Friday, December 19, 2008
LET IT SNOW LET IT SNOW LET IT SNOW! SKI LESSONS Winter 2009
If anyone is interested in Children Ski Lessons. I am available to teach every Saturday from this point on. Please contact me at adaw@thewellgroup.com I posted a blog earlier on in the month regarding this service, so please scroll down a few posts to read more about my experience and information. Thanks! I hope to here from many of you soon!
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Christmas Poker Party Charity Event 2008
Ok so I had a blast this year at our Annual Christmas Poker Party Charity Event. My best friend Megan has made this quite the tradition, and is done so well every year. This year in particular was more successful, and it was so much fun to say the least! We play poker to earn money for families that are in need for Christmas. We sell raffle tickets, and somehow end up scoring some great prizes to give away to those who are not playing poker all night long. Our biggest prizes were given to those that won the poker games. The winning table didn't end until 4 am! I didn't play poker, because I am no good..so I just mingled and snacked on goodies the whole night. I did however end up walking away with three prizes! My raffles were lucky this year. We raised 1500 dollars! All of the money will now go to a couple families so that they can have a Christmas. I was so happy to be apart of this event. It is what Christmas is all about, and I love being a part of something where their is charity and giving involve. I haven't had this much fun in a long time. Thanks Megan for doing such a good job at putting on this event. I love you! Merry Christmas everyone, tis the season to be giving! Here are some pictures!
The winning poker table, went on until 4 am. There were some serious poker faces going on!
I have no idea what I would do without these girls in my life
My best buddies
My cousins, Spencer and Janessa. I love them so much!
Me and my friend Adam. He told me I was going to be his wife someday! How nice :)
The winning poker table, went on until 4 am. There were some serious poker faces going on!
I have no idea what I would do without these girls in my life
My best buddies
My cousins, Spencer and Janessa. I love them so much!
Me and my friend Adam. He told me I was going to be his wife someday! How nice :)
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Thanksgiving 2008
The Daw clan had a great Thanksgiving, we packed our bags and headed to Newport Beach. We also spent two wonderful days in the Happiest Place on Earth. The crowds were not bad, despite the fact that it was a holiday weekend. We had so much fun! My favorite rides where; Pirates of the Caribbean, Souring over California, and as always The Hollywood Tower of Terror..which never gets old in my book. It was so nice to take my friend Katie along with my family. I love her so much! My brother Garrett and his wife Brittany came along too, and brought there two girls, Madelyn and Sarah. On Thanksgiving we did not have a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, but that is ok, we still had a nice dinner at the ESPN sports grill in Downtown Disney. Everything was perfect! I will never forget the memories we made, and that is all that matters. Here are some pictures!
Abbey and cute Madelyn on Big Thunder Mountain train ride
Right before we splashed on Splash Mountain!
The Haunted Mansion. It was set up like the Nightmare Before Christmas. Very cute!
Katie and I had to travel to the happiest place on earth to look for Prince Charming
My Beautiful Mom
Madelyn and Abbey
Abbey, Cruella, and Katie. She was the funniest character in Disneyland. I loved it!
Newport Beach
Abbey and Katie waiting to go see "A BUGS LIFE" In 3D
Abbey and cute Madelyn on Big Thunder Mountain train ride
Right before we splashed on Splash Mountain!
The Haunted Mansion. It was set up like the Nightmare Before Christmas. Very cute!
Katie and I had to travel to the happiest place on earth to look for Prince Charming
My Beautiful Mom
Madelyn and Abbey
Abbey, Cruella, and Katie. She was the funniest character in Disneyland. I loved it!
Newport Beach
Abbey and Katie waiting to go see "A BUGS LIFE" In 3D
Saturday, November 29, 2008
I've Been Tagged!
Heidi tagged me, I know your probably bored of reading these blogs..but I got tagged so what else am I supposed to do. Here it goes!
