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