Almost Christmas!

Honestly, how does time pass by so quickly?! Is it just me or does anyone else feel like the days are flying by faster then ever!

Well, finals are almost here and miraculously I have retained a teaspoon of my sanity, I think, or maybe it's just a pinch ;D

I will be very happy for the break! But it is very bitter sweet. I am going to miss some of my best friends that are in my classes! I find that no matter how much you want to, if they're not in your classes it is SO hard to ever find time to actually do something with them! Besides the quick hello that you say when you pass each other while walking to class!

I have so much to do before Christmas! I really want to try to keep up on dance and some school and reading during the break! But with all the projects I have who knows what I'll actually get done! ;D

And no, I probably won't get pictures on here until after Christmas. Sadly my computer time is pretty much non-existent when I am not doing school, but there are good things about that too!

I've pretty much gotten used to the braces now, and I haven't needed to take any kind of pain killer! Even tightening them wasn't too bad. The hardest part is trying to find food that is; legal, easy to eat, and possible to eat! It's the weirdest feeling when I'm trying to chew food and it feels like I don't have any teeth at all and I'm chewing aimlessly with my gums! ;D hehe

I hope that everyone is enjoying the Christmas Season. I have to admit that I am going to miss the slightly warmer weather of Christmas in St. George, but I guess there's times and seasons for everything! And because of 'wonderful' finals I don't get to go to warm Arizona with my Dad and sisters, but the other three of us will just have to party! There is happiness to find in everything! ;D

Merry Christmas everyone!

;o) I should have pictures!

Well the braces are on and I am in pain again. It hasn't really been that bad. I just REALLY want to grind my teeth because of all the pressure and my bottom lip really isn't appreciating the metal that keeps rubbing against it. But I'm doing okay. Maybe one of these days I put a picture on here.

This November our family has started a new tradition. Usually we put up the Christmas tree the Sunday or Monday after Emma's birthday (Oct. 31st), but this year we decided to put up our "Thanksgiving Tree"! It has red, orange, and yellow lights, decorated with pine cones, sparkling mini pumpkins and fake leaves where we have written what we're thankful for on them, covering the tree. I LOVE it! Especially since I'm not ready for Christmas quite yet. Maybe I'll get a picture of the tree on here too eventually! ;o) Well, a class is about to come into the writing lab so I better run! Happy November everyone!

Update ;-)

Well, I just have a few minutes so hopefully this will be quick.

• I got a 'dry socket' in one of my wisdom teeth areas, but it is finally getting better after 6 days.
• Got an A on my British Lit. Paper and 100% on my British Lit. Test.
• Still trying to sell our goats, I don't like selling them at all!
• Get braces on Nov. 11th, not looking forward to the pain.
• Brittani Terry is going to have her baby any time now which means I get to substitute. I'm exciting for the learning experience it will be, but still kinda nervous.
• Can't wait for Thanksgiving and Christmas Break.
• Not excited for how much busier next semester will be.
• Finally got caught up on my french homework yesterday.
• Have lots of work to do on the farm!
• Don't like the cold weather.
• Need to register for the National ACT that I've never taken.
• Need to study for the ACT.
• Need to figure out what fun things I can make for our fun family "Harvest Day" (Halloween) tradition.
• Need to start writing more to my sister Emma's story for her birthday. Can't believe she's turning 10! Since I'm about 10 years older than her that makes me feel old ;-)
• Things are going good!

That was a bit more than I planned on writing but I guess that's it in a nutshell. Things are going a lot better than they were a few days ago! I know that prayer works and that the Priesthood truly is powerful! I am so thankful that my dad is a worthy Priesthood holder so that he could give me a wonderful and much needed blessing for my wisdom teeth adventure! It has given me so much comfort!

Have a wonderful (hopefully sunny) day! ;-)

Only a Minute

I just have a minute to write so this will be very quick! I got my wisdom teeth out over the break. It was definitely inspiration on my parent's part to schedule it then! It would have been misery to have to go to school while I was in pain! I still am, but it's bearable I guess! My dad gave me a blessing before I went and I know that has helped me a lot! I haven't really gotten swollen! Thank goodness for tender mercies!

Fall Break!!! (and my thoughts)

Hmm.... Thank goodness for Fall Break! Though I can't say I'm excited to get my wisdom teeth out, but it'll be a whole lot better getting them out and having a break, than having to go to school while I'm in a great deal of pain! I'm just glad it'll be done with... as long as I don't have the nerve damage they said I might have. That's where faith comes in right!

