Superb Weekend

My weeks are long. I work so hard every day, fighting to get through. The daily minutiae that I so frequently get caught up in wears me out. The thing is, I have wonderful people that help me make unforgettable memories which makes it all worth it. I had a fantastic day yesterday. I decided I was going to make it a good day, so I did. I just had fun. Sitting outside with the beautiful colors of autumn all around me, the crisp fall air, and the sun shining on my face and hair. I love it. It was the perfect temperature, the perfect activity, the perfect day. 

Do you know what made my day even better? I got a front row spot at Walmart. That never happens, especially on a Friday night. I got a quiet buggy at Walmart. That really never happens at Walmart. I got to talk to my momma. I realized today healthy food is a lot cheaper than other food. Way to go, Megan. New diet! Then off to Ihop with one of my roommates, Hairspray, and a little fun. Seriously a great day! Today I drove up to a canyon I did not even know existed with a friend. I was terrified before I went thinking it would not go well, but it was fine. I now kind of know where I have to drive on Friday... It is going to be fun.

I also found some pictures of when I got to say goodbye to my cousin Aleah before she went on a mission. Becca and I got to spend some time with her before she left. I have been writing her. It is funny how much you miss someone when you know you won't see them again for eighteen months. I love these girls though. 

Then, I was feeling kind of sad, and I was wishing I could be at home to see my family. So, I read my text messages from my mom, dad, and little brother. I was instantly feeling better, and then I came across this picture. I seriously have the cutest dog ever. I cannot wait to see him and hold him and let him fall asleep in my arms while I watch a movie. 

Halloween

So, I will be the first one to admit I am not a huge fan of Halloween. I mean, I like candy... but the costumes, masks, haunted activities, and other creepy happenings make it altogether uncomfortable for me. This year was different. When I finally walked on to campus, I saw this guy. 

How can you not smile? Then, I went to class and my teacher was not dressed up like he said he would be. Now, I was rather disappointed until he took off his suit coat and started humming. What was he up to? Next thing I knew he was putting on a bright red sweater and singing the Mr. Rogers song. Oh my gosh yes!!! Day made. When class was over I went home to change into my costume. I put everything on but the tutu. So, I walked around campus with a Thor shirt and a pencil skirt all day. Things got crazier as my day went on. BYUSA, the volleyball event (which was an epic  failure), and watching "Psycho" with the old roomies and a couple of FHE brothers. I will say our costumes looked super cute, and I had fun seeing friends at the party. I just wish the party had gone the way we planned it. Athletics kind of ruined it when we handed it off to them. No big deal. I will get over it... Eventually. Psycho was not a scary movie, but it creeped me out if that makes sense. Not scary, creepy. :) Fun night even if it was Halloween. 

 

I am really excited to go home. My little brother and I used to always watch the Halloweentown movies on television every year, and he said he would save them for me. Am I going to be watching Halloween movies on my Christmas break? You betcha! Also, in honor of my costume I told him we have to add "Thor" to the list of movies we have to watch while I am home so now we have Halloweentown, Thor, The Hobbit, the new Batmans, and maybe the new James Bond if it is still in theaters along with all of the Christmas movies we adore. I cannot wait!

Crazy Weekend

This weekend has been wonderful, marvelous, exciting! Friday night consisted of making my tutu for Halloween and watching movies with Emilee and Kaitlyn. I seriously love being around them. When we finished our tutus we were all kind of hungry because none of us had eaten dinner. So, at 10:30 we went to The Chocolate and each got our own cazookie. The waiter did not think we could eat our own. You could see it on his face. Every time he passed us he would check on us to see how much we had eaten. Guess what? I ate ALL of mine. Emilee was a few bites away, and Kaitlyn ate about half. On like the second bite, I told Emilee we were probably going to regret it. That prophecy came true rather quickly when we were done. None of us felt great after. I went to sleep that night moaning and groaning. 

I went to sleep between two and three and had to get up early the next morning for my 5K. I was going to run it as fast as I could, but I did not feel well still. Also, Devon did not stretch so he was having a rough time. We walked most of the way. It was nice. When I got home I had to run to change out of my sweaty clothes (I know I walked, but I had so many layers on I still got hot) and actually do my hair. 

Then, I was running again to the evaluation retreat. We went to the Red Barn. I did not really want pictures taken of me, but that was not going to happen with Angela around and Eric encouraging her taking pictures of me. I feel like this retreat consisted of a lot of flirting. Eric would do things just to make me laugh (like all the time; I felt like that was his main goal at this retreat), he started calling me "Ma" because he said I am already like a mom with our team and in real life, he picks me up first, he drops me off last, he holds doors open for me, and he always makes sure I get inside before he drives away. I still had fun even with the confusion once again mounting up. It wasn't just him though., just so you know. When we got there we got some ice cream and looked around the little store they have in the barn. We then went on a hayride and went to the pumpkin patch. There was a giant slide we went on that was so much fun! Kennedy, Angela, and I made a train and went on it together. I loved it. Then, we went through a maze, and we played around on all of the things they had set up for us to play on and finally picked pumpkins. When we got back we went back to the store. When everyone was done shopping we went to a little sandwich place. I did not get anything because I still was not feeling great, but I was in good company. Not only was there a lot of flirting going on, but there was a lot of talk about the future. Well, not the future in general but mine and Eric's futures. I swear the world is out to get me. He talked about how he did not even know if things were going to work out between him and Maddie. Someone said that if things didn't work out then he probably wouldn't get married for another year. He said if he had worked with them for a while then it wouldn't be that long. Oh dear. The picture of him and me on the hayride with me looking away is me trying to not freak out. I am fine though. I am going on other dates, and I am not even spending time with him outside of BYUSA so I am doing so much better! When I got home I cleaned and got ready for bed even though it was only four or five. I spent the rest of the day just resting and watching movies. 