8 Shows I Watch:
1. Brothers and Sisters
2. Survivor
3. Oprah
4. The Hills
5. Ellen
6. Greys Anatomy
7. American Idol
8. So You Think You Can Dance
8 Restaurant I Like To Eat At:
1. Porcupine Grill
5. Life Cafe at Lifetime Fitness
6. Harmons Salad Bar
2. Tsunami (Sunshine Roll)
3. Papa Johns
4. Ginza (The X Roll)
7. Chilis
8. Rumbi
8 Things I Did Today:
1. Ate a bowl of oatmeal
2. Took a picture with Cruela Deville at Disneyland
3. Rode on the Tower Of Terror at California Adventure Disneyland
4. Ate at ESPN Sports Grill at California Adventure Disneyland
5. Went on Space Mountain in Tomorrow Land of Disneyland
6. People Watched, holy cow! We are a weird species..especially in Disneyland
7. Went on Soaring Over California at California Adventure Disneyland
8. Went on Indiana Jones Ride in Frontier Land at Disneyland
8 Things I Am Looking Forward To:
1. Moving out this week :)
2. Christmas
3. Falling in Love
4. Becoming a wife and mom of a beautiful family someday
5. Skiing in the Mountains this season
6. A New Year 2009! Can't wait!
7. Completing an Ironman someday
8. New clothes from Anthroplogie
8 Things On My Wish List:
1. Love and Marriage and Babies in a baby carriage. :)
2. To see Lion King on Broadway in NYC.
3. Stay in Banff Canada at Lake Louise
4. To meet Sarah Mclachlan and have her sing for me at my wedding when I get hitched someday.
5. To write a successful novel
6. A shopping spree to Anthropolgie
7. Qualify for the Olympics in Cycling
8. To be a rockstar :)
8 People I Tag:
1. Katie
2. Heather
3. Ashleah
4. Brandie
5. Stacey
6. Joel and Lisa
7. Amanda
8. Allison
8 Shows I Watch:
1. Brothers and Sisters
2. Survivor
3. Oprah
4. The Hills
5. Ellen
6. Greys Anatomy
7. American Idol
8. So You Think You Can Dance
8 Restaurant I Like To Eat At:
1. Porcupine Grill
5. Life Cafe at Lifetime Fitness
6. Harmons Salad Bar
2. Tsunami (Sunshine Roll)
3. Papa Johns
4. Ginza (The X Roll)
7. Chilis
8. Rumbi
8 Things I Did Today:
1. Ate a bowl of oatmeal
2. Took a picture with Cruela Deville at Disneyland
3. Rode on the Tower Of Terror at California Adventure Disneyland
4. Ate at ESPN Sports Grill at California Adventure Disneyland
5. Went on Space Mountain in Tomorrow Land of Disneyland
6. People Watched, holy cow! We are a weird species..especially in Disneyland
7. Went on Soaring Over California at California Adventure Disneyland
8. Went on Indiana Jones Ride in Frontier Land at Disneyland
8 Things I Am Looking Forward To:
1. Moving out this week :)
2. Christmas
3. Falling in Love
4. Becoming a wife and mom of a beautiful family someday
5. Skiing in the Mountains this season
6. A New Year 2009! Can't wait!
7. Completing an Ironman someday
8. New clothes from Anthroplogie
8 Things On My Wish List:
1. Love and Marriage and Babies in a baby carriage. :)
2. To see Lion King on Broadway in NYC.
3. Stay in Banff Canada at Lake Louise
4. To meet Sarah Mclachlan and have her sing for me at my wedding when I get hitched someday.
5. To write a successful novel
6. A shopping spree to Anthropolgie
7. Qualify for the Olympics in Cycling
8. To be a rockstar :)
8 People I Tag:
1. Katie
2. Heather
3. Ashleah
4. Brandie
5. Stacey
6. Joel and Lisa
7. Amanda
8. Allison
Friday, November 21, 2008
TIME TO SKI! CHILDREN SKI LESSONS 2008-2009 Season
Hey all! IT IS TIME TO START THINKING SNOW, and SKIING!
SKI LESSONS
I am a certified PSIA Alpine Ski Instructor and instructed for Alta ski resort for 3 seasons. I have also been a PRIVATE Instructor for Deer Valley Resort and I have experience in teaching beginners-Advanced. I also have instructed professional atheletes. (Such as Hall of Fame baseball player Ken Hill.) I decided this season that I will only be instructing children and young teens.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED:
I am going to be instructing skiers this coming year from Beginner to Int/Advanced Levels. I will be committing to every Saturday once we are having consistent snow falls for good skiing. I will only be instructing ages 3-16 years of age.
I will be charging $20 dollars an hour plus the cost of my ski pass. I will travel to any resort of choice. If your child is a beginner and you want them to ski in a group, I will only instruct 3-4 kids per lesson. I want to be as hands on as possible for each child. If there is a group of kids that have experience in skiing then I would be willing to negotiate a group of 5 max. I am available to do either full or half day instruction.
There will be a liability statement that needs to be signed beforehand in order for me to take your child up to the resort.
I am so excited to ski this year, I hope that I can ski with any of your children that have expressed interest. I absolutely LOVE kids and have confidence in myself that I will do a fabulous job! Please pass this on to anyone you may think would like to contact me for lessons.
Happy Holidays!
Abbey Daw
CONTACT INFO:
email: adaw@thewellgroup.com
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Time To Write
WARNING-THIS BLOG IS LONG!
Wow! It has been almost a month since I last blogged, which is very unlike me..but to be quite frank blogging was not on my to do list. I am now sitting at my computer trying to think of something to write about, something interesting that will keep all you fellow bloggers reading this post. I swear this month went by too fast! I feel like Halloween was an hour ago. It is crazy to think that Thanksgiving is now a few days away. Where does all the time go? It is sad to think that we probably all do not really stop to breathe and enjoy the beauty of just staying still for a moment. I plead guilty of this right now as I sit down and rack my brain of fulfilling wonderful experiences to blog about. I still have many other thoughts on my mind that will not allow me to sit still. But I will try now to just let everything be and write. I am in the writing mood. I get in this mood sometimes and I usually write my blog for myself, not really caring whether anyone else will read it. If you happen to skim through it..great! I really do not know what will come out of my thoughts as I sit here alone tonight at my computer while everyone else has gone to bed.
I am actually looking back and thinking about the year 2008. I feel like my life hit a HUGE milestone, and I learned alot about myself and about what I want to be and who I am becoming as I continue to walk and breathe each day. Usually, I would post a blog like this the last day of December...but I am slightly overwhelmed right now, and we are never really promised tomorrow...so bare with me.