This is such an interesting time of life! I have 3 amazing friends that are all going to have sweet little girls in the coming months, my cousin just got engaged, and I figured out yesterday that I have about a 1 1/2 years before I leave on my mission! CRAZY! Good times, but undoubtedly strange for me! Time and responsibility weigh heavily! "So much to do and so little time" right?! Funny how you think you get somethings figured out, but then next thing you know it changes! That's why it is so important to live by the Spirit. The trouble for me is that it takes a lifetime to learn how to do that as well as you should. ;o)

This is a quote from one of my favorite General Conference addresses given by Elder Scott October 2010:

“Faith is things which are hoped for and not seen; wherefore, dispute not because ye see not, for ye receive no witness until after the trial of your faith” (Ether 12:6). Thus, every time you try your faith—that is, act in worthiness on an impression—you will receive the confirming evidence of the Spirit. As you walk to the boundary of your understanding into the twilight of uncertainty, exercising faith, you will be led to find solutions you would not obtain otherwise. With even your strongest faith, God will not always reward you immediately according to your desires. Rather, God will respond with what in His eternal plan is best for you, when it will yield the greatest advantage. Be thankful that sometimes God lets you struggle for a long time before that answer comes. That causes your faith to increase and your character to grow."

(The Transforming Power of Faith and Character Elder Richard G. Scott Oct. 2010)

I know that the Lord is in charge and that he really does know and want what's best for me, I just have to knock myself on the head a few times to remember that ;o)

I hope everyone has a fantastic week! Keep smiling!

Tired

I am quite tired today! A migraine all morning hasn't helped. I decided to come to the library so I could get my homework done early for french today, and wouldn't you know it the day I decide to be really good and not procrastinate my teacher hasn't put the assignement online yet! Oh well!
General Conference was wonderful! I am very grateful for the personal insights that were given to me! Now I just need to act ;o)
We have been able to sell some of our goats, and we have been getting a lot of calls as well! It is a big blessing but it is so hard to see them go! It wasn't this hard last year, so maybe I am just REALLY tired! Well, maybe I can figure out how to do some different homework ;o) So long!

Well....

Things are going well ;o)

But it's getting colder outside. Fall is really pretty, but I still don't like it! I much prefer the beauty and warmth of Spring and Summer!

I can't believe that September is already pretty much over! I am super excited for General Conference! It is just what I need right now. I hope everyone enjoys it as much as I will!

;o)

Well, things are going a little bit better then they were the other day. My dog is getting better (thank goodness), although that wasn't something I mentioned I was feeling really bad about that. My room is now also clean which always makes me feel better. The trick is now to just always keep it clean! I survived my oral french quiz so that's a plus! We've had rain this last weekend! And I LOVE rain. Rain always makes me happy! Hope everyone has a great week!

It's been awhile

Things are not quite as enjoyable as I would like them. I am so SICK of school! I keep asking myself 'Why do I want to keep doing this?' The answer: 'I don't, but the prophet has asked us to get an education.' I'll admit that right now this is one of my biggest trials in life. But I guess I'm probably being over dramatic. My Grandma used to call me Sarah Burnheart, and I'm sure she still would if she were alive. I am really struggling in French right now. It took all I had to keep from crying today in class. I'm sure being physically sick and emotionally stressed didn't help at all. But yes, I'll agree to it, I am Sarah Burnheart ;o)

I had the wonderful opportunity to go to the Marriot center with the institute and sing in the choir for the CES Fireside with Elder Oaks. It was wonderful. I especially enjoyed Sister Oaks. It's not often that I get to hear wives of the general authorities speak. How blessed we are to have living prophets and apostles. I am very grateful for that.

Summer weather is leaving, and it won't stay no matter how long I try to hold on. I don't like fall because that means winter is coming, and winters in Manti make me feel like I live in Narnia-"Always winter but never Christmas!" It's truly is endless!!!!

I absolutely love spring even though it's still pretty cold, because that means summer is just around the corner!

Well, I guess I better get back to homework, although I can't say I excited to record my terrible french accent on the computer. The joys of school! Hopefully tomorrow will be better than today. At least there is always a tomorrow!

School...

School starts today!! I was thinking I didn't feel to bad about it, but as I started writing knots began in my stomach. ;o) It'll be okay though. It helps that I'm only taking 9 credits, it'll put me a little behind schedule, but I really felt like I needed a little bit of a break!

Dance is going GREAT! Both of my knees and ankles are giving me a little bit of trouble, but I think they just need to work back to where they were. I feel positive they just need a little bit of exercise. I LOVE teaching! I am seriously thinking of majoring or minoring in Dance education now, but knowing my flighty mind who knows how long that will last ;o)

I hope everyone looks forward to this year with faith and having joy in the journey. Good Luck everyone!

Summer's Nearly Over...

My how time flies!!! This summer has been more busy than I thought it would be for sure!

