Showing posts with label 30 Day Challenge. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 30 Day Challenge. Show all posts
Thursday, March 17, 2011
30 Day Challenge Over?
So my picture challenge is over! What a blast it has been! How weird to think that 30 days have gone by so quickly... so what will I be doing next? Who knows? I love the free feeling of this blog. I am able to post whatever I am thinking about, or doing, and just feel good about it. Watch out world, because you'll be getting more posts, just you wait & see!
Day 30 - Someone you miss
My sweet Grandma Westoby.
She lives in California & I rarely get to see her. She is the most amazing woman, multi talented in art and so very loving. Every morning she gets up to feed the pig, chickens, cats, & dogs on the farm at my parents home. She likes to wear blue. She looks just like my little sister. Hearing her say "I love you" is the most sincere expression you'll ever hear. I love her, and miss her very much.
She lives in California & I rarely get to see her. She is the most amazing woman, multi talented in art and so very loving. Every morning she gets up to feed the pig, chickens, cats, & dogs on the farm at my parents home. She likes to wear blue. She looks just like my little sister. Hearing her say "I love you" is the most sincere expression you'll ever hear. I love her, and miss her very much.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile
This picture makes me smile because its of our Disneyland Day! AND because my camera is coming to me! It turned up in Rachel's car! Hidden away but found!!!! I am just so happy to see this colorful picture of people I love! This doesn't even include all of my family! If that doesn't make you smile, I don't know what does!
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Day 28 - Something you're afraid of
Heights
I don't know what it is, my stomach just lurches to my toes when I lean over a bridge, when I see someone base jump, bungee jump, or sky dive. But, luckily its not paralyzing. I can usually get on the roller coaster, or get to the top floor of the building just fine.
But this picture just scares me! These were men working on sky scrapers in New York. I don't care what I was being paid, I couldn't do this.
I don't know what it is, my stomach just lurches to my toes when I lean over a bridge, when I see someone base jump, bungee jump, or sky dive. But, luckily its not paralyzing. I can usually get on the roller coaster, or get to the top floor of the building just fine.
But this picture just scares me! These were men working on sky scrapers in New York. I don't care what I was being paid, I couldn't do this.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Day 27 - Yourself and a family member
Where to begin... I think this is too hard to pick just one... but I guess I will put one of the ones I have seen most recently soooo....
BRIT!
What an amazing person!!! I can't begin to tell you about how much I love her! Having one sister was what I ALWAYS wanted, little did I know that each of my brothers would bring with them another sister! I can't wait to meet my future sister-in-laws because of how much having her has blessed my life.
She is the most caring person I know, always wanting to include others & standing up for what is right even if it makes a situation awkward. So very motivated, going back to school & support my brother in all that he does. She just gets me and makes me feel valued & special, which I know is how she makes others feel. Always wants to do what is right, and isn't afraid to let you know if you have messed up, which is something a true friend does. I could go on and on and on, but that would be a very long post. I love Brit, end of story.
BRIT!
What an amazing person!!! I can't begin to tell you about how much I love her! Having one sister was what I ALWAYS wanted, little did I know that each of my brothers would bring with them another sister! I can't wait to meet my future sister-in-laws because of how much having her has blessed my life.
She is the most caring person I know, always wanting to include others & standing up for what is right even if it makes a situation awkward. So very motivated, going back to school & support my brother in all that he does. She just gets me and makes me feel valued & special, which I know is how she makes others feel. Always wants to do what is right, and isn't afraid to let you know if you have messed up, which is something a true friend does. I could go on and on and on, but that would be a very long post. I love Brit, end of story.
Day 26 - Something that means a lot to you
Gestures of Love
My life has lately been filled with gestures of love from those around me. Be it sweet birthday wishes in a quick text, tulips from a friend, hugs when something is lost, a blog post that makes me feel warm fuzzies, someone finding lost items, or new down comforters. I named just a few of the people who have given me gestures of love in the past couple of days, and there are more that I can't even begin to thank. You should know who you are, you have all made my days better with sweet smiles, quick "i love you"s, opening the door for me, or just offering me a tootsie roll. I love you, and those small gestures mean a lot to me.
