just a poem

The other day at work we read a story about positive attitude and then read and discussed the following poem with the kids. I really liked the poem a lot and thought I would share it:

“The Man Who Thinks He Can.”

If you think you are beaten, you are; If you think you dare not, you don’t. If you’d like to win, but think you can’t, It’s almost a cinch you won’t. If you think you’ll lose, you’re lost, For out in the world we find Success begins with a fellow’s will; It’s all in the state of mind. If you think you’re outclassed, you are; You’ve got to think high to rise. You’ve got to be sure of yourself before You can ever win a prize. Life’s battles don’t always go To the stronger or faster man; But soon or late the man who wins Is the one who thinks he can. WALTER D. WINTLE

John Mayer

On Tuesday, I went to see John Mayer in concert. I can't really sum up how great of a performer he is. He was simply amazing. He was funny and entertaining but more importantly his music sounded amazing!! He did almost all of his songs a little bit differently than they are recorded. He added a lot of really cool introductions to his songs and just kept me entranced all night. Seriously in my top two concerts ever. It probably ties with my number one, it's hard to say. Anyway, if you ever get the chance to see him, do it. He is a great performer, musician, etc.... And I have to post some lyrics of course. I have posted them on here before but I just have to do it again.

"The Heart Of Life"

I hate to see you cry
Lying there in that position
There's things you need to hear
So turn off your tears
And listen

Pain throws your heart to the ground
Love turns the whole thing around
No it won't all go the way it should
But I know the heart of life is good

You know, it's nothing new
Bad news never had good timing
Then, circle of your friends
Will defend the silver lining

Pain throws your heart to the ground
Love turns the whole thing around
No it won't all go the way it should
But I know the heart of life is good

Pain throws your heart to the ground
Love turns the whole thing around
Fear is a friend who's misunderstood
But I know the heart of life is good
I know it's good

Just a little reminder that even with all of the awful things happening in the world every day, life is still good and there is so much greatness all around us if we look for it. I will post pics/videos when I get them uploaded.

4 more days.....

Until JOHN MAYER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jack Attack

Tonight I went and saw Jack Johnson in concert. It was so much fun!! It was my first concert all summer. We were really far away but it was nice to just sit in the grass and listen and people watch. I will post pics as soon as I upload them. And in two weeks I am going to see John Mayer.....I cannot even express how excited I am for that one!!!

We did it!!!

On Thursday I won my 3rd Intramural Championship T-shirt!! Our softball team pulled off the double-header with victory. It was an ulcer inducing time but we did it!!!! And that lovely lady in the middle is my future roommate Rosey. We have won all 3 of our shirts together. She is a champ!

Simple Right?

"Safety and happiness can only come from individuals, classes, and nations being honest and fair and kind to each other."

The Case for Christianity; C.S. Lewis

So my move to Georgia is on hold... temporarily, I'd say....Let me tell you a few reasons why:

1) I couldn't feel totally right about moving across the country and not having a job, insurance, etc...

2) I want to save up more money first

3) Right around the time I was making the final decision, I (partially) tore my MCL playing soccer and I didn't feel right about moving in the event I need surgery... hopefully not but you never know.

I was agonizing over this decision for months. A part of me wants to move everyday. It is hard being away from family, I'm ready for a change, and I don't think I can survive another Utah winter. But the other part of me wants to stay. I sincerely love my job, even if my schedule is crazy. I love the summers here and all of the outdoor activities around. I love playing intramurals and always doing things with friends. So I still think I want to move this year, but now I have more time to figure things out, and hopefully I will start grad school in the fall. It is scary to think about because I love working and don't really love school, but I think that it is the next step and will help me to be in a better position to really make a difference in my field.

As for dating, I am still single and I am OK with it, even if nobody else is. haha I get harrassed about this daily by family and coworkers. Sure it is tough sometimes seeing so many of my friends married and starting families but I definitely have lots of fun living up the singles' life. And besides, I just haven't found Mr. Right yet. I seem to get set up on a lot of blind dates that never go anywhere but they are usually fun! And speaking of blind dates, if you ever are setting one of your friends up, have some common sense....For example, I always get set up with people for 2 reasons:

1) They are tall

2) They like sports

Ok this may be a good starting point but seriously, think a little about personality please!! That is like saying, you are both fat so you should date. Or you both like Michael Jackson. Or you both have diabetes so you would probably hit it off.... Common interests are important but they are not the magic key to love. Anyway, just a little rant I was thinking about. It just makes me laugh. The best one I heard was he doesn't smoke pot so you should go on a date with him. What?!! haha anyway there is an update for you. Hope everyone is doing well!! :)