Stiff Necks and High Heads

I am such a snob. I had to venture up north to a mall (which I will not name so as to not offend anyone) this afternoon to pick up some bridesmaid dresses. (I'm very excited about the dresses by the way.) As I was walking around the mall, all I could think of was, "Wow, these people are really white trash." Granted, I haven't really heard that many great things about this particular region, so maybe it's reputation proceeded it, but really that is no excuse for my judgment. I kept thinking, "Hey, I may not love the town I'm in, but at least there aren't that many white trash people there."

It wasn't until tonight that a scripture that I read a couple nights ago came to mind. You know the one, Jacob 2:13-14 . . .

because some of you have obtained more abundantly than that of your brethren ye are lifted up in the pride of your hearts, and wear stiff necks and high heads because of the costliness of your apparel, and persecute your brethren because ye suppose that ye are better than they.

And now, my brethren, do ye suppose that God justifieth you in this thing? Behold, I say unto you, Nay. But he condemneth you, and if ye persist in these things his judgments must speedily come unto you.

Consider myself condemned.

One Year Older

Birthdays and death. Both events make you think about what you are doing with your life. And I think I feel ok with mine right now. Things have not gone according to my plan, but it's not about MY plan is it? Am I doing what I thought I would be doing at the age of 24? No, but that's what is so great about it. I never imagined that I would be living in Provo, but I am so grateful for the people I have met and the friends I have made. Relationships are the more important thing in my life and they are all that really matter. It doesn't matter where I live, I need to make the best of it. Here's to a year of maturing and growing into that person that I should be.

Tag

i've been tagged...

Here it goes . . .

1. What were you doing ten years ago?
Ten years ago I was 14. I was living in Warrenton, VA and was a freshman at Fauquier High. I don't remember much about that year, except I was the Boy's Soccer Manager. I like to watch boys play soccer.

2. Five things on my to-do list today?
1.Write in my journal
2. Make sugar cookies and use some of the 100 cookie cutters Angela gave me for my birthday
3. Finish a book I have been trying to finish for months
4. Finish putting away my laundry
5. Make some phone calls

3. What snacks do you enjoy?
- granola bars
- string cheese
- Ranch flavored Wheat Thins and cheese
- apples and peanut butter
- Craisins

4. What would you do if you suddenly became a billionaire?
Pay off all my debt, invest, buy a house, buy my sister and her family a bigger house, give money to all my siblings, buy my parents a house in Utah, start my own event planning business, start a charity similar to the Make a Wish Foundation, quit my job, travel to Europe, and wear a new pair of socks every day (except in the summer).

5. Three bad habits
-gossiping
-nagging
-not saying what I am actually thinking

6. Five places I've lived
-Provo, UT
-New York, NY
-Warrenton, VA
-Katy, Texas
-Owego, NY

7. Five jobs I've had
-Events Coordinator for small software company
-Project Manager for online training company
-PR Intern at Fleishman-Hillard
-CSR at Blockbuster Video

8. Five things people don't know about me
1. Some of you may not know this: I am extremely disorganized at home, my room is always a mess
2. I used to want to be a photographer when I grew up
3. I'm terrified of death
4. I don't really like animals, except in the zoo when they are caged
5. I really love the color of my eyes

I'm not going to call anyone out, but if you are looking for something to blog about: Tag You Are It!

Just a Little Update

I have been wanting to post more, but I really don't have anything interesting to share. I've been working a ton, getting mad at my March Madness bracket (Seriously, Georgetown?), planning parties (Enrichment etc) and trying to sleep. My little sister is getting married and so I am trying to help out in that department. And before you even think about asking, yes I am perfectly ok with the fact that my younger sister is getting married before me. I have known for years that she would. It was my idea to make a bet with her that who ever got married first would have to buy the other one a steak dinner. She has always been very dependent on guys and I haven't. And I am still so young, I really don't think about marriage, or think I am ready.


I celebrated my birthday a little early with old roommates tonight and we had so much fun. We had two of my favorite things, Swedish meatballs and cheesecake, and talked for hours. I love spending time with good friends!

I wonder . . .

I wonder when the day will come that I will stop thinking, "What am I doing with my life?" or "What do I want to do with my life?" I don't see the answers anywhere in the near future.

Viva Las Vegas

Vegas. I don't really know what to say. The conference that I went to was really good. I took a couple of classes to help improve our company's trade show experience and I learned a lot. The weather was beautiful, 75-80 degrees. My hotel room was huge; pretty sure it was bigger than my entire apartment. Who needs to 42" plasma screen TV's?

It was my first time in Vegas, so I just spent a lot of time walking the strip and looking at the buildings. It made me miss NYC a lot. I went to the top of the Eiffel Tower, which has an amazing view. And I went shopping at the Miracle Mile of Shops. And I just have to say . . . lame! H&M was so disappointing. They only carried juniors' and mens' and they didn't have any good accessories. The store is tiny. So I didn't buy anything. However, I did spend a couple hours in Sephora and spent way too much money on things I don't need.

I am in love with the Conservatory inside the Bellagio. It is under construction right now, but they have these giant flowers that are amazing. I want to live there. Or have my wedding reception there.

I'm kind of sad that I don't have any really good stories to tell. It was funny to see drunk people, haven't seen that in a while. But really, nothing that exciting happened. Maybe next time I will get married in the Little Chapel of Love just for kicks.

No More Noise

This week has been kind of interesting. After a lot of drama, my car door is finally fixed!! For those who have been lucky enough to ride in my car sometime during the past year or so would know that my front passenger door lock made a really loud noise every time it locked and unlocked. And it wouldn't open from the outside. I have to admit that I kind of miss the noise. I doubt anyone else does.

I am starting some new projects at work that I am really excited about. A lot more events for me to plan!! And I'm headed to Vegas on Monday, which should be interesting. I'm going to an exhibitor show to learn how to get the most of the trade shows that we attend. H&M and Sephora here I come!! I hope to have some interesting stories to share.