called to serve.

I was finally called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 

It's been such a trying and humbling process and my heart is full with the spirt. On March 12, 2014 I will enter into the Provo MTC. From there I will spend the next 18 months in Ohio. I can't wait to share the gospel and fall in love with a beautiful city meant for me. 

When I got my call I was so nervous. I felt like I couldn't breathe and that I was going to pass out. My heart was touched by the spirit and I knew I was being called to serve not only where the people need me but where I need the people. As soon as I read the words Cincinnati, Ohio the world stopped. Ever since I decided to serve a mission I've been praying for the people that I would be serving. It just feels right to call ohio home. It's so weird. I've been looking up so many pictures and trying to find out everything that I can about it. Cincinnati is such a big city it makes me a little nervous.  I can't believe that I've waited so long and the day has come. It's really been such a humbling experience and I can't wait for it to continue. I'm still a little uneasy about the situation but I know deep in my heart that I was sent here on earth to help others find the light of Christ. I know that Heavenly Father has a divine plan just for me and that he will guide me as I teach the people of Ohio. I hope to be a good representative of the savior.  I hope that while I am on my mission I will learn to not only love others but truly learn to love myself. Thanks everyone who has supported me in the choices that I've made and helped me get to where I am. I know without a doubt in my heart that The Lord places people in your life to help each and everyone of us. Thank you for being one of those people. I cannot wait to start this adventure. 

realize.

Yesterday I got to spend some much needed time with dani girl. 

It was like we were seven again. Not a worry in the world just the two of us being dorks. Talking with dani made me realize a lot of things. One of them being that it's not okay to lie to yourself. She shared things with me about a recent relationship she had and it reminded me a lot of the one I'm finding myself in now.

 With that being said I've come to realize that I've been rather selfish. How can I expect to be in a relationship when I know I'm leaving in a few short months. So I've come to the decision that the only relationship I need to work on is the one with my Heavenly Father.  

Dani helped me see that it's okay to feel certain ways and want to do certain things because it's natural man with that being said I need to put on the full armor of god and not just the bits and pieces I want. 

A few days ago I was able to receive a priesthood blessing. Prior to that I had someone ask me what the hardest thing was about deciding to go on a mission. As in what were some of the hardest trials I had to face. I couldn't exactly pin point it. If you couldn't tell that bothered me that I couldn't think of things. Then all of a sudden it clicked. For me the hardest part is that satan knows you. He knows what you really want and will try to give it to you in the most horrible way possible. Being natural men, of course we fall for it. It scares me that satan knows me so well but it also is comforting. Comforting because he knows I'm a strong daughter of god. I won't fall for his tricks so easily so he knows that he has to work twice as hard maybe even three times as hard. I am so confident in the person I am and the path that I'm on that satan will not stop me. I know he likes a challenge because he is constantly trying me. By all means keep the trials coming. I am becoming a strong servant of The Lord and nothing will stop me from sharing the gospel. 

I've realized that I am a blessed person who needs to be humbled daily. I need to communicate my feelings better and though I may want something now, I mustn't jeopardize my eternal salvation.

  Be grateful for everyday and take a moment each day to realize all the wonderful things that happen in your life daily. 

same team.

We are all on the same team. Lately this has been on my mind a lot. If we are all on the same team why do  people try so hard to tear others down? Why cause intentional pain to our team mates? We need to start acting like a team. 

Everybody that I know is out there for themselves. It's a crazy world that we are living in right now.  

This week instead of doing things that only benefitted me, I tried to do things that benefitted those around me. Leading out a helping hand to my neighbor caring in too many groceries, to doing the dishes at my grandmas house after family dinner. Little things of that nature. I'm pleased to say that I think those some acts of kindness really did make a difference. Everything just seemed to go smooth and there wasn't as much arguing and contention in our home. 

I just think that if we all looked at others with the knowledge that we are all on the same team, people would treat others better. We all just need to try and make the world better one day at a time, one kind act at a time, and with the pure intention to make everyone feel loved and appreciated. 

Don't take your team for granted. Ever. 

andy.

Wednesday night I went out on a date with a complete stranger. As soon as I left I felt sick to my stomach. Not a physical sickness but a sickness as in something didn't feel right. We went to a movie and I couldn't have been happier when it was over. I was so relieved and ready to go home. Instead my date decided we would go to the park and hang out. I still didn't feel right about it but off we went to the park. That's when it happened. 

