The Date

Recently I was asked - Why is it important to date? Well... I gave real careful thought to this question. Out of bitterness to a routine broken heart, I would have probably responded out loud very quickly - well, it's not. Then you never get hurt:) But I've pondered this question a great deal the passed few weeks. I mean, it is very important for young single adults to date...not "date" or be "dated" but to go on dates. It's opportunities such as dates to get to know individuals on a more personal level and seek to find qualities you may or may not want in a future companion. It is important, I feel, to actively seek to find those compatible persons whom seek to find you also. This in no way means that anyone should be in any real hurry or rush to get married. There is no timeline to dating, nor is their any real pressing thing that should push couples or individuals to make rash decisions they themselves are not ready for. It's not a race - for anyone! But regardless of the end result, ladies and gentlemen should be dating.

I've noticed that dating has changed significantly in the last few years. When my older siblings were in school, dating was different then steady dating. The term "dating" has become a loose term - and a more crucial term - for what we more commonly call a Relationship. When one asks, "Are they dating?" What they really mean to say is, "Are they officially together and off the market for anyone else to even consider asking on a date?" It's so true! Back in the day, I remember observing many fun group dates that my brothers and sister hosted. Whether it be sending a date on a scavanger hunt to find dinner, to having dinner in the middle of a median on a busy street, to burying dinner, to feeding your date, to making your own pizza's and pizza boxes, to dressing up and acting like superheros, to creating candyland . . . everything was so fun and creative. Giving individuals the opportunity to be themselves, have fun, laugh with friends, all the while spend time with someone they would like to get to know! To be asked on a date, and to accept a date was a big deal..and now it's so lazy. Either guys are intimidated girls will take an invite the wrong way (which in some cases holds much truth) or they just don't feel the need, there is seriously a lack of motivation to GO ON DATES in North Idaho.

That being said, our institute teacher shed light on the issue and asked us how we felt about dating...why we do it, and why we don't. It was enlightening to hear others veiw points which ranged from - to save from getting hurt, to not lead on someone else, to steer away from any misconception of feelings, to avoid rejection, to avoiding conflict. All legitmate concerns, and I had never really thought that someone else might somehow have the same irrational fears about "dating" as I do. It seems that I can probably count on ONE hand how many "not serious" dates I've been on. I have been in relationships where we go on dates, but I haven't gone on fun dates very often...(i'm not complaining, i don't really regret this.)

So, here's the deal. Following that institute a plan was formulated to create a date. The following is an accurate account of the evening (to the best my memory serves):

Group:

Brittney Kramer - Rob Robinson

Minta Kramer - Josh Wiltse

Deanna Noble - Anthony Trunnell

Dr. Kim Barbee - Matthew Bouse

Agenda:

Meet at 6pm at Kim's.

Drive Deanna's Father's truck out to her parents place

Load up the boat

Dinner and Fun

Fire

& back to town for a wally walk.

We did just as the agenda says. We met at 6 and drove out to Mom and Dad's. Once there we changed into swimsuits, gathered last minute items, and took off in the pontoon boat! We ate directly in the middle of Lake Pend Orielle across from Hope, Kootenai, Bottle Bay and Sandpoint. It was a beautiful night. Dad prepared 4 male foil dinners, and 4 female foil dinners and packed them in a cooler. We ate dinner then went swimming (I know real safe. Anthony pointed out that we should probably wait at least a half hour before getting in the water for safety percautions) but we we did say a prayer so all is well. After jumping in the FREEZING cold water (mind you, this was the first nice day in a while, a long while) we quickly got back out. Only swam for probably a total of 15 minutes. We got out, changed into dry clothes, and played games:) After awhile around dusk time - we headed back to the dock to warm up by a fire with s'mores. We talked and played a game that the YSA like to now call "the hot seat" which consists of talking about yourself, then allowing everyone to ask questions where anything goes! This really helped all 8 of us get to know one another on a more personal level. We put the fire out around 11:45 and headed back to town to Walmart where we purchased a card (and twizzlers for Anthony) and said our goodbye's for the evening. We shared many laughs which to this day offer us many inside jokes, and a great memory for us all. It was fun to actually go on a date, rather then the usual YSA "hangout"....

This week I was asked on a date to go hiking, but I had to postpone as my work schedule is currently chaotic due to lack of managers at the movie theater. But soon I'll have the new supervisor trained and ready for business and I'll be able to have a social life once more:)

There is already another group date in the works, and will update about that later!

