Thankful January

What are you thankful for?
{2014}

**Good music
**Saturdays
**Netflix
**Greg
**Early morning church

Photos: Water bottle leaked in my purse. #sadday also, work blocked all the important sites, like instagram. #whycruelworld

Fave Smells

List five of your favorite scents
{2014}

1 - Freshly washed hair (at a salon)
2 - Markers
3 - Chocolate
4 - Cookies baking
5 - Certain Lotions

Photo: Visited the competition today. All I can say is their chairs are way cooler than ours. I want them for my house!

One More Hour

If you had an extra hour of free time each day, how would you spend it?
{2014}

I would totally sit down and write down a list of things that I want to get done with my other 24 hours. Because I can't do that during my 24 hours because I'm doing other stuff. Yeah, my life makes no sense!

Photo: Wi-Fi at work means Netflix at lunch #heckyes

Look Around

Look around you right now. What do you see?
{2014}

I see my co-workers
Computer
Pictures
Money
Checks
Keys
Etc.
Etc.

Photo: Today was the kind of day where you had time to delete 2000+ emails at work, discuss the battle at Gettysburg, quiz your know-it-all coworker on said battle, then come home and binge watch New Girl and binge eat M&M's. Bring on tomorrow!

Grocery Costs

How much did you spend at the grocery store the last time you went?

{2014}

We spent $33.96 at Smith's, which isn't too bad. It's when we shop at Sam's Club ten times a month when we end up spending too much.

Photo: #hashtagthis

 

3 this Week

List three things you enjoyed doing this week.
{2014}

-- Wow...it's been a boring week. Nothing really stands out!

Staying up late looking at Pinterest is always fun.
Watching movies with Greg.
Work

Photo:  Greg had already violated rules 1-3 and will probably break rule #4 as well. #thisiswhywecanthavenicethings #jk... we have to eat breakfast and lunch, even though he cheated and had cafe Rio while I suffered through yet another PB&J. #foodsucks

Artists I Love

List your five favorite musicians/groups/artists.

{2013} :: {2014}

One Direction (always & forever #1)
Ed Sheeran
Boyce Avenue
Imagine Dragons
Jasmine Thompson (I'm really digging acoustic & covers lately)

Photo: Decided to do this today. Don't judge the meals I planned. I struggle trying to come up with new things, so I kept it simple with the basics that we typically eat....I still really struggled with it. Lol. #beingagrownupsucks

Looking For in Life

What are you looking for from life?

{2013} :: {2014}

I would like to find happiness in everyday. Life is a gift. We need to do our part to enjoy it.

Feelings of the Day

Today I am feeling…

{2013} :: {2014}

Fine. Tired. Bored. Overwhelmed. Happy. All of the above.

Photo: Was reading some money saving tips, and one said to shop at Wal-Mart. Since we've STOPPED shopping at Wal-Mart, we have definitely saved money. You have to buy everything at Wal-Mart, whereas at Smith's, you only buy the necessities, plus whatever else the husband wants! Sam's Club on the other hand....we need to cut those trips down to once a month...#shopping #spendingmoney

 

24 to Live

If you were given 24 hours to live, what would you do?

{2013} :: {2014}

I would binge shop, and by things that I would never really buy in real life. I would also pig out on all the foods that I love, and possibly egg or toilet paper someone's house.

Photo: It was a beautiful sunset this morning. And yes I said sunset. #cuzimcoollikethat

Places to Visit

List three places you’d like to visit this year.

{2013} :: {2014}

1:: Hawaii
2:: Canada
3:: England

Photo:  New Girl, M&Ms, and my pinky. #typicalwednesdaynight

To the Movies

What was the last movie you saw in a movie theater?

{2013} :: {2014}

We went to see Mockingjay Part I, and I absolutely loved it! Greg, not so much, but for reals, I was quite impressed. Not what I expected, but it really was great.

Photo: The house I'm going to buy is right there through the trees. We drove by it on Saturday and I told Greg I wanted to buy it, then I looked it up online and now I for sure want to buy it. Now to convince Greg.....#buymeahouse!

Embarrass Me

What was the last embarrassing thing that happened to you?

{2013} :: {2014}

To be completely honest, I can't think of what it would be. Maybe when I flew back from Arizona, and my mom was driving me in the wheelchair like a madwoman! That was a bit embarrassing when we about took at two other people at the airport. Ha!

Photo: Just reading through the "rules" of our trailer park. So funnily ridiculous. Also just watched the last episode of one of the Dexter seasons, and I'm quite disturbed by it. Even more so than the rest of the disturbing episodes...#dexter

Communicate

What would you like to improve most about your relationships?

