My Golden Summer

The summer of 2009 was a summer that I will never forget. All the adventures and memories I have made over this summer will forever be apart of me and have changed me for the better.

I was lucky to be reunited with my siblings this summer, something we haven't done for over 4 years. It was great being with them, seeing how we have all changed, and having the opportunity to make more memories.

I had the opportunity to be an EFY counselor for one week in St. Petersburg. I was a counselor over 7 great girls who taught me more than I taught them. I will forever remember the spirit I felt at EFY and for the opportunity to teach and be an example to those girls.

I also changed my address this summer which was a huge step! I am now living with my sister Whitney, her husband Jason, and my nephew Jack in Orlando. I have seen the benefits of moving to Orlando every day. I love my school, my job, living with my sister, and waking up to Jack's voice every morning. This move has truly been life changing and a huge answer to my prayers.

This summer also brought things which were unexpected but life changing. I met this boy named Griffin, who was my best friend's boyfriend's roommate. He was here from Utah for the summer installing security systems. The first time I met him I thought he was hilarious and someone who defiantly caught my eye. I started to like him pretty quick but I kept thinking to myself that nothing would happen because he would be going back to Utah soon so I shouldn't get my hopes up. As I spent more time with him, and after our first one-on-one date, I fell hard for him and realized that I couldn't stop pushing my feelings away. We started to date more seriously and I soon realized how he was everything that I ever wanted. Everything came so easy with him and I never felt so comfortable with anyone like that before. He is the most amazing guy and someone who means the world to me.

When the summer ended, Griffin had to head back to Utah. Saying goodbye to him was defiantly hard especially knowing that December would be the next time I would see him. Being away from him has been very difficult but it has shown me how much he means to me and how badly I want to be with him. Future plans are still up in the air since I don't know what Dental school to go to but I know that the Lord will direct our paths and bring us together again. Until then, I am enjoying dating him and enjoying the joy and happiness that he brings into my life!

My life as of late...

My life has hit some up and downs lately and I thought I would give you all an update on the crazy life of Kate!

Whitney & Jason made the long ride from Utah to Florida safely! It was so wonderful to see their car coming down the road with all their stuff in the back. What a blessing that we all have made it this far!
Mother's Day Sunday before Whit and Jason went to pick up Bubba at the airport!


My beautiful sister and I are reunited again! I can't wait to live with her!

While Jason and Whit went to orientation for Jason's PA school, I took Jack to SeaWorld with some of my friends! I've had this dream for so long and it finally came true! I loved playing mom for a day even if it was one hot day!

This was at the dolphin underwater observation tank. With Shamu, juice, fruit snacks in Jack's hand with the AC blowing on him, life couldn't be better!

One of my favorite places at SeaWorld, the manatee exhibit! Jack liked it too as you can see on his face, ha ha.

We LOVE SeaWorld!

My friend Jen and her niece Mia and me with my nephew Jack. We kept saying all day that soon we will be carrying our own children but for now it’s nice to be with our niece and nephew! Jack and Mia had a love affair but I think Jack was confused who she was because he kept calling her Gracie.

I auditioned to be a Parade Performer on June 4th for Disney. I have never been so nervous in my life because my dreams were hinged on this audition. There was about 200 people there auditioning and having a lot of people there actually calmed my nerves. They first divided us in groups of 60 and we went into a dance room, taught a dance routine, and then told to do the dance routine across the floor while the judges at the end of the room judged us. The dance routine was really simple so I turned up my energy and performed the best I could. I thought it went really well! When then had to go out into the big room and wait. My mom came with me and it was great to have her there as my support system. We waited for like 15 minutes and then they called numbers. At first I didn't know what this meant but the people who got called were the ones who were cut. Luckily I made it through the first cut and I was so grateful because I thought my nerves were going to get the best of me and I was going to pass out if I didn't make the cut. I then had to wait until the other groups went to dance and then cut. Finally, my number was called to go back into the audition room. They added more to the dance routine and then told us that they would know judge us on our looks. Disney is very critical on what they want; they said that if your eyes were too far apart, or you’re too tall, they don't want you. Knowing that I probably didn't make the height requirement I still danced my heart out hoping they would see something in me and not my height. I then went out and waited again for the cuts. Sadly, I was cut after that because I'm 5'5 and they wanted people between 4'5-5'0 and 6'0-6'5. My heart seemed to drop in my stomach and all the emotions of that day came to a halt and I was exhausted and very sad. Luckily I had something to look forward too after. Whitney and her family lives 10 minutes away from my audition building so we went there and had dinner and blueberry pie. It was great to be around family and to have the support from family and friends. But this audition is not the last I will do! I am planning to audition 6 months from now as a Disney dancer so wish me luck!

Mom's Birthday Bash at the Magic Kingdom

My mom's birthday was on Saturday, April 18th! We celebrated her birthday by going to the happiest place on earth, Magic Kingdom! Jake and his girlfriend Meredith flew down from Indiana to celebrate this day with us. It was a wonderful day celebrating a wonderful mother and her exemplary life. Here is some pictures illustrating her magical birthday celebration.


Here we are ready to get on the Ferryboat just after recieving our tickets and mom's special birthday pin...excitement was in the air!


