Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Monday, December 5, 2011

Just Keep Swimming, Swimming, Swimming.......

I have had an extreme homework overload today. I did I think 7-8 hours minimum. I am lucky I didn't lose my mind. I just sat on my bed and typed away for hours. I did feel a bit sick though so I got up and called Cole. That me so happy. I just love him to death, and I realized it is going to be an adjustment not being able to text or call him. He has been like a brother to me for the last few years. Sometimes growing up is weird. Enough said.

Mr. Groom died today and it is hard to comprehend. He has been Dad's good friend for a long, long time. I was able to have a good talk with him about it. I love my Dad. We don't see eye-to-eye a lot ( we are both too stubborn and thin we-re right 99% of the time) but I do really love him. Losing a friend is rough.

I have had an good change of heart motivation-wise lately. I have been reading conference talks and getting crafty. Life's good you know?

Well this is short, but I'm glad I wrote. Love Always, Ri

Friday, December 2, 2011

Dreaming of a White, White Christmas!

I flipping love Christmas. Let's face the facts here......its just plain great. I just got back from a Christmas party and I got all in the spirit of the season. I drank cider, made a gingerbread house, decorated a sugar cookie, wore a sweater, and stood under mistletoe by myself. Ha. It was a fun party, and for the first time I can almost believe that it is the holiday season. It is hard when the sun is shining and there are palm trees everywhere. Rough life, I know.

 I cannot wait to go home. I miss everyone you know? Don't get me wrong, I am in love with my situation here. Love the roomies, love love love my ward, bishop, institute teacher, apartment, etc. I just couldn't imagine spending the holidays without my family. I have so much to tell my mom, sisters, Logan, Paige, everyone. I am excited to fly again also. Flying makes me feel adventurous, and I love a good adventure. There are so many people I want to see, so we'll see if I get to see them all.

Who cares about presents? I can't wait to put n my footies and snuggle up with the fam and watch Home Alone, Jingle All the Way, and A Christmas Story and laugh and drink hot chocolate. I can't wait to hear my grandma say "Oh my gad!" when she gets stressed out about holiday cooking. I can't wait to hear Uncle Brett's weird comments. I love family. I'm glad they're stuck with me forever.

Here's a Christmas song to sign off.
Peace out, Ri