Inspired.

"Every morning I still wake up and the first thing I want to do is to see your face."

I finally saw P.S. I Love You and it quickly made my list of favorites.

I literally bawled through out the entire movie.

It may seem really tacky or cheesy to say but this film really moved me and made me think about life in a very different way.

I think it might have actually changed my life.

Whoa.

It made me realize you have to grasp all of the good things in your life.

It made me realize that you can't let life pass me by.

At the moment, I feel my life is passing me by.

Is it strange that a chick flick made me realize that?

Either way, it did and I am glad for that.

Now I am brainstorming some big changes for my future.

Stay tuned...

Rhythmic.

Cinema Italiano!

If you love and appreciate musicals, go see NINE.

I walked out of the theatre a little confused but the more I thought about the movie it really grew on me.

Cute.

I LOVE these.

Of course they were taken by the lovely Peggy Sirota.

Merry [Part 3 of 3]

I hope all of you had a wonderful Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa.

Mine was really really great. I got to see my brothers for more than a half hour, the gifts I gave were a hit, and the food was excellent!

Happy Holidays

and have a Happy New Year!

Torn.

I can't decide between them.

I guess I will just have to love them both.

:)

(Pee Ess - I realize that some of you are rolling your eyes as you read this post but I don't care.)

Happy Holidays!

Satisfied.

Here is a continuation of my Merry [Part 2 of 3] blog post...

This is me.

Yearning.

for someone to take my breath away,

and never give it back.

Merry [Part 2 of 3]

These are my siblings.

I love them.

I decided to use my 'talent' and create gifts for my parents instead of buy them, since I am a poor college student.

And this is how they turned out.

I am very pleased.

I have yet to photograph myself. I have been procrastinating on that task because I am WAY more comfortable behind the camera rather than in front of it.

Anyways...

I can't sleep. I have the weirdest sleeping patterns when I don't have any classes to go to.

I seriously can't believe how lazy I have been lately.

And all I seem to want to do in eat.

Ugh :/

I am really trying to tame that beast but it much easier said than done.

I am really trying to be more active but it is never enough.

I am out of shape.

It kinda bums be out sometimes but I am still so over joyed that I am home and it is Christmas.

So it evens out.

:)

I am going to attempt to go to sleep.

Stay tuned, even more pictures to come

Ta ta for now.

Pee Ess - What do you think about California State University - Northridge?

Merry [Part 1 of 3]

My first semester of college is over.

I am home now and I can't explain how happy that makes me feel.

Today we went down to Sherburn, MN to have our Christmas with Bret's mom. It was nice to see everybody especially my big brothers.

To my surprise I got a new mouse for my Macbook!

I have been wanting one for a while now.

:)

I think I am getting into the Christmas spirit more, but I am still not 100% like I usually am during this time of the year.

Maybe college is transforming me into a scrooge.

Great.

Stay tuned, pictures will be posted soon.

To Kyle:

This is for you my friend :)

Miss you

Pee Ess - I still haven't seen Factory Girl. That better be on our movie list.

Gutsy.

Basic Drawing I

Final Project

(slightly different angle, but you get the jist)

(the back of a plaster head wrapped in fabric)

Yep.

I drew that.

Trust me, I am just as shocked as you are.

I am so incredibly proud of myself with this one.

I don't really know how it turned out so well but I am glad it did.

Here's the finished product:

Worn Out.

finals...[sigh]

Tranquil.

Call me irresponsible

Yes I'm unreliable

But it's undeniably true

I'm irresponsibly mad for you.

Ecstatic.

This is my friend Molly.

I can't wait to see her.

X-mas can't come soon enough.

(Ignore my nastiness in this photo)

Clever.

I couldn't wait post blog about this, so the picture is not even edited.

Brade's sister, Awna, cooked up this awesome plan to surprise Hannah and Brade. I was really glad to be apart of it. It was super cold out so we didn't get a lot of shots today (plus my brain was fried from math so it was hard to find inspiration) But I did get a few good shots. We are going to take some more head shots indoors really soon so stayed tuned!

Wishful.

I am so excited for Chirstmas! A little over 3 weeks at home with no homework or projects or papers. I can't wait.

I only have one thing on my Chirstmas that I really, really want:

iPod Touch.

So cool.

but I would accept any kind of functioning iPod, mine is broken.

I also wouldn't mind if he were sitting under my tree waiting to be unwrapped

;)

Chilly.

Jack Frost is nipping at my nose.

It is getting colder up here and I can't wait for it to snow.

Content.

I am back at MSUM.

I had a truly amazing Thanksgiving break.

