House Update:)

Well ladies and gentlemen! We have officially (well not quite but you get the point) got a buyer!!!!!!!!!! He is excited and so am I! He is saying that the contract will be written up around the 31st. 

Newsflash: That is my birthday by the way so just a heads up:)

But ya, So its pretty much a done deal. I dont want to jinx it though but (head nod)..... Okay... So yeah we are looking for houses.

Great time to buy really:)):):):)

Love you all and due to the time of day I am not going to be doing Last Minute Thoughts. 

Love you anyways:)

Andie

Christmas Plans Update

So here is my families plan for Christmas Day and Christmas Eve:

Christmas Eve we will be spending with the Thatchers this year!
- I know! Isn't it exciting?! We haven't in at least 2 years:( But now we are!

Christmas Day my Grandma Prier wants us to come over so we are planning that.

This is interchangeable, but I am pretty sure that we are going to Thatchers Christmas Eve.



MERRY CHRISTMAS!

I love Christmas, it is the best for me. There is snow and all the things that make you have warm fuzzies in your chest!!! There is just so many things that I love about Christmas! The snowmen, the cooking, the snow:) waking up Christmas morning and watching the little kids eyes light up!


Last Minute Thoughts:
1. I don't know if I am getting a ride up to my house today.
2. If love is true, then its unconditional.
3. Music can make your day!:)
4. I love rice crispies:)
5. the 'i before e' rule is annoying.
6. DECK THE HALLS PEOPLE!
7. Stop complaining about the snow! Cause heaven knows that when July comes with its 107 degree weather, your going to be missing it!
8. Musicians are hot.... ;)
9. 6 DAYS TILL CHRISTMAS!

Ten Minutes To Kill

So I have decided that I am either really good or really bad at surprises and there is no way around it.
I CANT WAIT FOR CHRISTMAS!
As you may no already, I have gone to one of the best places I could be: Giving Presents.
For me getting a present is a little awkward. All I like to do is give presents. For me, It is like 10 times better than getting presents. But if your so inclined to get me a present, I love money or stuff that you have made yourself.
That is what I am doing this year. I have made Earring Holders, Scrapbook pages and dolls and doll clothes and a random assortment of other stuff.
So if I love you enough, just plan on getting those things lol:)

4 minutes to go.

Last Minute Thoughts:
1. I really really like to be happy:) Being mad just drains me and gives me a head ache.
2. Stomach Ache is not pronounced Stomacha-cha.
3. Woods cross has NO good looking guys.... :(
4. Guys that are shorter than me when they are in High School are really sad to look at.
5. I still have about two minutes to kill.......
6. Baby its cold outside!!!
7. Driving in the snow is stressful.
8. I'm Done.

Love ya!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! A Collection of What is Going On in My Life

Well I know you all are wondering why I am posting at 1 p.m. but here is the low down. I had the WORST 24 hour flu bug I have ever had! That is why I am not at school cause I don't think that they would appreciate me coming and getting them sick. No matter how much they love me;). So watch out, and don't worry, I didn't hold any babies yesterday at the baby blessing. Oh and I found out that I am allergic to Eggs.... shocker to me since I love eggs... its kinda sad. 

I threw up at least 5 times last night and man I wanted someone to just shoot me and get it over with. Again... Watch out. :(.

Okay, enough with the bad things and in with the new:

To start off, I have decided to give away something that I corner the market on for a Christmas Present for all those that I wont be able to give one too. ( I know that was a run on sentence.)

Lucky You! You get my beloved Apple Cake Recipe! 

So here it is:

2 Cups Sugar

1/2 Cup Butter

2 Eggs

2 Cups Flour

2 Teaspoon Baking Soda

1/2 Teaspoon Nutmeg

4 Cups Shredded Apples (Processor works great!)

1/2 Cups Raisins (Optional but I strongly suggest it)

1 Cup Nuts (Optional)

1 Teaspoon Salt

2 Teaspoon Cinnamon

 

Combine like you would a cake & bake in greased 9x13 pan at 350˚ for 30-45 Minutes.