Abbey's 2008 Review..(Growth, Experiences, Oppertunites, Moments, Friendships, Family, that changed my life for the better...and made me a stronger Abbey.)
December 2007-I learned alot about myself when I lost a very important person in my life. My amazing Grandpa J. Weston Daw passed away. His favorite holiday was Christmas and he passed away about 2 weeks prior. It was the most spiritual Christmas I have ever had because I learned so much about service. My grandpa was the most serving man I have ever met, besides my own mother. I will never forget the experiences I had sitting by his bedside as he waited to pass on to the otherside. My family grew closer and even though it was sad to see my grandpa go, he left a legacy in us all...and especially in my own life.
January-Garrett and Brittany welcomed baby Vincent into the world. He has been a major blessing to our family. Vince is the cutest blue eyed, blonde haired baby boy you will ever see.
I did however have kinda a hard time, going through a break up with someone that you love is never good. I learned that I needed that experience to learn how to love myself. I don't think I did, and It came at a cost of losing someone that I cared deeply about, I know strange! We always learn the most when we have to climb the highest mountains.
February-I decided to read the Book Of Mormon, I wanted to find Peace and gain a stronger testimony. I finished it the following summer, and I have never loved a book so much in my life. Alma 32 sticks out in my mind on FAITH. I am so glad that I chose to sit down even for ten minutes a day and read that book. I gained an incredible amount of peace from reading it.
March- Highlight for me was the oppertunity I was given by my awesome boss and friend Kaycee to attend the Life Time Fitness Cycle Summit at Corporate Headquarters in MN. I learned so much and made some new friends that will now always be a part of my life. I was also chosen to be a part of the board of Directors by Braham our CEO. I will never forget those experiences I had there with everyone that weekend.
April-The only thing I remember about April was when I ran the SLC 1/2 Marathon. I kinda realized that I love Biking more then running. ;)
May-I met some great friends, and had the best time working as a marketing rep for Black Bottoms cycle wear. I learned alot about the biking business and gained 3 new friends. Jay, Allie, and Matt.
June- Funnest times of my life! The MS 150 ride with Life Time fitness. It was awesome to be a part of the Fab 5! We smoked EVERYONE!
The Ragnars Wasatch Relay, The Runamok Diva's. Longest but the most fun 32 hours I haver ever had. NO SLEEP involved! I am already signed up for next year. "Breaking Wind...here we come! :) DEBBIE! YEHAW!
Allison and Cameron's little Dillon came into the world 6 weeks premature. Hardest 6 weeks for Allison, Cam and Mason. But they made it through, and now Dillon is a healthy little baby who is sooooo loved.
July-Is my FAV month! IDEA FITNESS CONVENTION in Vegas. I always go down and work for Impact Fitness Wear. This year was the most fun I have had at convention. We laughed, and laughed, and laughed every moment. The top 10 list! I will never forget the paten leather watering can purse and the Asian's that love the head bands. Megan, Kirsten and all the girls. I had so much fun with them. Also, hanging out with Kaycee and Emily in my condo every night. Kaycee and I's long talk about life and how could I forget about getting stuck in a parking garage at 4 am. I thought my life was over. OH and dancing at a piano bar to Tina Turner. Yes I said Tina Turner! I let go of some inhibitions that evening. And finally, almost getting shot in a food 4 less at 11 o clock at night, when Kaycee and I went to get oatmeal for our daily breakfasts.
August-My 27th Birthday, a little bittersweet realizing that I am 27 and still single. But now I am learning to embrace it, and my attitude has changed. I get to look forward to falling in love. I also met a hottie that month, the relationship lasted about a month until he hit my car and then we parted ways. He was a good kisser though, and probably the hottest guy I ever dated. It was good times..but never meant to be. Also, the Bear Lake Trip with Kaycee, Heidi and Kasi.
September- LOTOJA finishing in 11 hrs 47 Minutes. Loving every moment of it. Hanging with Keena most the day. My family and friends at the finish line was the best!
Amanda and Adam moved away. Sad! I'm still not happy about this situation.
Last but certainly not least, my nose surgery! YAY! Sept 16th will forever be an anniversary.
Landing the best job as a Spinal Technician at Integrated Wellness. It was the best change for my life. I love Matt, Tony, Scott, Amy, and the whole Frogley clan. You have all made my life sweeter and I am so blessed to be in such a positive atmosphere.
October-Not much really happened in October but it was still a good month. Garrett dressed up as a Chick Fil A Bird for Halloween, and I won't ever forget that night.
November-A New President Elect. Bear Lake Trip with Debbie and Kaycee. Man I love these two! They always make me laugh. I don't think I would rather be with anybody else if I want to laugh. They are the best! The Morrill Girls, hanging with them is always a highlight. I am headed to Disney Land this coming Sunday. I can't wait to blog about my trip!
PHEW! I guess I have much to be Thankful for and alot of memories to lean on to make me smile. 2008 was a great year! I look forward to the holidays!
Welcome each trial as an oppertunity to grow, and the trial will become more of a journey, rather than a destination of pain.