After sitting in the backseat between two guys for 4 hours last Tuesday, I made it home and it felt sort of surreal being there. I loved it. I chatted with my parents and my sister for a while and then two of my greatest friends came over. For about 3-4 hours we just sat and talked (along with torturing Mandy's boyfriend). It was really nice to see their faces and hear their voices. It was a really comforting time because we didn't do anything and it was so fun! That is the best part of seeing old friends.

Wednesday was pretty eventful for me. I got to take my sister to school in the morning and then I met up with another friend to go back to our High School and visit the best teacher EVER! Mrs. Bishop. I hadn't been in that building since I graduated to it was really weird coming back and being "those college kids" that the seniors whisper about. After that it was time for me to FINALLY get my hair cut! I am so pleased with the result, I think I am going to keep this one for a long time...but I always say that. Then (oh yeah there's more) I went shopping with some more great friends. Not only did I get some great deals at Gap but there was good conversation as well. After shopping I can back to town and hang out with a different friend. It really was a perfect day. I am looking forward to many more like it over X-mas break.

For the rest of the weekend I spent my time at home, catching up with my family. We rented movies, went out to eat and relaxed. It was so nice. There really is nothing like home.

It was really hard for me to pack my stuff back up and leave NP this morning. If I could have I would have stayed forever.

Don't get me wrong I love college, and being on my own but my heart is at that little brown house on top of the hill, and I wouldn't have it any other way.

Thank the heavens above that I don't have to wait long until I go back for X-mas break.

19 days.

I think I can handle that.

I will leave you with another image that I find quite inspiring.

(It seemed appropriate)

Stay tuned...finals are coming up, and things are going to get crazy.

Restless.

Thankful.

Well since Thanksgiving is almost upon us I thought I would make a list of what I am thankful for:

1. My Parents : I would be completely lost without all three of them.

2. My Brothers : They are wonderful role models, I aspire to be as good of a person as they both are.

3. My Sister : I am thankful for her simple, loving letters. They always put a smile on my face.

4. Olivia Wagner : Who taught me everything I know and without whom I would not be so positive about my future with photography.

5. Hannah Honeyman : My first college friend/internal twin. I would be very lonely here without her. Also I am thankful that she shares her Wheat Thins with me.

6. Summit Entertainment : The people that gave New Moon life :)

7. My job : I work on campus in Disability Services, it helps not to be extremely poor and it is a wonderful opportunity.

8. Ramen Noodles : Need I say more?!

9. High School Friends : I am extremely thankful for those of you who have kept in touch even only after these few short months

10. My Macbook : She's my pride and joy, and like my parents, I would be lost without her.

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1 more day

:)

Stay Tuned...

Anticipation.

Do You Know Me

It's just the strangest thing
I've seen your face somewhere
And early evening dream
A past night love affair
Do you know me? At all
Do you know me? At all

In all my reverie
I thought I felt us there
A feather in my hand
a flower in your hair
Do you know me? At all
Do you know me? At all

Do you know me? At all

Do you know me? At all

Do you know me? At all

Do you know me? At all

- John Mayer

Diseased.

Wake up kids

We've got the dreamers disease

♥

A kiss is so classic, simple and romantic.

I hope this doesn't come off as weird but I love these kissing pictures.

Maybe it is because I believe and long for love with every fiber of my being.

Drained.

College is brutal, or at least the work load is. Homework seems to be piling up by the tons. I am trying to remember to breath and take things one day at a time but nothing ever seems to let up. Every minute I take a minute to relax I feel that much more behind.

Welcome to adulthood.

9 days until break. Thank god for the pilgrims.

Envious.

Peggy Sirota (http://www.peggysirota.com). My new favorite photographer, she's AMAZING! She does everything I want to do with photography.

I want to be her!

Refreshed.

To my surprise I have had a great weekend.

I went to Saver's (my new favorite store) on Friday and got a bunch of cute cheap stuff. Saturday went downtown and got some awesome shots that I am going to incorporate into some x-mas presents :) Last night I had an amazing dream about John Mayer, (mmmmmmmm) and today the plan is to take my time and get some homework done.

But my dream made me think that I should make a list of what I like in a guy. So here we go (in no particular order) :

- nice hair

-tall

- deep, smooth voice

- has dreams and goals of his own

- pretty eyes

- confident (not cocky)

- interested in music (good singers & piano players get bonus points)

- likes sports/is athletic

- can make me laugh

- can laugh at himself

- down to earth

-doesn't smoke or chew tobacco (yuck >:P)

- good teeth are pretty important

- has a sexy accent (not required but recommended)

- has style

- likes chinese food

-someone who I can be dorky with

- romantic

- creative & fun

- likes me

&

- must love dogs

♥

Far away.

To all of my far away friends:

Remember...

Miss you all.

Gross.

My hair is disgusting.

