Oh hi, twenties.

I am finally 20 as of yesterday.

yeah yeah yeah!

although the waitress at Red Robin who so kindly brought me a free birthday sundae was almost in disbelief. She thought I was much younger. "Well when you're thirty, you'll look twenty!" So she thought I was 10. Flattering. But hey, a sundae with more whipped cream then ice cream, so I won't complain. 

Keiran was the first to call and tell me Happy Birthday, at 12:00am on the dot. What a sweetheart. 

Later that morning when the sun was out we skyped and had coffee. I then skyped with my family at 10 for when I turned twenty..at 10:06. 

Me and my friend Valerie went to a very small crafting market on 16th street where I sampled some amazing vegetarian jerky, and why I did not buy some, I still do not know. 

Then we decided to spend some money and have a lunch of frozen yogurt. A mixture of espresso, red velvet cake, white chocolate macadamia flavors and topped with sprinkles, oreos, and caramel. I make treats that could be a healthier options give you diabetes.
The cashier cancelled my card transaction at TJ-Max because it was my birthday so I basically got a free shirt. Win. 

Later on in the day I received a package from my Grams and Papa which contained a lovely silver and gray Coach bag. & a second card from my great grandparents which contained $20. Jackpot. 

Ashton then came to pick me up where we went to a big fancy mall and I spent even more money. I did however buy a cute pair of pink/mauve jeans at American Eagle on sale. She then later took me to Red Robin for dinner where I chowed down on a delicious veggie burger and steak fries. & then I got my free sundae. 

I got home and called my Honey Nut Cheerio.

He will be here in 6 days and we are more then thrilled!

Good birthday I must say. 

I have a list of 25 things I want to see happen before I'm 25 which I will post later. 

Best Friend Night.

This is Candice. 

She lives in Oklahoma now. 

We are best friends and I missed her.
This was the only night I could see her while she is home.

We rocked out to music in my car & talked about boys.
Bought lip gloss on sale at Bath and Body Works. Mentha Lip Tint (Pink mint), why yes you can pull out that mistletoe now. *Winky wink*
Starbucks was calling our names. Caramel Brulee Latte for her. Pumpkin Spice for me.
Went to the temple grounds (yes, after having coffee) to look at the beautiful lights and took many photographs. We watched Mr. Kruger's Christmas (that movie makes my heart sing and dance) and looked at the temples around the world.
We went down town on Main Street to take pictures of all the pretty lights, we apparently like lights.
We drove home and admired more lights on the way.
She got out of the car and I almost cried.

Fancy that Friday

Christmas Parties. 

I've always been someone that wanted to throw really nice get togethers and parties. I love the thought of putting things together for my friends to enjoy. Throw together some nice decor, food, goodies, and just a good time with everyone. 

If you all didn't notice in my last post... I had a Christmas get together a few nights ago with a hot chocolate bar and a white elephant gift exchange. Nothing big. 

The night consisted of hot chocolate, sweets, too much talking, funny friends dancing with the neighbor's Santa, laughs, too fast of a white elephant gift exchange, random walk to the park, and White Chicks. 

Even though only 6 people ended up coming, it was great to see them and catch up. I have a great group of friends. 

I wish I got more photos. I don't understand why I didn't. 

Tomorrow night for Christmas Eve my Aunt is throwing a party, it will be a great reason to get dressed up and fancy. I'm excited to see the turn out of her party. 

Facebook Friend Thoughts V.1

My most recent status on Facebook said, "Give me something interesting to blog about"

Based off these comments, I will be doing blogs.

Here's my first blog with a few of the comments together.

(I will be doing full blogs with a few of them later on)

Kathryn : Kitties. And puppies. And maybe squirrels.

Braxton W: Me

Breanna J:How excited you are to do my baby pics and all those other pics lol

Cara (Mom) Eating GIANT turkey legs like a barbarian ;)

Cara (Mom) (again) Bio-Shaker ;)

Ed Kociela i think you should write about how you wear more food than you eat...

I'm allergic to kitties. Sometimes I just want to pick one up and cuddle with it...it's kind of sad that I cannot do that without sneezing them across the room. When it comes to puppies...the only puppy I want is my little girl, Sophie.

Brea has been one of my very good friends since middle school. She has always been there for me, I cannot recall a time we ever had problems. I cannot believe she has a little bundle of joy in her belly now! I have been photographing her and her family quite a bit. From Family photos, her Mom's engagements and wedding, and Brea modeling for me. I am more then excited that she has asked me to photograph her,Travis, and baby Korbyn. I am excited to be with her through this joyful time in her life! It's almost like I'm going to be an Auntie!

Hey, Thanksgiving is coming up in a couple days and I will be having GIANT turkey legs like a barbarian...Yes, they are seriously amazing. Along with all the other yummy stuff like hot apple cider, cranberry sauce, and chocolate cream pie. After all that eating way may have to purchase a BioShaker For those who do not live here in Mexico, a Bio-Shaker shakes the fat off your butt! Seriously. Looks like it tickles.

My Mom and I recently did a hair mask made of egg yolks, olive oil, and honey to help with dry summer hair. Ed (My step-daddy) thought it was oh so funny that I use food on my hair and face. I choose to put food on my face because it very natural and makes you feel amazing afterwards. We do get a kick out of saying "Hey, you have food on your face."

& oh...I had a crush on Braxton in middle school....well now since I just made things awkward...

Winner Winner What A Nice Neighbor Dinner.

Our neighbors Jim and Cheri invited us for a lovely dinner.

Pasta, sweet potatoes, cranberry bread and dessert banana bread.

MmmMmm.

You better believe I ate the whole plate of food.