Wow! It has been almost a month since I last blogged, which is very unlike me..but to be quite frank blogging was not on my to do list. I am now sitting at my computer trying to think of something to write about, something interesting that will keep all you fellow bloggers reading this post. I swear this month went by too fast! I feel like Halloween was an hour ago. It is crazy to think that Thanksgiving is now a few days away. Where does all the time go? It is sad to think that we probably all do not really stop to breathe and enjoy the beauty of just staying still for a moment. I plead guilty of this right now as I sit down and rack my brain of fulfilling wonderful experiences to blog about. I still have many other thoughts on my mind that will not allow me to sit still. But I will try now to just let everything be and write. I am in the writing mood. I get in this mood sometimes and I usually write my blog for myself, not really caring whether anyone else will read it. If you happen to skim through it..great! I really do not know what will come out of my thoughts as I sit here alone tonight at my computer while everyone else has gone to bed.
I am actually looking back and thinking about the year 2008. I feel like my life hit a HUGE milestone, and I learned alot about myself and about what I want to be and who I am becoming as I continue to walk and breathe each day. Usually, I would post a blog like this the last day of December...but I am slightly overwhelmed right now, and we are never really promised tomorrow...so bare with me.
Abbey's 2008 Review..(Growth, Experiences, Oppertunites, Moments, Friendships, Family, that changed my life for the better...and made me a stronger Abbey.)
December 2007-I learned alot about myself when I lost a very important person in my life. My amazing Grandpa J. Weston Daw passed away. His favorite holiday was Christmas and he passed away about 2 weeks prior. It was the most spiritual Christmas I have ever had because I learned so much about service. My grandpa was the most serving man I have ever met, besides my own mother. I will never forget the experiences I had sitting by his bedside as he waited to pass on to the otherside. My family grew closer and even though it was sad to see my grandpa go, he left a legacy in us all...and especially in my own life.
January-Garrett and Brittany welcomed baby Vincent into the world. He has been a major blessing to our family. Vince is the cutest blue eyed, blonde haired baby boy you will ever see.
I did however have kinda a hard time, going through a break up with someone that you love is never good. I learned that I needed that experience to learn how to love myself. I don't think I did, and It came at a cost of losing someone that I cared deeply about, I know strange! We always learn the most when we have to climb the highest mountains.
February-I decided to read the Book Of Mormon, I wanted to find Peace and gain a stronger testimony. I finished it the following summer, and I have never loved a book so much in my life. Alma 32 sticks out in my mind on FAITH. I am so glad that I chose to sit down even for ten minutes a day and read that book. I gained an incredible amount of peace from reading it.
March- Highlight for me was the oppertunity I was given by my awesome boss and friend Kaycee to attend the Life Time Fitness Cycle Summit at Corporate Headquarters in MN. I learned so much and made some new friends that will now always be a part of my life. I was also chosen to be a part of the board of Directors by Braham our CEO. I will never forget those experiences I had there with everyone that weekend.
April-The only thing I remember about April was when I ran the SLC 1/2 Marathon. I kinda realized that I love Biking more then running. ;)
May-I met some great friends, and had the best time working as a marketing rep for Black Bottoms cycle wear. I learned alot about the biking business and gained 3 new friends. Jay, Allie, and Matt.
June- Funnest times of my life! The MS 150 ride with Life Time fitness. It was awesome to be a part of the Fab 5! We smoked EVERYONE!
The Ragnars Wasatch Relay, The Runamok Diva's. Longest but the most fun 32 hours I haver ever had. NO SLEEP involved! I am already signed up for next year. "Breaking Wind...here we come! :) DEBBIE! YEHAW!
Allison and Cameron's little Dillon came into the world 6 weeks premature. Hardest 6 weeks for Allison, Cam and Mason. But they made it through, and now Dillon is a healthy little baby who is sooooo loved.
July-Is my FAV month! IDEA FITNESS CONVENTION in Vegas. I always go down and work for Impact Fitness Wear. This year was the most fun I have had at convention. We laughed, and laughed, and laughed every moment. The top 10 list! I will never forget the paten leather watering can purse and the Asian's that love the head bands. Megan, Kirsten and all the girls. I had so much fun with them. Also, hanging out with Kaycee and Emily in my condo every night. Kaycee and I's long talk about life and how could I forget about getting stuck in a parking garage at 4 am. I thought my life was over. OH and dancing at a piano bar to Tina Turner. Yes I said Tina Turner! I let go of some inhibitions that evening. And finally, almost getting shot in a food 4 less at 11 o clock at night, when Kaycee and I went to get oatmeal for our daily breakfasts.
August-My 27th Birthday, a little bittersweet realizing that I am 27 and still single. But now I am learning to embrace it, and my attitude has changed. I get to look forward to falling in love. I also met a hottie that month, the relationship lasted about a month until he hit my car and then we parted ways. He was a good kisser though, and probably the hottest guy I ever dated. It was good times..but never meant to be. Also, the Bear Lake Trip with Kaycee, Heidi and Kasi.
September- LOTOJA finishing in 11 hrs 47 Minutes. Loving every moment of it. Hanging with Keena most the day. My family and friends at the finish line was the best!
Amanda and Adam moved away. Sad! I'm still not happy about this situation.
Last but certainly not least, my nose surgery! YAY! Sept 16th will forever be an anniversary.