The foil dinners dad made for us packed up in a cooler.

Anthony's towel really said "brave the wave" but Brave was more fitting for how cold the water was.

The oreo game my family stole from minute to win it. the object is to wiggle the oreo from your forehead to your mouth without touching it. haha harder then it sounds.

Brittney cleaning oreo's off her sister Minta's face.

The girls, Minta, Kim, Deanna, and Brittney

The guys, Josh, Matthew, Rob, Anthony

Anthony and I joking around. (He takes out the trash)

Anthony and I

Minta and I playing on the airplane and mom and dads during our fire:)

Family Home Evening Adventures

You never know what to expect on Sunday (and sometime Monday) evenings. It could be a simple lesson with some snacks, a plentiful filling meal, or maybe some random fun laughs that create a memory...regardless the Sandpoint YSA has perfected the art of Family Home Evenings:) A few weeks ago the scheduled activity was in Bonners Ferry, ID. We were to gather at their meetinghouse for a short lesson, and then separate in teams for a Scavenger hunt. The lesson was awesome, and a great motivator to those either contemplating or preparing for missions. Ashly Gross talked about her time serving down South, and the wonderful experiences she had!

(acting like Disney characters. With the pirates hats I think we were going for Pirates of the Caribbean?)

Afterwards we were placed in some teams. Naturally, I was with ALL BOYS. This always happens to me, but I'm not complaining really...I love it:) We drove Delilah (Rob's car) around Bonners looking for a few things... I remember a few categories: A street sign with a female name, street sign with a male name, act out Disney characters, a statue of an animal, a street sign of a state, standing in a natural body of water, an optical illusion, and a couple more I can't recall. My team included none other then Commodore Robosa himself at the helm of the vessel (he thinks he's a pirate fyi) Anthony Trunnell, Matthew Bouse, and Cody Miller. Oh what fun!

(This is our Optical Illusion.)

(Rob and Matthew standing in a natural body of water.)

(Sign with a state name)

Following the dangerous maneuver around older folks driving much too slow for the win, we found out we actually placed second. Well much to THAT teams DISMAY, their picture of "A street sign with a state" was in fact a large city, not a state. Sorry folks, Denver never was a state! Haha so we WIN! Yayyyyy us:)

We then celebrated by treating ourselves to ice cream and french fries at the only fast food restaurant in Bonners, ZIPS! haha, what fun times, with fun people. Never a dull moment!

Esmée Denters - Outta Here

This past week has been great:) So much to be grateful for! I am not lieing when I say that love songs no longer make me sick, pictures of the past few months no longer make me sad, and it is FINALLY the last thing on my mind (if it's even on my mind at all) Coming to terms and growing up to realize that I'm not a princess, and life isn't a fairytale has really been a good thing for me! There's beauty in the plan, and I'm confident in saying - It's in the past, and I'm done done done playing little boys games!

I was able to sign a form saying that I'm willing to move out whenever they find a renter for my apartment. The exciting thing in this is NOT to have roommates (aka: Mom and Dad) but to save save save the next few months for school. I really hope to not have to have a job while attending school in Rexburg! Being more goal oriented has truly helped me see what I want so clearly, and go for it! So moving out - or back into Mom and Dads actually - is the first step for me.

Also this week I was able to find some personal growth and answers to things I have been concerned about, questioning, felt uneasy about, and what not. Things are falling into place like a puzzle, and it feels good. I also had the opportunity (in my rare but spare time) to write 8, yes count them, 8 missionaries! How awesome it felt to be able to sit down and just put some things down on paper. I will have those in the mail tomorrow!

Lastly, I have faith that my "someday" will come. I pray that it's not anytime in the near future as I have a lot of cruises I could go on with Dad!

So things to look forward to:

1. Hanging out with Rick Curtiss, and Bob tomorrow!
2. Taking Arielle to the Dive downtown with YSA for her 20th birthday
3. Camp out on Lake Coeur D'Alene this weekend
4. David Archuleta next weekend
5. Jeremy and Morgan visiting in a few weeks.
6. My birthday in 18 days
7. crush crush crush
8. Rexburg asap.
9. Family Reunion
10. Did I mention my 21st Birthday in 18 days!?