 Today I got up early for church because I just could not sleep last night. I wore one of my mom's old dresses, and I felt super cute and warm. There has been a lot going on so when we sang "Where Can I Turn for Peace?" in Relief Society, I got goose bumps and let relief flood through me. It has been a fun weekend.

                      

Fairy Tales, Winter, Choir, and Comedy

I have always longed for a fairy tale. Love at first sight, boys throwing rocks at your window, them sweeping you off your feet, and all of those other precious things that come with fairy tales make me smile inside and out. The thing about fairy tales, not every princess has this story. Belle had to live with a beast. Some princesses kiss frogs and others are cursed. I do not know what princess I am yet, but I do know this sudden change of events scares me. I have gotten so used to not being asked out on dates that now that I am being asked, guys walk me home, and some even come to my apartment just to say hi even though they live all the way across campus and beyond, I do not know what to do. The flirting, phone calls and dates scare me. My fairy tale is beginning. I am just going to have to figure out what kind of princess I am. I may not be willing to kiss a frog before I can have my prince. I guess without a little trouble, there would be no story. I will say I am a sucker for a boy in a sweater. So, this is my season.

On a completely different topic, you would think I would have a rough day when it snows. I woke up to a white blanket covering everything. The thing is, after making homemade pancakes, hot chocolate, and syrup and bundled up in as many layers as I could, I was a happy girl. I went to Honor Choir and had so much fun even though there is no way I will ever hit the high note in the song we are singing. I went to my Family Processes class after. You know you are in a good class when you watch Bill Crosby, Who's On First, and pieces of Star Wars and connect them to theories you are learning about. 

Tis the Season

I am in such a cheerful mood. I cannot stop smiling. I am one of those weird people that bursts out in a contagious smile as you walk by them. I know it may be a bit early, but I am in a Christmas mood. I have even been listening to Christmas music. That along with my Ke$ha and Taylor Swift makes a weird mix, but that is how I feel right now. I am so happy. Today I got up to go to class, opened the door, saw that it had snowed on the mountains and it was raining, and I promptly shut the door. My classes were optional today since I have so many tests coming up, and it is just not going to happen today. So, I studied, listened to Christmas music, made myself look decent, and bundled up. As the clouds come down the mountain and get closer and closer to me it makes me wonder what this winter is going to be like. Is this the winter everyone warned me about last year that we never had? Am I in for a load of trouble? I do not know. I do know that I am counting down the days until I can go home and see my family. I have a lot to do until then (I counted over thirty assignments and I have meetings, tests, and projects to do as well), but the time is coming. 

Weakness

I found this scripture earlier. "And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." 2 Corinthians 12:9 It made me realize that I do not always have to have to hold myself together. His strength is made perfect in my weakness. Because I am weak, He is there to help me. This kind of made my day. 

New Beginnings

It is amazing how quickly and drastically things can change within a couple of days. As I said in an earlier post, I hit rock bottom last week. It was rough, but I also pointed out the fact that it gave me a chance to start over. It is like when you are swimming. If you jump in, it is much easier for you to get back up to the surface if you hit the bottom and push yourself back up rather than a frantic reaches to get you up. Sometimes I forget. This week no one told me I looked tired. Not once. No one asked me if I was ok. They could tell I was. This week I was asked out on three dates. I signed up for the Lazy Man Iron Man as well as a 5K. I made dinners. I got enough sleep. I did my homework early. I left the BYUSA office right at five every day. I had adventures. My life did a complete three sixty. Do you know what I changed? I asked questions. I looked at the world with glittering eyes. I smiled. I found something to be thankful for each day. I promised myself to do whatever was best for me while making everyone happy at the same time. I am truly happy. I have to make a family flag for my family processes class. It has taken me a long time to think of what to do. My family is not one of those that hold hands and say "families are forever" after family prayer. I don't mind that at all. Anyways, I spent all week trying to think of a family motto. I am going with "Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining." I know it is a cliche saying, but it is true. My family has been through a lot, but with love, hard work, and perseverance we always make it through on top. They taught me the value of hard work. They taught me how important it is to keep trying. I love them, and I cannot wait to start this project. I think this idea came through the change that I have gone through the past couple weeks. People are once again fighting over me, I am going on dates!, and I know I will be able to make it through whatever comes my way with a little help.