Say it how it is

Why hello there.
I've been gone a while.
But I'm back now. And it's marvelous.
I've learned a few things while I was "away."
Things that I feel others should know.
Why? Just some words of advice.
You know. From my experiences.
So they might help you.
Here they are:

1. Hot cocoa is great. But it's ten times better 

with peppermint sticks in it.

2. Watching Avatar: the Last Airbender saved me from going insane during finals week.

3. Dancing to Skrillex now and then is good for you. 

Especially with your younger siblings.

4. Christmas shopping is the worst. Online shopping is the way to go.

5. Movie nights are so much better when it's cold outside. Or should I say movie days...(Four movies in one day. I'm not lazy at all.)

6. Being single is wonderful. I'm enjoying it while I can. I don't have to take care of anyone else. Muahahahaaa. Brilliant.

7. "The best way to spread Christmas cheer 

is singing loud for all to hear."

8. Making gingerbread houses is not a good idea for two inexperienced girls, who have no idea what they're doing. Ahem... Alyssa...

9. Missionary letters are one of the best ways to make me smile.

10. Leaving our world to be sucked in a fantasy world is totally okay. 

I do it on a regular basis. 

Narnia and Alagasia are my second homes. It's fine.

11. Video games are the greatest self esteem booster. PSYCH. Not for me, but my gracious I sure do enjoy them.

12. Family dance parties are the best way to get an ab work out. Let me tell ya, my papa sure knows how to boogie.

13. Christmas time is the perfect time to watch "The Testaments." Especially when you need a testimony boost.

14. When you have a heinous ward calling, for example ward music chairman, and have to do some crazy project, like write the christmas program, rely on the spirit. It makes things much easier. Trust me.

15. If life really is like a box of chocolates, life isn't too good to me. I always get stuck with the coffee filled dark chocolate ones. Gag.

Ta-duh!
There you have 'em.
The lessons i've learned that saved me from depression this month.
Okay. Maybe not depression. But insanity & sorrow? Definitely.

Oh hey. One more thing.
CHRISTMAS IS IN 5 DAYS.
Just in case you didn't know.

Mittens

Well. I just fell out of the blogosphere loop for about a month.
But thats okay. Because I did some pretty splendid stuff in that month.

We visited Adam on his birthday.

I snuggled with my kitty.

I cleaned my room ever so beautifully.

But sadly it doesn't stay this way for over a week.

Organized my closet...

Found out I have a ridiculous obsession with blue and yellow.

Also yellow bags.

I stepped on Alese's perfectly vacuumed floor. heh heh. 

She was mad. 

I got my book signed by the one and only CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI!!

(he's the author of these marvelous books)

Went to Megan's bridal shower. And only took one picture.

Naturally it had to do with Pride & Prejudice.

Ahhhhh. Sorry, but this was the most exciting thing at the bridal shower.

SWOONING.

Oh yes.

How can I forget.

I also got to see my bestest friends in the world.

I love them. 

I'll post a picture.

IF I get them from Bro0oke.

Also... I BOUGHT MITTENS.

And for some strange reason, I went crazy with them.

I blame the dessert from Chilis at 10 pm. WAY too late for sugar.

And the fact that they are lined with wool from heaven. I'm sure of it.

It's softer than a newly born sheep (cause obviously I would know).

I made up several mitten dances,

one of which is titled "the mitten crotch grab."

Or the crowd pleaser "the mitten worm."

I played mittens with Kate.

I wore mittens for over an hour.While inside Adams house.

And danced to Shakira.

You just had to be there.

And be on a sugar high.

And have your own mittens.

So as you can see, my month has been quite productive.

Even if I'll most likely fail my math class.

And barely pass my German course.

But honestly I could care less.

Because I'm happy.

Hollah! Hurray for happiness and ignorance.

"Hey! Notice Me!"

Hello World.

Why am I suddenly noticing your many wonders?

I'm not exactly sure, but it's a given that it's made my week 

_________this__________ much better.

So World, I'd like to point out some of your wonderful beauties.

Your trees? Are magnificent. 

Their soggy, rusty colored leaves fell on my car.

And stayed there all week,

leaving a bit of color on my windshield.

Those fluffy white clouds

simply amaze me.

Really, Truly, Honestly? 

How do you get them shaped like that?

No offense to your sunshine, 

But I prefer the fog.

The mountains, though a bit gloomy lookin' 

at the moment,

always catch my attention.

Especially in the morning.

Those rays of sunshine,

beaming off of those jagged edges...

INCREDIBLE.

Frosty roof tops were the first thing I noticed 

when I looked out my window this morning.

How spectacular! Winter is right on my doorstep,

and let me tell you, I can't wait to let her in.

Yours Truly,
Stacie Katherine.

Also, a plus about this weather.

I got to pull out my bright red Pea Coat.

What's Good?!?!

God shed His grace on thee

We have every reason to:
Rejoice. Celebrate. Defend. Fight. Share. Appreciate our rich Heritage.
We have every reason to be:
Happy. Grateful. Proud. Humble. Awestruck. Charitable.

The United States of America. It's a land of free people. Free people who don't even know what it means to be free. That don't even understand the true meaning, and rarity of the word "free". A People who associate the word "free" with receiving something that doesn't require any payment..
But our freedom was fought for, and the people of the past payed the price, and it's worth a lot more than we would think.

In memory of every person, male or female, that fought or is fighting for our country, this whole week should be a celebration of them, and what they did/do for our amazing country.
Celebrating our Heritage, and what it means to be free.
God has blessed America, and continues to everyday.
Thank Him, for preparing the people, who prepared the land that would be the home of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Let's not forget what it truly means to be an American.
Happy Late Independence Day.

Beauty, Eh?

Since yesterday was Canada Day, I figured I should probably celebrate. Which I did, by watching probably one of the greatest 80's movies of all time.
Strange Brew: The Adventures of Bob and Doug McKenzie
If you've never seen this movie, I highly recommend it. Definitely one that makes you ache with laughter. They have Canadian accents, wear lumberjack clothing, drink beer, and have a flying dog. Nothing beats that.

If you have a strange, but strong desire to watch this film, let me know. 

I own it, and will be more than happy to make your day much more comical.