Landing the best job as a Spinal Technician at Integrated Wellness. It was the best change for my life. I love Matt, Tony, Scott, Amy, and the whole Frogley clan. You have all made my life sweeter and I am so blessed to be in such a positive atmosphere.
October-Not much really happened in October but it was still a good month. Garrett dressed up as a Chick Fil A Bird for Halloween, and I won't ever forget that night.
November-A New President Elect. Bear Lake Trip with Debbie and Kaycee. Man I love these two! They always make me laugh. I don't think I would rather be with anybody else if I want to laugh. They are the best! The Morrill Girls, hanging with them is always a highlight. I am headed to Disney Land this coming Sunday. I can't wait to blog about my trip!
PHEW! I guess I have much to be Thankful for and alot of memories to lean on to make me smile. 2008 was a great year! I look forward to the holidays!
Welcome each trial as an oppertunity to grow, and the trial will become more of a journey, rather than a destination of pain.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Halloween Cycle Charity Event Oct 24th
I thought I would post on the fun charity event we had at Life Time Fitness Saturday morning. I was in charge of this baby, and it felt good to create and promote something for such a good cause. We raised so much money for the Hurricane Ike fund. Even in the times we are having right now with the economy it is amazing to see how considerate people are to contribute. The members had a blast and we filled the entire room up! We had a blast teaching and decorating the room all spooky. I am still tired from all the planning, but it was a success! I am so blessed to be a part of a team that supports one another each day. I cannot express enough how much I love what I do. Thanks to Cami, Doc, Jenn, Julie, Jamie and Erick for a fun time! Also, Thank you to Tara for helping set up even though you could not ride with us. Here are some pictures of the event.
Time to ride!
Our beautiful decorated stage
Abbey and Jenn warming the class up
Teaching
Joining the ride!
Fun! Fun! Fun!
Man I love them!
All Of Us!
Our Awesome Life Time Members!
Julie teaching..she's so cute!
Our Team, Erick, Cami, and Jamie
Time to ride!
Our beautiful decorated stage
Abbey and Jenn warming the class up
Teaching
Joining the ride!
Fun! Fun! Fun!
Man I love them!
All Of Us!
Our Awesome Life Time Members!
Julie teaching..she's so cute!
Our Team, Erick, Cami, and Jamie
Saturday, October 18, 2008
This Weeks Favorites and Gratitudes!
I took this idea from a few of my blogger friends. Here are few things that occurred this week that kept me grateful to be alive and enjoying the joy in my daily journey.
* My mom, the unconditional love that she has for me. Her concerned tears of love for me for my faults, trials, and heart aches. I was humbeled and stood in awe of how blessed I am to have the mother that I have.
* Bishop Christiansen
* The Spirit speaking to my heart
* Lunch at Harmons with Megan my best friend
* My five mile route that I run with Jessie whenever I can. The beautiful fall Saturday afternoon when we ran together and enjoyed each others company.
* The relaxing words and support of my angel Nadine.
* Katie Park, for the support and friend that I have in her. I am blessed to have you in my life at this time.
* Debbie Thomas, for being the person in my life that I can talk to and you will not judge me. I love you more more each week we are friends.
* Prayer to my father in heaven. I can always turn and find peace in prayer.
* For my favorite TV shows, The Hills, Brothers and Sisters, Survivor, Ellen, and Oprah for providing me with mindless entertainment after a long day of work.
* My patients and staff family at Integrated Wellness. I am abundantly blessed to work in such an amazing environment where everyone is grateful and where I can contribute to others that are not feeling well.
* Lifetime Fitness GF family, I want to pinch myself daily because I am so lucky to be apart of such a great team. I am truly blessed beyond words. I love you!
* Kaycee Dunfield, for providing me with lightness in life and laughter. How I love your company and friendship. Allowing me this week to PTLMS your back and making me laugh so hard when you could not hold still. I had great pleasure in this process. HA!
* Heidi Ormsby, for making me laugh this week by any comment you make.
* Jenny Frogley, for your beautiful voice. Downloading, "We are free" and "Stand in holy places". on Itunes.
* Sarah Mclachlan released a new greatest hits cd "Closer" and I went out and purchased it! Amazing!
* Attending the temple. I felt so peaceful, and I was grateful for the sweet spirit I felt there. Reading Mormon:9 and having hope for miracles.
* Christina McEvoy, for her amazing friendship. Winning a necklace at her Twisted Silver jewelry party. I never win anything! It was a first!
* Ethan and Savannah, for emailing me and calling me almost every day this week. I miss them so much, they moved to Keokuk Iowa. Savannah emailing me and letting me know "This is a NIGHTMARE without you!" Ethan asking me for my "I dress" because he wanted to write me a letter. I miss all of you! Amanda my beautiful sister, Adam, Ethan and Savannah.
* All of my classes that I had an oppertunity to teach this week.
* Julie Labrum, for subbing a Total Conditioning class for me on Saturday. I was so tired, and did not think I could make it. I LOVE YOU!
* The way one of our patients Logan scared the hiccups right out of my mom. Funniest moment this week!
* Jennifer Ebeling, a patient that I just love! She made me smile this week.
* Kat Morrills nice texts
* Watching two of my favorite people do so well in the figure competition! AMAZING!
* Laughing so hard at Ellen when she was teaching Dakota Fanning how to drive. If anyone saw this, wasn't it funny? I almost choked I was laughing so hard. If you did not see it, watch it now! Oh my gosh! You won't regret it.
