6 things??

So I'm not really into the blog chains but my sister tagged me to blog about 6 things that people may not know about me.
6. I love shopping (not a surprise) but, I get freaked out when there are lots of people, like really freaked out. Maybe even anxiety-attack-level freaked out. Today while I was grocery shopping at Target, the Mormon Saturday night rush hit as I was around the cereal isle and I sorta started hyperventilating. That's usually my signal to stop comparing the dietary fiber of Special K and Total and get out of there. So that's it. I don't shop well in large crowds.
5. Two words: Grey's Anatomy
4. I hate brass buttons on mens sport coats. Why? Why do I hate them and why do they keep putting brass buttons on sport coats. Do not even get me started on elbow patches.
3. If I hadn't gone into Microbiology I would have gone into food science/nutrition or exercise science. I love the human body and taking care of it by eating good food and exercising and especially helping others to do the same.
2. Shoes. This is something I have always had such a hard time with and here's why: I don't like wearing anything but sandals. Duh.
1. I can't stand lumps in my smoothies. I don't stop blending until I smell the blender motor burning. That's how I know it's done.

To the Anderson's

"I fear no foe, with thee at hand to bless, ills have no weight, and tears not bitterness.
Where is death's sting? Where, grave, thy victory? I triumph still, if thou abide with me."

Lori- I remember you sang this once for your brother. I hope you will find comfort in these words again. I have so so many memories of your dad and his happy positive attitude and contagious laugh. He was always a staple in our ward and we will miss him. I love you and your family and I know that your knowledge and testimony will sustain you.

every weekend should be three days

Is it just me, or does the entire world have the flu? As for me and my house we do. 100% of my household is coughing, sneezing, blowing noses with toilet paper and heavily medicating themselves with Nyquil. My advice, get the flu shot.
This was my 3-day weekend, flu or no flu.

My fav place
Grandma Lynn's recreational artwork


My family is a popcorn familyOne baby loved the truck, one did not.
Who needs Disneyland when grandma is around for laundry-basket rides.

Somone Special

Dear Someone Special,
I have lost someone very dear to me
He was not rich or famous or strong
He loved all and encouraged everyone to do the same
Color, Religion, gender or position did not matter
His gentle persuasiveness and sense of humor
Broke down walls and influenced millions
From well known news correspondents to the President of the United States
He taught his beliefs through his good example and simple humility
He made available the blessings of eternity to millions who could not reach
He taught the youth of the world to stand a little taller and to
Be grateful
smart,
clean,
true,
humble,
and prayerful.
I love him and will miss him but I am so grateful for the privilege of knowing him.