My life has lately been filled with gestures of love from those around me. Be it sweet birthday wishes in a quick text, tulips from a friend, hugs when something is lost, a blog post that makes me feel warm fuzzies, someone finding lost items, or new down comforters. I named just a few of the people who have given me gestures of love in the past couple of days, and there are more that I can't even begin to thank. You should know who you are, you have all made my days better with sweet smiles, quick "i love you"s, opening the door for me, or just offering me a tootsie roll. I love you, and those small gestures mean a lot to me.
Day 25 - A picture of your day
Saturday March 12, 2011
DISNEYLAND DAY!
I was so excited to post a picture of my day, because I was at Disneyland with my family for our favorite family trip, the second weekend in March. We get all prepped for the trip with weekly trivia questions & friendly competition HERE. I was so excited & I took lots of wonderful pictures... sadly, I lost my camera on Saturday. I have cried about this, and come to peace with it. Luckily a lot of the family took photos, so as soon as I get those from them, I will post it here. I'm sorry about the lack of photo today.
DISNEYLAND DAY!
I was so excited to post a picture of my day, because I was at Disneyland with my family for our favorite family trip, the second weekend in March. We get all prepped for the trip with weekly trivia questions & friendly competition HERE. I was so excited & I took lots of wonderful pictures... sadly, I lost my camera on Saturday. I have cried about this, and come to peace with it. Luckily a lot of the family took photos, so as soon as I get those from them, I will post it here. I'm sorry about the lack of photo today.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Day 24 - Something you wish you could change
The distance between places! It makes me too far away from people and places I love!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Day 23 - Your favorite book
The best book I ever read was "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho. It inspired me, calmed me, and made me remember why books are a blessing. Just a few of the quotes that moved me....
The secret is here in the present. If you pay attention to the present, you can improve upon it. And, if you improve on the present, what comes later will also be better. Forget about the future, and live each day according to the teachings, confident that God loves his children. Each day, in itself, brings with it an eternity.
The future belongs to God, and it is only he who reveals it, under extraordinary circumstances.
Everything has been written by the same hand.
When a person really desires something, all the universe conspires to help that person to realize his dream.
Remember that wherever your heart is, there you will find your treasure. You've got to find the treasure, so that everything you have learned along the way can make sense.
One is loved because one is loved. No reason is needed for loving.
The wise men understood that this natural world is only an image and a copy of paradise. The existence of this world is simply a guarantee that there exists a world that is perfect. God created the world so that, through its visible objects, men could understand his spiritual teachings and the marvels of this wisdom.
All people who are happy have God within them.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Day 22 - Something you wish you were better at
Follow Through.
I am so full of creative ideas & I get so excited for these projects, but they end up... unfinished. Its depressing to see folder after folders of incomplete drawings, doodles, stories, etc.
I am so full of creative ideas & I get so excited for these projects, but they end up... unfinished. Its depressing to see folder after folders of incomplete drawings, doodles, stories, etc.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Day 21 - Something you wish you could forget
Bad Hair
On my 16th birthday I asked my mom to get a perm. I had always wanted beautiful curly hair, so this was my chance. So she made the appointment, and although I smelled like eggs, I couldn't be happier. Sadly, my hair was not quite what I had envisioned. I was a frizzy, thin haired looking mess that no amount of moose could tame or make look fuller. I was disappointed, extremely, but I felt that my fate was still salvagable... then the unthinkable happened. The fact that my hair had been highlighted blonde, combined with the killing power of the perm solution, fried my hair. Instant mini mullet mohawk on the top of my head. I unfortunately do not have photos of that lovely do, but here are some from that same time.
[shudder]
This is when it started to grow out so I could straighten it more easily... still so gross
On my 16th birthday I asked my mom to get a perm. I had always wanted beautiful curly hair, so this was my chance. So she made the appointment, and although I smelled like eggs, I couldn't be happier. Sadly, my hair was not quite what I had envisioned. I was a frizzy, thin haired looking mess that no amount of moose could tame or make look fuller. I was disappointed, extremely, but I felt that my fate was still salvagable... then the unthinkable happened. The fact that my hair had been highlighted blonde, combined with the killing power of the perm solution, fried my hair. Instant mini mullet mohawk on the top of my head. I unfortunately do not have photos of that lovely do, but here are some from that same time.
[shudder]
This is when it started to grow out so I could straighten it more easily... still so gross
Monday, March 7, 2011
Day 20 - Somewhere you'd love to travel
Europe
I think its obvious why I want to visit Europe, I mean, its simply beautiful & so full of history. To look at things that were built thousands of years ago, just boggles my mind. Here are just a few of the places I would love to visit.