The kid who had taken me to the park pulled out a bag of weed. He asked me to just try some and getting high was so fun. I literally felt like the world was ending. I said a prayer in my heart that I would be able to get of the horrible situation I had been placed in. As soon as I was done pleading with Heavenly Father my prayer was answered. 

Andy Perkins sent me a text and I knew everything was going to be okay. I quickly told my date that something had come up and I needed to go home immediately. I wasn't going to take no for an answer and this kid could clearly see it in my eyes. Without anything to say I was taken home and left unharmed. 

I don't know why Andy had decided to text me when he did but I truly believe it was inspiration. Andy has always been such an amazing friend and I have so much more respect for him. I don't think Andy will ever understand how grateful I am for such a simple act. Miricales happen everyday and when people are intuned with the spirit the most wonderful things happen. 

Andy, I really do love you for being such an amazing friend and for everything you do for me :) 

change.

Over the past couple of months if I've learned anything it's that things change. After high school some go to college, some serve missions, some get married and some just bum around. 

Thinking back to this time last year so much has changed. It's not really my cup of tea to have my whole world change so quickly but I'm learning to love it. 

Most of the time change is exactly what we need. Recently my cousin, Keanu, got his mission call to the Samoa, Apia mission. He seriously is one of the reasons I believe that anyone can change through the atonement of Christ and by will power. We've had countless conversations over the years and I always knew he would make it to this point in his life. I've never been more proud of him and know that if The Lord can humble Keanu, The Lord will humble. 

So even though times I may be bitter about change I know in my heart that it is good. 

I think that if we change ourselves to be better a little each day that we can leave the world a better place. Little things matter and never stop doing them. 

Keanu Jamir, my best friend since 1995. 

It's always been the three of us since I can remember. Now all three of us are going out to serve The Lord :)

Change is a good and humbling experience and I'm so blessed to have been able to go through all life's awkward changes with these two by my side. 

odd feelings.

Like most people, I had a plan for my life. After high school go on a mission and come back and attend college maybe even travel a little. Isn't crazy how life just happens and all of sudden you're left confused? 

These past couple weeks all I can think about is becoming wife and mama. I've never been opposed to the idea of getting married and having a family, it just hasn't ever been like a main focus for me. All I can think about is having a family. Which is super odd considering I'm not even dating anyone and turn in my mission papers in two weeks. 

I'm not even sure what this post is about or why I am still writing it. Oh well :) it's just funny how life has a way of being exactly what it needs to be, when it needs to be it. I guess what I'm saying is I'm warming up to the idea that one day I'll be a wifey and a mama :) haha 

the cover of a book.

"Don't judge a book by its cover." A classic phrase that we hear on a daily basis. I know that it's not Christlike to judge others but lately I've been given an amazing opportunity to figure it out on my own. 

These past couple days I've gotten to know a new friend on so many levels. In high school he was a typical jock with the drop dead gorgeous girlfriend. He was part of the in crowd and everyone knew who he was. My impression of him was obviously very judge mental.  

I've learned so many things about him in just a short awhile. I don't tend to open up to people and let them in so easily. I feel like he and I have been friends for as long as I can remember. Last night we went for a drive and he poured his heart out to me about the church and how he knows everything happens for a reason. He doesn't have anything bad to say about anyone which I really admire. He is the most kindhearted person I've met in a loooong time. I love how genuine he is. 

Not only does he not judge others but he doesn't judge me. It's crazy how appreciated I feel when he talks to me. It really pays off to be true to what you believe in and who you are. He reminds me of an upgraded version of my best friend. I never thought if find a friend like that again. I just know this is the start of one amazing friendship. 

This friendship has taught me to not judge people. Everyone has their own battles and we just need to put ourselves out there and get out of our comfort zones. I'm positive I'll learn much more as I continue to get to know this awesome kid :) 

Don't be afraid to prove yourself wrong, it may just be the thing you need the most. 

the simplicity of rain.

As I lay here in the rain I can't help but think to myself how much I love it. There aren't many things in life that make me as genuinely happy as rain does. It's so simple. I love the way it feels. The way it smells. The way it is. I guess this is a pointless post but I sure do adore the rain. Most importantly I love the way it makes me feel. Down to earth and back to the person I am. It's so odd how nature just makes me feel so complete. I probably sound like a freak. Mark my words in a good twenty years I'll probs be a hippie :) 

just a small town girl.

I will always be a small town girl. i couldn't have asked to grow up in a more beautiful place with even more beautiful people.

photo credit: amandagphotography. seriously, check her out. 

my hubby.