 

Sauce:

1 Cup Butter

2 Cups Sugar

1/2 Cup Evaporated Milk

1/2 Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk

1 Teaspoon Vanilla 

Heat all but Vanilla on stove top for 10-15 minutes. Make sure it doesn't boil. Stir constantly till thickens. Add vanilla.

Do Not Boil!

Pour over individual pieces.

And Enjoy!!!! 

This is by far my favorite cake that I have ever had and if you know me well, I am not a cake person. If you have any questions please call me. 801-294-7557.

Another exciting thing that is happening in my life is this:

 

Yes, I am getting a new phone! And not just a new phone but a new BlackBerry phone! I have been forever converted to BlackBerry and I am pretty sure that I wont go back! I haven't had a phone in over 2 months due to the tightening of money in my house. But now I am getting on my dads company plan and I am getting a new phone as well. 

 

***I would like to say something due to my father. He is one of the greatest men I have ever known. He always comes through and always does the best for my family. I love him so much.***

Not only am I getting a new BlackBerry,  but I am getting a new plan and a new phone number.

So once I have that I will make sure to send out a mass text to everyone giving them my new number.

The downside is that I have to wait till Christmas to get it. But I am sure that I can wait:)!!

An Upside to being completely sick and horrid this morning was that I got over it and when I looked out the window, IT WAS FINALLY SNOWING! I have been waiting all November and all this month for some snow and it is here now:).

I am definitely a Winter Girl. Anything to do with December is my thing:) Not just because of Christmas or my birthday, but the feeling of just pure joy that fills me every time I hear a Christmas song on the radio or sing a carol with my family. It has been snowing since 9 this morning and now at the current moment it is 2:30 P.M. 

Have fun driving;) (He he he he - devilish laugh).

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. Technology is growing as fast as we do.

2. Water is the best.

3. Take about 2 Tylenol after you are sure that you are done throwing up your guts cause you will be sore after.

4. Take time to think about everyone and everything that helps you through the day and give thanks for it in your prayers. Health is a big one cause being sick is the worst.

5. Love yourself.

Love you!

(:Christmas Has Officially Thrown Up All Over Us:)

Well its that time of year again!!!!!!!

I cant tell you how very excited I am for this Christmas Season!

It is the best time in the world!

So here are some pictures that show that yes, we are not an exception to the Christmas bonanza of boxes and decorations that are being exploded in our house. I'm sure you guys feel it to as Christmas has definitely vomited on us! Its okay though!:) I love the decorations and the little Santa figures and the snowflakes and the snowmen and the penguins and the MUSIC! I finally have an excuse to play Christmas Music! It is my favorite by far, and they are the easier ones to sing too!:)

-Energy Vommitting all OVER Me-

You all know that I love people - remember its their decisions that I don't like - but man some people just get on my nerves!

So for those of you who still don't know my true nature, let me enlighten you:

1. I am stubborn. Who ever tells you other wise is lying.
2. I am Hardheaded.
3. I am passionate about what I believe in. And don't try to sway me cause you wont get far.
4. When people attack me, I attack back.
5. I love my family.
6. I love when people engage me in a good conversation.
7. I am very entertaining. No seriously, people who don't even know me tell me that!
8. When I'm wrong, I'm wrong and please call me on it. I'm not being sarcastic there. But saying that, I am usually right. 'Usually' being used as a loose word.
9. I am very conservative. I love business and the money that it permits people to have!
10. Despite of what people think, I actually love my cousin and I am very VERY happy when she gets stuff that I don't! (Relatives that know me and Meghan better believe me on this or else...:( ).
11. Life is too short to be jealous of others. Just be happy for them and stop being JEALOUS. Jeez...
12. I am a loaded Pistol. Get in my way and just plan on being shot - or slapped:).

Well there it is. Just wanted to clarify some things before I 'accidentally shot' someone.
Now people, since most of those 12 points are in my thoughts daily, there will be no Last Minute Thoughts today.
Hope you had a great time at Thanksgiving and on Black Friday! I did!:)

Love Ya!

