The arrival of December and Snow

(Note: Well, it's being stupid, so there's some weird things going on with the text. Sorry about that!!)

Hey! Alright, so I know I haven't posted on here for a LONG time. Hehe! Sorry 'bout that! Well, I would say that December has creeped up on me, but it hasn't. I've been eagerly counting down the days!! And to make things better, there's snow on the ground! It makes me all happy inside. Now, winter is my favorite season, and December my favorite month, it being the month of Christmas. I've been trying to decide what I like so much about those two things... Here's what I think might be behind my love of these two things.

My love of winter

Well, I guess my favorite part of winter is the snow. I actually hate winter days without snow. Because then it's just cold. Bluh. So, I guess this section should be called...

My love of snow

That's better! Snow. People say that they'd like it if it were warm. Agh! Warm snow? Weird... No, snow is good because it's cold. And white. And fluffy. Unless it is warm, then it's slushy. But we're talking about cold snow. There's something about the way snow makes you feel. It makes you feel warm inside! Even though it's cold... It makes the world beautiful, even with all it's pollution, and ugly stuff we humans have put everywhere. And when you go up into the mountains, and into the trees, it's breathtaking! It sparkles, and glimmers, and makes everything look...magical! Have you ever noticed that when there's snow on the ground, it seems to be quieter? It's like a big, white blanket that sucks up all sound. And watching snow fall... Wow, it's amazing! Or studying a snowflake. That's my favorite! Snow is just amazing! I know that it causes slippery roads, and makes frost on your window. But there's pros and cons to everything. Some people choose to look only at the cons: It's cold, it slippery, it's wet. I choose to look at the pros! It's fluffy, it's pretty, it covers all the ugly things, it sparkles... Mmmm.... I love snow!

My love of December

Well, in December there is Christmas, and Hanukkah, and, well, whatever other holidays are in December. My family and I celebrate Christmas. I love Christmas! Well, what I really love is the Christmas season! It seems like for a month everyone is just a little bit happier! And, admittedly, a little more stressed. But all the same, happier! There are 24 days before Christmas, and those days are filled with hustle, and bustle, and carols, and COOKIES!! Num. ;D And magic! Don't you think that Christmas is just magical! Another reason I love Christmas: We focus so much on Christ! More the usual that is. Now, we all know that Christ was probably born in April. But we can celebrate his birth in December! It's a great time. People find more love in their hearts. It's a season where lots of giving, and serving and loving happens. I love it! It is by far the best holiday

(speaking of Christ, we saw the Carl Bloch paintings at BYU! They were AMAZING!! Here's one of my favorites. It's kind of bad quality, sorry!)


And I think that's why having a White Christmas is so cool. Take the day filled with the most joy, and happiness, and excitement, and add magical, wonderful white snow. So, the arrival of December and of snow has made my insides go happy!!

↑One of my favorite songs!!↑

Fall Break

Well, today was the first day of Fall Break. YAY! After taking a Warm Vanilla Sugar scented bubble bath, Mom, Brielle and I went up to Build-a-Bear. Brielle and I got matching bears named Brooke and Snow Bear. Hers is Snow Bear. XD They're SO cute! Then we went to Costco, then home to drop the stuff off. Then we went up to a little party store up in Lehi. They had so many cute things! Mom bought me and Brielle candy sticks. Then we went up to Trafalga, and rode the go-carts, and Brielle rode a pony. We wanted to do bumper cars, but everyone came off wet, so we decided to skip it. After Trafalga we went to Grandmas. She's catsitting Dexter and he's a hyper little kitty! Can we say SPAZMOID! He's cute anyway! XD Then we came home and found Trevor watching the Mentalist on the couch downstairs. Now we're packing up for tomorrow, and we're (hopefully) going to eat dinner soon. Stay tuned for updates on Fall Break! XD

This is what Brooke looks like. Outfit and everything! (minus the boots) Brielle's is exactly the same, but with a different outfit. XD

Dear Maddie,

I hope you're fine up there in heaven! We're all going to really miss you, you know that, right? I can't believe that yesterday in science we were having so much fun together, and today you're gone! We're all wearing pink tomorrow to remember you, and our choir concert is dedicated to you. I''m so glad I got to know you, and have fun with you. We're going to miss your great personality down here on Earth, but hopefully you'll be just as happy up in heaven.
Loves from,
Marissa and everyone else who misses you♥

Maddie is a girl I know from school. This morning she got hit by a car, and she died this afternoon at Primary Children's Hospital up in Salt Lake. Please everyone pray for the Meacum family!

Photoshop

Okay, okay, these aren't great pictures. But, they're sort of ish kindaish good. Ish. XD Tell me your favorite one!

What I started with:What came next:


Yes, I know they're kinda not skillfully put together. But, I wasn't actually trying TOO hard. XD Tell me your favorite one!

Kristen

Basically, she's awesome. She's my role model (see this post). She's also much better at updating her blog then me! We had a sleepover on Friday, and then went to the State Fair on Saturday. So much fun! I love doing things with her, I love just having her around. I really miss having her at home. I just want to let her know, I love her, and she's the best big sister ever!!

P.S. I love this song of hers that she posted on her blog! Mad piano skills....

Haunting

Loneliness

I don't know what it is, but the past few days I've been feeling...lonely. I mean, there are people around me, all day, everyday, but it's an emotional loneliness. I don't know why it's happening know, or why it's even happening! I want that perfect friend. The friend who's shoulder you can cry on without feeling embarrassed. The one who you know will keep your secrets safe, and will always be there for you. D= Sadly, I don't even know if those kind of friends exist in my world. I miss Jessica and Rebecca. They were awesome friends! They don't even write me anymore though... I miss Kristen too. I mean, it's not like we ever did much together, but it's just weird having her gone. And I don't want Trevor to move out either. The other night he hoped up on my bed and we chatted a bit. It was very nice. I don't know who I'm gonna go talk to when both Kristen and Trevor are moved out. They used to talk to each other, but the only sibling I really have to talk to now is Brielle. Trevor assured me that I can call him anytime! XD I guess I'll just keep praying, and waiting, and hoping this bout of loneliness will pass. Soon.