Wasted Daylight.

      Yesterday was probably one of the most un-eventful days but one of the best days I have had. Burt and I woke up yesterday and went and had brunch at one of our favorite restaurants, Sage's Cafe. I love all the food there, but their brunch is the best. If you haven't been there, I highly suggest trying it out. It is all vegan, but vegan or not, you will love it! I can honestly say that the meal I had yesterday was the best meal I have ever tasted in my entire life..and that is saying a lot considering how much of a 'foodie' I am.
      After brunch we came home and watched a couple episodes of a show on Netflix we have been very much into, Orange is the New Black. Then we took Vater to Tanner Park to get some exercise. Vater loves going there, it is his doggy heaven. He is so funny playing in the water and is probably the most hyper dog there, it's such a joy to watch. After a couple hours we returned home, cleaned a little bit, then walked down to Red Iguana for a surprise birthday dinner for one of my brothers. (Red Iguana has amazing vegan food by the way!) We returned home and fell into a food coma for the rest of the day. Of course, we turned our show back on and lay in bed watching it until we fell asleep. This was only in the evening time so by the time we woke up it was technically supposed to be bed time but we were wide awake at this point. So, of course, we finished the entire first season of our show. Ha, I didn't even end up getting ready for bed until 5am. It was such a great, simple, very much needed day.
      Because we slept all through the evening we missed the concert we were planning on going to. I'm pretty bummed about it, it was one of my favorite bands. They are called Stars. It's kind of funny because one of their songs have officially became mine and Burt's because of this reason. This wasn't the first time we have spent pretty much the entire day wrapped up in our covers together. The song is called wasted daylight. It's about staying in bed all day with the one you love and not minding at all. It's totally us, and I love that.

Wasted Daylight, by Stars.

And here is a photo of the best meal I have ever tasted!

(That is a portabella mushroom and egg replacement!)

My mouth waters just looking at it.

Twenty-Seven- A problem I have or have had in the past..many problems. Right now..uhm, my room is a mess and I don't want to do my laundry. That is my biggest problem at the moment. I have this problem much too often.

Twenty-Eight- Something I miss. Being a little kid. I miss the worry free days. I, for the most part, am worry free. There are always things I can worry about, of course. I just don't let them get to me.

One mans trash is another mans treasure.

      If you know me, you know I love thrifting! A new DI (thrift shop) opened up in Sandy about a month ago. I was in the area yesterday and had some time on my hands so I couldn't help but go in to take a quick look. While walking in I passed by the carts without grabbing one thinking, 'No need, I'll just be in and out.' I should of grabbed one..I ended up spending over an hour shopping! I ended up getting so much stuff my biceps are sore today from carrying it all! I looked through all the clothes and ended up getting 2 tank tops, 2 sweaters, one jacket, a winter coat, 2 dresses, some pajamas, and a pair of boots. Oh, and a toy for Vater. I didn't even have time to look at the rest of the store while I was there and it was bothering me because I knew I could find some more great stuff..So today I went back! I skipped the clothes isle not even having the energy to look at clothes anymore. Today I ended up buying 3 purses, (including a Prada bag for $2! It may be a knock off but it was cheap nonetheless.) a scarf, a stack of plates, (IKEA brand!) a couple cups, a wallet that just so happened to have some money in it, a table runner, two vegetarian cook books and a stack of novels that I am determined to read!  It's funny how excited I get over someone else's trash!  I love thrifting!
      The toy I got Vater from the DI is this panda stuffed animal. I always try to find stuffed animals that are filled with the fluffier kind of fluff because if they are filled with those little styrofoam balls it's a lot harder for me to clean up. I didn't notice that this panda had a thing inside it's hand that when you push it, it plays a little happy birthday tune until Vater was chewing on him. As soon as it started to play the tune Vater got up and walked away. When it stops playing the tune he goes back and starts playing with it. And still, whenever the tune plays he won't touch the thing until it stops. Funny dog.

Twenty-five- Someone who fascinates me and why. There are many people that fascinate me. Most being my own friends. My very best friend in the world fascinates me.  She has been my best friend since before kindergarten and we still love each other to death! She fascinates me because no matter what she has been through she stays strong enough for the both of us.  She's a wonderful mother, daughter, sister and best friend. When this girl loves someone, she really loves them and will do anything for them! She always is making me laugh and forget any problem I may be going through and makes me realize that it really isn't a big deal, things will always work out. And they do. I love that girl and have always looked up to her!
      Another person that fascinates me is my boyfriend, Burt. Like my best friend, he has been through a lot but is still the most positive person I have ever met.  He also works so hard and always finds time to play. I love that about him. He has the biggest heart and really goes out of his way to help his friends. I'm one lucky girl!

Twenty-six- If I had one million dollars to spend what would I spend it on? I don't even know what I would do with that much money! I'd probably buy some toys first, of course. A new camera, some gear. Maybe a house. Even after all that there would be too much left. I'd probably give a big chunk of it to the sanctuary farm and humaine societies and whatever other animal related charities I could find. Then I guess I would just save the rest and invest some. That's all.