Stonehenge
The Colosseum
The Pantheon
The Eiffel Tower
And still more! Ooooo to go and travel, to hear other languages spoken, to see the original copies of art I've always admired, just to experience life in other parts of the world, to feel miles away from where I am now... would be such an adventure.
I think its obvious why I want to visit Europe, I mean, its simply beautiful & so full of history. To look at things that were built thousands of years ago, just boggles my mind. Here are just a few of the places I would love to visit.
Stonehenge
The Colosseum
The Pantheon
The Eiffel Tower
And still more! Ooooo to go and travel, to hear other languages spoken, to see the original copies of art I've always admired, just to experience life in other parts of the world, to feel miles away from where I am now... would be such an adventure.
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Day 19 - When you were little
Now I don't know what you're thinking, but I think I was just about the darn cutest little blonde hula girl there ever was. I mean, look at my coconut bra!
Day 18 - Your biggest insecurity
Everybody has insecurities, but I try not to think about them, or linger on them, because that doesn't help any of us see that we are children of God. To be insecure is to lack of confidence or assurance, or to have self-doubt. So why would I want to give you an example of one of my biggest insecurities? I guess to show that I'm just like everybody else, that I can feel inadequate, and that I do not always remember that I am daughter of the divine. But, also to remind you that accepting/realizing your insecurities gets you one step closer to overcoming them. So here it goes:
My Weight
I am a fairly confident woman, with a healthy outlook on my body. But weight has been bothersome. I do believe I am working towards a more healthy lifestyle which makes me feel better about myself every day.
Don't linger on your insecurities, remember how wonderful you are! And if you don't remember, ask those who love you, and I know they'll remind you what an amazingly beautiful person you are!
My Weight
I am a fairly confident woman, with a healthy outlook on my body. But weight has been bothersome. I do believe I am working towards a more healthy lifestyle which makes me feel better about myself every day.
Don't linger on your insecurities, remember how wonderful you are! And if you don't remember, ask those who love you, and I know they'll remind you what an amazingly beautiful person you are!
Friday, March 4, 2011
Day 17 - Something that has made an impact on your life recently
ART
I don't know why, but I have realized my innate desire to draw & doodle my brains out! Jon has been so supportive of me, buying me colored pencils, paint brushes, art pads, and oil paints. He's just the sweetest spouse. I have been putting off drawing because I can't leave my art out. Sometimes you need to be able to do a little work, and let it sit, coming back to it later with fresh eyes. We unfortunately live in a small one bedroom basement with a very very small table which serves as counter space + our dinning table + our desk for computers & work + anything else we need a table top for. So this limited space does not allow me to leave my work out for days at a time until I'm ready to leap back in again.
This has been a challenge.
I think I've figured it out though. I've been trying to do just a little bit of art every day. Whether it be writing in my journal to doodle the events, or using my colored pencils on a paper drawing, or pulling out the water colors for a quick picture. So I guess the thing that has made the greatest impact is the realization that I can contribute to & grow my talents in small ways, not just in huge projects.
So here is one I colored the other night. Just a mermaid, it wont take too long to finish her.
I don't know why, but I have realized my innate desire to draw & doodle my brains out! Jon has been so supportive of me, buying me colored pencils, paint brushes, art pads, and oil paints. He's just the sweetest spouse. I have been putting off drawing because I can't leave my art out. Sometimes you need to be able to do a little work, and let it sit, coming back to it later with fresh eyes. We unfortunately live in a small one bedroom basement with a very very small table which serves as counter space + our dinning table + our desk for computers & work + anything else we need a table top for. So this limited space does not allow me to leave my work out for days at a time until I'm ready to leap back in again.
This has been a challenge.
I think I've figured it out though. I've been trying to do just a little bit of art every day. Whether it be writing in my journal to doodle the events, or using my colored pencils on a paper drawing, or pulling out the water colors for a quick picture. So I guess the thing that has made the greatest impact is the realization that I can contribute to & grow my talents in small ways, not just in huge projects.