{2013} :: {2014}

Third year in a row...I must be sucking at this area still, but going to go with communication again. I need to improve my communication within my personal life (Greg, family, friends) as well as professionally. To be able to speak my mind, and get across the things I'm trying to say in an appropriate and non-demeaning manner would be great. I think I'm doing better, but still lots to improve on!

Photo:  Totally took a nap. First time in a long time. It was awesome, and so is my hair. Also, had an overwhelming want/need to play the piano today. I haven't tried in over a year.I know I can't reach an octave, and my finger tips hurt. But I think I'm going to clean off my piano and see what I can do. I used to be pretty good. Not to brag or anything. ;) My sister @mckenziedygert03 and brother @kennan_thompson5 are way better anyway. I think i was better than@bsdavis04, Kandyce, and Brady though, so now they have that advantage.... (jk. We are all decently talented.) I just wanted to feel better about myself! 😉

On This Day

What did you do today?

{2013} :: {2014}

We really didn't do much. I designed on my computer for the first 6 hours or so of being away. Had breakfast in between there sometime, then we went to get gas for the car, Hastings, Deseret Book, Sam's Club, then home to watch a movie and eat dinner. I love Saturdays! Way better than days I have to work.

Photo:  The sun.... It burns! This is why I stay inside.....lol

In Love

Who are you in love with?

{2013} :: {2014}

Hmmm.....Can't think of any crushes at the moment. Maybe Bellame from the 100? Of course, I'm in love with Greg. You know, my husband. That's about it!

Photo: I'm kinda really missing my grandma. Maybe it's because I'm thinking about the gift I'm going to make her, and how I should have done it years ago and how I hope that I can get it all together the way that I want. If you could ask your grandma or grandpa ANY questions, what would they be? (Besides the typical... where did you grow up? Etc. Etc.) #grandma #ishouldgotobed

Call Me Maybe?

Who last called you on the phone?

{2013} :: {2014}

The last person who called me on my cell was Respiratory at the hospital, changing my appointment for the second time that day. I really don't care. It's just the Pulmonary Function Test. I don't even know if I'll be able to do it, so I'm not too rushed about it.

Photo:  Glitter in real life is gross, but on the computer, it's totes fun!

Get Done

What did you get done?

{2013} :: {2014}

** Work
** Exercises
** That's about it.

Photo: We think they cancelled and didn't tell us. I'm beyond annoyed. #annoyed #maypunchsomeoneintheface #wanttocry

For Dinner

What did you have for dinner today?

{2014}

 

We had tacos for dinner. Taco Tuesday happened, yo!

Photo: When members bring in lunch for a coworker that is already at lunch... #score!

Surrounds

Describe what your surroundings are right now.
{2013} :: {2014}

The DirecTV is out due to a snowstorm, so I'm just chillin at my computer, while Greg is playing XBox. Super comfty, cozy for sure!

Photo: Rather enjoyed this crab dip I made. #yumyum

Improve

What five traits do you want to improve about yourself this year?
{2013} :: {2014}

* Happier
* Do More
* Better time management
* Patient
* Better example (spiritually)

Photo: A beautifully gloomy day!

 

Today I Went...

Where did you go today?
{2013} : {2014}

We stayed at home most of the day, but when we did go out, we hit up Hastings, then got dinner at Cafe Rio. I love Saturdays!

Photo: Baby girl came and visited me today. Look how big she is getting! Chunky little Myka Jade.
 

Community

List three things you love about your community...
{2013} :: {2014}

1. Very little traffic
2. Neighbors look out for each other
3. No loud music or honking at 3 in the A.M.

Photo: Good morning! Foggy day today.

 

Working Hard, or Hardly Working?

What is your favorite way to waste time at work without getting caught?

{2013} :: {2014} 

Planning and carrying out "pranks". Like how I may have spent all of yesterday morning getting my prank for Caleb ready. It's the third time I've done something like that, and I love that I can do it. It makes time pass fast, and gives us all a good laugh.

Photo: Today would have been a good, "go back to bed" day instead of, "please come in to work early" day. At least I get my hair done today, as I'm quite close to chopping it myself. #thisgirlneedstosleep

Curently, At this Moment

{2013} :: {2014}

** Loving New Girl. May have watched like 6 episodes tonight.
** Dead, flipping tired.
** Mild Headache
** Not wanting to shower
** Or brush my hair
** Or my teeth
** Wondering what I can do to get out of work tomorrow...

