see you in two years!

And he's off! Off to serve the Lord for two years in the San Diego Spanish Speaking mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

ELDER GARY CLIPP!


Elder Clipp,

I will always remember the good times we had together. Our many conversations while Jordan, Hunter, and Griffin freeborded. Our trip to Kings Dominion where we raced the Honda gang, and rode practically every ride together. Don't forget the many pranks we played on people, and the time we almost got arrested.(I know I'll never forget that one.) The intense ping pong wars I watched y'all play while I sat on my phone texting. The "INTENSE" fireworks we set off at your house last fourth of July because Hunter didn't want to go watch them downtown. Our many Rockband nights on the biggest tv I've ever seen in my life. Oh the memories I have with you, Gary.

I know you'll be an incredible missionary. You have such a strong testimony, and love for the gospel. You will bring many souls unto the gospel, and will bless many lives. Always remember that the Lord loves you, and will always watch over you. You are an incredible person, and I know this will carry you through out your life.

I LOVE YOU!

one year older - and wiser too

Woah! I am now officially twenty! Where did the years go by?! I remember when I turned ten and couldn't wait until I could drive.



Now I'm twenty. In a year, I can buy alcohol (not that that matters). I have two years of college under my belt, and in the fall I'll be a junior! My junior year of high school, I got my license! It's funny how time flies. If I would have known time would move so quickly, I would have been more outgoing. Before I know it, I'll be a mom (which I can't wait for, by the way).

Anyway, I got some interesting gifts. To start off, my big gift was a longboard. I tried longboarding this past Thanksgiving in California. I loved it, and wasn't as fearful as I first thought I'd be. I love it. It's the cutest Sector 9 longboard! A gorgeous ocean scene on the top and bottom. Oh, how I love it. At my party last night (which was with the missionaries), I got a piggy bank, three $20.00 gift cards to Target, and yellow cooking supplies!



Now, the piggy bank. My mom said it was for all the change laying around my room. That doesn't make sense to me considering I don't ever carry cash. I only use my debt, which has seemed to get me into trouble, but I still don't understand the piggy bank. The gift cards were sent from above! I LOVE Target! It is, by far, my favorite store in the world! It way better then Walmart, for all you Walmart lovers. And the cooking supplies are awesome! I love buying anything kitchen related. It's funny how, the older you grow, the more you long for practical gifts!



And lastly, the cake. My grandmothers FAMOUS strawberry cake! Okay, maybe it's not famous, but it sure is in my family! Hunter and I LOVE it! Hunter was lame, so he blew out his candles the second they were lit. I, on the other hand, am a birthday junkie and waited for the song. I then made a wish, that of which I'll keep a secret, but I didn't mange to blow out my candles in one breath. I hope that doesn't hinder my wish! Anyway, I had a wonderful birthday. Thanks to all those that made it great!

long time - no blessings?

Okay, so maybe that's not true. I've been blessed with more things then I can count. I've just been too lazy to blog.

I've been blessed with a wonderful week off from work where I was able to bask in the sun, while laying on the sand. How wonderful are vacations with your family, and friends.

Okay, so now I'm going to fill you in on my day at work. So to start off, working at Honeytree Early Learning Center is not as easy as it sounds. You try chasing the worst three year olds around all day. Did I mention that it's 16 three year olds? I leave most days with a headache, but that's beside the point. Anyway, I have a favorite child. Her name is Megan and I think she is the cutest little girl to have ever walked the earth. She has beautiful long blonde hair, and has the attitude of a high school girl. Today, she gave me the cutest little attitude I've ever seen. The story goes as follows:

Megan: MS. RIAAAAAA! Erin called me a bad boy! (as she struts over to me and throws her hand on her hip)
Me: Erin, Megan is not a bad boy. She's not even a boy. You need to stop telling people that.
Megan: (struts back over to Erin, and throws her hand back on her hip) I'm not a bad boy, Erin! You're a bad girl!

Oh the joy of three year olds! I leave every day with a new appreciation for their little personalities. Don't get me wrong. Some days I wish I could kill them all. But then I wouldn't get hugs, and kisses everyday!

day two

i have been blessed with time off from work to go on a family vacation to the beach. a much needed break from my ocd.

it's only the beginning

today, i vow to find the many blessings that i receive each day. it can only improve my happiness, right?

i have been blessed with the fullness of the true gospel in my life. i have been blessed with a testimony, although it wavers, i can always turn to in times of trouble.