BRAVO

I just finish Memoirs of a Geisha. It was fabulous! Arthur Golden is an amazing writer. The book is filled with beautiful imagery. I highly recommend it. I also love the movie, although I must say I was disappointed that it was in English I thought it should have been subtitled but seeing that the actors were Chinese and it takes place in Japan...oh well. The movie is full of eye candy between the costumes, cinematography, and the actors it's mm mmm good.

People Like the Edges?

Really?
I am more of a middle middle girl.

Again?!

TAGGED, again!!

Here are the rules:
1. Link to the person that tagged you, and post the rules on your blog.(done)
2. Share 7 random and/or weird facts about yourself. (fine, sigh)
3. Tag 7 random people at the end of your post, and include links to their blogs.(not going to)
4. Let each person know that they’ve been tagged by leaving a comment on theirblog. (see #3)

FACTS....

1. I am very particular about my sleeping arrangements. It needs to be dark and cool. I'm a hot sleeper I may be freezing and then a nano sec. after I hop into bed I'm burning up. I usually only sleep with my blankie. Also If my feet are hot I can't sleep, when I was little I would get a cold washcloth and put in on my feet if I couldn't sleep. Issues...I know.
2. I have only said a swear word once in my life. I was 2 years old and at my family reunion. A few hours a week I would go to the babysitters ( a woman in our ward ). The neighborhood boys would come and wrap newspapers after school and apparently they had potty mouths. Being the impressionable, young, adorable girl I was I inadvertently acquired an undesirable linguistic form feature of theirs. So, we were at a family reunion my cousin was holding me when out of nowhere I dropped the F bomb! My parents were mortified and assured everyone that I did not learn it from them;).
3. I didn't hit 100 lbs. till I was 16 or 17 I think. And when I did I thought it was a bad thing because I would hear other girls talking about being 100+. I didn't think I was fat at all-and I was 5'8" and 100 lbs-wowza!
4. I still remember my elementary school/fight song.
5. I am fascinated with Asian cinema. It all started when I interpreted a Chinese culture class a few years back and since then I've been hooked. I watch all the Chinese and Japanese films I can get my hands on. Recommendations: To Live, The Road Home, The Red Latern.
6. When I get out of the shower I can not just wrap the towel around me. I can't stand the way the dry towel feels on a large area of wet skin. I have to first dry off my face, then my arms, my mid section & back, my legs, and then wrap my hair. It doesn't matter how cold I am or it is outside of the shower/pool whatever I can't just wrap the towel around me until I'm all dry. weird I know.
7. I sometimes mis-spell my name when I'm typing. You try typing all those L's and E's and never add or drop one.

People I'm Tagging....

you heard me right

Beautiful Older Men

A week ago I walked past my co-workers desk where there was magazine with Tom Sellek on the front. As soon as I saw it I thought of Magnum, P.I. I've always thought he was dreamy seriously, ever since I was a little girl I had a crush on him, he's just so handsome. Let's not forget him in Three Men & A Baby and then the fabulous sequel Three Men & A Little Lady I'm not normally one to go for hairy guys but Tom pulls it off, as do my other older men crushes...

As far as beautiful older men go Sir Sean Connery takes the cake. He is 77 years old and still has it. The original James Bond has always been a heart throb of mine his rugged good looks and fabulous Scottish accent make him a chart topper for many.


Harrison Ford. I have to admit Harry can be a hit and miss in old age (65 years old). Sometimes he looks scruffy and tired. Truth be told I had a hard time finding a good recent picture of him but how can you turn your back on Indiana Jones now really!

Pierce Brosnan is the youngest of my older men crushes at 54 years old. Please don't jump to conclusions I don't think 54 is old it's just I can't lump him in with my young blood crushes and I don't want to make a middle age group...it's complicated. So here is my other James Bond he too is hairy and has an accent and is, you guessed it, beautiful.

Now for the most handsome man of all...
Don't worry honey, these guys got nothin' on you. really.

**disclaimer** He is aware of my affinity for these men, it's nothing serious I am just aware and appreciative of beauty Heavenly Father has put on this earth. Let it be known that I am happily married and so in love with my husband, John.

I'm Thankful

I'm Thankful for...

(in no particular order)

My family

John

Dessert

My job

Books on tape

My Savior, Jesus Christ

A loving Heavenly Father

Cars that run

Friends

My testimony

Good Music

Clothes that fit

My piano

Kind people

Quite Possibly A Bullseye

You Are An ENFJ

The Giver You strive to maintain harmony in relationships, and usually succeed.Articulate and enthusiastic, you are good at making personal connections.Sometimes you idealize relationships too much - and end up being let down.You find the most energy and comfort in social situations ... where you shine. In love, you are very protective and supporting.However, you do need to "feel special" - and it's quite easy for you to get jealous. At work, you are a natural leader. You can help people discover their greatest potential.You would make a good writer, human resources director, or psychologist. How you see yourself: Trusting, idealistic, and expressive When other people don't get you, they see you as: Bossy, inappropriate, and loud

What's" Your Personality Type?

