King Of Anything

new-ER chapter...?

So, I got the call the other day to hear about the job....aaanddd........they already filled it. :/ yeah. with someone who already worked there. But, she said I interviewed really well, and that they would still like me to work there. So, I guess that makes me feel better. However, when I applied there, Tys and I talked and said if I got the job we'd stay here in Twin, and if I didn't, we'd consider moving to Idaho Falls. Which, with the way things are looking, I'm thinking that's what probably going to happen. His job at Costco is only seasonal, our lease is up in January, and my job doesn't seem to stable right now with the economy and real estate business. We have some connections up with with Tyson's family and old friends (he grew up there) and so hopefully we'll have "ins" at some jobs. I applied at Melalueca yesterday and have someone we know giving out resumes to people who work there. So, I guess we'll just see what this all turns into! It's kind of exciting. Starting somewhere completely knew. But scary, too. I'm sure it will just be another grand adventure!

New Chapter...?

Well, a possible new chapter in my life has recently come up this past week....! My boss, Nathan, approached me the other day and told me of a possible job opportunity at First Federal Bank. His brother in law, Mike, who is the Sr. VP there (who was also my bishop when I was in 15th ward) put my name in for it and talked to Nate about. It would be a position for a teller. Sooo...I applied for it this past Thursday. Mike's wife, Brenda, works out of our office and she has been keeping me posted. The two of them have been helping me out so much! So anyway, I got yesterday and went in for my interview this (blustery) afternoon. I hate interviews. Just as much as next guy, I assume; but still, they're so crappy. I felt all flustery and blushy and hot. I stumbled on a couple of questions, but overall I felt like I did a good job. I'm supposed to hear back at the beginning of next week. So, we'll see! This is the first time I haven't felt 100% confident about landing a job. Usually I kind of already know I have it or I feel great, but this is a larger company, with more applicants, and higher standards. I guess it just always continues to get harder though as you move in careers; it's normal. I really hope I get this job. It's a good company with a good reputation, good benefits/bonuses, and it's somewhere that I can stay for a while and move up in the company. Even though I'm anxious about getting this job, I know that if I'm supposed to get it I will. God will choose for me what will be best for us and it will work out. I'll keep you updated!!

Happy Halloween!!

My trashy man. Pony-tail and all.



My hilarious brother-in-law Levi trying to eat with his scissor hands.  And my gangsta sis, Steph.



Last night we went to the Casperson's Annual Halloween Party and had ourselves a wonderful time! We all got dressed up in our fabulous costumes, danced around a bit, and just enjoyed watching eachother look incredibly funny. For some reason, I just absolutely love Halloween. It's such a fun holiday. I like the costumes, the food, the music, the scary movies, the parties, and just the social experience. I can't wait to get to take my adorable little kids trick-or-treating.



I got everyone's hopes up with this belly. They said now that I got them excited I'd better get started for real....



My dad's amazingly creative He-She costume

Fall is in the Air...

My toesies and the beautiful
fall leaves.

The beautiful, vintage bottles on our headboard.
Cozies up our room just lovely!

Holy cow. This is one of the nicest fall seasons in Idaho that I can remember in...well...ever!! Last year our first heavy snow was the first week of October! This week, the days have been in the 60's still and last week was in the 70's and 80's. Fall is my very favoritest season. So, even though it doesn't feel particularly fall-y, it looks rather fall-y...and I'm loving it! The cool breeze; The swaying, fluttering leaves that look like orange and yellow flecks of glitter topping all the roads and roofs; The pumpkin patches and booths throughout town; And of course you can't forget the sweaters and hot chocolate and blanket cuddling! 'Tis the season -for pumpkin, orange, baking, and slippers!!

Looking up the skirt of a giant mushroom.

It still feels as if October is just starting, but I can't believe it's almost over. I'll miss you October! I don't even know what I'm going to be for Halloween yet. I think Tys and I will be a zombie bride and groom. Tyson's momma is playing with her band, The Hot Flashes (so clever!!) at the Casperson's halloween party. So we'll get dressed up and get our groove on there!

Now that it's getting chillier each day, I'm really wanting to sew and craft more. I have an unfinished quilt that I'd like to finish here soon, or at least pickup again, but I haven't had the mulah to get any more fabric! Sad. But I get paid on Friday, so I'll get going on it again. After that one is finished, I think I'm going to try to sell it, and get some money to buy new fabric to start a different quilt that I'd like to keep. I don't know if I'll be able to do it, but I guess I'll take on th challenge. It's a beautiful applique Wishing Tree Quilt. Oh my goodness sakes, it is one of the most gorgeous bed sets I've ever seen. We'll see if I can figure this out!!