* The beautiful fall weather
* Debbie and her story about eating maggots accidentally.
* My car was fixed. Thank you Preston.
* Realizing that faith is real, and I am blessed according to my faith.
* My new nose, the swelling went down more this week. Hurray!
* Realizing that I have a best friend within myself, I spent a lot of time alone ths week. It was ok. I needed the time.
* Garrett, Brittany, little Vince,and the girls. Letting me hang out with them on Friday night. Ordering pizza and giving me company.
* Shelly's great TC class! Loved it. Thanks for a great workout.
* Having 48 people in my Fusion class on Sunday and feeling as though I was being hugged with their postive energy.
* Having 57 people show up to Cycle on Monday and feeling again how amazing these people are in my life. I am grateful for the cold weather because they all come back indoors to ride. :)
* I am grateful for Allison, Cameron, Mason and Dillon for always being their for me if I need family. Mason is really starting to like his aunt and you don't know how good this makes me feel. Mason sitting on the stair with me while I talked on the phone. He watches every move I make...literally. I feel as though he is so intrigued by me.
* Realizing that this is my time and my day! AND I am not giving up!
So there are my favorites for the week!
* My mom, the unconditional love that she has for me. Her concerned tears of love for me for my faults, trials, and heart aches. I was humbeled and stood in awe of how blessed I am to have the mother that I have.
* Bishop Christiansen
* The Spirit speaking to my heart
* Lunch at Harmons with Megan my best friend
* My five mile route that I run with Jessie whenever I can. The beautiful fall Saturday afternoon when we ran together and enjoyed each others company.
* The relaxing words and support of my angel Nadine.
* Katie Park, for the support and friend that I have in her. I am blessed to have you in my life at this time.
* Debbie Thomas, for being the person in my life that I can talk to and you will not judge me. I love you more more each week we are friends.
* Prayer to my father in heaven. I can always turn and find peace in prayer.
* For my favorite TV shows, The Hills, Brothers and Sisters, Survivor, Ellen, and Oprah for providing me with mindless entertainment after a long day of work.
* My patients and staff family at Integrated Wellness. I am abundantly blessed to work in such an amazing environment where everyone is grateful and where I can contribute to others that are not feeling well.
* Lifetime Fitness GF family, I want to pinch myself daily because I am so lucky to be apart of such a great team. I am truly blessed beyond words. I love you!
* Kaycee Dunfield, for providing me with lightness in life and laughter. How I love your company and friendship. Allowing me this week to PTLMS your back and making me laugh so hard when you could not hold still. I had great pleasure in this process. HA!
* Heidi Ormsby, for making me laugh this week by any comment you make.
* Jenny Frogley, for your beautiful voice. Downloading, "We are free" and "Stand in holy places". on Itunes.
* Sarah Mclachlan released a new greatest hits cd "Closer" and I went out and purchased it! Amazing!
* Attending the temple. I felt so peaceful, and I was grateful for the sweet spirit I felt there. Reading Mormon:9 and having hope for miracles.
* Christina McEvoy, for her amazing friendship. Winning a necklace at her Twisted Silver jewelry party. I never win anything! It was a first!
* Ethan and Savannah, for emailing me and calling me almost every day this week. I miss them so much, they moved to Keokuk Iowa. Savannah emailing me and letting me know "This is a NIGHTMARE without you!" Ethan asking me for my "I dress" because he wanted to write me a letter. I miss all of you! Amanda my beautiful sister, Adam, Ethan and Savannah.
* All of my classes that I had an oppertunity to teach this week.
* Julie Labrum, for subbing a Total Conditioning class for me on Saturday. I was so tired, and did not think I could make it. I LOVE YOU!
* The way one of our patients Logan scared the hiccups right out of my mom. Funniest moment this week!
* Jennifer Ebeling, a patient that I just love! She made me smile this week.
* Kat Morrills nice texts
* Watching two of my favorite people do so well in the figure competition! AMAZING!
* Laughing so hard at Ellen when she was teaching Dakota Fanning how to drive. If anyone saw this, wasn't it funny? I almost choked I was laughing so hard. If you did not see it, watch it now! Oh my gosh! You won't regret it.
* The beautiful fall weather
* Debbie and her story about eating maggots accidentally.
* My car was fixed. Thank you Preston.
* Realizing that faith is real, and I am blessed according to my faith.
* My new nose, the swelling went down more this week. Hurray!
* Realizing that I have a best friend within myself, I spent a lot of time alone ths week. It was ok. I needed the time.
* Garrett, Brittany, little Vince,and the girls. Letting me hang out with them on Friday night. Ordering pizza and giving me company.
* Shelly's great TC class! Loved it. Thanks for a great workout.
* Having 48 people in my Fusion class on Sunday and feeling as though I was being hugged with their postive energy.
* Having 57 people show up to Cycle on Monday and feeling again how amazing these people are in my life. I am grateful for the cold weather because they all come back indoors to ride. :)
* I am grateful for Allison, Cameron, Mason and Dillon for always being their for me if I need family. Mason is really starting to like his aunt and you don't know how good this makes me feel. Mason sitting on the stair with me while I talked on the phone. He watches every move I make...literally. I feel as though he is so intrigued by me.
