Long Week?

Years ago my father posted this on the refrigerator....I feel it's very much appropriate for my week. :)

                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Has it been a long week?

     
    


                            

 Feeling a little tired?

Are you this tired?

 

The week is almost over! (Don't take life too seriously, no one gets out alive.)

haha...oh life. xoxo

Wedding No No's

I went to a wedding yesterday. It was um interesting. Seriously, I realize things go wrong on the wedding day but some are avoidable...

~Chewing Gum, yeah...no. Anyone in the bridal party, and especially the bride or groom. Smacking gum does not come off as a happy sight.
~If it rains or is freezing cold outside, have a backup plan.
~Make sure the announcer knows what the Happy couple's name is going to be. Don't use the wrong name.
~If you're getting married, actually look happy. Heavens it's your wedding day.
~Let the organist know when to cut off, so he's not still playing the wedding march for 5 mins while the bride is already up front.
~Don't have some opera guy singing and boring people.
~Don't have everything last for 4hrs.
~Open Bar...seriously? no.
~Um don't laugh the entire time during the vows, especially if you're the bride.
~Make sure the Mother or the Bride, and the Maid Of Honor isn't wasted during the wedding.
~ Have the DJ have things ready and set up for the dancing.
~Don't spend a fortune on the tuxs and dresses when they are just basic and plain.
~There should be a recieving line so people can actually see the Bride and Groom.
~Make sure people know what the plan is. Also the time things are happening and what they need to be doing. So you don't make everyone wait around.
~Don't have a baby before the wedding.
~And last, it's just plain sad not to be married in the temple...especially if you have grown up in the church and know the importance of the temple.

Word. xoxo.

Laughter.

http://www.peopleofwalmart.com/


"Judging by the spills on this guy’s shirt he obviously can’t handle something important like a cell phone in his hands. You would figure someone would have invented some sort of hands free talking device by now, but I guess it’s only 2009 so we can’t expect that type of technology yet. Texas"

Let's just say I'm going to start bringing my camera to Walmart from now on. xoxo

Starlight, Starbright, first star I see....oh Meteor Shower!

"The Orionids have been one of the best showers of the year, with counts of 60 or more meteors per hour."



Basically I just saw this, in the perfect clear sky tonight. Um, hello complete bliss?! I think so! I can't get over how clear the sky was, there were so many stars. They actually were for real twinkling. The meteor shower...incredible! Seriously perfection. Except for the fact I witnessed this event alone. Eh well, I don't need someone. I would probably still be out there if it wasn't for the dang cold weather. At least I got to see some of it! =)

p.s. Aaron comes home tomorrow..yay!

xoxo

10-4 good buddy!

It's the little things in life. You know?...

I talked to Abby tonight. It's been a while. Miss her tons! It was so good catching up with her. Like for real good. Warm fuzzies, make your week good type thing. That sounds weird, but you know the feeling I'm talking about. We laughed and joked and exchanged stories. We had a good time. I love friends.

Today at church, I had someone come up to me and say they need Stephanie time really soon. It's nice that people want my time.

I also got a surprise note in the mail yesterday. It was just a thank you card from a dear friend. Nevertheless it made my day. I like feeling appreciated.

I sat with my family around the dining room table. This usually leads to reminiscing about childhood memories. Which tonight included:~ my baptism day with a door that took off my toenail, flat McDonald's soda, a my mom blow drying my underwear cause I forgot an extra pair. ~Playing with toys when we were suppose to be cleaning and listening for the creak of the stairs to know the parents were coming ~ A group project video with bad actors "I did not know that" ~Losing a shoe in the escalator on my way to see Santa and asking for a new shoe ~All day Christmas event opening presents ~Singing and dancing to "Oops I Did It Again" in 6th grade ~Basic H shake and the belt with the hooks. ~The black dancing bag that my mom made that 3 kids used. Oh family :)

I talked to one of my friends on skype this evening. I felt bad because I wasn't really talkative. However, it was still really nice. They are one of those friends I feel like I could sit in silence and still feel like I had a really great conversation with.

And today I got a random text from my cousin, just simply stating he loved me.

I'm telling you it's the small things in life that mean the most. It's not hard to put a smile on my face and to brighten my entire day.

