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...that I am the most random blogger of all time. My reasoning for this is that I wait such a while in between blogs that when I sit down to do it again I have so many things that I want to share that its ALL over the place... I am going to do my best to keep this one pretty contained...For those of you who know me, you know that there are 4 teams so close to my heart that they have a significant effect on my emotions... Bears, Bulls, Cubs, and (of course) the rebs - football and basketball teams. Now lets face it... I was in deep dispair after the Bears and Bulls delivered somewhat disappointing results for their previous seasons (to say the VERY least). However, I stayed true to CHI (as any fans of Chicago have become acustomed to doing) and held my breath for March when the Cubs would take the field for another baseball season. Just to clear things up, I have been a Cubs fan FOREVER, not just since they became good (Which people are quick to say when you can finally express some appreciation to a tem) Anyway, I knew this year would be different because, as many of my friends can attest to, I have always said 2008 would be THE YEAR!...Ladies and gentlemen here we are ready to enter the October and the CHICAGO CUBS ARE BACK TO BACK DIVISION CHAMPS! ah what a sweet feeling! We have clinched the division and our rightful spot in the playoffs. Just a little side note...this is the first time we have won the division two years in a row since the 1908 division (the last year the Cubs won a world series!!!) This is really a great team! They have always been on the cusp of having a great time, but we seemed to lack in the area of a GREAT pitching staff....we've had good, but we needed GREAT! You should all know that I am not counting my chickens by any means. If any of you know Cubs baseball and a little thing I like to call the Billly Goat Curse, you know how fast the luck can change for the Cubs. But I have high hopes and I am stating now that I will pee my pants if they make it to the series and die the happiest girl alive if they would win it! GO CUBBIES!!
Oh..and the Rebels are off to a GREAT start to this football season. This is highly unusual as UNLV fans have come to accept and in trust in the phrase "We'll see during basketball season." But these guys are doing a good job compared to what we've seen in the past. I hope they can keep their momentum going through the season (especially when the face BYU) ugh gross. Well...as I have gone on about one of my favorite things in this life, let me go to another. I MISS MY FRIENDS! I was a spoiled little girl I have come to realize. There was never a day from the time I was old enough to dial a phone that I did not have someone to call to hang out with. Even if it was just to sit around and watch tv, I always had someone constantly around. I have someone now, but there is a different spot thats hard to fill. The spot that used to consist of Del Taco runs, Carmines, OTH nights, strip drives, Nertz tournaments, Night games, and so much more. I love my life here in Vegas, but I wish I could have the best of both worlds...Thats the funny thing about life, no matter what we have we always want something more. MOVE HOME!!! :( oh and stop getting married... :)In less than 2 months I will be 21 years old. When did 21 start feeling like 14?! I seriously cant believe I am growing up and it is the weirdest thing in the world. Its a weird age I have decided cause you want to go both ways. You want to go back to being a kid, living the life without worries, stress, or responsibility...but you also want to move forward, take the next step, and become the one thing we thought we never would... and ADULT! This kinda back and fourth struggle can plant some serious doubts...for example I will share a story.. The other day I was at the gas station getting some drinks for my family after we had been working on my sisters new house all day. It was 6:00 at night. A lady was in there, hair messy, still in her pajamas, grocery shopping. I had a few moments of self reflection and scared the crap out of myself when I thought "What if i grow up to be THAT lady?" I freaked. I know I am not old, but I am petrified of growing up to amount to nothing. What if I grow up to be the girl who works at the gas station? What if I grow up to be the girl who grocery shops at the gas station!? I am not trying to pass judgement because I dont know their situations, but its a scary thought, the future. I just hope that I can work hard in school and life and be able to do something that I love that I can love and respect myself for. But honestly, I just want to be a Mom...Hmm...on a lighter note, today is my sister Stacie and Chris' FIRST YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Who would have thought they would make it a year right!? HA just kidding! But really its crazy! And tonight will be the first night they spend in their newly purchased FIRST HOME! We are all so proud of them and love them so much! 
Lastly, I LOVE this time of year. Everything starts to cool off, there is usually always a nice breeze. And the anticipation of the upcoming holidays gets me everytime! I love the Fall!!
