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(HOT PANTS) This past weekend I went to the home state to have a good time. I saw the fam for a bit, but spent most of my time up with a friend who just got back from her mission in Tahiti. Nikki spent the last 18 months living the island life (along with some missionary work I'm sure) but it's good to have her back. I was lucky to share this weekend with some great people. Fun times, good laughs, and eternal memories...SIGH This did include us running out of gas (luckily near an EXIT) requiring us to get out and push the car to the closest gas station. This gas station didn't actually sell any gas, but they did drive Jeff over to the next closest gas station, therefore saving our lives. This gas station also was covered in teddy bears of all shapes and sizes. Lovely. Here is our boy band shot on the mountain we hiked up. One of the highlights of the trip included everything Stephen said. And his model shots (not included in this blog post but will be on FB shortly) We love...

Celine Dion is playing on the loudspeaker in the Cougareat, and while it should be inspiring thoughts of true love and harmony, all I can think about is my Cougs. More specifically Coach Anae, the offensive coordinator for the team. I've always felt a bond with Coach Anae. Maybe its his Hawaiian charm, or his ability to make me laugh at firesides (When I was at home in CO for May I drove 45 minutes on my dads birthday for a Mendenhall/Anae fireside-best decision I ever made). He is full of wit and skill, and as I sit here listening to Celine, I stare in his direction. He is eating only three tables away with one of his players, whom I can't identify because he is facing away, and I stare at Coach Anae. And when I say I stare, I STARE. I think we've made eye contact at least 20 times. I try to muster up the courage to go and take a picture with him, but then I realize our connection is much stronger than a simple photograph could capture. I think about how good of friends we...

These people rock my world.

I miss the Europe. I would like to go back. Soon.

I finish up my college education this August, spending the next two months taking my last two classes. When people ask what classes I have left to take, part of me shrivels back in shame as I reply "Bio 100". Usually the given response is a laugh, chuckle, or "I hated that class", which is exactly why I put off taking it. Don't get me wrong, I think the knowledge attained in science classes are beneficial, but they just aren't my favorite. And the horror stories I heard about the group projects (I don't really like group projects) put a bad taste in my mouth. But things have to happen, and I am about to enroll in this class I have avoided the last four years. Please, wish me luck.

Ok. So we all know that Utah County is known for its fine dining and cultural achievements, and I intend to keep things this way. My contribution: support the local feed by eating there. The Loaf: Sugar 'n Spice on BYU campus makes a scrumptious loaf that is known to brighten your day. This loaf is the perfect size and you can buy honey butter to accompany this delightful bread. It has inspired many a good conversations and the weekly ritual known as "Loaf Day", which has recently spread worldwide including to Venice, Paris, Denver, and Vienna. Although there is nothing quite like the original. Thanks Cougareat! Next up: BETO's. Also known as Rancherito's, although I will never refer to it as this name. Beto's gives comfort to Provo-ites. It has brought joy into my life multiple times and has created many memories. Sometimes it creates other things, but we won't talk about that. This is me at Beto's with Aaron and Reed, they don't believe in blogg...

Ok. So there is this guy. His name is Bonnie Prince Billy. He sings and is amazing. I just love him. check him out if you can. you won't be disappointed. thanks to brian for introducing me to his love.

so i've started haiku-ing. a lot. i feel i best express myself in three lines. here is a sampling of haikus i wrote at work today. i was really feeling the vibe. each was written with something different in mind. DANCE Radiohead. Bjork. Missy. Mike Jones. Eminem. We like to rock. Hard. ROULETTE gambling like we do makes life fun. but i lose most, yes, at everything BOO BOO Shake and Bake, Magic Man and El Diablo; That's Us. Now you see me. SAYINGS done and done. no more bets. deal. what are you doing? yo. i'm just chillin. CHAPSTICK Applebees, half price. Friends who make me laugh (and cry) A night in the park. BRG My name is Cindy Please answer a few questions. No? Please? hang up. click. i'll stop now. i hope you like them.

its rachel's bday today. she is wicked cool. so i wrote a haiku in her honor. Momma Elk Girl who likes to cook She rocks crafts and has good hair I say you's da ho END