bargain.

 I'm a bargain shopper, through and through. Whenever I find a good deal I'm all over it, and I would say that I'm pretty dang good at it. Pretty much every single one of my outfits comes from again consignment clothing boutique in Eagle. It's also where I work, which is like a creative haven for me. I love it! Usually my outfits come off of the $3 rack. Some people would find that embarrassing, but I'm pretty proud of my successful treasure hunting skills. This outfit? 10 buckaroos.

 My all leather boots? $7.

The sweater? $1.

old happiness.

My friend Alyssa had an assignment to mimic another photographer's work for her photography class. Being the beautiful dancer that she is, she chose to mimic the ballerina project, of which you should totally check out because the pictures are AMAZING. Anyways, she asked me to be her model! I haven't put my point shoes on since Sophomore year so it felt so so good to bring back my long lost love of dance. Even just being able to put my shoes on was an instant rush of joy. I can't wait to take some classes again in college!

oh brother.

Today I get to see two of my brothers. And my sister in-laws. I'm so excited, I can't even stand it..... counting down the hours!

high school.

It's finals week, officially wrapping up the past semester of senior year. It's so weird to think that there is only one more semester  left of life as I know it. I'm ready though. I'm ready to tie the bow on the past 12 years of my life and get started with the rest of my story. It's also raining today. With rain brings thoughts, mine of which are consumed with the future. Today is a positive day because it's the day that will lead me to tomorrow.

G.N.O.

Yesterday was Mari's birthday. Beings as she turned 18 in Norway 8 hours before she did in Idaho, we all thought it was funny that she got a 32 hour birthday rather than a 24 hour one. We went to the cheesecake factory to celebrate and the food was AMAZING. After we watched the movie Hanna to end our Girl's Night Out. Today I am thankful for foreigners. I hope whoever reads this, if anyone reads this, that you have a positive day:)

 

nails.

Haha I was pretty proud of my nails this time so I thought I would share them. The diamonds have sadly come off of my thumbs due to bowling so that's kinda depressing. None the less, I'm glad to be a girl. Therefore, today is a positive day.

holly jolly

 Christmas Eve dinner

 I got just a tad carried away with wrapping this year...

 Still leaving cookies and milk out for Santa. And don't forget the carrots for the trusty reindeer.

 Lucy's successful Christmas

 Makin' my way to the 'big' table. No longer sitting at the counter:) Obviously I'm a little too excited.

 After Lucy ran away again on Christmas night, sleeping outside all by her lonesome, we decided to get her a tag. It's hot pink and she loves it. On it it reads, "If Lucy has gone exploring, please call her concerned family at..." Lucy loved her Christmas present.

I hope you all had a holly jolly Christmas! While I drove to the dentist this morning, it wasn't even 10 and it was already 50 degrees outside.... in the winter... in Idaho... Anyone wanna go wakeboarding today?

glitter shoes!

Before.......

....After:) I found these shoes at TJ Max for my brother's wedding and thought they needed a little extra "something"... so this is what I chose! Thank you pinterest! Happy positive day everyone! Can't wait to strut it at the wedding:)

christmas in the city.

I took these when we went down to watch the tree lighting in Boise. Merry Christmas everyone! Stay warm. Today is a positive holiday day.

boy.

So I've been meaning to put this up for a while but I promised Jake that I would dedicate a post to him. So here you go Jake Thibault. I'm proud to declare you the first male to check out my blog... that I know of.

Anyways, today I went to the basketball game and we won, way to go boys. The best part about it was at the end our student section started chanting, "If you're winning and you know it clap your hands-clap, clap-", and so on, and then they went on to sing, "If you're losing and you know it clap your hands". They then pointed to the other school and the students clapped. I thought it was pretty creative, and funny. Anyways, that made my day a positive one. Oh and Jake, you make every day positive.... haha.



This is Jake really getting all he can out of his scriptures in Seminary.

friendships.

Today is a positive day. Why? Because I am thankful for my friends this week. I'm thankful for those friendships that make their way through the weeds and blossom just when I need them too. Thanks guys:)

Annika, who came into my life when my hopes were lookin a little cloudy. Man do I love foreigners.

Lucy for always bein' my best bud and always knowing just when I need a good snuggle.

My sister in law Krystal for marrying my brother. I love having a sister. My bro was one lucky guy. Can't wait to see you guys next week!

My future sister in law Briana for always knowing how to cheer me up, talk to me about boys, or do something totally crazy that just makes you love life. I can't wait till you're a Dumas:)

My cello girls, Jeanine and Lexie, for always making me laugh my head off, take pictures, and make so many funny memories.

Cade and Clay, for never failing to make me laugh...... and give me butterflies haha.