Sunday, April 25, 2010

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Recent Updates...

I haven't been on this in a while, and I have had some fun little experiences since my last post:

1. I went to Mimi's Cafe for my birthday with some wonderful friends!





2. I made these darling little baby chick cookies for Easter!

Directions:
a. Make oval shaped sugar cookies.
b. Buy two tubs of vanilla frosting. Dye one tub yellow, with food coloring.
c. Frost half the cookie with white for the egg, and frost half the cookie yellow for the hatching baby chick.
d. Delicately place an orange tic tac for the beak and two mini chocolate chips for the eyes.
e. Serve and enjoy!

3. My Division 1 Intramural Women's Basketball Team WON the CHAMPIONSHIP GAME!!!! I got one of the coveted shirts my last semester here at BYU!


4. I graduate on Thursday-Friday, April 22-23. That is next week, in case you were wondering!!!

Monday, March 29, 2010

Pet Peeve

I don't mind getting mass emails from my fellow classmates requesting I send them notes because they missed class that day; however, I do mind when their emails are unnecessarily explicit as to WHY they missed class.

Exhibit A
"I had a very bad allergic reaction last night and my face is swollen and has bumps everywhere so I was not able to go to class today. If anyone is willing to send me their notes..."

Disgusting!!!

Ok, have a wonderful day! High of 66 in Provo!

Thursday, March 25, 2010

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This past weekend was one of the best I have had in a long long time! My two best friends from growing up, Ine and Jessica, flew all the way to PROVO to come visit me!!! I felt so loved and so happy!

Friday
1:05 pm - Get a call from Jessica informing me she and Ine landed.
1:06 pm - During the call, Jessica proceeds to yell at Ine because she is obviously making a scene about how "cold" it is. Mind you, I am wearing a light blouse without a jacket - oh Californians.
1:11 pm - While driving through the airport, I spot Ine from afar off. Correction, I spot the furry animal-like cap adorning her head.
The Cap


1:15 pm - I give the two greatest girls a HUGE hug!!

Ok, enough of the play-by-plays. We got into Provo, and of course, Ine and Jess needed to make a Sonic run for their Cherry Lime-aids. Ine had already map-quested the nearest Sonic. We got home, and I fed them lunch. Homemade Corn Chowder with bread sticks. We then went to tour campus for a bit. Ine shopped in the kids section, while Jess and I each got some normal sized clothing.

Then, at around 7 pm, we all headed to the Men's Volleyball game vs. USC. WE WON!! While leaving the game, Ine, Jessica, and I had a funny little encounter. I will not mention anything further in an effort to protect innocent parties.

What would a reunion be without FOOD! We stopped at a Mexican food restaurant unique to Provo - Costa Vida. Then, we stopped by a Frozen Yogurt shop for some delicious FroYo. Finally, to end the night, we walked into a random house having a dance party. OH MY WORD. WE LEFT ASAP! It was made up of some odd individuals dancing to the polka, "jerking," and doing back flips. Don't worry. We got out of there.

Saturday
Jess and I woke up early Saturday morning at around 8:30 am and made some delicious Sour Cream Pancakes; however, we replaced the bananas with strawberries because Ine is allergic to bananas. We then spread peanut butter on the pancakes and drizzled honey atop the strawberries. So tasty. I think my favorite flavor in the pancakes was the lemon zest the recipe called for. It gave the pancakes a little zing! I loved it!


After a hearty breakfast, Jess and I attempted to awaken Ine. (She did not join us for the aforementioned breakfast.) If anyone has ever attempted to wake Ine up before noon, it's quite an adventure. I thought that I might lose my life that morning; however, I think the aroma of the lemony pancakes drizzled with honey lifted her spirits. She woke up eventually and dined on her breakfast.

We then went roller-blading. Or tried to. Enough said.


After that... the party prep began! My dear roommate Karen, Ine, Jessica, and I redid the living room and turned it into a dance floor. We decorated the room with balloons and streamers, made delicious treats, and created a rad playlist. Then, my home teacher Ben brought over his keg-orator. A homemade root beer machine/maker! Cool. I know.

Then the party got started!!! What a funnn night! Thank you to everyone for coming. This was definitely a memorable birthday!




Sunday
Finally, the weekend ended with church. Jess and Ine joined... thanks girls! I know 3 hours is long, but I am pretty sure the snacks and hidden Dr. Pepper in Ine's purse got you through it! Finally, at around 1, I dropped Ine and Jess off at the airport. Sad day... however, on a brighter note... this is the last time I will have to say bye to them. Back to California for me come June!!!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Saturday, January 2, 2010

Fun with the Family

Being home with my family was so wonderful. The past two weeks were so relaxing, fun, WARM, and happy for me! I love my family so much, and I love the activities we did together.

We saw two movies: Sherlock Holmes and Avatar, both of which I HIGHLY recommend. Sherlock Holmes for the incredibly witty and clever storyline, not to mention the strikingly attractive men who star in it; Avatar for the AMAZING special effects and good story line - there was also an amazingly good looking man in that movie too!

We went on two "Ainian Family Field Trips," which my family is well-known for going on. Basically, we walked to Downtown Burbank and had frozen yogurt one night and dinner another night! So much fun!

We visited my grandmother, uncle, aunt, and cousins.

We went to the Wax Museum and Guinness World Record Museum in Hollywood, California.

What a wonderful 2 weeks. Tomorrow I fly out of warm and sunny Burbank, California to cold and FRIGID Provo, Utah. I guess it's time to get back to reality. That means snow, school, and work. Boo... thank goodness I have good friends to help me along the way!

Here are pictures from the museums...

Michael Jackson


Daniel Craig


Joker... CREEPY!


And the legendary "Attempt to take a picture of the family in an elevator" shot!

Saturday, December 26, 2009

My new obsession.

Have you heard of Vera Bradley?

If not, you should familiarize yourself with her...

Vera Bradley was born in 1909 and is the mother of Barbara Bradley. Barbara is the co-owner and founder of a uniquely designed fabric purse line. You can pick from a variety of colors/designs and purse styles.

Click here to browse the website.

This is the purse I got for Christmas. It is the "Yellow Bird" Morgan style tote.


I also got the "Rasberry Fizz" Card Holder!