Contemplations

So here I am, sitting at my computer and listening to my iPod (which I'm just learning how to use). I don't really have anything important to say, but I felt like blogging. Don't you ever just feel that way?

I had the opportunity to go to the Draper Temple Open House last night and I loved it! I really like the colors and am just amazed at the beauty of it! I attended with my Mom and my sisters Kerry and Amy. Despite how cold it was outside, the trip was worth it. I am going to try to make a goal to attend the temple more often. I've been a slacker lately.

Work has been exhausting. It's the weirdest thing, but since the new semester started two weeks ago, I have been coming home ready to drop. I don't have to take any more extra classes because I finished my endorsement, but I feel more worn out than when I did take the classes. Any ideas how to cure this exhaustion (besides going to bed earlier)? Also, I am looking for some ideas on how to teach Europe (even though I'm smack dab in the middle of it right now). Feel free to make a comment on my blog or email me with any suggestions!

So anyone have anything exciting to share? Jaqui, are you still out there somewhere? I haven't heard from you for awhile. Wow, I will try to come up with more interesting things to say. I promise! Maybe even tonight!

In Memoriam

As many of you know, I have been without my computer for several weeks. During that time (which mostly took place during Christmas Break), my grandma, Marie Blacker Green passed away. She had been very ill with various painful conditions for the last several months. In the end, she was in so much pain that it was actually a blessing for her to leave her Earthly life and end her suffering.

I will miss her very much. She was always the kindest person and, as was stated at her funeral, even though she was in so much pain, she always wanted to know what she could do for someone else. I never once heard her complain her whole life. She was a great cook and I remember her making cookies and rolls whenever I'd come to visit. I can't imagine she would have any enemies because she had such a kind heart. She was the epitome of Christlike love in my eyes and I can only hope I can be just like her.

I LOVE YOU GRANDMA!

Grandpa, Aunt Donna, Me, Grandma 1977

Here is the obituary that ran in the Burley/Twin Falls area newspaper (it may be hard to read):

I'm Back!

Short message, but sweet. My computer is all better now!!! I can blog again!

Without My Computer

For those who are wondering what has been happening to me recently, I have not blogged because I am without my computer and I am DYING! I make almost daily trips to my Mom's house where I can either use her computer or my sister, Kerry's computer. The day after I got my car back, my computer wouldn't boot up when I returned from work. Long story short, my hard drive is on its way to Texas (it should actually be there by now) and hopefully within a week or two, I should have a new one sent back to me so I can become technology proficient again. I will give a full update when I am back in full capacity!

Car Update

After a day of agonizing over my car, I am proud and extremely happy to say that I have my car back. I am so appreciative of all those who helped me through my time of trial- especially Debi Moosman who came and got me at 6:00 a.m. to take me to work. Can I just say how much I love this ward and the wonderful friends I have?! I feel so emotional right now. I hope my worries will now dissipate. LOVE YOU ALL!!!

Help in Time of Trouble

I HAVE THE BEST WARD EVER! Today, I got in my car and drove to Church just like I do on any given Sunday. When Church was over, my car wouldn't start. I tried a few times and nothing. I could turn the key part way and it would give me the "ding" sounds that tell me my seatbelt isn't on. When I tried to push in the clutch and brake to actually get the car started, nothing. I started walking back into the Church when I ran into Brother Tandiman who came to look under the hood. Within 5 minutes, the Moosmans and Mehrs pull up and try to jump start my car. When that didn't work, they push started it.

The Moosmans followed me to Auto Zone (thank goodness they just barely built one by us) where they tested my battery and alternator, but found it to be okay. After we dropped off her husband at home so he could go home teaching, Debi followed me all the way to my dealership in Sandy where we couldn't get in because everything was chained up. We were thinking we could just leave my car there and put my key in a drop box, but I guess not.

To make a long story shorter, Debi had me follow her to her brother-in-law's house where he could take it to work tomorrow to find out what is wrong with it. Debi is also coming to pick me up at 6:00 a.m. tomorrow so I can get to work. My heart is so full of love for my wonderful neighbors. I feel like I give them so little and they give me so much in return. I feel awful that people are having to move around their schedules to help me, but I hope they know that by being there for me, they have touched my heart and shown me what it is to be Christlike. Because of their example, I want to become a better member of the Church.

I will update my situation tomorrow. Hopefully things will be on track and my car will be back in my possession. Thank you everyone who has ever shown kindness to me. I will never forget it.

Background Change

Okay, so I've changed my background once again to what I'd like to think is prettier. I'm still not liking the post title color I have chosen though, but I can't find one that seems to fit the blue text. And I like the blue text. Please send me suggestions on a better color. It's driving me crazy!

Also, does anyone remember how to change the color of my playlist box at the bottom. I don't think this purple color works.