Well lets see... it has been a crazy week and I am going to do my very best to explain it all though I have a million thoughts and finding words for them seems to be a little more difficult for me lately...#1- Today I went to a funeral for a good friend who passed away last week. Sad cirumstances, but the service was beautiful and there were definitly some good thoughts that I walked away with. My friend's grandpa spoke and said that funerals are funny in an interesting way...because only during those times does the gap between your life and your death become so small that you can actually take a glimpse into what the other side holds for us. Now personally, I am not a big fan of death. And I know, no one is. But I am actually scared of it really. But I was comforted and reassured in the fact that this Earth life is not the end. I was also reminded of the serenity prayer. And although I have come across and read it many times, the last line struck me harder than it ever has. It reads, "That I may be reasonably happy in this life and supremely happy with Him." I love my life here on earth. I love every moment I get to spend with my family, boyfriend, friends, and everyone I hold so dear to my heart. I have had amazing oppourtunities in my time and I have experienced so much. I am in no way ready to go.... because for me I think the reasonably happy includes a family of my own, an amazing husband, children, a career, a reason for my time on this earth perhaps and obviously another 75, maybe 80 years of being "reasonably happy" :) But I know of the great joy and SUPREME happiness I will feel when I return to live with my father in heaven. That was the most comforting thought of today. That even though we will all miss Garrett and his amazing spirit, he is SUPREMELY happy. And he is in a better place. And for that we can all be at peace. :)
#2: A best friend of mine got engaged Saturday night to her high school sweetheart! Yes ladies and gentlemen its true! Jillian Anderson and Eric Ringer are officially engaged and on the fast track of 3 months to becoming Mrs.and Mr. Eric Ringer! Ah that is nuts to say out loud!!! Try it I dare you! I honestly have never been more excited for one of my friends to get married! Don't get me wrong ladies, I have loved each and every one of your weddings and husband choices. But these two just have a soft spot in my heart. The reason is this. These two started dating my Junior year in high school....so thats about...oh 4 years ago! And you could honestly not find two people more perfect for each other. There has never been a time where I have been around the both of them where I haven't laughed hysterically or felt of the love each other! They are so caring and so considerate of each other. Well enough fawning... congratulations to the both of you! I know that your life together will be filled with nothing but amazing memories and happy times. Best wishes and good luck! #3 Last but CERTAINLY not least,...today September 9th... one of my BFF's was sent to this earth 20 years ago!!! Jacquelyn Valerie Orrock.... this one's for you!! "This is your birthday song...it isnt very long!! hey!" HAPPY BIRTHDAY JACKIE!! I love you soo much...lets go for the old 20 reasons why I love Jackie to death!!
1. She spent the better half of her high school years driving me around in the XTERRA!2. When I go and visit in Provo, she MAKES me sleep in her bed with her...trust me its not weird at all. Seriously.3. She's a good sport when Alyssa and I so kindly point out her Kip moments.4. She was pretty much my Mom my first year of college at SUU and took such great care of me.5. She has the most gorgeous hair ever!6. She is a closet freak... and I LOVE THAT!! ..Pocahontas and John Smith? :)7. She never ever judges me...even when I get a little crazy sometimes8. She has been the supplier of many Amp ups especially on long road trips and the big rigs were necessary.9. She is independant and stands on her own two feet.10. She is extremely nurturing.11. She is always willing to help someone who needs it.12. Whenever somebody says something that could have a dirty conotation (i.e. this sure is a big pickle...) you will always here a small little giggle coming from somewhere and its ALWAYS Jackie haha. 13. Jackie... "Did you ever know that your my hero?!" haha....14. She lets me raid her closet whenever I need to or have an oppourtunity too.15. When I was getting my license she let me practice in the Altima. 16. She wrestles with me... her and her crazy legs!!...17. One time I accidentally hit her boys hehe...and she didnt even get mad! HAHA!18. She loves to take pictures and make amazing memories including bathing suits, snow and a very large tractor.19. She is one heck of a BFF and i love her to death!! 20. Jackie two words.... JAMES INGRAM!!I hope you have the best birthday ever and I love you soo much! I wish I could have been there but One more year till our clubbin phase begins!! :) I love you best friend!!