Twenty-four

      My favorite movie and what is it about? First of all, I can't just have ONE favorite movie, I love so many! One movie, however, that I could watch over and over in a row is Garden State. It's not overwhelming, it's just so simple. There really isn't much of a story, but at the same time it touches me in a certain way. It's about the main character finding out who he really is and learning to love life. Also, Natalie Portman is just the cutest!
      I also love any movie done by Baz Lahurmann. His style is so creative! I love how he can take a story and keep an old fashioned, classy feel but make it so modern at the same time. And the cinematography in every single one of his films, mmm, makes my heart melt! Being a photographer I have a thing for angles and how to make things look more interesting to really make you feel!
      I have watched and read interviews of Baz, and I remember him saying that he loves to make his audience feel, and the best way to get the most emotion from his audience is through tragedy. This is true for me. Every single one of his movies holds a special place in my heart because of how they were able to touch me so deeply. Moulin Rouge will always be my favorite of his, though. I even have a tattoo on my side that says in fancy script 'freedom, beauty, truth, love'. The famous words from that movie, and all four of those words mean something to me.

      On a lighter note, at this very moment I am sitting on my couch watching Mrs. Doubtfire. This movie is a classic. Oh, and last night I went and saw a movie. I don't go see movies often and I forgot how much I love seeing movies on the big screen. We went and saw Meet the Millers. I recommend that one, it's hilarious!

Seventeen-TwentyThree

      Seventeen- My highs and lows of this past year..First of all, I can honestly say that within this past year I have lived my lowest lows and highest highs. If you have read the first posts on my blog you will see that what happened to me this past year has been one of the hardest things I have had to deal with. You may not know from my posts how hard it was, I seem to keep things together pretty well, but that wasn't always the case. No matter what anyone says, even if you want a divorce and you know it's for the better, it's hard. Divorce sucks, that is all. I don't like to dwell on this, but at the same time I would not change a thing! If it weren't for the exact way things happened and how low things got, the highs I am living now would not exist how they do.

Low points

-The feeling of losing everything.

-Having to start over.

-Feeling that everything for the few years prior have been a waste.

-The feelings of worthlessness, confusion, fear, intimidation, and anxiety all at once.

High points

-Feeling the unconditional love from my friends and family.

-Making a million more friends and feeling even more loved.

-Conquering my fears.

-Taking control of my life.

-Learning so much about myself I never knew was possible.

-Meeting the most amazing person I have ever met.

-Falling in love.

Eighteen- A book I could read over and over again and never get sick of. I'm awful. I can't even remember the last time I finished a book. Oh wait, Twilight..I finished that entire series. I do enjoy reading, but if a book does not catch my attention right away I will fall asleep by page 2. I am in the middle of a book at the moment, it's called Retribution. It truly is a very good and intriguing story, but I still have been reading it for about 8 months now. I really should read more. I guess if I had to choose one book as my favorite it would be..I have no idea. Let me read more and get back to you. 

Nineteen- My biggest regret in life. None. Seriously, nothing. I think about what it could possibly be and I do have a few things in mind, but then I think 'what if that didn't ever happen? Where would I be?' Everything that has happened has led to something else. Weather it was good or bad, I learned. LIVE and learn.

Twenty- How important I think education is. It's pretty important, I guess. If you want to do something with your life and in order to do it you have to go to college, then do it. If what you want to do doesn't require much education, then great! I obviously believe in getting a high school diploma or GED, at least. But I have always been a very creative and right brained person so I only will go as far as I am required to when it comes to school. I do believe working hard is important, no matter what you choose to do. And I definitely don't judge anyone who has less education or more then me. I don't really care to be honest. I just love everyone!

Twenty-one- One of my favorite TV shows.. FRIENDS! My sister and I are so funny, we are always quoting different things to each other from Friends. If you are around us for more then 5 minutes you will ear us say at least once, "Remember on that one episode of friends when this happened?!" 

I also am addicted to Pretty Little Liars, but right now what girl isn't. From ages 12+, if you are a girl, you should be watching that show! I also love anything on HGTV. Is it weird that I find joy in watching other people house shop or do home renovations? 

Twenty-two- How have I changed in the past two years? Drastically. For the better, for sure. I have learned to be happy and I am now more happy then I have ever been, because I decided to be. I accept life as it comes and don't take anything for granted. I have felt more love and therefore learned how to love fully, from the moon all the way down to the tiniest plant. I feel more myself then I ever have.

Twenty-three- Post 5 pictures of famous people you find attractive.. Okay.

My #1 celebrity crush..Bradley. I am a sucker for blue eyes, brown hair, and the scruffy look!

#2, Jake. Again, those eyes!!

#3, Ryan. (I actually think he is most handsome in The Notebook. Maybe it's the clothes, or the old fashioned romance, I don't know.)

#4..I honestly can't think of anyone else..Weird! I guess I am picky. Well, there are my top 3! Enjoy.