Ps. I have my Halloween costume. It's not a flapper. It's better. I never buy Halloween costumes, I make due with what I have. This year I bought one. I probably spent too much, but it's totally worth it. Robyn Da Hood...complete with money bag!

Don't judge me. It looks slutty. It's not on me. I made it modest. It's definitely not that short and I'm wearing a shirt underneath. People don't need to see too much. I'm so excited. I look good in it. haha. xoxo

Another Time Another Place

I want to write in my blog more, but I think I get overwhelmed by all of my thoughts. Or I tend to think that whatever I have to say isn't worth reading. (Which is probably true). So then I go weeks without posting until I get something really good. This isn't one of those posts though...haha. I have lots on my mind. Which tends to be the case for me a lot lately. I'm a tad overwhelmed, my brain needs to stop turning the wheels so fast or hitting the replay button because it's quickly getting burned out. So here it goes, this will be a long one. (This will probably be more for me than anyone else's benefit) What's on the mind of Stephanie Joyner?


NERD ALERT: I have come to the conclusion that deep down inside of all of us is a nerd. No denying we are all nerds. Live, Love, Embrace it. Some of us are hardcore gamers, some have nerdy computer skills, some are nerds about mythological creatures, some are nerds about random useless facts, some are harry potter nerds, and so on. I am nerdy in lots of things, I will admit. One in particular is my obsession with the stars. I don't know all the names or the alignments. ( I'm sure one day I will pick up a book and learn them though) I love to admire them. To think about life. I think it's vital for everyone to be in sync with nature and just enjoy the beauty. Most of the time people are too caught up in their lives they forget to stop and admire. I try get away and to reconnect with nature. Somehow I feel complete looking at them. There is no worries in the world, just pure bliss. My problems don't seem so big. Also, this is the time (besides the temple) that I feel closest to God. He's not so far away when I'm out underneath the stars. I seriously could spend forever looking at them. I love shooting stars and making wishes on them. (They never come true btw, but I'll continue wishing) I was inspired to get out my telescope last night. But to my disappointment it was broken. I was completely bummed. And now I'm in search of a new one. Particularly one that I don't have to spend $300+ on. Then I could spend my evenings looking at the stars. However, my all time favorite thing is to have a very near and dear friend look at them with me and just talk. Too bad I don't have many friends that share that same obsession with me. One day...

So earlier this week the geniuses of NASA decided that they needed to send a bomb to the moon to blow part of it in order to see if there is water. So when the Earth runs out of water we have somewhere to go. Okay seriously dumb move! I mean did they think about it? The particles could ruin the moon, they could go into orbit and come at Earth, they could throw off the whole solar system. Okay not really, but seriously they're are better ways to do things. Didn't they ever see Armageddon? Drill a hole dang it! They spent millions maybe even billions of dollars to send a bomb. What a waste of money. And another thing, who does NASA think they are? It's the moon, what gave them the right to decide what to do? Hello, this affects the entire world. Did they talk to other countries? My goodness!


Music basically is my life. haha. I know, people say that all the time. But it's true. I'm always singing or listening to something. I tend to connect music with memories. I think it helps me remember things better. By listening to certain songs I can remember what was happening, what my feelings wore, and sometimes even conversations. I also tend to try and look for the perfect song with the perfect lyrics to fit my life at that moment. It's a habit. I like being able to have a song that describes my life.