This post is dedicated to the man who I will spend this life and all eternity with, my husband. I don't know who it is yet but I wrote him a letter last night and just thought I would share a piece of that letter here. 

To my husband for all time and eternity.

I promise myself and you that I will make choices now for our future family. I will stay worthy of my temple recommend. I will be an example of the power of virtue. I will firmly set my faith on the savior. I will attend my church meetings and pay close attention to instructions from the spirit. I will study, understand, and live the truths of the scriptures, the words of the prophets, and for the strength of youth pamphlet. I will prepare myself now to be the kind of wife and mother that I know I can be if I will prepare. I will pray with faith everyday and ask for guidance to make important decisions. Every time i go out with my friends or on a date I will remember the covenants I have made and the covenants I will yet make. 

Love: Your Wife 

That's just a small portion of what I wrote to my eternal companion last night. I truly love this gospel so much and cannot wait for the day that I am sealed in the temple to my forever family.  It may be lame that I write to my future husband but I do it a lot. One day he'll appreciate it :) 

 

trust him.

It has been brought to my attention that I've been a total slacker when it comes to the blog. I've had this post in mind for a few days now and I'm pretty sure it's a good time to share. 

Heavenly Father has a beautiful plan for your life. Trust him. This has been heavy in my heart for the past couple weeks actually. Lately I've been making the worst decisions for myself and I haven't felt like the person that I know I am. Sometimes satan lets the world get in the way when your on the right path. Seriously The Lord loves us all. He has such an amazing plan for us. For our lives and future. I know I haven't been totally worthy of the spirit to be with but I've never appreciated the spirit so much. 

Saturday night I took a well needed trip to the temple to just sit and seek the answers I so desperately need/needed. I opened up a book about the roles of women in the church that my grandma had given me for graduation. As I read what she wrote on the inside of the cover my heart became full and tears swelled in my eyes. One phrase stood out the most: "to a girl who is loved" I have no idea how to explain how powerful this is and was to me. I felt the saviors love over come me. It truly was such a big testimony builder.  

Sometimes when we are on the right track we let life get in the way. We forget to do the things that keep us on the right track. When that happens satan, being the peach that he is, makes us feel so unworthy of feeling the spirit and being protected by the Holy Ghost. I know without a doubt in my heart that the atonement of Jesus Christ was for me. He suffered for me personally and through the atonement of our savior I know I can change.  I know that I have changed and there is nothing or anyone who will put my relationship with The Lord at risk. 

I'm not exactly sure what this post is even about but I guess I've just found my passion for the gospel that I had lost for a brief moment. Heavenly father knows our goals, dreams, desires in life and I know he is mindful of them. I know that as long as we all stay true to him and stay true to the faith that life will be so much more than what the world wants us to think. 

I am a proud member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I have a testimony of this gospel that burns deep in my heart. I know without any hesitation that I was sent here on earth to share this beautiful gospel with those who are seeking for truth and light. I love this gospel so much and I wouldn't be who I am without it. 

Don't let others make you forget what you believe in. Stay true to the faith always. 

embrace the awkwardness.

The weekend was seriously the best thing to happen since sliced bread. So many things just fell into place so perfectly and I came to realize a few things. 

The first thing I learned was that the mind of a boy is way more complicated than I could ever imagine. Also, that I've missed so many clues that guys actually do like me. Go figure. Miracles do happen :)

Another thing I learned is that sometimes The Lord puts people into your life who happen to be just like you. It's so awesome to know that there are other girls out there going through similar life experiences as myself. It's funny how The Lord places then into our lives without us even knowing it. 

I also have come to appreciate all the freebies. While sitting under a grape arbor it hit me. Sometimes we look at our trials with the wrong perspective and that it's really The Lord saving you from something that might have been even worse. I like to think of them as "the freebie blessings". 

I really need to work on my attitude of gratitude. My friend, bryce, had his mission farewell on Sunday and his topic fit him so perfectly. I need to be more grateful for the life I live and the things I am privileged to experience. I guess you could say when I grow up I want to have the attributes of Bryce Drawe. I will for sure be working on it from now on. 