The Twilight Mess

Well... I saw Twilight last night....

I have to say that I was more disappointed than when the new president was elected about a month ago. 

I really really REALLY wanted it to be as good as people said it was. 

But alas... it wasn't. Edward was ugly, but I already knew that before the show even started filming. 

Bella was emotion less until the very end, and when she did show some emotion, it was forced and embarrassing. 

The characters I did like were Emmett and Charlie - oh and Jacob was the best looking character they had! They were PERFECT! Every scene with them were really good. But one scene that I did like was when Bella and Edward showed up in his not-the-right-car Volvo and every one was staring and she said "Everyone is staring" and then he said "Well not him, oh yes he just looked. Oh well" (reminding you I didn't get the wording exactly right but that's the gist of it. 

But all the other scenes when they were together, were just.... what's the right word I'm looking for...  Awkward. 

I didn't think that it would be that bad, but it was!

My mom on the other hand loved it, but like I have said before, she is just as insane as I am, but it grows worse with age I guess.

I wanted it to be good, but as stated before, it was really uncomfortable - like your watching your friends make out uncomfortable. Yes, for me, it was that bad. 

Another thing I would like to point out is that they are going to have a REALLY hard time with making the forth movie. Renesmee obviously cant be played or acted by a 10 month old. She would have to be totally CGI and I really don't think they have that kinda technology yet. Maybe in 5-10 years, but by then the actors would be, well 5-10 years older and vampires are NOT supposed to age. 

Oh and the special effects were kinda low grade. No not kinda, really low grade. 

They are already working on the second one and I don't know how they are going to butcher it up anymore next time. Its going to be a miracle if they get it anywhere near the book. Because, to be honest, they didn't get it even close to the book. 

But I guess I'm glad they didn't cause now I don't associate it with the book at all and that's a good thing. 

There is my opinion. Your wasting your time if you try to change it, so leave it be. 

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. I love the movie Hairspray! It is one of the best movies I have seen!

2. I wish I could be in California right now...

3. Sleep is the most greatest thing that I have ever indulged in! Until it is interrupted in stupid and weird dreams. 

4. Not having school is the BEST!

5. With out friends, I would live a sad existence. 

6. Go and read the Twilight books again. They are so much better than the movie.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Things to Give Thanks For:)

Thanksgiving Jokes!!!:

If the Pilgrims were alive today, what would they be most famous for?
Their AGE

Why can't you take a turkey to church?
Because they use such FOWL language

What do you get when you cross a turkey with an octopus?
Enough drumsticks for Thanksgiving

The pro football team had just finished their daily practice session when a large turkey came strutting onto the field. While the players gazed in amazement, the turkey walked up to the head coach and demanded a tryout. Everyone stared in silence as the turkey caught pass after pass and ran right through the defensive line. When the turkey returned to the sidelines, the coach shouted, "You're terrific!!! Sign up for the season, and I'll see to it that you get a huge bonus." "Forget the bonus," the turkey said, "All I want to know is, does the season go past Thanksgiving Day?"

A man in Florida, in his 80s, calls his son in New York one November day.
The father says to the son, "I hate to tell you, but we've got some troubles here in the house. Your mother and I can't stand each other anymore, and we're getting a divorce. I've had it! I want to live out the rest of my years in peace. I'm telling you now, so you and your sister shouldn't go into shock later when I move out."
He hangs up, and the son immediately calls his sister in the Hampton and tells her the news. The sister says, "I'll handle this."
She calls Florida and says to her father, "Don't do ANYTHING till we get there! We'll be there Wednesday night." The father agrees, "All right." He hangs up the phone and hollers to his wife, "Okay, they're coming for Thanksgiving. Now, what are we going to tell them for Christmas?"

So here I am with my two bestest buddies that are in a 500 mile range!!!!!!! Drum roll please!:

SMOUSE AND ERICA!

Say hi Erica:

 HI!

Say Hi Smouse:

Hi.... (timidly)

I love them and I miss them so much at times! Hopefully they will stay in my life forever! 

