can talk to B about nothing for hours and hours… I’m certainly glad he loves to talk to me to.
• Love notes…
• B totally killing it his first day actually selling. I’m so proud of him!
• Emailing Jenn… that girl is funny.
• Having a fiance who supports me in my decisions and is always on my side.
• Having a family that’s willing to help me out whenever I need it, like Hyrum spending his vacay to help me move, and Mariah for helping me pack up.
• Getting unpacked, and realizing it’s only temporary for the summer might not seem awesome, but to me it totally is because at the end of it all, I finally will have a permanent place.

Hurry Up Summer!

So my weekend pretty much consisted of this:

 

Ugh moving, how I despise you. Actually this time, it wasn't too bad. I just get freaked out when people just start throwing things into boxes because well I need to remember what what packed where. This time was different though because I had to pack things into two separate categories... Things that I will need for 3 months and things that are just going to have to wait until August. Which was pretty much meant everything into storage except for 3 suitcases and a bin. It was hard. I got really excited though that in August I can finally unpack EVERYTHING I own and actually use it. I was ready for the change, but still feel like my life will be in transition until August, either way I am happy I can be on my own again and have freedom to be an adult! Hyrum and Emma came up and thank goodness Hyrum was here. B and him pretty much moved everything, and I love them for that. I wanted B to meet Emma's family and especially her brother Taylor. Love him so much, he's so funny!

Today was a sad day though, B officially left for Twin Falls. I helped him pack what he needed for the week and then he took me to breakfast before I had to head to work. I know, he's only in Twin Falls, but I still won't be able to see him everyday. I managed to hold in my tears until AFTER I was in the car driving away. Last summer was just so hard on me, that I keep having flashbacks of it. The huge difference is that now I have a commitment (a 2 carat commitment)! No, I'm super excited for B, he has a great opportunity to prove himself and to work hard. It will be hard but we can do it! We have Facetime after all.

Since he left before me he had a chance to sneak up to my work and leave me the cutest note ever:

He made me cry all over again, because what he said was so sweet and tender. I sure do love him, and following my heart listening to my instincts make me the happiest girl ever. Gosh, hurry up summer!!