New Adventures

It has been a while since I last blogged, but not because I haven't had anything exciting or important going on in my life. Lots has been going on and life is full of new experiences.

I graduated from BYU-Idaho with my Associate's degree. I wasn't sure whether or not I wanted to do the whole cap and gown ceremony thing, but I am really glad I did. It gave me a really wonderful sense of closure as I left BYU-I. I am so grateful for the 5 semesters I attended there. I learned so much about myself, life, the gospel, and of course Child Development (my major).

I came back to Utah and bought a car. a '99 Toyota Carolla for $2,000. Her name is Mahidable Saphira Jones. I quite like her.

I have been moving all my stuff into my apartment in Provo. I am so excited to room with my dear friend Heather and to get to know my 4 other roommates as well. 

I love my Dad! He came to pick me up from Rexburg and support me at my graduation.

Life is so very good. I am learning that happiness is in the right now. If you live your life waiting for the next stage, you will wish your life away. There is magic in this moment. The past is behind you, the future isn't here yet, live today.

Also, I saw Les Miserables with my family on Christmas Day and then again on New Year's Eve with my wonderful friend Amanda. I love it! I am a huge Les Miz fan and I absolutely loved the movie. 

I loved playing the part of Fantine in my High School's production. Seeing the movie brought back so many memories and reminded me why I love the story so much. It is all about mercy, redemption, and Christlike love. 

Also, my 17-year-old brother Evan is my very favorite person. Today he helped me move a bunch of my stuff down to Provo and then we went out to lunch together. He is so fun to talk to and laugh with and I love his guts!

Life is good. :)