As most of you know, I'm an avid fan of The Amazing Race. Well, after the season finale on Sunday I decided to look in to the application process. I found out they were still accepting through today, so I got to work and Dakota and I through together this little video. Fingers crossed everybody!
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Monday, May 7, 2012
May Question #6: What is the Hardest Thing You've Ever Experienced
As I sat here pondering what on earth could be the hardest thing I've experienced, I was drawing a blank. Maybe it's because I've tried having a more positive outlook on life in general or maybe I'm just super woman (HAHA... Not). I've lost grandparents and close family, but I know where they are and I am comforted in knowing they are truly in a better place. So as funny as it may sound, the only thing I could think of was a couple of really bad breakups I went through. I know, I know, everyone has dealt with them yada yada yada. But in my case, they were both horrible situations with in which I was in love with the person at hand. Now as I look back, I could not be more grateful for the failed relationships, I would have never met my sweet husband. But at the time these had a very negative impact on me as a person. I was constantly coming down on myself. "Why am I not good enough?", "What do I have to change to make someone love me?" etc. I was in a bad place. I never want to feel like that again. I feel like I will never have to feel like that again. I feel like I was made stronger by coming through those days with my head held high. We cannot choose what will happens to us, but we can choose how we will react to it.
May Question #5: What are the 5 Things That Make You The Most Happy Right Now?
1) My Husband. Heaven knows I love that man with everything I have. He makes me laugh daily and I look forward to coming home to him at night!
2) Going to the Temple. There's nothing quite like the peace you feel when you're in the temple. Being able to go and do work right along side my husband brings me so much joy!
3) That darn cat. I'm usually posting some kind of incriminating photo of that feline, but I love her so much. I love to hear her bell jingle when I open up the front door at night and all the snuggles I get when we're watching TV.
4) Family. I love that we get to live so close to both my and Dakota's families. I am so grateful for everything they do for us and the time we get to spend with them. I love that even though the oldest boys live out of state we get to do regular video chats with them and see how their families are growing.
5) Summer! I am not a fan of winter. I like to snowboard, that is about it's only redeeming quality in my world. I look forward to sunshine, shorts and sunglasses all winter long and summer's finally arrived!
2) Going to the Temple. There's nothing quite like the peace you feel when you're in the temple. Being able to go and do work right along side my husband brings me so much joy!
3) That darn cat. I'm usually posting some kind of incriminating photo of that feline, but I love her so much. I love to hear her bell jingle when I open up the front door at night and all the snuggles I get when we're watching TV.
4) Family. I love that we get to live so close to both my and Dakota's families. I am so grateful for everything they do for us and the time we get to spend with them. I love that even though the oldest boys live out of state we get to do regular video chats with them and see how their families are growing.
5) Summer! I am not a fan of winter. I like to snowboard, that is about it's only redeeming quality in my world. I look forward to sunshine, shorts and sunglasses all winter long and summer's finally arrived!
Friday, May 4, 2012
May Question #4: 10 Things You'd Tell Your 16 Year Old Self, if You Could
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| So I'm 18 here, deal with it. |
1) Do your hair, I promise you'd get more dates.
2) Mom and Dad are usually right.
3) You're not as tough as you think.
4) Mountain Dew is not a breakfast food.
5) Don't regret a thing.
6) People you don't expect will be good friends later in life.
7) Your heart will be broken, it sucks and then it happens again. Prepare yourself.
8) On that topic, don't date losers. Come on Hales!
9) Belly button piercings really aren't cool. And it makes your mom sad. Think that one through.
10) I know high school kind of sucked, but trust me, responsibilities suck too. Soak up your teenage years!
Thursday, May 3, 2012
May Question #3: Describe My Relationship with my Parents
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| Kenny Loggins Concert 2011 |
My Dad: My dad is great. When it came to making me I've got 90% of my mother's looks and only 10% of my father's. You'd think he lost out in the dominant gene category, but then I start talking. Forever people have told me I look just like my mom (which is funny considering I don't think so in the picture above) and I usually tell them "Yeah, but I act just like my dad". I love that my dad and I are totally in to the same nerdy things. We can rock out to some classic rock, get our History Channel on and we know that The Truth is Out There (X-Files anyone?). My dad is great at helping me figure out major life decisions and talking me through things. He's been a coach, a mentor, a spiritual leader, a shoulder to cry on and mostly just one of my best friends. Thanks for everything you do dad! I love you!
My Mom: My mom is the first one on my speed dial, not only because she's my mom, but she's my bestie. My mom has been there through thick and thin. She's been my number one fan and the person I look to to answer any question, no matter how outrageous. I can tell her anything and I know she's got my back. We have a mutual adoration for movies and we know how to have a good time. Mom can make me laugh at almost any moment, maybe because of something silly she does, but it always seems to do the trick. I can't imagine life without my mama. I love you so much mom! Thanks for being the best! Loves!