We helped my Grandparent's move from St. George, which was very sad for me! They have lived there for a very long time and I feel like most of my childhood memories are moving with them. But I know that is what is best for them right now. But life is full of change, I guess I just have to except that. Meanwhile life at the farm has been stressful, but it has also brought some excitement. We have had more baby goats, and I have to say that is probably my favorite part of having goats, seeing brand new life throughout the year! We have also had one of our hens hatch some chicks. Seeing it done the natural way has been a special experience. The Savior talking about gathering us under wings as a hen in the scriptures has even more meaning now. I love to watch how tender the mother hen is to her chicks. They are not even all her own, but she sacrificed for them and she truly is their mother. So it is with the Savior, he loves and excepts us even when we do not except him.

Today was the first day of Education Week at BYU! I absolutely loved it! The spirit is so strong in the classes, and I am so thankful for the spiritual boost before I start school again!

I am SO excited to teach dance again this year! I think teaching is definitely something that I enjoy, most of the time. ;o)

I hope everyone is enjoying this last little bit of Summer! I didn't really do anything I had planned on, but at the same time I have done a lot. I feel like a different person, hopefully a little more prepared for what the Lord has in store for me. Remember to enjoy the journey. That is something I very much struggle with, but I know it is a true principle, and that is does bring happiness! I hope everyone is smiling today! Remember the Lord loves you!

SUMMER!!!

Today it finally felt like summer!!! Yesterday certainly did not! Pageant has started, and I went from yesterday kinda thinking I wouldn't do it to today being in charge of Nephite Platform again.

Funny how things work out. Well, things are good. I am tired but happy. Hope everyone is doing great! Remember to smile!!!

Rain

Well, I actually made it to the library again. It has been so rainy!!! Sometimes I like it, but when I think of all the animals that need to be taken care of in the wet weather I don't so much.
Things have been good, but I haven't had time to do all the extra things I wanted to, but that's life.
I can't believe pageant time is already next week! I'm not trying out for high priestess, but that's okay. I am just hoping that I will be able to do something in it. I think I keep re-injuring my knee by forgetting about it then running on it and then realizing that it really hurts. ;o) Smart huh?! Oh well!
We have had more kids born so now we're at 26! One mom had triplets, another 1st time mom! And then another had twins! I really wish I could put pictures on here. They are SO cute!!! I think we have 4 or 5 more moms to go. It'll be fun. I really do love my goats ;o)
I am having my last piano lesson tomorrow. Kind of a relief and yet I'm rather sad about it. It's been a good learning experience for me!
Well, I hope everyone is doing great. Things are going well for me, I just need to get back into a schedule of things. I hope everyone always remembers to smile!

SUMMER!

Hello again! Well, dance is done, for awhile anyways. I know I need the break but I am already going through withdrawals. The shows went GREAT!!! I couldn't have asked for a better last performance for Musical Theater. I'll definitely miss Musical Theater, but I am glad it worked out that I will still be teaching next year in the vague plan Heavenly Father has for me.
I just called as a Primary teacher in my home ward. The CTR 6 class. I am excited.
We have been very busy outside with 21 baby goats!!! I'm very curious to see how many more we'll have in the next couple of weeks. Probably at least 10 more.
Not sure how pageant will work out this year because of my knee. Since it's been six weeks (to the day) I should probably go get it checked out. High Priestess might now work this year, which means never because I am going to get a summer job next year. I'm thinking Malt Shop. Any suggestions anyone?
All my plans for the summer haven't started happening yet. I hope I'll get half a book read! But I did tell myself the other day that I HAVE to start writing a book before all my ideas leave my head! Which will probably be soon, thanks to my sad memory.
My life feels like it's all been tossed up in the air right now. But that's okay. At least I pulled out of this last semester with all A's (an A- is still an A right?)! I'm just happy for that!
I am such a blessed person! Remembering to see all the little blessings in life is so important!!!
Love you all!!! Never forget to laugh and smile! It's good for you!

Thank Heavens!

Thank heavens it's May, and I do mean that literally!

Finals are over!!!! YAY, YAY and YAY!!!!!!!!!! Can you tell how much I need the break? ;o) Or how excited I am? Not at all right?! ;o) hehe

I am so excited for summer! I have so many fun things to do and catch up on. I would love to read at least 3 or 4 books before school starts again! I've really missed having the time to just sit and read! And working on my french in preparation for next semester probably wouldn't be a bad idea either.

Thank you to anyone who may have said prayers for me. Especially my parents! What would I do without prayer? Go crazy and fail all my classes that's what! Lucky for me prayer does work! I know that! Having wonderful family and friends is always a plus too!

I'm not sure how often I'll get to the library during the break so if this happens to be the last time I write in a very long time, I hope everyone has a fantastic summer!

YAY SPRING!!!

