Days of 27: Conclusion

For my birthday I wanted to do something unique and fun for myself. It was my golden birthday this year so it had to be celebrated with extra style. I've never worn a flower for my birthday so this year I decided I would make myself a lei. So, the day before my birthday I went to the wholesaler and picked up some pretty hot pink carnations and made a lei. I wore it all day Friday to school, the grocery store, and of course at my party! I am glad I did it! It was a lot of fun and refreshing to wear fresh flowers all day! I definitely recommend it :) It was an awesome day filled with people I care about! Thanks for celebrating with me!

The birthday weekend was awesome awesome! The day of after my birthday I got to celebrate the happy wedding day of these two awesome peeps- Bailey and Scott. From temple sealing to luncheon to the reception. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to be a part of their day! I have learned over the last few years- that wedding days are days filled the Spirit and feeling God's love in greater abundance. This was one of those days. Thanks Bailey and Scott for giving me the opportunity to be with you on your wedding day. Masaya Ang Aking Puso :)

A Sparkly Fun Evening

The Monday before my birthday we went to Spark. It was a fun night of laughing, chatting, eating, and enjoying fun drinks. We also had fun teasing Craig about being the only guy that night and asking who he was going to give roses to at the end of the night.

Mary, Kristina, Craig, me, Britta, and Tessa (who is taking the picture)

This is what I had that night. Mac and Cheese it was awesome! But don't count all the unhealthy factors like the fried chicken on top and bacon in the dish. Wow! Hey it was part of the birthday celebrations so it was acceptable ;)

I'm sure you'll believe it or maybe you'll find it hard to believe but after we left Spark we went and got ice cream cones at Maceys. Days of 27 was full of awesomely delicious food! If you know me- you know that I am a foodie!

Days of 27: Days 5-19

The last two weeks have been filled with celebrating people and special events in their lives.
August 6- McDo got married! (McDo is a good friend from the mission)
August 7- Scott got married! (Another good friend from the mission)
August 8- Jenny's Birthday! My sweet sister-in-law's birthday was celebrated with lots of laughter and yummy cupcakes!
August 9- Kristina and I went to the movie in the park. Mary, Katherine, and Kade joined us for Penelope. I ate a ton of candy, more in one sitting than I have for awhile :)
August 10- Ashton and Aaron got married! Two awesome friends of mine tied the knot!
August 11-Right now it's late and I can't remember. Haha ;)
August 12- Mario Kart and ice cream with Kristina, Mary, and Craig
August 13- Finished summer classes! Kristina and I attended a free outdoor concert and enjoyed the vocal stylings of David Osmond and Alex Boye. After we inhaled some Smashburger including their new sweet potato fries, followed by Maceys ice cream and chillin' with our buddy Steve.
August 14- Kristina and I wondered aimlessly around Target and bought some very awesome, very fall orange cardigans.
August 15-Partied with Amanda and other fun friends who also served in the Philippines for Amanda's birthday. Fun night of laughing and talking in Tagalog.
August 16-Kristina and I did some drive by post-iting and enjoyed cherry limeades
August 17-Taco Tuesday! Corryn got married!
August 18-Fun and uplifting night at institute
August 19- Tonight I went to dinner with Kristina. After dinner I had the opportunity to attend the temple and be with my good friend Bailey.
I am so blessed to be surrounded by supportive, loving family and friends!

Days of 27: Day 4

Tonight Kristina and I went to the Surf n' Slurp on Canyon Road and got snow cones. They have awesome snow cones! I tried a new flavor tonight- Midsummer Night's Dream (blackberry and cream soda) It was way good! The name was fitting for tonight. I love the summer thunderstorms we've been experiencing. It makes me a little homesick for the Philippines. Laying in bed with the electric fan on high, stormy weather, and very few covers. Masarap ang tulog sa ulan! * Note: This picture was taken with my cell phone.

Days of 27: Day 3

Day 3
Today has been a real chill day. I watched a movie with my sister, read outside, enjoyed Taco Tuesday with some great friends, and went to institute. The Mindy Gledhill concert was awesome awesome! What a great show! She's a talented woman! Before Mindy's performance The Thrillionaires performed. They are awesomely funny! The MCs for the event were CJane and Stephanie Nielson- also funny and charming. Me and the BFF had a blast! The entertainment was awesome! The set was whimsical- umbrellas, twinkling lights, globes, and great lighting of purples and reds. I took a set and lighting design class my freshman year at Snow and I have to admit last night made me want to do some of that again. I love creativity! Masaya Ang Aking Puso :)

Days of 27: Day 2

Today is day 2 of the countdown. Tonight me and the BFF are going to the Mindy Gledhill album release concert at the Covey center. She is a talented singer and songwriter. If you've never heard her stuff I suggest you go here. We have some awesomely talented people in this valley- singers, writers, bloggers, chefs, designers, etc. Stay tuned later for how the details of how the concert was. I am super excited!

Days of 27: Day 1

This year is my golden birthday! (27 on the 27th) I decided that I would countdown the 27 days until my birthday with doing something a random and fun! (I know I do random, fun things usually ;) But I thought this would be fun for the golden birthday. So for the next 26.6 days I will be doing something to get mark just one more day closer to my birthday. Some of the things I have chosen are things that I've done before that I do occasionally. They also may or may not include others. They range from writing letters to watching the sunset at Utah Lake.I am excited and looking forward to my 27th year- it's going to be an incredible one- one of the best yet! I know it! This is your invitation to come along and countdown with me. Cause well... it's going to be awesome awesome! Masaya Ang Aking Puso :)