  

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. I am turning 16 in 37 days and I cannot WAIT! Even though I probably wont get asked out, its still way fun to be 16!!!

2. Erica has a good voice.

3. I love Smouse.

4. I love Taylor Swifts new CD.

5. I think that all boys named Preston are really good looking boys.

6. HEY LOOK! IM HAPPY TODAY!:)

7. I hope that I get a phone that works really soon.....:(

8. Update on Thanksgiving in California: We arent going... Im really sad about it too!

Have a great holiday people!

Gratitude

So I have some experiences that I would like to share. 

This week and last I had some intense need to get money. I was kinda in debt and that is one of the worst feelings that I have ever had. It was like pressure on my chest and like I couldn't breathe when I thought about what I owed. So I looked at my tithing output and that was the problem. I made over 100 dollars this week due to the fact that I decided that all the money I got would go to tithing. 

I was shocked. 

I am never going to get behind in tithing ever again.

I am entirely pleased and blessed by what Heavenly Father has shown me this past week. 

Tithing really is a big deal. 

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. The world is coming to an end. Better stock up on food storage. 

2. Moods are interesting due to the fact that people believe that they control us, when in fact we control them.

3. Randomness should be awarded.

4. For those who think that I am insane due to any amount of circumstances - i.e. mother, siblings, temper, living situations - your wrong. I choose to be insane. My life is probably more exciting than yours due to that fact too.

5. Okay, not that I hate babies or anything but the thing is, I have a hard enough time remembering my aunts and uncles names so don't expect me to remember your children's names. Its that or stop having babies. You choose.

6. If you haven't noticed I am a little pissy, but that's okay cause I'm a little bit bipolar to so it will end up with me crying and then wanting to sing in like 30 minutes.

7. I hate those boys who lead me on and then turn it around to look like I have a huge Ego just for thinking that they liked me. NEWS FLASH!: I am a charming, intelligent, gorgeous, strong, hell of a woman, and if I think someone likes me THERE IS A REASON TO IT.

8. If I have a problem with you, its probably because there is something in your character that I have and I really don't like about my self. I'm working on it. Bear with me please.

9. This is a really long list of last minute thoughts. Its longer than the post even. 

10. I love people, I just hate their stupid decisions. 

11. (Last one I promise) Out of the courtesy of your hearts: never invite someone to a party in front of a person you don't plan to invite. that is the lowest kind of tack less act there is. 

!¡!HeR EyEs¡!¡

I was dinkin' around on my dads camera yesterday and here is the product! This segment of photos are really a portrait of not only me, but an enhancement of my eyes. I really haven't thought that they were pretty until now. I see how really truly amazing they are:) Enjoy!

Election Day

Here is an funny story for you:
Today in World Civ we were watching a web video that was talking about the election. They for casted that Obama was going to win and I made a disgusted noise in the back of my throat. About a minute later a girl named Cassidy turned to me and asked if I was going to become a politician. I laughed and said 'No'. Then she asked what I was going to be and I told her that I wanted to become a Psychologist - yes a psychologist:). She nodded and turned back around.
So here is what I'm thinking: I let people know what I think.
Shocker!
That class is filled with politics and of course you all know me as an outspoken girl with some attitude, so generally I have stuff to say.
About a month ago, an almost same scenario happened.
We were talking about some controversial topic - what topic isn't nowadays?! - and I voiced my opinion. I didn't say it in a demanding way, just a way that let my opinion be known.
A boy that had the opposite view as me said his thoughts right after mine and a guy that I knew from 2 years ago leaned over and said, "Don't argue with her. She always wins."
I laughed really hard that day:)


So what does this have to do with the election?
Well nothing but I thought it would be a fun beginning.
The truth is, there is a big BIG chance that Obama will be president. My choice is that I will just go along with the ride. It will be a huge adventure and it might be kinda interesting to see what will happen. With a democrat president, the house and the senate just fight and get nothing done. But isn't that what we want? For the government to do nothing in our daily lives? That's what I want. Big government is always a bad idea.
So take that and ponder. Or not. I don't care.