Happy Birthday To Me

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!
(20 days and counting)

This past weekend Dad was in Seattle for a few days so Mom and I took a day trip to Coeur D'Alene (just the two of us). It was a fun girls day! We got to go shopping, then to dinner and then capped off the night with a movie before meeting up with dad who was flying home that evening. While shopping mom decided it'd be a perfect time to look at luggage. It is Graduation season therefore most all luggage is on SALE! We looked a couple different places before finding these:) It came in Three sizes, but I told mom that I would probably only need the carry on the middle size:) I'm so happy with the purchase! Thanks Mom and Dad for the wonderful birthday gift - and making my traveling that much easier!

Now, Where to cruise to next? ha ha. Yeah right, I have got to save up for school!

I love love love love love love them:)

New Hair:)

I decided the other day that I should get my hair done. If most of you don't know, I'm very protective over my hair. I don't let anyone I don't trust touch it! It takes a lot for me to go to a salon and allow them to trim it or anything. I've only put color (more like highlights) in my hair once. The only thing that got me to do that - was someone told me I wouldn't do it, so I did it just to prove them wrong! I will never chop my hair off again, but I was looking for some sort of change. I drove to the salon and sat for like 15 minutes. I couldn't get myself to go inside. I knew I wanted a trim but I also wanted : Layers, red and blonde highlights, bangs. I wasn't sure what I should do, if I should just get the simple trim and call it good, or do something CRAZY & live it up. I finally got myself to walk in. They were able to see me in just a few short minutes so I sat down and flipped through a magazine. The anticipation/excitement, and nervousness of my stomach was overwhelming. I'd assume that it would be much like waiting for the doctor to tell you if you are having a boy or girl....haha, it was insane. All over hair? ha ha, of course over hair...My hair is long, and fairly healthy. I don't like to mess with it too much. I always fear if I cut it, it won't grow back. Or if I color it, my natural color will change, or it will forever ruin my hair! Although these are rational fears, I needed to calm down! I sat in the chair, told her I wanted some bangs, and trim, and red and blonde highlights. AHHHH so scared! But I did it, and made it out alive. She did kind of mess up, and I have an appt to go and get the back fixed just a little - but other than that, I kind of like the change:) It's hard to see in the picture, but the red is VERY evident! Anyways, with new goals and me trying to better myself - what better way to do that then start with a fresh hairstyle!


Ps. I hate the bangs, they make me want to throw up! But it's just hair.

Catch up!

The past couple weeks have been crazy. First Ryan and I break up, then I start to make simple but drastic changes in my surroundings. I started to do anything and everything I could to keep my mind busy and happy:) So, I decided it was time to (drum roll please) Take the grandpa canopy off my truck. While very practical, I kind of like the look better with it off. What's next to go you may ask yourself, well the mud flaps to put it simply. Long ago Del and Carson suggested that I take them off. I disagreed for some time as they are screwed halfway up the wheel well....but after some careful thought, I realized - that doesn't matter it will still look better. Man speaking of Carson and Del, I didn't realize how much advice they gave me that I NEVER EVER took into consideration when it came to my vehicles. & they are practically experts! But it's now time to start doing some up-keep on the Ranger, and start making some changes I want.

Here is the picture of the Ranger after I took the canopy off:)

I owe a great thanks to my family and friends in "keeping me busy" the past few weeks. After all the confusion, and long drawn out process of THE END to a story that had just begun I had no idea what to do. It's like making all these plans and they crash right in front of you. It's hard to pick up where you left off prior to all those plans you had created in your mind. So I reapplied to BYUI, Took the canopy off my truck, highlighted my hair blonde and red, cut some bangs, and have been spending more time with my family and friends.

2 weeks ago, mom and dad were going down to Spokane to babysit while Adam and Brandi went to the Tim McGraw concert. I had heard a few months prior to this that they had purchased a third ticket as they originally planned to take Adalynn with them. They invited me to use that third ticket:) I was so excited, it was awfully kind of them. The only downside to the ticket - it wasn't by them! BUT THAT WAS A-OKAY WITH ME! It was Tim McGraw and Lady Antebellum! Who cares where I sit? I was in the upper level overlooking the stage. After Lady A, Adam text me and told me that there was two empty seats next to them and he'd meet me at their gate in a few minutes. I did, and was able to watch the main act (TIM MCGRAW!) with Brandi and Adam. They were on the lower level with a better view of the screen! The picture below is the only picture that really turned out from my phone! I got a few videos but they are too large to email to myself:) All in all, it was so much fun to spend some time with Adam and Brandi, and I was so thankful for the opportunity. It was just what I needed:) Thanks brother of mine! You're the best!