* Realizing that this is my time and my day! AND I am not giving up!
So there are my favorites for the week!
Friday, October 10, 2008
7 Things About Me
Alot of good has happened to me in the last couple of weeks! Also I have experienced alot of exhaustion and overwhelming thoughts about life and change. Conference was amazing and It completely filled me up. I love our prophet so much. I esp love Brother Uchdorf's talk on "Hope". I am so grateful for everything in my life right now even if it is exhausting and full of busy, non stop day's. I hope all is well with all of you and I hope all of my dear family and friends know how much I adore you! have a great week! SMILE :)
Abbey and Madelyn hanging out conference weekend
7 Things about ME
7 things I plan to do before I die...
1. Get married and have a family
2. Write a few best selling novels
3. Finish an Ironman Triathalon
4. Climb Mt. Kilomanjaro
5. See Lion King on broadway in NYC
6. Mission with my husband
7. Kiss Lance Armstrong (before I get married of course)
7 things I can do...
1. Beat men up canyons on my bike
2. Touch my nose with my tongue
3. Stand on my head
4. Run Marathons
5. The best babysitter and aunt anyone could ask for in life
6. Lip sinc to Miss Otis Regrets by Bette Midler
7. Write
7 things I cannot do...
1. I suck at Bowling no matter how hard I try
2. Go cross eyed
3. Do a back flip on a tramp
4. sing
5. get a brain freeze
6. scrap book
7. Math
7 Things that I would have on a deserted island:
1. Book of Mormon
2. Yoga Mat
3. Sunscreen
4. My Pink Blanket
5. Toothbrush
6. Sarah Mclachlan greatest hits cd/ipod
7. Pictures
7 Things I say most often
1. you little monster
2. what in the
3. Oh my gosh
4. I would like to order a Sunshine roll please (sushi) :)
5. Come on! Don't give up! Put on some Abbey Love!(when I am teaching):)
6. I love you
7. Whats up!
7 Celebrity Admirations...
1. Lance Armstrong
2. Oprah Winfrey
3. Ellen Degeneres
4. Jennifer Aniston
5. Tiger Woods
6. Lauren Conrad, Whitney Port, Audrina Partridge, Lo, Heidi Montag (HA!)
7. Brody Jenner is hot!
7 Favorite foods...
1. SUSHI, SUSHI, SUSHI!
2. Pizza
3. Potatoes and Gravy
4. Turkey Sandwhich
5. Life Cafe Salad (candy walnuts, chicken, craisens, blue cheese, rasp vingerette)
6. Moms Homemade Chicken Enchiladas
7. Salmon
7 People I think should do this:
1. Katie
2. Heidi
3. Amelia
4. Allison
5. Amanda
6. Debbie Thomas
7. Debbie Tebbs
Abbey and Madelyn hanging out conference weekend
7 Things about ME
7 things I plan to do before I die...
1. Get married and have a family
2. Write a few best selling novels
3. Finish an Ironman Triathalon
4. Climb Mt. Kilomanjaro
5. See Lion King on broadway in NYC
6. Mission with my husband
7. Kiss Lance Armstrong (before I get married of course)
7 things I can do...
1. Beat men up canyons on my bike
2. Touch my nose with my tongue
3. Stand on my head
4. Run Marathons
5. The best babysitter and aunt anyone could ask for in life
6. Lip sinc to Miss Otis Regrets by Bette Midler
7. Write
7 things I cannot do...
1. I suck at Bowling no matter how hard I try
2. Go cross eyed
3. Do a back flip on a tramp
4. sing
5. get a brain freeze
6. scrap book
7. Math
7 Things that I would have on a deserted island:
1. Book of Mormon
2. Yoga Mat
3. Sunscreen
4. My Pink Blanket
5. Toothbrush
6. Sarah Mclachlan greatest hits cd/ipod
7. Pictures
7 Things I say most often
1. you little monster
2. what in the
3. Oh my gosh
4. I would like to order a Sunshine roll please (sushi) :)
5. Come on! Don't give up! Put on some Abbey Love!(when I am teaching):)
6. I love you
7. Whats up!
7 Celebrity Admirations...
1. Lance Armstrong
2. Oprah Winfrey
3. Ellen Degeneres
4. Jennifer Aniston
5. Tiger Woods
6. Lauren Conrad, Whitney Port, Audrina Partridge, Lo, Heidi Montag (HA!)
7. Brody Jenner is hot!
7 Favorite foods...
1. SUSHI, SUSHI, SUSHI!
2. Pizza
3. Potatoes and Gravy
4. Turkey Sandwhich
5. Life Cafe Salad (candy walnuts, chicken, craisens, blue cheese, rasp vingerette)
6. Moms Homemade Chicken Enchiladas
7. Salmon
7 People I think should do this:
1. Katie
2. Heidi
3. Amelia
4. Allison
5. Amanda
6. Debbie Thomas
7. Debbie Tebbs
Sunday, September 28, 2008
THE RESULTS ARE IN!
So after a very grueling 2 weeks of recovery, I can finally show you all the new addition. It has been very un comfortable and has not been a party for me to say the least, but I am excited to have the hardest part over and done for good! I still have swelling and it will take an additional 3 months until my nose is completely where it needs to be...but here she is! Let me know what you think!