Lastly, I have come to realize that there is absolutely nothing wrong with being yourself. I am probably the most awkward person on the face of the planet. I'm so weird and different I'm surprised I have the friends I do. It's so rad to be different and stand out. I've always be sort of embarrassed about being so awkward and I had wished so badly to change. Embracing the awkwardness is probably the best thing that you can do for yourself. When you focus on being you and content with all life has to offer nothing else can compare to that pure happiness that is felt. You can't be 100% happy until you're happy with the person that you are. Life is hard but through Christ and the amazing blessing of this beautiful gospel anything is possible. So my little bloggers, join me on the journey to embracing the awkward. 

I'm awkward but I'm real and I hope that you see there's charm in being with someone like me :)

sunday nights in the valley.

Tonight I was reminded of how much I love the sunset and not having a care in the world. I guess this goes along with the post before this one. 

I'm so grateful to have spent my Sunday with Tasha baking cookies and jamming out at sunset :) I know I post pictures on every social network known to man but, I don't care :)  so enjoy....

Yes, that's the middle finger. Nope, I'm not sorry :) 

I love Jessica Langston :)

Pure bliss in hurricane. 

I'm hawt. 

I know that's a ton of pictures. I kept most of them to myself so... You're welcome. Tasha wouldn't let me take any pictures of her but we did make a couple videos :) we posted one on Facebook so be sure to check it out :) also, always remember your love for the valley! 

sunset.

The best place to watch the sunset is definitely at my nama's house. 

There's just something about sitting in the front yard with the people I love most that makes everything feel so right. I'm so thankful that even though everyone's getting older we can still come together like old times. I don't think I've ever appreciated this beautiful valley before. I'm making it a personal goal to admire hurricane more. I love this little town and the beauty it holds. I love the family bonds and community. I love hurricane :) there's definitely no place like home! 

it's a choice.

Everything in life is choice. Whether that's a good choice or a not so wonderful choice. I don't want to say a bad choice because I believe that choices help shape people into who they're meant to be. 

It's a choice to be offended. Today there were a few comments made about me and I felt really crummy about them. While I pondered on how I was going to bash them on a blog post I stopped and thought about it. I decided to make the choice to only listen to those that mean everything to me. The opinion of someone I don't even know should not effect me and it won't. 

I think that in life we are put in difficult positions that makes the choices harder to make. As I said before I think that they make us better people. Life really is all about making choices that we see fit for ourselves. Please little bloggers, don't make temporary choices. Everything has a consequence. Don't let your temporary wants get in the way of the bigger picture.  

I guess what in really trying to say is choose happiness. Choose to make the world a better place. Make the choice that you know deep in your heart is right. It's your life, your choices. Do what makes you happy. 

the fourth.

This year for the Fourth of July I had planned to watch tv and eat all the junk known to man. I was happily surprised when Hamilton came to town. I haven't known Hami very long but we always seem to hit it off. He reminds me of my cousin, Keanu. So easy to talk to, a good listener, keeps conversation going and funny as heck! Last night we were able to catch up and enjoy some saucy fireworks :) 

Super bad quality but he totally rocked it. 

This lady thought we were engaged and I got so embarrassed. Hamilton on the other hand played it up. So I guess I'm getting married ;)

Some awesome fireworks that I almost missed. 

It really was such a great Fourth of July. It was even better to have spent it with an unexpected guest. I'm so glad to have a friend who has his life on track and is willing to work for everything. I hope we become better friends and continue this much needed friendship :) 

Bloggers, surround yourselves with people who lift you up, make you want to be a better a better person, and aren't afraid to show that actions do speak louder than words. Seriously, I'm so blessed to have this kid in my life right now :) hope you all had an amazing Fourth of July! 

A little side note: i couldn't forget this one! I didn't want to forget either :)  Hami's motto is "twerk while you work!" Haha 

3 years.

I've had so much to ponder about today and my heart is so full. As I walked my beautiful little neighborhood today I thought about when I moved here and my life changed. 

Three years ago I met my best friend. We moved into the same neighborhood around the same time. I wish I could say it was friendship at first sight but that couldn't be more wrong. Well, this post isn't really about how I fell in love with my best friend so I'll skip ahead :) Joey had been such a blessing in my life since day one. I am so grateful that we became so close and were able to share so much. I'll never forget the countless nights of studying history and having those late night jam sesh. (If you haven't noticed I'm a complete sucker for a jam sesh.) I remember he would walk my dog with me and we would talk about so many stupid things. Joey and I have come such a long way and I'm so grateful that he was there for me during some rough times. I'm so glad that I got to go to my senior homecoming with such a great friend :) it makes me sad that we don't really talk or have much of a friendship anymore but I will always consider Josiah Toatasi as my best friend through some trying times. I wish we still shared that friendship and pray every night that our paths will cross again. I pray that someday he'll see that I'm always here no matter what. That I'll always love him unconditionally. 