Above, Brandi's husband:)

Sisterly love

Proof my sister and I have always been best friends:)

Like Mother, Like Daughter

I was flipping through these photos that were in a tub at Grandpa Scoullers house that Adam so kindly put on a DVD for our family. I was looking at mom and dad's wedding photographs and realized, RIGHT NOW I LOOK JUST LIKE MY MOM IN 1974! It's crazy. I honestly couldn't tell the difference if I didn't know any better. I can only hope I look half as beautiful on my wedding day (whenever that time may come) as my mother did on hers. I do have one complaint though : Dad hideous suit. I'm sorry, but bright pink, and lemon yellow, and black - that was never in fashion. Hot mess is what I like to call that:)

Mom and Dad cutting their wedding cake! (Do you see me in there?)

Mom and dad. Holy cow, if mom had just a little bit longer hair I could crop everyone else out and use this as a self portrait!

Look how happy my parents are:) Awww - true and enduring love!

Soccer Dance

This last Friday night I was able to attend another YSA dance in Spokane. We left Sandpoint around 7:30 and got to the dance around 9 pm. We were the first ones there, literally. The lights were still on, and they were making the play list for the dance...Needless to say we heard every song twice that night. A few of us played soccer for awhile before people really started showing up and they turned the lights off.

And so the dance begins. This is Minta Kramer with her Thriller dance. Ha - ha.

The dance theme was Soccer due to the World Cup. Most all the guys were wearing their mission jersey's and most all the girls were wearing something they found at a thrift store or borrowed from a friend. I was fortunate enough to borrow Adam's Jersey he got in Venezuela. The picture above is my friend Kyli Tompkins and I.

Megan Cohen, Kyli Tompkins and I.

I was also able to pick up my friend Kaynie Nelson from Post Falls, WA. She just relocated there and was free. We met up with Nicole Attridge at the dance who lives in Spokane, WA. These 2 ladies I met in Alaska summer of 2008 when I worked for Princess Tours. It was fun to have a mini reunion for a night. We also ran into another friend from Alaska that Summer Bethanie, but she took off before my camera had charged enough to get a photo!

Minta Kramer and I dancing!

Matthew Bouse, Jeff, Megan, Me and Kylie hanging out at the Stake center in Spokane.

Minta messing around. Funny thing is, she's not even touching me!!!

Kyli and I. We have so much fun together! Love her!

Taking time for a pyramid!

After the dance it's tradition for us to stop by Denny's on the way home. Our group of 9 had the best waitress ever. You could tell Carla had had a rough night. When we arrived there was 3 really drunk girls who didn't even tip her and had made a huge huge mess. So we made sure to tip her well:) All in all we had such a fun night! Kyli and I made it back to my apartment by 2 am, and headed to bed. Then we ended up talking till around 5 am as it started to get light. It was fun to talk about different things both of us are going through. It's nice to have new friends:)

An Act of Service

A few months back we went up to Libby, MT for a day of service, and dodge ball:) We met at the bishops house where he had a few projects laid out for us to begin. We tore out the front porch that was rotting, raked the lawn, built a ramp to the door, fertilized the lawn, and chopped wood. There was 6 of us total that went up together:) It was a lot of fun to work side by side, pull nails and boards, and chat with the Libby/Troy missionaries. Staci Leonard and the Bishop provided a lunch/meal for us and we headed to the church for dodge ball. We ended up playing soccer, which was way fun. Good friends, positive memories:)

Tearing out the deck.

Katie Curtiss and Rashell Trunell raking the lawn

fun fun fun with Kim!

Matthew Bouse and John Hull chopping wood

Rick had a health fair at work before the service project so he still had his outfit on!

All Dogs Go To Heaven

So as most everyone knows, last night mom and dad let Bodie out to go poddy at the usual time - 2 am. After waiting awhile mom had to leave him outside as he would not return home. In the morning they expected he'd be waiting to be let in, or bark. They heard nothing. Dad went out all morning in search for our missing dog. He searched the woods, talked to all the neighbors, went all directions and did not see one trace of Bodie. He came home to inform her of the lack of his findings. They called me at work. I had to step in the other room and shed a few tears. They posted it on facebook to let all the kids know, as well as the grand kids. I hear Maggie was beside herself! My little drama queen:) She was real attached to Bodie, and you'll see in the pictures below she LOVED Bodie. All the Grand kids did:) Over all Bodie was really good with kids, and was a fun puppy to have around. He was always aware of mom and dad's aches and pains, and would always be sensitive towards my feelings. He was my companion for the past few years in many ways spending long lonely nights with me while mom and dad traveled the globe:) I have loved Bodie, and although puppy-sitting in my apartment wasn't my favorite...I'm glad I got to be as close to him as I was:) I hope he's safe, and not in pain, and I hope it's true....the saying...