Seven-sixteen

      Maybe I am more like an Aries than I thought...always starting things but never finishing them. And because of this I feel I have to finish just because I didn't think I would..stubbornness..I am an Aries.

      It's probably a good thing that I missed so many days because the subjects I am supposed to blog about aren't really that inspiring or interesting. I don't have much to say about any of them.
Well..here it goes..

Seven: My favorite childhood toys. I really don't know the answer to this.  I have always been very creative and pretty much made anything into a toy. I remember watching Barney and learning how to make things out of boxes and rubber bands, so I would dig through garbages and find anything I could make something with. Milk cartons, egg cartons, tissue boxes, anything. Sometimes I would save trash if I had an idea that I could use it for something in the future. I never wanted my mom to see because she would throw it away, so I stashed it all under my bed. Once my mom found my stash of garbage under my bed she would get really mad and think she was raising a hoarder..no mom, you raised an extremely right brained artist, thats all. So I guess I do know the answer to this question.. My favorite childhood toy was garbage.

Eight: A moment I felt most satisfied with my life. This is a tough one as well. I feel satisfied with my life almost every day. I do have my moments but I'm happy where I am.

Nine: If I could have any job in the world what would it be? I'd like to be a lifestyle photographer for different companies around the world, traveling to photograph their products and campaign adds. To see my work on billboards and magazines would be a dream come true..One day..

Ten: My guilty pleasure. Thats easy, Pretty Little Liars. I'm hooked.

Eleven: I'm supposed to put my ipod on shuffle and write the first 10 songs that pop up. Okay.

1. Gimme Gimme Gunshots - P.O.S.
2. Science Vs. Romance - Rilo Kiley
3. Not the Sun - Brand New
4. Ce Jeu - Yelle
5. This Charming Man - Stars
6. Slowdance On the Inside - Taking Back Sunday
7. E and A Day - Eyedea & Abilities
8. Woman Tonight - Felt
9. The Artist In The Ambulance - Thrice
10. How I Won The War Ft. Molemen - Atmosphere

Twelve : Bullet my whole day. I will bullet the day that I was actually supposed to. Ahem..Lets see.

• Woke up earlier then I would of liked to after a long night of walking around downtown prior.
• Went tailgating up at the U of U. I had never been before and my friends Buddy and Dylan wanted to show me how much fun it is..and it was!
• Came home and watched a bit of the game on the TV. (Buddy's idea)
• Burt, Buddy and I went to Target to get our friends Chris and Cady a baby shower gift.
• Went to the baby shower. I had never been to a co-ed baby shower before. I find them a lot more enjoyable then the typical baby showers.
• Went home and got dressed up for a photo shoot. (I had to dress nice, it was for a fashion show.)
• Went and photographed a fashion show for a salon. Lots of fun and I got some great shots!
• Came home and was too exhausted to go out, but Burt went out with some of his friends. I stayed home and watched the show Friends. (My favorite.)
• Got a call from Burt to come pick him and his friend up, so I drove to Poplar to get them.
• Got to Poplar and ran into Burts good friend and X96 radio host Kerry Jackson. Really great guy! He happened to be hanging out with Zachary Quinto who played Spock on the new Star Trek. He must of been in town for comic-con. He wasn't dressed up or anything, he looked completely normal. I had no idea who he was and told him that he looks kind of like the guy who plays Spock..not finding out until after we left that it in fact was him..embarrassing!

Thirteen: Somewhere I'd like to move or visit..uhm..Hawaii? Or somewhere in Europe. Italy would be neat! (It is in my blood.) Honestly, somewhere warm and tropical. Hawaii would be great!

Fourteen: My earliest memory.. Some people don't believe that I can remember this far back, but I swear I do! I remember the first time I got stung by a bee. I was probably about one years old because I remember my mom walking me on the sidewalk while I was stumbling and holding onto her hands for support. Then She stopped and held me for a second and I noticed a bee flying near me. I put my hand up to it and it stung me right on my palm. I cried so my mom picked me up and took me in the house.

Fifteen: 15 interesting facts about me.

1. I'm vegan.
2. I danced for 8 years of my life. 
3. I played in a band for a minute. Sang and played bass.
4. I've participated in the Chalk Art Festival at Gateway every year for the past 4 years.
5. I am a medical assistant at a pediatricians office.
6. I absolutely hate wearing scrubs.
7. The majority of the summer you will find me in a sun dress.
8. I think I'm obsessed with pigs.
9. I love the feeling of falling. 
10. Any time I find a penny on the ground I pick it up and kiss it for good luck.
11. I love flossing my teeth a little too much.
12. But I have never had a cavity. :)
13. I love to cook.
14. I watch too much HGTV.
15. My favorite drink on this entire planet is water. I love water!

Sixteen: My views on mainstream music. It's not as genuine anymore. It's based way to much on image instead of talent.

Finally! I can't promise I will keep up on this every day from now on, but at least once a week until I have done all 30!