Love

Today was strange for me because although I didn't have a significant other to share this beautiful day with, I was happy-- on Valentine's day, fancy that!  I loved seeing other people sharing in loviness and I loved that friends stopped by just to say hi and wish my roommates and I a good day.  I loved the stranger that came up and gave me a rose, just because.  And I loved being a guest player on my friend's inner tube water polo team, yes you read that correctly, inner tube water polo.  I loved that today, a lot of people stopped to remember those they love in their lives.  Girlfriend, boyfriend, brother, sister.... love to me is a lot more than just someone's hand to hold.  So today, I am grateful for love.  Grateful for my family.  And grateful for my friends.  Happy Valentine's day!

Early Release

Today, was one of those days when I really needed some extra time to study and get things done.  And you know what, I got just that!  After turning in our midterm our professor let us out ten minutes early!  It was the most wonderful surprise ever!  It was great.

Snow

Today, we were blessed with bucket loads of slushy goodness.  Some called it snow, and it was snow, but it was also slushy and wet.  I am happy that Utah got snow!  Weather wise we needed it.  I am also happy for the wonderful people who shoveled all the snow on campus.  Their hard work makes walking to Church so much more pleasant.  Thank you!

Lunch

Had lunch with an old friend today.  It was great.  And no, I did not have this salad.  I did enjoy some Chicken Enchilada Chilli and a BBQ Chicken Salad though.  They were scrumptious. 

Friday

Today, I got done with classes in the early afternoon and decided to come home and relax instead of doing homework.  It was an afternoon filled with contentment.  It was perfect. 

Midterms

Midterms are officially underway and you know what--it feels great!  I got to walk home from the testing center today with that satisfied feeling that really only comes after demonstrating the immense knowledge I have spent the semester to date accumulating.  And I get to have this wonderfully sore hand to remind me how much all my studying paid off!  I realize this may sound a little sarcastic, but I promise you-- its not.  Just a few more tests to go now, we can do this!

Ice Cream

I was having one of those days today, one where I just really needed some sugar.  The bad news is, I didn't have any.  I was carrying on my night, dreaming of finding some fun sized goodness or something gooey and baked.  I was sitting in my friend's apartment, finally at terms with the fact that I would have to go to bed sugarless when he turns to me and asks me if I would want some ice cream!  Me??  Ice cream??  I didn't hesitate to offer my thanks and willingly oblige.  After enjoying every last spoonful of its sweetness I returned to my apartment.  Pleasantly content.  Sweets and friends with surprises are just great!