I'm writing a book. I say that a lot. Most of my books ideas are pure humor and for people who need entertainment. I don't think people should take them seriously, however they might. Well I've only written a few pages for my other silly books. But this one, will be different. I love NCIS. I don't know who will understand this reference. *Correction* McGee in the show writes a book about his work, but changes the names. I want to do the same thing. What really happens at the Hob Lob. haha. That would be quite the story. Drama Drama Drama. I hate drama. I avoid it at all costs. I don't really need to know every little detail about everyone's life. Some things need to be kept to themselves. I go to work and do my job. Some people lose sight of that. I get frustrated because when I go to work someone always has something bad to say about somebody. So much constant gossip. My heavens just be nice and it will all be perfectly okay. Be happy and be thankful you have a job. Then there is the customers. That is like a whole book in itself. I like people, I really do. I'm very much of a people person. But whoever said the customer is always right...complete bull. They aren't. Why do they insist on getting their way? Then they come huffin and puffin at me like I went and made the rules and regulations. Hello most of you have a job or have common sense you know there are things you can and can not do. Get over it! Just because you're having a bad day doesn't give you the right to come to me and throw your attitude in my face. I'm sorry you had a bad day but take it out it in a different way. Take a run. I'm a nice person. I have lots of patience. I am a happy person who looks for the positive. It's in my nature. I'm trying to help and I'm going to be respectful to you and treat you with kindness. But don't think because I am a cashier that that gives you the right to walk all over me. Because I will not stand for it. It gets me so frustrated sometimes. See this book sounds more and more interesting doesn't it? I really won't follow through with any of my ideas. It's a pure joke. I always come home and tell my dad about my day, he said I need to write a book. I like the idea. It would be pretty funny. Maybe it's just one of those funny jokes, that's only humorous to me.

You ever feel completely lost in your purpose in life?...story of my life right now. I'm trying to figure out what the Lord wants me to do. It's a lot harder than I thought it would be. It always is. I have complete trust in Heavenly Father. I know He knows me better than I know myself and I know if I do His will, it will all be okay and turn out better than I ever could imagine. I'm willingly to do whatever it takes. So what's the problem? Getting the answer. I need like a clear cut answer. I keep praying and getting this is right or this is right, but then I try everything in my power and it fails. It's this constant cycle. Nothing comes easy in my life. I like to pretend, but everything I have ever wanted I have had to fail numerous times before I can succeed. Maybe it's a trial to see if I really want it and I'm willingly to do whatever it takes. Eh, life is hard. (But it's not suppose to be easy, I know that. Otherwise there is no point in living.) I miss...BYU/Utah. Lots. I know if you talk to me often, I usually say that. I'm sure it gets annoying. I can't help it. It's constantly on my mind. Don't get me wrong home is way nice, but it's just not the right place for me (Not that I have any idea what place is right for me right now). I miss my friends, my roommies, the Enclave, beautiful campus, classes (haha who would have thought?! I love going to class and learning!), my amazing ward, always having something to do, and well everything. I miss all of it. I know it's very good to be here. Working is good, figuring out health issues is good. Working on my self is good. There are benefits to being here and I know I just need to be happy and look forward, but sometimes I get down. There is always that little voice in my head saying, "Nope there are other things you need to be doing. BYU makes you happy. Do what makes you happy." Aha those dang voices in my head (that makes me sound mental. haha) I just want to turn them off. Too much thinking. That will not do. I will deal, just like always. I will make the best of this situation and it will come and go. Time moves quickly. Especially now. What seems like forever to me, passes in a glimpse. I always think about Heavenly Father and how our individual life can just be a glimpse in His time. The Lord's time. That I wish I could comprehend better.

You knew this time was coming. I mean seriously don't think that this is not on my mind. Being Single. Blah. Another annoying subject I tend to discuss way too much. Being single is good, sometimes. Most of the time I don't approve. I came to the point where I was ok with it. I mean I don't think I'm really happy about it. Sure I can work on myself, and sure I can listen to everyone else who says the right guy is around the corner. But come on. Seriously? I can only take so much of pointless talk. It doesn't make me feel any better. Whenever I'm with a friend dating is always brought up. It's unavoidable, people have to discuss the matter. It's in human nature. I hate the topic. haha. I get tired of the mushy stuff. Mainly, because I have nothing to say in return. Boys are overrated. How middle school thing to say, but I have my reasons. The main one being, in the past I have not been treated very well. No details will be shared about these experiences, just trust me. I settle. I'll admit that. I tend to think I deserve less than I really do. It's a problem I'm working on. I think I missed the memo on love. I swear everyone I know is engaged, or getting married. It's that wonderful time in my life, I suppose. In the movies the wedding date there is a quote that says, "Every woman has the exact love life she wants," or something like that. I don't know if I believe that or not. All I know is that I am so over being single. However, I'm also rather tried of dating. It's nice having some company and getting a free meal, but eh most of the time is just isn't worth it. I just can't find a happy medium apparently. Aha well, one day I'll be happily married and look back on these years and see how things just worked out for the best...or maybe I'll just laugh. ha! I'm done raving like a teenager girl now. :)