Happy Anniversary!

1. Where did you first meet your husband?

• Family Home Evening in the BYU 123rd(?) ward. I was the FHE mom and his apt was in our group. I thought he was really tall and cute.

2. What was the first thing you said to your husband?

• Directly or indirectly? Directly it was probably something like, " And You?" we were going around the room and everyone would tell something good about their day or week. Indirectly, "Welcome to FHE" I know real romantic eh?

3. Where was your first date?

• Again official or unofficial? Do you mean when he asked me out or I ask him OR when a third party asked John out in my behalf? Yes, we had a complicated beginning.


• First date was to the homecoming fiasco...I mean spectacular(it's a show in the Marriott center with singing, dancing, tributes etc). We went with my roommates and their fiances/boyfriends. John and I were the only non-couple there. Josh, my roommates fiance went to his apt. and set up the date (I had no knowledge of this-honestly) Their conversation went something like this...

Josh: Hey are you John?

John: Yes

Josh: What are you doing next weekend?

John: What?

Josh: You know LeeElle?

John: Yeah

Josh: Want to go out with her next weekend to the homecoming
spectacular?

John: Does she know you are doing this?

Josh: No, not yet.

John: I'll go but let me ask her out OK?

Josh: Great! bye!

...a few minutes later Josh ran into my apt. and let me know that he had asked John out for me. I was so embarrassed. Yes I wanted to go out with him but that is not how I pictured it happening. I felt like a charity case. Nevertheless it was a fun night.

4. Where was your first kiss?

• In the snow (awww) after we went to an acapella concert.

5. Did you have a long or short engagement/courtship?

• It depends on your definition of long/short. We were friends who "hung out" with each other for about a year. We officially dated 6 months and were engaged for 3 months.

6. Where did you get engaged?

• On a mountain overlooking Utah Valley at sunset. I was caught off guard and completely surprised. ( I'll save that story for another post...maybe my anniversary next year).

7. Where were you married?

• We were married in the Los Angeles L.D.S. Temple.

8. Where did you go on your honeymoon?

• We went to Park City, Utah for a week. We stayed in a Marriott (Janae hooked us up with a sweet discount) we just relaxed and hung out with each other. We brought our snowboards in hopes of hitting the slopes but there was no snow, of course our last night there it snowed. John took took me to a play in SLC (even though he was sooo sick), we swam, went to the movies, slept, ate, and just had a fun time together.

9. Where was your first place together?

• Spanish Fork, UT. It was a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, furnished apt. with washer and dryer hookups for only $400/month!! It was a steal. The owners rented it out to married students at the Y. They said they remember what it was like to be starting out so they wanted to help out.

10. How long have you been married?

• Three years today. Good times!

I Can't Think of a Title

Last night I drove in traffic for two hours down to Anaheim to hear Collin play in the honor band and it was well worth it. He played wonderfully. I actually got a little choked up-surprise, surprise! It was also fun because I was able to see one of my teachers from Jr. High and High school.

After Collin's performance my mom and I went to the Marriott restaurant to visit Janae. Cory and Kerilynn met up with us there where Janae hooked all of us up with a free meal. The food was really good I would recommend the sweet garlic chicken and the desserts-Delicious! We split the berries and creme (it has a fancier name but I cant' remember it), the little devil (a fudgy brownie with ice cream-yum), chocolate/banana bread pudding, and my favorite creme brule. We met all of the staff of the restaurant the chef even came out to tell us how much they like Janae. It was a really fun night with my family. Sadly John was not able to come...law school(said while rolling my eye in a dramatic/sarcastic way). I sound like a single lady gallivanting around with out my husband. Whatever:)

And now your parting gift....

Good luck this weekend in Grease Cory! (see Kerilynn's blog for more!)

Wordless Wednesday-Thanks Amber

Yay KL!

My sister has finally bit the bullet and has started her own blog....check it out!

http://www.kerilynnjex.blogspot.com

**she is not going to be happy that I put this picture up...oh well!**

Happy Birthday Weston

Weston and our cousin Garrett

It was my brother Weston's birthday on Sunday. I can't believe he is 18! On Saturday I went down to Anaheim to go to his quarterfinal CIF water polo game. This is the farthest the boys team has ever gone, unfortunately their CIF run ended there however Weston did score 5 of Loara's 7 goals (takes after his big sister/s:)! Two of the goals were made at half tank-he's really got an arm.

