one of those days.

You know those days...one of those days when you just know tomorrow has to be to better? Well, that's sort of how I feel tonight. And, I'm against writing negative Facebook statuses, but I've never made that commitment about blogging. So, I'm going to open up a little bit and let you into a part of my life I don't talk about (on my blog) too often.

Remember reason number one from this post? Well, this is a post about when things don't go the way you planned. Life throws you curveballs, and whether or not there is a valid/understandable reason, life still hurts sometimes. But, I was watching the 1959 classic Pillow Talk today and I pulled this great quote from it. I'm determined to apply it to this situation :) Or at least quote it over and over:

"I had the mumps once...I'm going to treat him like any other disease. I had it, I'm over it, and now I'm immune to him."

Phew. Now that's out there. Don't worry. I'm not some sad, depressed girl. Just having a "life is tough" night. Tomorrow will be better. I'm sure of it.

PS. A rainy day photo seemed fitting, yet this also inspired me a little. I found it here.

spontaneity.

1 tank of gas + 2 pb & honey sandwiches + 5 miles of walking + lots of "um...no thank you"s + being spontaneous = great road trip :)

yes, my roommate and I might have driven to Vegas, walked around for 7 hours on the strip, and driven back in the same day.

Worth it? Absolutely. Now it's time for bed but I will update soon with more glimpses of this spontaneous road trip! :)

vintage lane.

I love this etsy site.

I am entering a giveaway and *maybe* I will win a print? Regardless, I'm getting one! Here are some of my favorites:

anyway, lovely things for a lovely day. I am now done with finals!! :) oh, and some other lovely things:

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{see this here}.

See my obsession coming through? :)

tis the season.

As my roommate Lyndi said, "I've had a perma-grin all day."

Yes, it seems like I have not been able to wipe the smile off my face for quite some time now (besides the final newswriting story due tomorrow, ward christmas party tomorrow night, my stats final--eek--on Tuesday, 3 finals on Wednesday, Relief Society Activity Wed. night, final Thursday, White Christmas party Thursday...and everything else going on). I credit that happiness to these people/things:

Subject 1: Caleb. AKA "Landlord Boy". I've quite enjoyed spending time with him lately and getting to know him better. And I found this picture taken at the ward temple trip Saturday particularly pleasing! What I've noticed about Caleb is that he is always serving others. What a great example!

Subject 2: My roommates + Kelly (our surrogate roommate). These girls have brought so much happiness to my life, especially in these last two weeks as I've been stressed with school ... and life. We have so much fun laughing and joking with one another! I don't know what I'd do without them :) Subject 3: The temple + Christmas. This picture includes TWO of my favorite things: the St. George Temple and the Christmas season. I had the great opportunity to look at lights last night and feel the "magic in the air." I truly love this Christmas season! And I like this picture.

dec. 1

"it's coming on Christmas, they're cutting down trees."

Last night I *might have* slept on the couch, for the sole purpose of the lights on the wall next to me. I adore Christmas lights. And this season. Everything about it.

I'm excited for December and for its many adventures :)

What are your favorite holiday traditions? Or movies? Or foods? Tell me in the comments!

ps. can anyone name the song/movie reference?

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