Snow Adventures

Today there was group of us that decided to go cross county skiing. I had heard what a good work out that it is so I thought why not. That was my first time on skis so I wasn't sure what to expect. I can tell that I am going to be so sore, my arms and legs, and probably my shoulders. It wasn't so bad once I could keep my skis parallel, but when I didn't down I would go. I wish that we could have taped us it was hilarious to watch as someone would fall and then try and get back up. I fell twice once just trying to get back up. I thought it was a lot of fun, and I do believe I set the record for who fell the most. I am not sure of how good my balance is at times.
Last night Nikki, Sandra, and I went sledding near Nikki's house. We each went down separately and then did a couple of runs together. On our first one we hit a bump and really got some air! I don't have to tell you that doesn't really feel good on your back when you land back on the ground, but adds to the excitement of the ride! I have noticed yesterday and today how pretty it can be when it snows. There was a full moon out last night when we were sledding and it looked really cool. I will have to post some pictures of our snow adventures later.

Thankful

I just wanted to express how thankful I am for kind people in the world. I returned to Utah on Saturday and my car didn't want to start at first. II tried again and it started, however I didn't drive very far and my car sat the rest of the night. I didn't think too much of it until I got in my car on Sunday morning and my car wouldn't start again, only this time I knew it wasn't going to start. We then had to scrape Sandra's car because there was ice all over her car and try not to be late for ward council meeting. My bishopric found out and quickly offered to help me. He jump started my car and then tried to charge my battery, but unfortunately the charge didn't take. My car would not start again later that night. Sandra was very kind and dropped me off and work early this morning and was going to pick me up as well. Brother Smith ended up taking my battery to Checker, had it tested, and then replaced it for me. He even cleaned off my old battery because it didn't look so good! He even dropped off my car to me at work after he installed my battery. I hope that in my life that I am as generous with my time towards others, and that I am willing to take the time to go out of my way to help others who are in need. What a blessing to have such people in my life!

Made It Safe

I am back in Phoenix!! I did have and interesting time trying to fly out of Salt Lake. I was supposed to fly out on late Friday night to go to Phx, but of course it snowed all day on Friday that I was worried about driving to the airport, that my flight would be delayed, or worse canceled! So on the suggestion from a friend (thanks again Nikki for driving me!) I decided to see about changing my flight to Saturday morning and boy was I glad that I did. The roads were so much better than the night before. Going through the canyon was still a little scary, but nothing that Nikki couldn't handle.
We get to the airport and I walked in to check my bags and I about fell over. The line for Southwest to check bags was FOREVER LONG. It took me a little over 45 min. to get up to the counter, and then the lady was talking on the phone and I didn't think it was a business call. I had to ask her if I was good to go, and she finally checked my license and sent me on my way. She didn't even put those lovely late check in stickers on my bags so I had to let the guy know what time my flight was so my bags could hopefully get on the same plane as me. I ran to security to get into another line, but lucky for me this one moved a lot faster, but I still had like 10 min. to get to my gate. I walked as quickly as I could and got to my gate just as they were boarding my group. I was so relived and very thankful to be on the plane! Everything always does work out in the end, but the middle can sure be stressful!

Baking Day

Wow this must be a record for me, three posts in one day! I think that I am starting to get into this blogging thing. I can now see why everyone likes it so much. Thanks Nat for helping me to start this you are the best. Back to my post. Last Friday I took the day off from work and Nikki, Sandra, and I had a baking day. We looked through many cookbooks and finally decided on four things. I know we made fudge, cookies, and two different kinds of bars. I will probably sound big headed, but I thought that everything turned out really good.

My First 5K Run

I did this about a month ago, but I was very proud of what I had accomplished with the help of some friends. I have a friend named Katie that mentioned that she was doing a 5K run which I believe is about 3 miles. I decided that didn't sound too bad and that I could do it. Plus I really like doing things that I have never done before. So I enlisted Sandra to run with me, but also to help train me because I have never really ran before. Sandra was a good trainer, she helped me to run even when I didn't want to which was pretty much everyday. I just kept telling myself that I could do it. was harder than I thought to start running let alone work my way upto 3 miles. But finally the day arrived and I have to admit I was a little nervous waiting for the race to start. I was glad that Sandra and Katie were there with me. I think that we all did great.





Here is a picture of Sandra and I after the race. I need to get a picture of all three of the runners!

Winter

I woke up this morning and opened my blinds and to my surprise this is what I saw, you guessed it snow! This picture I must admit makes it look so peaceful and pretty which it is until you have to drive in it. I realize I sound a bit negative snow can be fun. I do like to go sledding, snowshoeing, and yes I do like to throw snowballs occasionally. By this afternoon however most of the snow had melted. We are supposed to have another storm this weekend...very exciting

Tagged

This was my first time being tagged! It was hard for me on some of these answers, but here you go.....

Where is your mobile phone? Bookshelf

Where is your significant other? Unknown

Your hair color? Blond

Your mother? Hilarious

Your father? Kind

Your favorite thing? Food

Your dream last night? Unknown

Your dream goal? Traveling

Room Your In? Living

Your hobby? Scrapbooking

Your fear? Spiders

Where do you want to be in 6 years? Scotland

Where were you last night? Home

What you're not? Crafty

Where you grew up? Phoenix

The last thing you did? Read

What are you wearing? Clothes

Your TV? Off

Your pets? Dead

Your computer? Working

Your mood? Excited

Missing someone? Yes

Your car? Sitting

Your summer? Wonderful

Love someone? Yes

Your favorite color? Blue

When is the last time you laughed? Today

Not really sure who to tag, if someone else wants to try it feel free!