Crazy brother Jake and I waiting for a ride.

The parents and I on Thunder Mountain.

The family waiting for Country Bear Jamboree.

Meredith and I

The parents and I.

Yes, we are a crazy family!

They were tired after a long magical day at Magic Kingdom.

Jake and I in front of the back of Cinderella's castle.

Eating birthday cake at the Floridian with the castle in the background.

The family...

The "Mickey Mouse Sweatshirt Club!" taken at the Magic Kingdom, the only place were we could wear them and fit right in!

Mom's blueberry plants from Dad.

Celebrating Mom's birthday on Sunday with gifts and a cake made by chef Jake!

It was Oscar's birthday on Saturday, March 21st. It was a glorious day full of treats, toys, walks, and more treats. We started off his birthday by opening my present to him because I had to work the night of his birthday. He loves his presents and couldn't wait for me to give it to him so he decided to take matters into his own hands (or paws) and looked in the bag himself, here he is doing just that...

Notice the beautiful bow on his collar. Unfortunately, we had to take it off when he went on his nightly walk so that the other dogs in the neighborhood didn't make fun of him. Personally, I enjoyed it while my parents thought it was silly to put a bow on a 9 year-old boy dog. But I know deep down inside Oscar really liked it too...

I gave Oscar a bone and rope with a ball on it but I think he enjoyed the bone a heck of a lot more then his toy. I know this because his bone was gone in a matter of minutes and that was a pretty good size bone if I do say so myself! Here he is hoping there is more treats in his birthday bag.

Overall, it was a great day celebrating a lovable, sweet, and caring dog who even though needs a good loving every 15 minutes, still seems to brighten up any day with just a wag of his tail and his sweet dolphin smile.

And the bad days just keep on comin...

Recently, I have had one bad day after another. School is stressing me out and I'm getting to my breaking point and I realize I can't stand it much longer. My microbiology class in particular is causing the most stress. Who really knows that Staphacoccus aureaus is an exotoxin? Also, my teacher looks like the costume designer on "The Incredibles" and so its hard paying attention to her fast talking and constant hand gestures.

I have so many things, concerning my dreams, that are set in stone and its tearing me apart because it seems that I am only getting further and further away from my dreams instead of getting closer and closer to them. I just hope that the good days aren't that far away and I hope I can have the strength to hang in there until they do.

Until then, come I have found some words of wisdom to help me along the way, maybe they can help you too!

• You can ruin the present by worrying about the future.
• Our greatest glory is not in never falling but in rising every time we fall.
• The best way to prepare for life is to begin to live.
• In the hopes of reaching the moon men fail to see the flowers that blossom at their feet.
• There is more to life than increasing its speed.
• The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
• No longer forward nor behindI look in hope and fear;But grateful take the good I find,The best of now and here. -John G. Whittier
• It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop. -Confucius
• Happiness is not a state to arrive at, but a manner of traveling. - Margoret Lee Runbeck

The highlight and embarrassment of my day

Today was a long, mellow, school day until I walked into my last class which was Medical Terminology. I was doing the student thing, talking notes, listening to the lecture when my eye started to wander. From the corner of my eye I saw someone falling asleep. I love when people fall asleep so I kept my attention on the sleeping girl in the front row. For the entire lecture this girl was going in and out of consciousness. At times she was so funny that I had to look away so that I could contain my laughter because I knew at some point I would just burst out. I tried my hardest to pay attention to the teacher but I kept getting caught off guard to the girl in the front row who's head kept bobbing up and down. So finally, just when I thought I could stand it, I took one more look at her. This time she had her arms folded and her head was now leaning back until she realized and she quickly tilted her head up, her eyes widened, she put her arms out in front of her, and did a little "oh!". My friend and I were the only ones to notice it and since I had contained my laughter the entire class, I couldn't keep it in anymore. I started busting out laughing and soon the attention was on me instead of the girl falling asleep on the first row. My teacher paused, looked at me, and I just couldn't contain my laughter so I said "Sorry!" then I left the room. When I composed myself, I went back into class. Right when I sat down my friend next to me went "Dude, did you know that the teacher was talking about the male reproductive system when you left? I bet everybody thought you were laughing at that!" I could feel myself turning bright red. I bet my teacher thought I was so immature that I had to leave when they started talking about the male reproductive system! Overall it was my highlight and embarrassment of the day but I have to admit that a little laughter did my heart some good.

I'm joining the blogging world!

I finally decided to join the blogging world so that I could stay in contact with my sisters. I'm not sure if I really know how to blog but I'll do my best to get with it and keep you all updated on the crazy life of Kate!

As for now, I'm currently in my last semester of prerequites for my Dental Hygiene Program. I'll be moving to Orlando for my Dental Hygiene program and will be living with my sister Whitney and Jason! I can't wait to finally be moving on with my life because recently I've been feeling like I've been in "pause" mode. I feel like I'm waiting to get into the Dental Hygiene program, I'm waiting to dance for Disney and I'm also waiting for that special guy to walk into my life. But I came across a quote the other day which is now my motto, it is "Be happy for this moment. For this moment is your life". I can't wait to see where my life takes me. But I decided I'm going to be happy with the journey in getting to where I want to be.

*My GoAl*