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
A New Nose, Eh why not ;)
So I did it! I have wanted this surgery since I could say the word nose or knew what a nose was...I have had my doctor picked out for years! Dr. John Clayton. AMAZING! So my surgery was today and it took 3 hrs. I have never experienced general anthesia, so I was really nervous thinking about going under the knife. I had my Dad just drop me off at the front and I proceeded to go in by myself. I tried to act all tough girl like no I don't need my daddy to come with me, but I was freaking out inside! As I turned around to walk away from the car my Dad said well good luck, I love you! Then he said hold on, let me take one more look at that shnoz! HAHA! Jk, he said let me take one more look at that nose, I'm going to miss it. I started thinking to myself, I'm going to miss this nose too..it has brought me alot of joy in life, that is sarcastic. The day has finally come because this has been my dream my whole life. If you grew up with me you would know this too. All my old friends and neighbors texted me today because they were anticipating this as much as me. Anyways, I walk in and meet the lovely nurse that would be taking care of me,and she looked legit so I was happy. She told me to put on the gown and I really had no idea what way it went, I was too embarrassed to ask her so I just guessed. I did put it on the right way, because they didn't tell me to fix it, but my cute pink undies wer sticking out from behind. I also had to wear booties and what looked like a shower cap. It was not cute, but who needs to look cute during surgery! Well I kinda did, this was an important day. I was scared until I met the blood doctor, his name was Dr. Foster. He made me feel so comfortable, he told me I know when I see a beautiful woman but I also know when I see beautiful veins, and yours are the most beautiful I have ever seen. He is like you work out right? Uh yeah! HEHE! I was thankful for the compliment. Next he had me follow him into the E.R. and I suddenly felt like I was on a episode of Grey's Anatomy, especially once I saw the operating table I would be laying on. I got freaked out and started to tear up. I wanted to say nevermind I like my nose, I'm peacing outta here! Dr. Foster could tell I was nervous so he put some nervous juice in my IV and about 30 seconds later I thought WOW this is an incredible feeling, and can I have more? He then goes on to inject what he called my happy juice and I do not remember a thing following. Because that is exactly what it was, HAPPY JUICE! I was out! I woke up in a bed not knowing where the crap I was and then remembered holy moly I have a new nose! I was happy to be alive and well! I came home and have felt pretty good the whole day, not alot of pain just tired. My dad came home sick from work today and hung out with me, he said I just rambeled all day to him. I was loopy! He told me it was the most I have talked to him in years...sad :)! I must have been talking alot, he told me he enjoyed conversation with me even if it did not make sense. I'm drugged and I'd like to keep it that way. Thanks to Megan and Jessie for bringing me a smoothie and hanging with me, I have the two best friends in the world...literally! Thanks to my Mom for waiting on me hand and foot all day,I love my mom. We are having a slumber party tonight downstairs because she has to be with me 24 hrs. I am glad that I could have surgery just so I could hang with my mom and dad all day. It has been nice. Here is a picture, enjoy! HA HA! No laughing please! I'll take picutures of the finished product on Monday.
Friday, September 12, 2008
LOTOJA September 6th 2008
Well I DID IT!I attempted and successfully completed the longest one day road biking race in the United States. The course travels from Logan and ends in the beautiful and to say the least BREATHTAKING Jackson Hole Teton Village. All together the race goes through 3 states, Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming with a total of 206 miles and over 11,000 feet in elevation gain. I look forward to this race every year and I was especially excited for this year. The day was filled with the most exhilarating feelings of happiness, determination, pain, tears, joy, and complete rush! I am so blessed to have the health and endurance of my body to withstand such a day on my bike. I started the race at 7:04 am and crossed the finish line at 6:45 pm that evening. It was amazing to see the support there for me throughout the day. I cannot thank Megan, Jessie, and my cousin Janessa for being there for me to help feed me and make sure that everything was in tact for my ride. I have AMAZING friends, and family. Thank you to my parents for riding along side me when I needed them the most. Thank you to Keena Shaereer for riding with me as a mentor and support, I couldn't of asked for a better rider and friend to hang with throughout the day. Shane Evans, your a rockstar! Thank you for riding with me through one of the toughest parts of the race along the snake river canyon (the last 47 miles). Thank you to Julie Labrum, Whitney Pogue (my sister), and Sue Kertesz for the endless support of friendship and for always knowing what I need to survive on the bike. I love you! I am so grateful today for the talents I have and for the oppertunity this was for my life. It brought inspiration, humility, and confidence in my life and I am so happy to be alive! LIVE LOVE RIDE! Here is some pictures of my day. Enjoy!
Abbey and Keena ready to start! Janessa are you ready for a long day of supporting these crazy gals! :)
Just me ready to start a day full of fun :)
On our way from Montepeliar to Afton mile 90! 116 to go!
Me and my best friends and support! Montepeliar rest stop, mile 65!
Another pic of me and my girls!
Lotoja finish line! PHEW!
I'm finished! I had crossed about 5 minutes prior to this picture. My support crew. Jessie, Megan and Janessa! My legs were jello! I was so happy!
The three of us together. Finished! Abbey, Keena, and Shane! We rode most of the day together. I LOVE YOU GUYS!
