This and That.

The seven week break came and went as fast as a good night's sleep. We got a lot accomplished on our list, including a much needed unexpected trip down to Utah to visit Sara and Nathan and their little dudes. I really wish we lived closer to family. Sometimes I feel like I'm watching their lives pass me right by.

We also took a short week out of our busy lives to visit our families in Missouri. I miss my mom. We had such a fun time and I love how the inlaws have made efforts to bond, but I touched down in Rexburg feeling a bit more nostalgic than anything. My parents house has changed so much since I left. Mt room is purple now. My sister's room is a tea room. Even the place I use to eat isn't the same. My grandmother is gone. It made me realize that whether I like it or not, I live in Idaho. BYU Idaho.

So I've been trying to make the best of it. But since the college kids have come back, it's been more difficult. I've been trying to tell myself, that it's not that I "don't fit in," but rather, "I'm unique." It's a good thing. At least I'm telling myself that.

Work has kept me busy. I've started working alot more hours during the week at the Gym, just like I wanted. Last week I even got to sub a few extra classes. This means I am down to working only Friday and Saturday at Wal-Mart. It's a much smoother schedule, but it has had me so mixed up the last two weeks. I've been kinda spacey, forgetting to do important things like eat dinner and pay bills. (That reminds me, I need to make myself some pasta.)

I'll admit, Aubrey's move has had me a little preoccupied too - at least mentally. Last Monday I made myself her slave and helped her clean her apartment for our anal retentive landlords. Luckily, she let me go early. I really miss her at church, but we've still found ways to keep our friendship in tact. She brought her dogs over to take a walk with Matt and I. Just a few days ago I made the drive out to her house to meet her mom and grandma who were in town.

I have found myself a bit confused as to what to do with my spare time now that I've finished "The Book." Yes, it is written. And I'm quite happy with it. (except the first three chapters are kinda weird, like the edits didn't save or something. Gotta fix that.) Not sure what I'll do with it. It's kinda just floating in a random thought bubble above my head for the moment. I'm not sure I have the guts to send it to someone who will make it worth my while. Still deciding.....In any case I will probably start the second one soon. I've felt very inspired for it lately.

I did leave a copy with my mom before I left Missouri. But she has yet to even make a comment about it. Though she has told me about the books she's reading from real authors.

Speaking of writing, I've updated the Chinese Chicken blog, and I'll be adding more in a few minutes. Only 50 entries to go now. I know it might seem stupid, but it's interesting for me to revisit my old thoughts and finally understand why I did what I did. If only I could understand those things now...

I guess maybe in ten years I'll right a blog explaining this blog. Lol.