Three years ago I was such a different person. I guess I lied about this post not just being about my friend cause that's all this is. I honestly would not be the person I am without this kid. He taught me that even though you may lose sight of what's important that you must cling to your testimony. He also is one of the key factors of why I chose to go on a mission. I owe Joey so much and one day I'll be sure to thank him. 

build the future.

Wednesday's theme was all about building the future. We started the day off with a game of capture the flag. 

All the capture the flag players. 

The oh so lovely green team :) that technically won all the game. The red team is a bunch of cheaters! Haha 

So the last day at the reunion is always fiafia night. All of us third generation kids did a flash mob to Beyonce's move your body. Never in my life have I laughed so hard! We did the exact dance as the music video. Now imagine a bunch of poly kids. Haha 

Look at these attractive kids :) all of us are single ;) 

My grandparents were unable to attend this reunion and it crushes my heart. So in honor of them we did a little skit about how they fell in love and did a little dance! 

So I didn't have much to post about this day and I'm feeling pretty lame but oh well :) the lesson I learned on this day was that while working on loving the present make sure you're building such a bright future :) 

love the present.

On Tuesday our reunion theme was Love the Present. We were able to go to balboa beach and play tons of crazy games. Okay so the thing I learned on Tuesday about the love the present is that life goes by fast. It was so nice to spend some quality time with my favorite people ever. We played in the ocean for hours and it is my absolute favorite thing probably in the history of ever. 

This is my awesome battle wound from being repeatedly thrown again the shore by the roughest waves known to mankind. 

Dani and I think we're cool. Don't crush our dreams ;) 

The sunset was pretty amazing. A little side note: Dani can't do a handstand to save her life but she's super cute for trying :)

After sunset we had the most amazing jam session and bonfire. Honestly, I have never been so at peace with life. It reminded me of when I was younger and all of us kids would just kick it. In that moment i really was started to see the bigger picture. Loving the present is one of the best things we can do for ourselves. 

I am so beyond blessed to have such an amazing family who teach me so much everyday. I am so grateful for the lessons that I'm learning. I am so proud to be a Purcell descendent and all the things that come with it. 

Love the present my little bloggers, because it will soon be the past that you'll honor :)

honor the past.

Today was the first day of our Purcell Family Reunion 2013. Today's theme was all about honoring the past. We started the day off at the cemetery and it really was such an amazing thing. 

Even though I have never met my great grandparents, Iese and Siai Purcell, they mean the world to me. They were all about doing things for the family and making sure everyone felt loved. It was so neat to be able to sit at the gravesite and hear wonderful stories about my great parents. 

We also were able to reminisce about the most perfect man who ever lived. My uncle Jerry Wilson. I miss him so much and I am so grateful to be so close with his children. My cousins are honestly my best friends which I'm guessing you have gathered from this blog. We seriously sat at their home watching YouTube videos for a solid two and half hours. I cannot imagine spending my time with better people doing anything more fun than this afternoon. 

I guess the lesson I learned today was that we need to know our roots. By honoring the past and asking questions about where we come from is so important. I am so grateful to come from such strong members of the gospel who are proud of the island they come from. I cannot imagine coming from a better family who stresses the importance of family bonding and things of that sort. 

Also, I think that it is important to leave behind a past that future generations will love and cherish as much as I cherish mine. It also reminds me that I am leaving behind a past that I should be proud of. My heart is full because I can say without a doubt in my mind that I am proud of my past. I wouldn't be half the person I am without it. 

I love you, Ma and Pa. Thank you for leaving behind such a beautiful legacy. I cannot wait until I meet you both on the other side :)

becoming a better me.

Tonight I got to talk to probably the only person who understands how I feel. I am so blessed to have such an amazingly strong person in my life right now. She shared a few things with me and it really made soooo much sense. 

She spoke to me about how i tend to sell myself short. I'm a girl, it's only natural. I feel like I need to be honest here, so please whoever reads this be kind. I have the lowest self esteem ever. I am always looking at the great qualities of others and comparing them to my flaws. This was sort of important to the conversation because I recently got out of a weird relationship thing. If I go for guys that are just okay and that I could be comfortable with then that's what I'll get. That's what I have gotten. 