"All dogs go to Heaven"

Bodie playing and cleaning a pup from Pipers latest litter last February.

Bodie rides Shot-gun in mom's car!

Bodies favorite place for an evening winter nap:) Wrapped up in dad's blanket in his lap:)

He is so spoiled:)

Dad walks Bodie in the park in Issaquah, WA

Bodie plays with Deanna in the snow:) The first snowfall of 2009

Bodie, Piper and .... Oh my I can't even remember the other dogs name! Sorry Brandi and Adam! Oh wait, Bowser - that's right. Here Maggie playing with all the dogs.

He was king of the lawn:)

I love him so much. I even took my senior pictures with him:)
Look how tiny he was!

The dog-sitter:)

When you would talk to body, he would turn his head to the side - almost as if he was confused. If you turned your head to the other side, he would repeat the gesture. It'll be sad to talk to David on the phone when he'll ask me, "where's Bodie, Where's Piper?" He is always so concerned about his dogs. The family dog - is missing. We still don't know if he got taken by an animal or not. It is the best scenario though that we could come up with. Especially since he doesn't stay away from home this long, is never this quiet, there is no trace of him...

God be with you til' we meet again, Bodie!

I have the best Sister in the Whole Wide World

It's true:) It's been a rough few weeks! Especially with the news about Bodie today, it's just been kind of a lot to take on at once! But we're all strong, and we've put on our best smiles and are trying real hard to get through any trials that are thrown our way:) My sister must have known that I needed words of love and encouragement. I got off work today, and came home to grab a few things before heading over to mom and dad's. I saw on my doorstep a box from PRO FLOWERS or something. I thought they had delivered it to the wrong address. I skimmed over it, and it said San Diego, California. I don't know anyone in San Diego, so I opened it up:) They were from my sister. She and Andrew are the sweetest! I know I can always count on them even if they are 300 miles away from Sandpoint! Thanks Stephanie and Andrew, David and Hannah. I love and miss you!


BEAUTIFUL ROSES:)

The card that was inside:) Thanks David and Hannah, you made my week!

Weekly Routine

Many function best when a set schedule can be carried out. Early to bed - Early to rise. It also helps if you can tackle set meal times, set working hours, and daily exercise. I have come to realize - I eat whatever I really feel like . . . I in no way go to bed early (hence the hour of this here post) & I don't wake up early by choice (unless there is something to do). Also daily exercise? Uhh, it's not often that its "daily".

I've tried to stop eating after 7 pm. I've also started drinking LOTS AND LOTS of water. Sometimes to the point I think I'm going to drown my own body, but I know it's just cause I'm not used to it. Since I haven't been a soda person in the past, switching for any other beverage wasn't a hard change.

I have jogged everyday since Monday. Rain or shine. The route has changed, but I've gone down roads I didn't even know existed here in Ponderay/Kootenai.

I have not accomplished to "early to bed - early to rise," although I hope to very soon. I think going into summer it'll be important for me to remember that life is not all about work and play. There is a time for both yes, but I need to make sure I'm taking care of my own health. Another very important aspect I've implemented is some of the Sandpoint 7. Many of you don't know what the Sandpoint 7 are, so I'll help you out.

The Sandpoint Seven are guidelines the Sandpoint Stake gave to help bring families closer to Christ. The seven tasks if carried out - will help each and everyone of us be happy, and feel the and be more in tune with the spirit every hour of every day.

1. Daily Personal Scripture Study
2. Daily Personal Prayer
3. Daily Family Scripture Study
4. Daily Family Prayer
5. Weekly Family Home Evening
6. Regular Temple Attendance (as much as situations allow)
7. Service

My Daily routine has drastically changed since moving out on my own. I wake up each morning and immediately kneel. This week Bodie really tested my patience with this as he would claw at my legs to get me to get up and let him out poddy while dog sitting for mom and dad. After a prayer, and turn to the scriptures. I read for about a half hour, and then get ready for the day. After showering and preparing myself for work - I try and sit and read past General Conference addresses, Ensigns, and any other material. I search topics on LDS.ORG appropriate to what I'm going through, or what I might stand in need of. After that, I make myself something to eat, and head to work. After work - I usually make a phone call...sometimes two:) Then I grab my scriptures, and continue reading where I left off earlier in the morning. After finishing my reading, I kneel by my bedside and close the day with a prayer once more.

