4 Days

Four more days until i'm reunited with 4 out of 6 of my favorite kids in the world.

Riding in a Winter Wonderland

Once upon a time, in the land of Provo, it finally snowed. 

And it snowed a lot. 

And it was beautiful.

My aunt Terilyn knows a guy who has the responsibility of keeping some horses in shape during the winter, so he takes people riding for free on the weekends. An awesome opportunity that just could not be passed up. My two horse-loving roommates Hallie and Christie joined me for the adventure on this snowy Saturday. 

Before we could get anywhere they took it upon themselves to get the six inches of snow off my car.

 So excited!!

Hallie and Christie are both long time horse lovers. They grew up with horses of their own and a serious passion for these large and in charge animals.

And then there's me. I did not grow up with horses. My experience amounts to one ride per year at girls camp. I wish I was a horse girl. I see horses in movies and read about them in books and learn about what wonderful and special animals they are and the great bonds that people form with them. So then I get all excited, but then I stand next to one and suddenly i'm overcome with hesitation and maybe some fear. They are just so big and I feel like they are going to bite my fingers off, or kick me, or fall on top of me (yeah especially that last one for some reason)... which is why I am shamelessly proud of myself for how I did yesterday. I rode a horse. In the snow. And we even trotted. On a horse. In the snow. Yep, me. I still wasn't 100% comfortable, especially considering the soreness that was quickly settling into my boo-tay, but I think that with continued exposure and practice, I could possibly eventually become a horse-lovin' kinda girl.

Cutest girl evaaaa.

Other cutest girl evaaaa. Plus she is amazing because EVERYTHING that comes out of her mouth is so hilarious and quote worthy.

The view.

 Love them.

 This was the perfect way to enjoy the freshly fallen snow. It was so picturesque, and this photo doesn't even come close to doing it justice.

Happy happy girls :)

 Riding in a winter wonderland.

I. LOVE. SNOW.

 ADORABLE.

This was such a great way to spend a saturday with my friends and awesome little cousins. 

I love the people in my life. 

And I love doing fun things.

And I love the snow.

And I love my life.

The Night Baker's Story

Hey y'all, I am doing something a bit different today, because i've got a friend who needs some help. 

Meet Camilla Kuhns:

See her story here.

And here.

And here.

Please watch these videos. And also, take a look at her blog: The Night Baker

Camilla is from my town back home, and I know her family. A while back I started following her blog and learning her story. Last month, Camilla was finally put into treatment that she desperately needs. The facility that she is in, Center For Change, is a wonderful place. I took a tour there last year for a project in my community health class, and I was able to learn all about what happens there to help girls young and old rediscover themselves and overcome their life-threatening eating disorders. This place helps people get better. It will help Camilla get better. Unfortunately, a place like this does not come cheap. Camilla and her family need help. She needs to stay there longer, and she needs more money to get the help that she needs. 

This is my plea on Camilla's behalf. If at all possible, donate what you can. She will put it to good use, and you will be helping someone get their life back. If not, she asks that you pray or share her blog (so easy, just do it!) or send good vibes and positive thoughts her way. I would love it if you would help me spread the word and share her story.

Thanks friends, you are the best! Have a fantastic weekend!

Election Day

Happy election day. Now, GO VOTE.

I will miss election season only because I will miss this:

click here for hilariousness

Ahhh heck, while we're at it we might as well really get some laughs in from dramatic movie bad lip readings. Enjoy :)

Twilight

Hunger Games

One Year Ago

This is the only picture I have from exactly one year ago today. How random is that?

... looks yummy though.