I am such a young girl and have so much going for myself. I realized tonight that I only deserve the best. To truly have only the best I need to remind myself of how amazing I am. I need to not settle for okay because I am a daughter of god who only deserves the worlds greatest. This post probably makes me sound so cocky but this is my blog so if you don't like this... Get off my blog :) 

I guess what I'm trying to say is that if you want the best things out of life you have got to believe with your whole heart that those are the things you deserve. 

I know right now I don't think very well of myself but that is going to change. It won't happen over night but for now I will remind myself everyday that I am of infinite worth and I only deserve the best. I honestly believe that if you remind yourself, out loud, about your goals everyday that they will come true. 

I need to put myself first and that starts today. I think that at such a young age it's healthy to put yourself first. 

Take care of yourself, because you are your own worse critic. Because you deserve all the wonderful things life has to offer and nobody should make you feel differently. 

negatives.

So I've been encouraged to write down all the negatives about a recent relationship. That probably sounds horrible but It's to remind myself that I didn't like the way I was treated and that I can and WILL do better :)

So here we go:

-tried to date my cousin

-didn't want people to know about us 

-chose a not so awesome girl instead of me

-smoking pot and doing drugs 

-blaming my brother for your actions

-lying about how far we went (we kissed once, douche)

-only came and saw me when you were high

-taking my feelings for granted

-calling me every name in the book

-not letting me talk to anybody else

-treating me like I'm stupid

-having your cousins call and make fun of me

-showing me no respect what so ever

-always treating me like a second choice

-calling me a cry baby because I actually showed some emotions

-talking bad about me to other people

-bringing up things I told you in confidence to make me look dumb

-only took me out when it was late at night and nobody was around

-lying to me about stupid things

-taking my friendship for granted because I'm always there for you

-you never tried to build me up 

-were never really there when I needed you the most 

-your family intimidates the heck out of me

-you don't keep your word

-the way you treated me really was so crappy

-you made me feel like no matter how hard I tried, I was never going to be good enough for you. 

Those are just a few things why my  crappy. I won't blog about the good things because I'll always keep them so close to my heart. This post is for me to read when I'm having the toughest time letting go. 

I am a beautiful daughter of Heavenly Father and will be treated like one and nothing less. 

let go.

I've never fully understood why people hold on to things. I mean if it only tears you down why on earth would you want to keep it? I'm not calling anyone out except for myself. I tend to hold onto things for far too long. It's like I enjoy watching myself get knocked down. Jacked up, huh? Well guess what my little bloggers? I'm done with holding on. 

I tend to see the past a thousand times better than what it was in some instances. Sometimes I think that I hold on to thing that I want to happen. If that makes sense at all. In no way am i saying not to hope for good things, just don't dwell on them. For reals just live life being yourself and don't take for granted one single moment of it. I am so grateful for every single thing that has and will happen in my life. I feel like everything happens for a reason. I really think that when that reason is fulfilled then it's time to say thank you and move on. I'm not saying that goodbyes are easy or even fun but really don't punish yourself. 

I guess what I'm trying to say is don't hold on to people who belittle you, treat you bad, don't respect you, don't bring out the best in you and doesn't bring you closer to your goals in life. I've had a few people like this in my life and lately it's been a real struggle. I should have let some people go looooong ago. You better believe that I'm letting go for good. 

Okay, really now. Respect yourself enough to let go of things. You were sent here to live a beautiful life so embrace the great things :) At times you may want to settle and give up. Don't. You deserve so much more than you give yourself credit for. 

Let go, you deserve it. 

dixie rock & ulu

Tonight will go down in Polynesian history. We made plans and they actually happened :) I was able to go spend some time at Denny's and Dixie rock with the coolest cats I know! 

I know what you're thinking. All my cousins are brown and beautiful. My family just has some great genes. It happens :) 

I now would like to share a little bit more about one of them. The one person who truly has inspired me to write this blog and become a better person. 

Ulu Fano. This girl really is such an example to me. I love when we do our "confession sessions" and she listens with no judgement at all. I'm so grateful that she is one if the few people that I can trust :) Ulu has such a kindness about her that is hard to find. It amazes me that she only speaks kindly of those who are not so awesome. I honestly admire that about her so much! I want so badly to be more like her everyday! If the world had more people like her I think it would be a better place :) Nobody better ever mess with her because in all honesty she only deserves wonderful things :) I wish everyone was cool enough to have Ulu as a cousin :) Ulu, if you're reading this, I love you cuzzy! Thanks a gazillion for everything you do for me!