Heart Wrenching

Tonight I watched the movie, "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." It was very well made but it was extremely sad. My heart literally broke for both boys and their families. I am so grateful that I was not born in that time because I don't think that I would be able to handle a situation like a concentration camp. Unfortunately, horrible events like this happened and have continued to happen since. Perhaps not on the large scale as the Holocaust, but hatred runs deep. It opened my eyes to the tender hearts of children, if only I could be that great of a friend and have an open heart to all people no matter their station in life. If you have not watched the movie, I would recommend it because it opened my eyes to many things and reminded me how blessed I really am.

Quack!

I was subbing for an elementary school recently and there was a school assembly. My class did surprisingly well by being quiet and sitting on their 'pockets' (as we call them). While the speaker was talking it was extremely quiet and then randomly this kid impulsively yells 'Quack' just like a duck! There was a moment of silence so everyone could register what the heck just happened and then I couldn't control my laughter. I had to giggle like a school girl. . . very fitting considering the circumstances. Oh the random things that happen in the life of a substitute!

Love is in the air

Yesterday Jessica and Clarke got married. Jessie looked so beautiful and happy! It was truly a wonderful thing to see. Here are some pictures from the reception and outside the temple.

It's Christmas time

This Christmas I was planning to go up to Washington but the weather was unsafe to travel in. I made it up to Layton and decided to turn back because I-84 was closed and I wasn't able to control my car. To say the least I was pretty sad and disappointed. Luckily, I have amazing friends. Jessica let me spend Christmas Eve with her family. It was awesome to be able to see the workings of her family and see the joyful interactions. It was an emotional experience because I wasn't able to see my family and got to see an awesome family. On Christmas, I made myself dinner that consisted of pork chops, candied yams, salad, orange slices, a roll, and last and certainly not least Dr. Pepper!

This was my Christmas present from my parents. Totally rocked my socks off! Oh I also got an iPod, so it is official I am a cool kid.

Stinkin Utah

In Utah there is this thing called the Safety and Emissions test that you have to put your car through before they will register it. Today, I went to the auto shop where I can get the tests done for $34.00. I leave my car there and then go shopping at Walmart. When I return I can tell by the expression on the mans face that my car didn't pass the test. You know what the problems were? I have a crack in my windshield that is more than 6 inches away from the edge of the window. Then my muffler is too loud. Then one of the little tiny lights on the front side of my car doesn't work. Also my bumper is sticking out one inch and its another reason it didn't pass. The reason being if some stupid person walked by my car and accidently got less than an inch from my bumper and scraped themselves that would be bad for the safety of the state. Worst of all, I don't have a horn. You have to have a freaking horn to pass the safety test! GAY!!! I don't mean that in the 'happy' connotation but the slang version! As you can see I have a tiny delema, I have no money, soon to be expired car registration, no safe or emission free car. I am screwed and ticked off. I have four options. One fix the horn, exhaust, bumper, windshield, and light which will cost me around $300. Two, find a newer car to purchase with the non existent money I have. Three, ride my bike to work. Four, become a hermit and stop working and driving. I think I am voting for option four. What do you think?

Job Hunting...

Okay, so I moved to Salt Lake City at the beginning of October. Clearly, I have been on the hunt... for a job, although a man wouldn't be too bad either. I went to the LDS Employment Services and unfortunately they weren't much help. They told me to 1) Network 2)Use the Internet 3) Use Employment Agencies and there was another one but I can't remember it. I went to an employment agency and they helped me get one job interview which didn't work out and I haven't heard from them since. I have been using the Internet but these companies receive so many resumes and applications that the likelihood that mine will be seen is slim to none.

TO SAY THE LEAST I AM FRUSTRATED!!!!

The next step in my plan is to open up the phone book and start stalking companies by calling them to see if they are hiring. First, I have to get the courage to actually call them up! Guess what?!? I can't even get hired as a tell at Wells Fargo or Zions!! I mean I DON'T have a Bachelors Degree or anything. All I have to say is that I am fed up. After all this complaining, I do in fact have some good news. I have a job interview on Monday! Hip hip horrah! I also have been substituting at schools in the Granite School District which I actually enjoy! I am sure that something will turn out and have put my move up to SLC and all it entails up to the Lord. I keep reminding myself to have FAITH!

Time to Move Again

Recently, I have been living in Mesa Arizona and have loved it. I was able to meet some great people and have fun with them. Early this week I moved up to Utah to find a job so I can actually be called a grown up. So far I haven't had any luck with the job hunt. I am hopeful that something will come up but with the economy as such it is it will be difficult. I am looking into substitute teaching or possibly working at UPS for awhile until I find something that fits my idea of a real life job. If anyone has any ideas let me know!