I just sort of realized it this past week. It has always grown fast but this time it just hit me. So here is my new do:

I was having doubts this morning, but I am just going to go for it.

It's just hair right?!

Inappropriate.

I have a little obsession with this kid. He is 15. I am embarrassed, but I can't help it...he has the voice of an angel.

Scared.

Yesterday I found out that my mom passed out...again.

Not many people know this but about a year ago or maybe longer, she passed for a long time in our bathroom at home. I have never been so terrified. She got a special monitor put into her chest because the doctors didn't know why this was happening to her. They thought it was something to do with her heart but they were not positive because it could have been something in her brain too. So when she passed out at work yesterday the monitor picked up the problem.

Her heart stopped for about 10 seconds.

Good thing she works at a hospital that specializes in Cardiology. Last night she was able to get a pace maker put in which will sort of shock her heart if she ever passes out again. After I found out what was going on I had the worst feeling in my stomach. I wanted so badly to be with her just to comfort her and put my nerves to rest. I just wanted to hear her voice, smell her Miss Cherie Dior perfume, and give her a hug.

After her surgery I got calls from my step dad and a text from my oldest brother, Dan, saying that all is well and she will be home in the morning. I am so relieved. The doctors know what is wrong with her and so now they can fix her.

P.S. Today is her birthday.

I love you Mom.

Eager.

London('s) Calling...

Me.

Ambivalent.

If you are reading this and you don't know me very well, you might not know that I don't want to have children. But if I were guaranteed to have kids this cute, then I might consider it.

Nerdy.

Amber eyes, gorgeous, blood thirsty, mind-reading, gorgeous, super strength, ageless, gorgeous.

Yes. I am one of those.

I can't help it.

New Moon is my favorite book of the series so I am pretty excited for the movie to come out. Although when it comes to movies that are based off of books that I have read, I am usually disappointed with the movie (like with Twilight)...but I am still excited.

Hopeful.

This is my favorite song at the moment. The lyrics describe my love life to a T.

(P.S. This has my vote for cutest music video ever!)

I'm Not Surprised

Not Everything Lasts
I've Broken My Heart So Many Times,
I Stop Keeping Track.
Talk Myself In
I Talk Myself Out
I Get All Worked Up
And Then I Let Myself Down.

I Tried So Very Hard Not To Loose It
I Came Up With A Million Excuses
I Thought I Thought Of Every Possibility

And I Know Someday That It'll All Turn Out
You'll Make Me Work So We Can Work To Work It Out
And I Promise You Kid That I'll Give So Much More Than I Get
I Just Haven't Met You Yet

Mmmmm ....

I Might Have To Wait
I'll Never Give Up
I Guess It's Half Timing
And The Other Half's Luck
Wherever You Are
Whenever It's Right
You Come Out Of Nowhere And Into My Life

And I Know That We Can Be So Amazing
And Baby Your Love Is Gonna Change Me
And Now I Can See Every Possibility

Mmmmm ......

And Somehow I Know That It Will All Turn Out
And You'll Make Me Work So We Can Work To Work It Out
And I Promise You Kid I'll Give So Much More Than I Get
I Just Haven't Met You Yet

They Say All's Fair
And In Love And War
But I Won't Need To Fight It
We'll Get It Right
And We'll Be United

And I Know That We Can Be So Amazing
And Being In Your Life Is Gonna Change Me
And Now I Can See Every Single Possibility

Mmmm .....

And Someday I Know It'll All Turn Out
And I'll Work To Work It Out
Promise You Kid I'll Give More Than I Get
Than I Get Than I Get Than I Get

Oh You Know It'll All Turn Out
And You'll Make Me Work So We Can Work To Work It Out
And I Promise You Kid To Give So Much More Than I Get
Yeah I Just Haven't Met You Yet

I Just Haven't Met You Yet
Oh Promise You Kid
To Give So Much More Than I Get

I Said Love Love Love Love Love Love Love .....
I Just Haven't Met You Yet
Love Love Love .....
I Just Haven't Met You Yet

My Dying Wish.

All I want is a bench.

This may be a little early but if I have learned anything over the past couple of years it is that life could be over in an instant.

I saw this on imgfave.com and I thought it was so cute. So just to put it out there...I would like someone to make one of these for me after I die. In return I will save you a place in Heaven :)

Stuck.

Yesterday my roommate was sick so the last place I wanted to be was in our dorm. So my friend Brianna and I took the bus to Broadway and walked around. It was nice to get off campus. Sometimes I get really sick of it.

I like this one^

This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so a bunch of bras were donated to the cause and hung up outside Hotel Donaldson. My floor (2nd East Snarr) decorated and donated some to put up.

(Click on picture for a larger view)