He Said, She Said

I love listening to my parents tell stories about how they met. I always have. But for some reason, the stories have become more entertaining lately. Last week I was asking my parents, for the millionth time, how they met. I was so entertained by the conversation.

I asked, “What do you remember about the first time you met?”

He (my dad) said: We were at the Cannon Center at BYU. It was a dance and I saw your mom standing alone on the side of the room. She was wearing an orange dress with navy blue and yellow stripes. She had on orange shoes. The shoes had a little bit of a heel…they weren’t flat, but they weren’t very tall. Her hair was up and she had an orange bow tied in her hair. I remember exactly how I felt when I first saw her. I was so scared to ask a girl to dance.

She (my mom) said: He was wearing a sweater.

A Bit of Randomness

Some random goodness for my fellow blog readers:

- Does it seem strange to anyone but me that Al Rocker, the weather man, was working the red carpet at the Oscars?

- I'm so sick of hearing about the Octuplet mom. Seriously, just leave her alone already.

- There's no reason for me to wear makeup to work anymore.

- Mr. Obama, you've got some explaining to do.

- I could really go for some froyo from the YoZone. It's a buffet of frozen yogurt goodness.

- I'm kind of bummed today. I'm sure I'll be better by tomorrow.

Classing Up the Place

Sometimes, you've got to add a little class to your workplace.

Just for Fun

Today, I decided to look up the cost of an airplane ticket to Zurich. Just for fun. I found a flight that had a 12 hour layover in JFK. 12 hours? Just enough time to hit up China Town for a new purse! Tempting, very tempting.

I Love February

February is the month of love! In honor of February, a list of 28 things (you know, 28 days in February) that I love about this month.

1. January is over!
2. And that means one month closer to Spring. Bring on the tulips!
3. Ju-Ju hearts.
4. 28 days (with the occasional 29) and that puts me closer to warmer weather.
5. Pink...it's everywhere.
6. Valentine's Day cards from my nephews.
7. Birthdays. But not mine, but I do get to share in the cake. Yum!
8. Ju-Ju hearts.
9. Valentine's Day cards to my nephews.
10. No more talk about New Year's Resolutions.
11. Because the New Year's Resolutions should always stay in January.
12. Ju-Ju hearts.
13. The good stuff on American Idol.
14. I admit, I like American Idol, but not until they get past the auditions.
15. A paid day off of work.
16. Thank you, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
17. It's heart month.
18. Take care of your hearts.
19. Ju-Ju hearts.
20. Cheesy marketing copy that I can only get away with right now.
21. My cute wreath hanging on my front door.
22. Sugar cookies with pink frosting.
23. Conversation hearts.
24. Usually, they are kind of gross, but not in February.
25. Ju-Ju hearts.
26. The days are getting longer.
27. Ju-Ju hearts.
28. Have I mentioned Ju-Ju hearts yet?

Dear President Obama,

You’re the President of the United States now. That’s a tall order to fill. Regardless of my personal political affiliation or who I voted for on election day, the charge is now yours to lead this land that I love. I pray for your guidance and success.

On Tuesday morning I watched you begin your road to becoming President. My heart swelled with pride to be an American. I watched you stand amidst a spectacular background of red, white, and blue as the flag proudly waved. You were confident and poised. I was privileged to be a part of history as our nation swore in the first African-American President. I watched as crowds of people got tears in their eyes to witness this historic day. Only in this great land could such a feat be accomplished. We are truly blessed to be Americans.

I was struck with awe as I watched a peaceful transfer of power. There were smiles and handshakes and general good wishes as the former power gave the mantel to the new power. I think it’s this peace, this non-violent manner, that really stands out in my mind as a miracle that day. Another testament to our great land.

You showed such respect for the Office of President, as well as great personal respect for President Bush. I was touched to see your wife give Mrs. Bush a gift as you greeted the couple on the White House stairs. I think the manner in which you treated Pres. Bush and his wife speaks volumes about your character. Your wife showed me how to be an example to young women everywhere. Her graciousness, her class, and her dignity are characteristics that should be emulated in the world today. Your love and respect for your wife were also noted. I loved how you walked around the car to open her door and walked beside her as you took on new responsibilities…together. It’s obvious to me that you are both in this; it’s not a one-sided job.

And now, as we move forward into the future, it’s my wish that you will succeed. That together, as a nation, we can be united and bring about change. Together, we can make the world a better place for all of us, for our children, and for future generations. All eyes are on you now to see if you will bring about the change that you talked about all during the campaign. Don’t let us down. And may “God bless America.”

Sincerely,

Jen

When I Leave My Desk Unattended

This is what happens.

The poor puppets...they never saw it coming.