Thank heavens for Spring! I am pretty sure I would lose my sanity if Spring wasn't almost here. True it's here technically but I need it to STAY warm, not just give me false hopes every now and then. ;o)

Not too much going on besides dance and school. My family (me included) is very excited for kidding season (which starts May 1st) and we love to watch for the signs of the soon to be mother goats ;o) It's such a neat exprience to be a part of!!!

I have been into BYU basketball VERY much lately! It's so cool that they are going to the Sweet 16! SO much fun!!!

Only 5 more weeks of school! How does time pass so fast! It's quite the task keeping up!

Hope everyone is having a great day!!! Always keep a smile on your face!

;o)

How I like smiley faces! ;o) They just make me happy!

Well, another week is over and a much needed (hopefully restful) weekend is beginning! Thank goodness! It's been a tough week.

I am so excited for our Musical Theater show! I got the parts of Mary Poppins, Tzeital (Fiddler on the Roof), and Marian "The Librarian's" mother (Music Man). I am SUPER excited!

I hope everyone is doing well! And since I am in the mood for Mary Poppins at the moment I hope everyone has a SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS day!

Hmm...

Well I am stuck at the library with no math book, no french book, no music to choreograph and no piano to practice for almost a whole hour! Hmm.. Your probably wondering how this miracle happened right. ;o) Well, I had a 'wonderful' math test (that I feel actually went alright, but we'll see) and so my mother took home everything but my pencil, calculator, photo I.D. and my allowed note card. I ended up being done with my test quite a bit earlier than anticipated and my dad isn't leaving till 5 (pm) so I've been here since 4:20 (pm) looking at majors and minors at BYU and other things. I feel a little stressed that I'm not home doing the long list of things that REALLY need to be done, but on the other hand it's kinda nice to be able to relax for a little while because there is no way I can do the things I'm supposed to right now. Ever had that feeling of being torn, because you know there's things to be doing but glad for the excuse not to be doing it. Hmm, seems completely opposite. ;o)

Things seem to be going well right now. Even though I am so behind on pretty much everything, except math, and that has never happened before in my entire life (ask my mom)!

This last weekend we had Stake Conference and Elder Zwick of the Seventy came and gave a fireside at the institute! It all was wonderful and very much what I needed! I'm going to work on some little things in my life that I think will make some very big changes! It's amazing how the Lord works that way "It is by small and simple things that great things are brought to pass."

It's something that I am learning one step at a time I guess, even though the steps are tiny.

I hope everyone is doing great! And to close I'll quote from a great teacher:

"Have a great day, and whatever else you do don't forget the gospel is true!"

P.S. I bet you know who that is.

I LOVE my family!!!

My family is the best! When I'm discouraged, and I am sure not the most splendid to be around, instead of getting annoyed with me they find ways to make me feel better!
I'm also so grateful to them for helping me by picking up the slack of the things I am supposed to do at home, but somehow don't get done because I'm gone so much.
My family is one of the most important things in my life! Only coming after Jesus Christ, my Heavenly Father and the gospel. Without these three things I wouldn't have my eternal family.
I am blessed so much! I hope everyone has a wonderful day today!!!

;o)

Ever been so overwhelmed that you feel like you are going to be squished? It's funny how you can have a really good day, but then the next day you feel like you can't handle life anymore! I can't tell you how much I enjoy those kind of days! Not really.

I have no idea what I am going to do for my girls in my dance classes today, not that that's new.

Oh well! One of my favorite lines from Pride and Prejudice is "Well, what do we live for, but to make sport for our neighbors and laugh at them in our turn." So true! Have a wonderful cheery day!!

Back to life

Well, we're back to school and everything else again. It hasn't been too bad, but I really wish the break had been longer! My schedule has been slightly less rushed but I am still always tired! ;o) Not sure that will ever change though ;o)

I've been able to be with my family a little bit more than last semester I think, but it would be nice if I had even more time at home.

I hope everyone is having a fantastic week! Always remember to SMILE!!!

Come what may and love it!

Well, 2011 has arrived! It's hard to believe how fast time flies!!! I hope this new year is filled with happiness. I am reminded of the talk Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin gave in General Conference a few years ago. 'Find joy in the journey, and come what may and love it.' What better New Years resolutions could we have?! I am so grateful for everything I have learned in 2010. So much has happened and changed. Things will never be the same for anyone again. We can't go back and really, even if we could we wouldn't want to because we know we couldn't truly be happy. If there is anything I know that I should try harder to do, it's to find joy in my own personal journey and adventure now. Life really is an adventure! Most of the time when we hear the word adventure we think of excitement, so why should life be any different. Life is as good and as happy as you make it. "Come what may and love it!" I don't think it could be said any better! Happy New Year everyone. The Lord has great things in store for every single one of us, and it is only up to us whether we will except them or not. He can mold us to become amazing tools in His hands when we choose to allow it.

May this year be the best year so far! Love you!