Last Minute Thoughts:
1. There are a surprising amount of Obama supporters in Utah.
2. Socialism is the new 'Black' ... ;)
3. Gamers are annoying.
4. Work hard, eat right and then die.

Love,
Andie

!¡!The Find Of The Century!¡!

Okay so I have to tell you about my very interesting week:)

So my friend Erica calls me up on Wednesday and tells me about this web site she found: Shopstyle.com 

Now I have to tell you, I will never go anywhere else for great deals on brand name clothes! (ha I sound like a commercial!).

But man its amazing! You set up your own stylebook and look through the clothes, accessories an shoes. Oh and there is furniture and house stuff too, but I'm not really interested in that right now. Let me show you the things that I have found!!!

1. Shoes:):):):)

Now warning, the majority of these shoes are over 100 dollars. One pair of pumps - the black ones I think - are $1,000. Yeah I know YIKES! But there is a sunny side to this, if you click on a button connected to the shoes, it notifies you when its on sale! Crazy hu???

Okay, another great plus to this website is that once you have found your favorites, it lets you create certain looks:)>Like say that you love the look of a coat, boots and some sunglasses that you found, just pick them out of your stylebook and put them together and it saves it! It is so cool! Here is a sample of what I have put together: 

Another great thing that this website tells is when there is free shipping on the item! Now maybe this is just me, but shipping kills me:( I really do hate it. So this is just another great quality. I seriously could spend hours on the site. There are at least 5000 coats and sweaters alone on that site! 

So there is my latest find! Hope you can enjoy it:)

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. I don't know why shoes are so expensive, but all the same, I love them:)

2. I feel like a stylist!

3. I love UEA:)

4. I love the feeling of freshly done nails!

See you soon:)

Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow:)

I cant tell you how extremely excited I am because it snowed! I love the snow! I kinda like being cold more than hot. You can always get warmer, but when your hot, it takes a lot to get colder. But good news for those who really don't like the snow: It was only for Sunday. It will get warmer (if you can call 60 degrees warmer) and it probably wont snow for a good two weeks after this - again just me speculating, but as people already know, I'm kinda always right:). 

But as a dedicated fan of winter, I have to tell you my favorite parts of it:

10. My dad making a fire and standing in front of it while watching a movie with the family.

9. Getting to put on Christmas Music!!!!

8. Getting to drink Hot Coco because your cold:)

7. Watching the fog and snow come down - I cant describe the feeling of watching that sight. Its just fantastic!

6. Getting to eat the gingerbread men (the ones that aren't for decoration) and every thing else having to do with Thanksgiving and Christmas.

5. Making good food with my family.

4. Wrapping Christmas presents:).

3. Eating Thanksgiving dinner with my big family:)

2. Waking up Christmas morning and just being happy! Not because of the presents but because of the great feelings that are around.

And my # 1 Reason would be:

1. Getting to turn 16!!!! 

Well you can obviously tell the main theme coming from most of this and its the Holidays! I cannot tell you how excited I am! Oh and my birthday is coming up:) As you can tell I am counting the days to that awesome day! I don't want a lot for my birthday, but here are some examples (hint hint):

1. Chi

2. New cell phone

3. Some new clothes

4. Money

5. .... I cant really think of anything else. OH wait never mind I want my nails done too:)

Well that's my train(s) of thought. I'm done now. 

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. Math still sucks no matter whether you get it or not.

2. Some one who wants to teach math has something wrong wired in their head.

3. I love cottage cheese:)

4. Thanks to my aunt MaRea who led me to a diet plan that really does work and I am loving it!:)

 See ya till next time:)

HA! I Finished!!!

Yes I know! Its wonderful! Omg! I finished my project for Gunnarsons class:) its awesome I tell  you! I feel so free! But the bad thing is that once we turn in our project we have to take a test on it. He is officially the King of the worst assignment dates ever. Wait. That should be capitalized. On a different note: Thanks so much for the comments!!! Most - well no not most of you - got the hint and left one for me:) Thanks so much! Its like a present on the Internet! 