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| I love these two! |
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
May Question #2: Three Legitimate Fears
1) Not being able to have children. Maybe it's just me, but doesn't it seem like women are having a harder time getting pregnant these days? I've had a legitimate fear that I may not be able to have children since I was 16 years old. I don't know what it is, but I just know that I want to be a mother so badly and that news like that for me would be so hard to bare. And for those of you that have already had this struggle, you are so strong for handling that, my prayers are with you. And I know by one way or another I will be a mother, I just hope that it works the first time around.
2) Dakota getting shot in the line of duty. Hi, yeah, my husband wants to be a police officer. I think it is a great career choice for him and I think it will be something that really makes him happy. However, there's this little voice that always spooks me. You know the one, that voice that's like "Police officers get shot!" Nothing would be worse than losing my husband. So don't get shot.
3) Getting some kind of horrible disease. I read an article about a couple that had dated for 6 years and when the guy went in for a check up they found out he had terminal testicular cancer. After a year long battle, he stopped responding to treatments and passed away. He was very positive through the entire experience, but it just makes me sad to see someone die so young. I just want to be able to experience a full life with the ones I love most.
2) Dakota getting shot in the line of duty. Hi, yeah, my husband wants to be a police officer. I think it is a great career choice for him and I think it will be something that really makes him happy. However, there's this little voice that always spooks me. You know the one, that voice that's like "Police officers get shot!" Nothing would be worse than losing my husband. So don't get shot.
3) Getting some kind of horrible disease. I read an article about a couple that had dated for 6 years and when the guy went in for a check up they found out he had terminal testicular cancer. After a year long battle, he stopped responding to treatments and passed away. He was very positive through the entire experience, but it just makes me sad to see someone die so young. I just want to be able to experience a full life with the ones I love most.
May Question 1: 20 Random Facts
1) I am an over-quoter of movies. I can probably find a movie quote for any situation.
2) When I was 5 years old, I ran in to a wall and knocked out my front tooth.
3) I am 3 years older than my husband.
4) I LOVE sharks. Missing Shark Week is like missing your wedding day. You just don't do it.
5) Mexican food is my all time favorite.
6) There isn't many places in this world I wouldn't want to experience or travel. I find learning about other parts of the world and other cultures absolutely fascinating.
7) I drive an SUV because I'm tall and don't like to bend down in and out of cars.
8) I've only gained 5 pounds since High School.
9) I'm overly sentimental about stupid things. I was sad when the Social Security lady kept my old card when I changed my name to Cordingley. I also won't get rid of a red pillow I've had for nearly two decades.
10) If I don't hear my car beep when locking it, I have to lock it again.
11) I hate running, but I like to sign up and run in races.
12) I scored a 24 on my ACT, which was lower than I wanted, but didn't want to take the test again.
13) I love my job, but my only co-worker is 3,000 miles away in Florida! Ha ha...
14) Sometimes I plan vacations I know I can't afford, just to pretend I can actually make it.
15) I don't like to snuggle at night. I love my husband, I just like my space.
16) I have a cat that I'm almost certain is trying to kill me.
17) I grew up a tomboy. I adore my brothers and wanted to do everything they did.
18) Speaking of... It makes me sad that 2 of my brothers and their cute families live so far away.
19) One day I hope to speak another language.
20) I really think I only want 3 kids. Yes, an odd number, but 2 is too little and 4 seems like too much.
Random enough? Heh... Feel free to comment.
2) When I was 5 years old, I ran in to a wall and knocked out my front tooth.
3) I am 3 years older than my husband.
4) I LOVE sharks. Missing Shark Week is like missing your wedding day. You just don't do it.
5) Mexican food is my all time favorite.
6) There isn't many places in this world I wouldn't want to experience or travel. I find learning about other parts of the world and other cultures absolutely fascinating.
7) I drive an SUV because I'm tall and don't like to bend down in and out of cars.
8) I've only gained 5 pounds since High School.
9) I'm overly sentimental about stupid things. I was sad when the Social Security lady kept my old card when I changed my name to Cordingley. I also won't get rid of a red pillow I've had for nearly two decades.
10) If I don't hear my car beep when locking it, I have to lock it again.
11) I hate running, but I like to sign up and run in races.
12) I scored a 24 on my ACT, which was lower than I wanted, but didn't want to take the test again.
13) I love my job, but my only co-worker is 3,000 miles away in Florida! Ha ha...
14) Sometimes I plan vacations I know I can't afford, just to pretend I can actually make it.
15) I don't like to snuggle at night. I love my husband, I just like my space.
16) I have a cat that I'm almost certain is trying to kill me.
17) I grew up a tomboy. I adore my brothers and wanted to do everything they did.
18) Speaking of... It makes me sad that 2 of my brothers and their cute families live so far away.
19) One day I hope to speak another language.
20) I really think I only want 3 kids. Yes, an odd number, but 2 is too little and 4 seems like too much.
Random enough? Heh... Feel free to comment.
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