It seems common place these days to get to Friday and have nothing earth shattering to blog about. Sure I could devote a post to the incredible athletic spectacle I witnessed last night, but I don't feel obliged to tout TCU for losing the game to allow the Utes to win (although, the entertainment and joy of the win was exhilarating). But I bring to you the random happenings and thoughts of this rather crazy week.
* Tuesday I didn't get the chance to exercise my right to vote. I feel really bad about this because I feel it is a right that many have fought and died for. As Election Day came, I felt a huge sense of patriotism and love for our country, we are so lucky to live in a land with so many rights and freedoms. I don't follow politics much, but wasn't really impressed with either presidential candidate so my opinion of who won wasn't strong either way. I watched as we as a nation elected the first black president, and although I may not have been his biggest fan, I thought of the progress this act represents. Our country has moved from enslaving blacks to electing one as our president. It provided hope that change for the good does happen in our country. I stand with Jamie that I hope to fully stand behind our new President and support him. The only other political thing I followed was Prop 8 in California. The passing of this gave me hope again in our country, that we still have people who believe and stand up for what is right (I am done with my political soap box now).
* The uplifting part of Tuesday was watching the Relief Society broadcast with my family. Pres. Uchtdorf gave the most uplifting talk called "Happiness, Your Heritage." It was one of those talks that was just want I needed to hear. He spoke of our feelings of inadequacy and along the lines of feelings our divinity. I have been actively working on increasing my self-confidence and this talk is just what I needed to help me in my efforts. The Gospel is true and so amazing. The Lord shows his love for me day after day in so many ways, seeking out and realizing that gives me so much to be thankful for.
* I am done with wanting to grow up. With graduation rapidly approaching and talk of moving out and such, I am just done! I don't want to think about finding a "real" job, my own place, a husband, having kids, etc. I just want to stay in my current stage of life forever. Life is pretty good right now and Trent and Amy wouldn't mind a basement dweller forever right?
* Last night Steve and I got into an in depth conversation about the development of babies, mostly during pregnancy and shortly after being born (weird, I know). But it made me realize how much I love my major and everything I have learned. My education coupled with the knowledge of the Gospel puts me in awe at the divinity of having a baby.
* This post rapidly became very wordy and long.
* Only 3 more hours and my weekend starts and I don't have to come back to work until next Thursday. St. George here I come!
* I have learned of a couple of people that stalk my blog and I love it! I don't know why, but I love when people enjoy looking at my blog. It isn't always interesting (like today) but I like that I have "readers." Thank you to all of you who read my blog, I love it!
* Winter is here and I am so excited for the holiday season. I need to work on getting into a workout routine so I won't feel as bad gorging myself of the goodness of holiday food.
That's all.
11 comments:
I have told you that there is NO need for you to grow up and move out!!! You have really ruined my 5 year plan.
And you and Steve talking babies? Shouldn't marriage come first?
Why are you randomly busting out the spanish? Rare things from my week? Did Raul put you up to this? And how did you find out about your blog stalkers? I always wonder who is out there lurking. I hope no one creepy.
I loved Tues. night as well. It was about time we watched the dang broadcast. I even love the title of Pres. Uchtdorf's talk. To me, it means that we are meant to be happy.
Can't wait for SG. Woohoo!
I'm glad your coming to St. George, we LOVE you down here! It's about freaking time I see you! Thanks for the update, you are wonderful!
CONFESSSION: I blog stalk you. I find that the things you write about are so intersting and creative and I love that your posts are so different then everyone elses. Everyone posts about their kids, (not that I don't love that too) so I think you come up with more creative subjects to write about.
I, too marvel at the miracles of babies---how they know at what age to do things and stop growing at a certain age. Love reading your thoughts.
Oh the pains of growing up. I have to say that I've learned it's both hard and really, really great. There are so many opportunities ahead of us!
When do you leave for St. George?
What is with our family bagging on the Utes - claiming that TCU gave the game to Utah? Utah played a great game against a great team. They kept themselves in a position to win all night, then the came through when they had to. TCU's defense is #2 in the country. What do we expect? That the Utes' offense will move the ball at will against such a defense? The offense protected the ball and won the field position battle by not committing penalties. And Utah's defense... absolutely awesome!
I am happy to be counted as one of the stalkers of your blog. (I *am* still one, aren't I?)
That was a great game last night, huh? Since the Broncos/Browns (NFL) game wasn't televised, I was hooked!
Well if Taylor hasn't spilt the beans then I guess I will....Yes Jill Jensen, I blog stalk you.
I must also confess I stalk your blog! Brooke has me stalking all of the Jensen's blogs now. I feel like I know you all so well and we have never met, blame Brooke.
I might as well come out of the wood work. I too stalk your blog and thoroughly enjoy it! I have told you this already though so I hope it doesn't creep you out. :) Love your list by the way!
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