We celebrated on Sunday with a yummy dinner and mini lava cakes. Wes is a good guy. He's a work horse around the house, not by choice, but he does a good job helping out. He is kind and is tendered hearted (once again taking after his big sister) He just recently completed his eagle project where he put together a couple hundred hygiene kits for the church humanitarian effort, I'm very proud of him. He has grown up to be a very handsome boy! Happy b-day weston!

My Own Stacy London

Shout out to my beautiful sister Janae. She is one of the kindest people I know. Here's a great story:

When I was in high school I was at a football game sitting in the stands and Janae walked by. A friend of mine got my attention and asked if she was my sister. I confirmed the relation to which they responded, "She looks just like you but pretty."

I do not share this for sympathy or a self esteem boost but because it is funny! Janae is great! She wants the best for everyone. Growing up Janae didn't fight like the rest of us did, she has always been a peacemaker. She has great style and is generous. I get more compliments on the outfits she's given me than the ones I buy! Thankfully I am the recipient of her closet cleaning binges. We've spent more time with her lately and I'm realising (again) how glad I am to be living close to her ( and the rest of my family:) Love ya Janae!

***Please ignore the gangster/weird look on my face in the picture***

Post Summer Lovin'

Westwood College Presents... ... the musical!

Starring: Cory Cooke as Danny Zuko

Friday, November 16th @ 8pm

Saturday, November 17th @ 8pm At the...

The Forum Theatre

4175 Fairmont Blvd. Yorba Linda, Ca 92886

Tickets are $8 Presale & $10 at the door

Yes that's right our very own Cory. You can bet your bottom dollar we'll be there opening night singing along!

post script: Kerilynn is doing the music i.e. piano for it-woot woot!

Alright Kevin

This is Kevin (and John). Kevin and I met back in ought 3 in the Roman Gardens Apts. He was one of John's roommates. They met in the MTC while serving missions in Brazil. They are BFF's. I consider him to be one of my BFF's too.




Kevin is one of my favorite people for many reasons. Things you may not know about Kevin

• he has wonderful taste in friends
• he has a wonderful wife (Sarah, I'm working on a post for you but we all know that kevin needs his very own post to be satisfied)
• he's got some crazy guitar skills
• he can see Creep by Radio Head, even the part where it goes really high.
• he is the king of double standards (said affectionately)
• he can throw a mean tantrum ( a close second to my storming out)
• he was supposed to sing a solo for the Easter program in our singles ward and was soo nervous he made himself sick. So that morning I get a call from him apologizing for bailing out on me and offering to show me his vomit spattered shirt and proof. pfft.
• he really is color blind
• he is well read
• he is a very good friend to John (and me)
• he is a good listener, he'll make a great therapist
• he was voted Mr. Distribution Center
• he is the best embosser this side of the Mississippi
• my whole family has a crush on him
• he is very creative
• he's funny...here are some recent blog comments kevin has made that make me laugh

In response to "Only if All the Others Are Full"

Tall...more like Freakishly tall!And by the way, until they put a handicap sign on those stalls, I refuse to see them as anything but the deluxe bathroom suites that my fine behind deserves. Wheelchair bound, take a number.

In response to "Who Back Wisconsin Now"

I am sooooo sad (Sarcasm intended). This reminds me of a funny anecdote. On a recent episode of the hills, star, Lauren Conrad, in denial of her feelings for friend, Brody Jenner, went on a date with a model named GAVIN. After one date, Lauren dumped GAVIN because he was incredibly boring and not as good as Brody. I will let you work out the implications of this little allegory yourself, but let's put it this way, as long as there is a KEVIN and a John, the music will never die.

See what I mean? He's funny. I will end with my haiku titled "Kevin"

Kevin
Spiteful, clever, wit
Dear friend, soon to be daddy
leaves comments on blog

Only If All The Others Are Full!

Story...

John walked into the bathroom a few weeks ago, seeing that all the stalls were available he chose to use the largest one aka the handicap stall. He took his time putting his things down and taking care of business and packing back up. When he walked out he saw a young man in a wheelchair waiting for the stall. He felt sooo bad!-serves him right! Moral of the story...don't use the handicap stall unless it's the only one available and if you do use it, be quick about it.

Random

I finally took my pictures off my memory card and transferred them to CD's so I can use them now!!!

This picture was taken a while ago when John and I went to the Grove. These are two Abercrombie & Fitch employees. What is there job you ask? To look pretty in their matching outfits and open the door for you. (I think the one on the left saw me whip out my camera and posed for the photo)

I've heard of China Town, Korea Town, Little Italy...but Little Ethiopia? That's LA.