This routine has 1. Help me feel comfort in all the trials I've been going through. 2. Help me feel the spirit continually. 3. boosted my mood and self confidence. 4. Enlightens me that my Savior loves me, and is with me.

So not only am I trying to change some things about my weekly routine, but I'm always looking for ways to better myself. If I have learned one thing from Ryan, It's been that I can achieve greatness. I don't have to settle for anything less that what I truly deserve. I deserve happiness and self-fulfillment. I get that daily by how I choose to live my life. I could choose to sit and watch TV all day . . . But I'm not going too:) Not anymore at least. I hardly check Facebook anymore. Although it looks like I post alot, I used to be on facebook for hours after work, catching up with friends. Not that that is not important anymore, I just need to take more time caring for my own "self" and Facebook in no way, shape or form can actively do that:)

This week I will implement another Sandpoint Seven, service. I have become aware of local organizations that are in need of a weekly helping hand. I have contacted a few individuals who have sent me paperwork to look over. I felt that in devoting free time I had to help out a cause that would better not only my community - but myself to, I should actively seek that out.

Another Sandpoint Seven guideline I've been trying my hardest to work into my schedule is weekly Family Home Evening. Usually this is with the Sandpoint Young Single Adults, and that has really been great. We do FHE on Sunday nights, and most young adults are off work and school on Sunday's. It is difficult to do them on Monday nights. Usually attendance goes down, and it's "thrown together". I look forward to FHE with the YSA. We are a strong group of people, and we are able to uplift each other through scripture, and spiritual thoughts. Following a lesson we play games, eat dinner and/or dessert and mingle until we've overstayed our welcome at a Stake Members home.

All these steps I've been taking to alter my weekly and daily routines have helped me have more energy, feel the spirit more, receive answers and blessings. I have so much to be grateful for:) My family has been a huge support for me this past few months. I love each and everyone of my brothers and sisters so much, and feel I don't express my appreciation towards them enough. Last night my sister commented on my Facebook with:

"I just called to say I love you! I just called to tell you that I care!....(I am singing to you)..."

What a sweet thought it was for her to think of me. Growing up I remember mom always calling my older siblings and leaving them voicemail recordings of that very song. It's a simple reminder that we don't always have to have a reason to call one another. I think I have that flaw. I can't remember the last time I called any brother of mine or their spouses to just say I love them, and I appreciate them. I really should do it more often. I'm more of a silent lover. But it's something I want to do better. Living at home with mom and dad is entertaining on Sunday nights. That is the night that most all of the kids call home:) The phone rings off the hook as each child takes their turn through the evening, putting their kids on the phone, talking about their past week, and then their upcoming week. Sometimes on Sunday night, I miss that...Living with mom and dad I had an excuse to talk to my brothers and sisters more. Primarily because I'd answer the phone:) I'm not complaining, I'm perfectly able to pick up the phone and call to say hello - just like they are, but our lives or so busy sometimes. I set a goal (just now) to make sure I don't only call my siblings when I need something... Because I don't only want to talk to them at that point in time, I want to talk to them all the time:) I don't have enough hours in the day to do everything I want to do. Maybe I should be more like Sulet Hiatt and get up at 4 am to do my running, so that I have enough minutes in everyday to get done all the things I see fit.

Well No pictures, once again on this post:) Just an update. I'm happy, I'm healthy (minus the occasionally head pains - but survivable) I'm doing good!

Hello, Mister Heartache - I've been expecting you.

I'll be okay:) Heavenly Father has a plan for me, and I'll seek his guidance in this. We shall see what time shall bring.

I'm a survivor, I'm going to make it!

Keep me in your prayers? Thanks!

Game Nights:)

Recently we've been able to get together as YSA and play games:) It's been so fun. I've noticed a pattern in the pictures though - apparently I get really intense, and really into it. haha - and Matt Bouse still always wins.

Me Planning my next Chess move.
(Note: I've never played Chess ever)

So fun, but i'm still losing!

Why do I look so serious all the time!