So here is one I colored the other night. Just a mermaid, it wont take too long to finish her.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Day 16 - Someone who inspires you
My Aunt Jackie
She's really just been an amazing inspiration lately. She's just has the most positive outlook on life. She's determined to make the best of any situation & always encourages me to not give up on things I love. She's sweet to everyone she knows/meets & always makes you feel loved & special. She has this way of telling stories that makes it so that you can't help but laugh! I love the hilarious things she tells me about my mom. Everything about her just shows how enthusiastic she is about life & how much optimism she has no matter the challenge.
This Aunt Jackie, me, and my mom in our Easter bonnets.
She's really just been an amazing inspiration lately. She's just has the most positive outlook on life. She's determined to make the best of any situation & always encourages me to not give up on things I love. She's sweet to everyone she knows/meets & always makes you feel loved & special. She has this way of telling stories that makes it so that you can't help but laugh! I love the hilarious things she tells me about my mom. Everything about her just shows how enthusiastic she is about life & how much optimism she has no matter the challenge.
This Aunt Jackie, me, and my mom in our Easter bonnets.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Day 15 - Something you want to do before you die
Service Mission for Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with Jon. We may not really be this old, but I would like to think we'd still look that adorable :)
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Day 14: Someone you couldn't imagine your life without
Jonathan, my husband
Honestly I couldn't be without him. He's all the things I need, logical when I'm all emotions. Sweet when I'm all whine. Muscle when I'm all whimp. He's my handsome man & I can't imagine life without him. I can't believe we'll have been married 3 years this August.
Three things that have changed from having Jon in my life:
1. Sleeping - I hated having someone close to me when we were first married, but Jon forced me to let him hug me while we slept. Although that took a while, I can't imagine a night without him now.
2. Eating Out - Jon has taught me how to appreciate food & being served. I can't go out to great food without wishing Jon was there to enjoy it with me
3. Driving - since we've been married I've really come to appreciate sitting in the passenger seat & not having to stress about the thick traffic.
Jon's taught me so much. About growing up and being responsible, about working together as a team. He's brought me closer to my Savior, and has been such an example of endless love for family. He will be there at a moments notice for anyone who needs it. He is the patriarch of our little family, and he loves me eternally. I never understood how much love can grow for one person until I had him.
Honestly I couldn't be without him. He's all the things I need, logical when I'm all emotions. Sweet when I'm all whine. Muscle when I'm all whimp. He's my handsome man & I can't imagine life without him. I can't believe we'll have been married 3 years this August.
Three things that have changed from having Jon in my life:
1. Sleeping - I hated having someone close to me when we were first married, but Jon forced me to let him hug me while we slept. Although that took a while, I can't imagine a night without him now.
2. Eating Out - Jon has taught me how to appreciate food & being served. I can't go out to great food without wishing Jon was there to enjoy it with me
3. Driving - since we've been married I've really come to appreciate sitting in the passenger seat & not having to stress about the thick traffic.
Jon's taught me so much. About growing up and being responsible, about working together as a team. He's brought me closer to my Savior, and has been such an example of endless love for family. He will be there at a moments notice for anyone who needs it. He is the patriarch of our little family, and he loves me eternally. I never understood how much love can grow for one person until I had him.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Day 13: Favorite band or artist
Sarah McLachlan
I love her voice. Its so full of emotion, yet so beautiful! I have always wanted to be able to sing a lullaby like she can. I love her rendition of Rainbow Connection
I love her voice. Its so full of emotion, yet so beautiful! I have always wanted to be able to sing a lullaby like she can. I love her rendition of Rainbow Connection
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Day 12: Something you love
The story of Peter Pan
There is something so blissful at the thought of flying away to Neverland & leaving all grown up cares behind. For much of my young life I was determined I would not grow up, determined that Neverland must exist. Glad to say I never was swept away, because there is so much I would have missed out on. Being a grown up is not as horrible as it seems, because of love & family. I believe the story endures because J.M. Barrie made that a big part of the story, the deciding factor to make the Darling children come home. And in the end, isn't that what we really want? Love?
There is something so blissful at the thought of flying away to Neverland & leaving all grown up cares behind. For much of my young life I was determined I would not grow up, determined that Neverland must exist. Glad to say I never was swept away, because there is so much I would have missed out on. Being a grown up is not as horrible as it seems, because of love & family. I believe the story endures because J.M. Barrie made that a big part of the story, the deciding factor to make the Darling children come home. And in the end, isn't that what we really want? Love?
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