Oh and another note - Ha! I could create a symphony with all these notes! - I think I lost my voice due to the screaming and yelling at young women's Volleyball. I'm actually kinda scared that I lost my singing voice for good, or damaged it really bad:( That is not good at all! So if you have any suggestions on how I could fix that I would love them:).

Okay I gotta get to bed. Its late and I need a shower still!

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. I love that people love me! (If you want the whole story just call me or something:)

2. When teachers tease you, they actually like you a lot:)

3. I just found out that I have no feelings for Zack anymore! This is a huge accomplishment!

4. I want to shoot myself when I leave either my phone or my iPod at home (its sick and pathetic how attached we can get to these things).

Till Next Time:)

Andie

Homework:(

Though High School is very fun and exciting, the only thing that I don't like about it is the time consuming, overbearing, mother-in-law called Homework. I could kick myself over and over again at how absolutely idiotic I was for not doing the homework sooner that I put off. Speaking of which, I tend to have a problem with just waiting till the very VERY last moment to do it. Like right now for example, I just wait and wait and post on my blog instead. I'm supposed to be doing a World Civ outline - that has taken my friends more than two days to complete - that I haven't even touched yet. Oh and its due Friday. Gunnarson always gives us the most time consuming homework that I have ever done in my life. 

But on other topics - kinda - I am doing very well in math! Its amazing what positive thinking will get you! I just was confident and told myself over and over that I was good at math and then Voila! I got a 92% on my math test! That's a high score for me, and I am very proud of it:).

Okay I have put this off for long enough. Gotta go do the homework now. 

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. The best part of blogging is the comments (hint, hint)

2. It is so easy to manipulate people, its just about reading them;)

3. If you get a chance to catch up on homework, you better well take it!

4. I want to slap Gunnarson!

Till next time!

Andie

HERE IS A KICKER!

So today in World Civ, we watched a new broadcast that is produced by young adults for young adults. Its called Channel One and is put for everyone to see on the Internet and there was a story on today about how there is a petition going around trying to get the legal drinking age down to 18. The scary part is that the website posted a poll and asked whether or not it should be changed to 18, stay at 21 or to some other age. Here are the horrifying results:

18 - 64%

21 - 17%

Other - 19%

I know that most every person that voted was under the age of 19, but this is still shocking. I just hope that the people who do make the decision see how much chaos they will be creating if they lower the age. 

In class I brought up some really good points for discussion - naturally - and they were all taken very well:

1. A humans brain does not fully develop till age 21 so this would be crippling the youth willingly. Its almost like the tobacco dilemma except when a drunk 18 year old is put behind the wheel it could have exceptionally more damage on the community. Which brings me to number 

2. This would make the drunk driving statistics sky rocket (in my educated estimated opinion). Its like giving a 2 year old a loaded gun! Adding to the fact that these legal adults have only had at most 2 years of driving experience. Then to the already 300,000* young adults dying every year because of car accidents. 

3. Now that we are very close to becoming adults, I think that we need to look at things as adults. So I thought even if my generation is older than 21 if this change does occur, we would have to think about our children facing this problem. There are seniors that have turned 18 already at my school and for them to be drunk at school while driving to lunch is absolutely unacceptable. And how would they regulate the 18-year-olds at school? By breathalyzer tests before they walk in the school doors? I dont think so.

4. Some people did bring up the point of how 17 year olds can go off to war and kill people before they are legally an adult so they can enjoy a drink. I believe that you can go and defend your country at any age - no matter what you do from enrolling to posting a flag in your yard - and that is what enrolling in the army is: PROTECTING YOUR CONTRY, not just killing people and not just holding a gun and looking pretty;)

Back to the point. I really hope and pray that this law isnt passed. It would be absolutely catastrophic. 

Last Minute Thoughts:

1. No matter who you are, no one sings well with an iPod attached to their ears.

2. Its true what they say, High School never ends.

3. Carrots are good.

4. Al Gore is bad.

5. And always be yourself, unless you suck.

Love YA!!!!

*Drive Right Tenth Edition, Page 10