Sunshine

This evening I went to pick up my sister. The sun was setting as I left the neighborhood and it hit me right in the eyes. I couldn't see a thing. Seriously, it was scary. I drove slower until I could really see around me, then continued on my way. It hit me that I hadn't had a case of "sun-blindness" (that's a thing. I just created it) that bad since I drove submarines at Disneyland. We used to pull into dock as the sun was going down and you couldn't see the sub in front of you or the right place to park. It was pretty scary- especially with the responsibility of keeping 40ish people safe. Remembering that made me get all emotional. Seriously? Emotional because the sun was in my eyes and I missed Disneyland? CRAZY! I found it hilarious that I reacted that way, so I then had a giggle fest. Why be sad about missing that time in my life? It was a wonderful gift that I never have to forget or give away! What a blessing! I loved remembering those fun times and am so glad that in some weird way I could relive them. :) Tootles! 

"Thank You"s

I haven't written in a while- not because there hasn't been anything to write about, but I've just been distracted. But, I've had a little pick-me-up and am hoping this will make me even more happy. SO, Thank You:

CP- for the free breakfast. I have been a bit lonely and this end of term breakfast helped me socialize with old friends and feel the love. :) PS, the pancakes were to die for!

Aunt Mel- for cutting my hair. It is wonderful. It's light, yet curly, but not too fluffy... you are extremely talented and I am so glad you are so close and willing to help me have beautiful, healthy hair.
Alexa at Paul Mitchell- for waxing my face. $5 made me feel fresh and beautiful and brand new.
Della- for watching American Ninja Warrior with me. I love how intense it gets and how we squeal and get all excited when someone pushes through and makes it up the warped wall.
Baywatch Producers- for creating a silly, yet wonderful TV show that, although highly dramatized, reminds me of home.
Fingernails- for growing long and not splitting like you normally do. You look great and help my fingers to not look like sausages. I am mean to you sometimes, but I love you.
Nose and Teeth- for being strong and putting up with my stupidity. You didn't break on me when I threw you against the pavement. What dedication!
Natasha- for being so welcoming and loving every time I see you. You are like a sister to me and I can't believe we don't see each other more.
Manager- for giving me time off for camp, and for giving me even more time off for a roadtrip back home.
Alicia- for being so excited to see me last night. It really made my day. I've missed you.
Dillon- for letting me borrow your banjo. I love that instrument and really hope to learn a lot so we can jam.
Ty- for texting me and checking in whenever you come down to Provo. It's awesome to have you back, but even more awesome that you still want to get together and have fun.
Heavenly Father- for the weather, for the people in my life, for the trust you have in me, even when I feel like a failure. I love you. Happy Father's Day!
Dad- for loving me and not complaining that I wasn't around very much on Father's Day. I love you so much and am thankful for having you in my life. Happy Father's Day!
Living Planet Aquarium- for allowing me to be part of the first penguin encounter for free! We were so excited and couldn't believe we actually fed penguins. What a treat!

The moral of the story: life rocks! When you don't see it, think about what great things have happened to you recently. I promise there are a lot!