Weekend Ventures





This past weekend I traveled up the two hours to Boise with my sister while she attended more Zumba training and certifications. We thought it would be fun to get away together, and I was in dire need of a break from my weekly routine and such. That night consisted of Texas Roudhouse (Yum!), hot tub with our steak-bloated bellies, King of Queens and AFV.

Mm-hmmm....Jealous!!

Saturday morning, I took Steph to her training at 8 in the morning. I had the rest of the day to myself and to do whatever I wanted! I went to an adorable cupcake shop in Eagle, Lilly Jane's Cupcakes. I went to the Boise Zoo and started wishing I had my own pet giraffe, tiger, and human baby to see his/her excited reaction like the rest of the adorable children there. I did a tid bit of shopping and playing and, well, just enjoying my R & R time.

I had a splendid time with my sister and thought I'd share my weekend with you..!

How Long is a.....?

So....
I had recently heard of someone running a 100k race. I wasn't quite sure how many miles that was, so I decided to look it up on Google. I started typing it in at the top search bar, "How long is......." and noticed all the other options it came up with before I finished. I thought it was actually quite funny.

For example....

How long is Starcraft 2 Campaign?

How long is Sex and the City 2?

How long is strep throat contagious?

How long is Shutter Island?

How long is Shrek Forever After?

How long is soccer game?

How long is shingles contagious?

How long is summer?

How long is Shrek 4?

How long is summer school?

Lol. This is actually really funny! It comes up with the most popular searches that start with those words, and this is was came up. Looks as if people are spending a lot too much time worrying about movies and summer......and diseases. Which I guess in the end could amount to the poor souls at the bottom who take summer school.

Again!!

How long is Bronchitis contagious?

How long is basic training for the army?

How long is breast milk good for?

How long is bioshock 2?

How long is beer good for?

How long is borderlands?

How long is boot camp?

How long is bayonetta?

How long is bacon good for?

How long is whooping cough contagious?
How long is world cup halftime?
How long is warped tour?
How long is weed in your system?
How long is wicked?
How long is world cup?
How long is watermelon good for?
How long is wine good after opening?

How long is  jiffy?

How long is a justin bieber concert?

How long is a john mayer concert?

How long is a job interview?

How long is a jewish wedding?

How long is a jewish funeral?

How long is a judgement good for?

How long is a javelin?

How long is a jersey shore episode?

Whew!!

That was fun.....

Thou Art a Teacher...

A few weeks ago Tyson and I were set apart in our first calling together: 15 and 16 year old sunday school teachers. I'll admit, I was, and still am, a little shocked. I can't help but think of all the other people in the ward who would be so much more knowledgable and experienced teachers than I. Luckily I do have Tyson to lean on for help, but I still struggle. I taught my first lesson alone yesterday. And really, it was alright.
I taught all the material I was supposed to.
                                        I taught from start this finish.
                                                                  And no one fell asleep on me.....

The scriptures are such a wonderful and precious tool. However, it can sometimes be difficult for someone to understand scriptures in Nephi or Genesis, let alone Isaiah. Which is precisely what we're teaching out of right now...


And I get frustrated.


I don't always understand what I'm reading and at times have to go over the scripture 5.....10....times for it to start sinking in. Afterward, I still need to go to Tyson for him to explain it to me. I was really starting to get discouraged. I feel like, in order to be a good teacher, I have to completely understand what I am teaching.


While preparing for next weeks lesson, I went to LDS.org to read over it. While there, I decided to start reading the newest General Conference talks. So I started with Saturday morning's first talk, and ended with the last one of that day. One talk really stuck out to me. For those of you who watched conference, it was the talk given by David M. McConkie about teachers. As I read through that talk, I had a feeling of comfort flow through my mind and my body. I knew that the Lord is all-knowing, and that he put me there to help me learn and grow. But I was feeling inadequate. I don't know much more about this doctrine as the teenagers in my class do!

"It is natural for teachers to have feelings of inadequacy. You must understand that 'age and maturity and intellectual training are not in any way or to any degree necessary to communion with the Lord and His Spirit.'

The promises of the Lord are certain. If you earnestly search the scriptures and treasure up in your minds the words of life, if you keep the commandments with all of your heart and pray for each student, you will enjoy the companionship of the Holy Ghost and you will receive revelation.^"

Surprisingly, I hadn't thought about that part yet. I have prayed for myself in teaching and learning the lessons. And I have prayed for my class to recieve and understand the lessons. But I just didn't really think about praying for each student personally and spiritually. I really enjoy the kids in my class and think they are very smart and sweet kids. I can't wait to get to know them better as time goes on.

"Successful gospel teachers love the gospel. They are excited about it. And because they love their students, they want them to feel as they feel and to experience what they have experienced. To teach the gospel is to share your love of the gospel."