Photo: Definitely one of my best works to date! Wait for it.....#heygirl #ryangosling? #taylorswift #packers

Laughing

What made you laugh today?
{2013} :: {2014}

Caleb and I have a bit of a rivalry going this week, as the Cowboys and the Packers play on Sunday. I got him pretty good yesterday by posting a bunch of Cowboys stuff around his computer. He got me back by emailing me Cowboy memes. It was funny because when I came back from lunch he told me that I should check my email. I told him I was good, and that I didn't need to. He kept pushing me to do it, to which I ignored him. He was getting mad at me, so I finally gave in and looked. It was pretty funny. I'm grateful I have co-workers I can jokes around with.

Photo: Finished Psych for the second time... even though the last season is apparently coming to Netflix this week! So I'm starting a new series. #newgirl I think #gossipgirl is next....

Drinks

When you go out with friends, what kind(s) of drink(s) do you usually order?

{2014}

Same as last year, I really don't go out with friends. But if I'm forced to ever order a drink, it's usually Dr. Pepper or 7-up/Sprite, though I prefer 7-up over Sprite...in case you wondered.

Photo: #truth I'm glad we can give each other crap about anything. It's going to be a fun rivalry this week.

 

3 Things That Annoy

What are three things that rub you the wrong way?
{2013} :: {2014}

1) People who complain all the time. Yes, I realize that I was once that way, and if you talk with my co-workers they will tell you I still am (I'm not, I just have to keep up that image...I am the Corporate Whiner!) But when all I see is complaining about every little thing on facebook or wherever. I just don't have a whole lot of sympathy. Sorry. Life isn't that bad, and trust me, could be a heck of a lot worse. Like you could suddenly not be able to care entirely for yourself.....

2) When people are condescending. Example: A member came in the other day and loudly said, "Your ATM is old." Donna replied with, "Our ATM is actually new," to which the gentleman, in his condescending tone says, "It doesn't take deposits." I get annoyed with people like that so I said, and probably not real nicely, "Yes it does!" "Only with an envelope. The ones downtown just take the cash in." He was so condescending, and made it seem like our technology was total crap, even though in reality, it would take about 2 seconds more to put the money in an envelope. #firstworldproblems

3) When you greet someone and they ignore you. (Can you tell I'm SOOOO ready to go back to work tomorrow!) Or they sit and chat on their phone and expect you to read their mind and know what they're wanting. Be polite. If someone says hi, how are you? Just say Hey back. Please! Also, don't answer your phone while you're being helped.

Photo: Having church at 9:00 in the morning is so great! We also took our tree down finally. Is nice to not have to squeeze between the tree and TV stand. #becauseyoucare

Website Faves

My Favorite Website Is...
{2013} :: {2014}

I'm quite obsessed with Etsy and Pinterest lately. I stay up way too late looking for cool things on both sites. It's terrible, because then I can't sleep because I'm thinking of all the awesome stuff that I could be making or doing.

My other favorite is, of course, Instagram. If you don't follow me, be grateful. I post some pretty lame things!

Photo: Wore one of my new @livandhope shirts. It got me and my co-worker talking all about adoption and having kids and all that fun stuff. Knowing where funds from this shirt is going makes me LOVE it all that much more. Also, why do I suck so bad at taking mirror selfies? I mean I get that my hands are lame, but I just can't seem to do it! #adoption #newclothes #isuckatselfies

2015 Goals

What are your goals for this year?
{2013} :: {2014}

• Simplify my life
• Organize my life (may need to come before simplify)
• Listen to promptings (MUST IMPROVE)
• Work on my 28 by 29 goals 
• Be happy 99% of the time (and just SLIGHTY unhappy that other 1%)
• Try new things
• Take more meaningful pictures
• Blog more
• Journal more
• Put my ideas on paper so I can do 1 & 2
• Buy a house
• Adopt a kitten

Photo: #samsclub. .. go in for a $20 item, come out spending $100. 
"Do you want this $11maple  syrup?" 
"Do we need it?" 
Puts in cart. 
"I don't know why you ask me, if you want it you'll get it anyway." 
"Not if you said, No Greg, I will kill you if you get that."
Pause.... 
"No, you'd still get it."
Walk past a bag of coconut flour. 
"Do you want that?" 
"No" 
"See, that's all you had to say."  
#lol #shoppingconvoswithgreg

Fave 2014 Memory

What is your favorite memory from last year?
{2013} :: {2014}

 

I can't just choose one, so here are the top highlights:

One Direction concert!!!
Speaking at Homecoming
10 Year Class Reunion
Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma
Birth of 2 nieces: Breklin & Myka
2 nieces baptized: Lilli & Nori

If I had to choose ONE, I'd have to say the 1D concert AND the  Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma 5K. So much love and support from family and friends.

I am blessed!

Photo: Holy long lines at Wal-Mart. I've never seen carts so full of stuff. #greatwaytospendthenewyear