This picture could describe lots of things I'm thinking. 1. my endless goals and to do lists. I want to read all of the books on the top classic books in America or whatever those lists are called. I love reading, I never have time. Lately it takes me forever to get through a book. I hate it. However I usually try to multitask read. So I read like 5 books at once. Who knows, how I do that. My list right not consist of mainly spiritual and uplifting books. Always a plus. I also have many other goals I want to accomplish, which are not getting any progress in them. Grr, dang work and other priorities. One day. 2. This picture can describe perfectly my climb towards exultation. Which everyone is working towards. Sometimes I wonder if I'm too hard on myself or maybe not hard enough. I need to be better at lots of things. I always wonder if what I'm doing is enough. You know? I mean I know I can always be better, but it's like a never ending goal. I wonder when judgment day comes, did I do enough? Will I honestly be able to be straightforward and say, I have done everything I could do. It's a scary thought! I don't want to fail, and I can't help but wonder what if I do?

I have to admit, I love blogging. But even more so, I love reading others blogs. I love seeing into other people's minds and catching a glimpse of their thoughts. I think it is just so fascinating. Some people are so creative and others see things in such a unique way. I bet when people read my blog they are like..aha what a freak. haha. It's like reading someone's story. I love being able to relate to people. Oh that reminded me, not that this has to do with blogging. New York Times started a website/project where they pick random people in NY and capture their life. It's called 1 in 8million. I'm so mad I didn't think of this idea. It would be something I'd think of. I think it's so cool. There is an LDS missionary, and even an ex bank robber. It's kinda neat. Look at it! http://www.nytimes.com/packages/html/nyregion/1-in-8-million/index.html?adxnnl=1&adxnnlx=1255041238-5rSDHjEuxax0ZwIHrLDAww

That's right Halloween is on my mind. I forget how much I love Halloween. Corn maze (I always get lost for a few hours no matter what. Even if I had a dang map it doesn't help), pumpkin carving (I can't even carve a jack-o-lantern, I just like getting my hands dirty and taking out the guts. haha), haunted houses (Love them!), and parties! So I have never really like dressing up for Halloween because my costume ideas are always so lame. This year, I'm dressing up as a flapper! haha. Lisa is going to be a gansta mobster, and I'm her flapper friend. PAH! Should be fun. We got some sick Halloween parties we're attending.

Okay seriously, I feel like I just rambled through all of this post. It's all such random thoughts. If you read this far, man oh man I apologize. I've been writing this post for like a week. That's how much stuff is on my mind. I can't even believe how much is going on up there. This doesn't even graze the top of it! Aha well. You know you love me! xoxo

Conference Weekend!

Holla! I love love love conference weekend! It's probably the best time of the year. I have always wanted to actually go to a conference session. It's the prophet and apostles for heavens sake! It would be such a wonderful experience. However, timing has never allowed me to be out there during conference time. One day. And for real one day I'll be singing in the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, just wait and see.



Anyways, I'm bummed I have to work tomorrow. So I'll be missing tomorrows sessions. Thank you for DVR, so it'll be recorded and I can watch it on my day off next week. Although, I love watching it the same time as everyone else does... live, it's a different experience. Oh well a girl's got to do what a girl's got to do.

http://downloads.sugardoodle.net/confpdf.pdf

http://www.ldsresources.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/2009-october-general-conference-primary-activity-packet.pdf

So a few years ago my dad was being himself and he gave Justin and I a General Conference activity packet. It was for children full of coloring, mazes, bingo, etc.-Ways for kids to pay attention. Well I loved it! haha surprising?! naw. And I always forget to print one out, but this year I remembered! I'm really excited. I already take notes but it's cool to like find a way to get even more out of it, and to have something entertaining to do. I love conference, but 4 hours in one day just listening to people talk, I have to give me something to do while I listen. This way I'm doing something that pertains to conference and I listen more intently to the words. Brilliant! The links are above. Check them out! Print them for your kiddies or you know for you. haha. Enjoy Conference! xoxo


I just love the sweet, righteous men leading this church. I mean look at them! :)