I'm a Mormon

About Me:
I grew up the youngest of five children and each weekend of my childhood we would get lost in the mountains of Utah together. At first I hated hiking and complained like the little sister I was. Then as I got older I have learned to love the outdoors more than anything else, especially when it is on the back of the horse. I love riding and running through fields. I have went on millions of trail rides, but if I am not on the trail I love jumping. Flying through the air on a horse is unlike anything else I have ever done and I love it. When the weather is not good I go to college and learn about math and physics. I have always liked solving puzzles and math is my kind of puzzle. Since I was in kindergarten I have always known I wanted to teach. Now I know that I am going to be a math, physics, and statistics teacher in some high school someday. My three dreams in life is to teach school, own a horse ranch, and get married to an amazing man.

How I Live My Faith:
As a young adult going to school I have been very involved in the church and it is a big part of my social life. I have met wonderful people through attending church and other activities. One of the best parts about the church is wherever I go I know that I can find people that will welcome me and care about me in church. The LDS church is the same no matter where you go and I love the consistency as I have went from school to school and lived away from my family. I live my faith by trying to help others and lift them up through times of trials. I try to not just take but to give back all the blessing I have received from the LDS church.

Why I am a Mormon:
I am LDS not only because it gives me a social life, but also because it makes me happy. Because of this teaching of this gospel I know that my life is better than it would be otherwise. Living the commandments is not a restriction, it is a blessing. Living free of sin is not just a nice fairy tale, through the atonement of Jesus Christ it is truly possible. I am a Mormon because without it my life would lack direction and a purpose. I am a Mormon because it just makes me happy.

How has The Book of Mormon helped you understand the purpose of life?

The Book of Mormon is full of plain and simple truths. Everyday when I read it I find little bits of knowledge that I can apply in my life. It has given my comfort and made more more content with myself. I have read many stories in the Book of Mormon, like the story of Captain Moroni, the leader of an army. He led the people of Nephi do defend there home, their liberty, and their religion. He cared about the people he served and also looked for God for help in each battle. Even though it was not easy he led the people, with God's help, to victory over their foes. This one example has taught my that I can turn to the Lord to help my fight my battles, whether it be as small as a homework assignment or as big as what career to pursue. Also with his help I can have a good relationship with my family and feel of their love. The Book of Mormon gives us great heroes like Captain Moroni it follow their example.

Mission Here I Come

I am so excited to serve on a mission in Birmingham, Alabama and spread the gospel. I have been everywhere else in the US except the south-eastern states. Just in case some of you are wondering what is cool about Alabama I have included the top ten places to visit...

1		Alabama River in Alabama In 1st place is the Alabama River. Be sure to checkout this River while you're in Alabama.
2		Mount Cheaha in Alabama In 2nd place is the Mount Cheaha. Be sure to checkout this Mountain while you're in Alabama.
3		Bunker Tower in Alabama In 3rd place is the Bunker Tower. Be sure to checkout this Building while you're in Alabama.
4		Little River Canyon National Preserve in Alabama In 4th place is the Little River Canyon National Preserve. Be sure to checkout this Park while you're in Alabama.
5		Russell Cave National Monument in Alabama In 5th place is the Russell Cave National Monument. Be sure to checkout this Cave while you're in Alabama.
6		16th Street Baptist Church in Alabama In 6th place is the 16th Street Baptist Church. Be sure to checkout this Church while you're in Alabama.
7		Alabama Shakespeare Festival in Alabama In 7th place is the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Be sure to checkout this Festival while you're in Alabama.
8		Civil Rights Memorial in Alabama In 8th place is the Civil Rights Memorial. Be sure to checkout this Monument while you're in Alabama.
9		Mobile Carnival Museum in Alabama In 9th place is the Mobile Carnival Museum. Be sure to checkout this Museum while you're in Alabama.
10		Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic in Alabama In 10th place is the Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic. Be sure to checkout this Festival while you're in Alabama.

My dad would especially like the last one, with all our 4th of July balloon fests.

Also here are some more interesting things:

State horse (yes they have one): Racking horse

The State quilt block (for mom): The pine burr

And of course here is the flag!!

 More facts:
Montgomery is the capital and the birthplace of the Confederate States of America.
The Confederate flag was designed and first flown in Alabama in 1861.
At 2,405 feet Cheaha Mountain is Alabama's highest point above sea level.  (wow that is high)
Huntsville is known as the rocket capital of the World.
The word Alabama means tribal town in the Creek Indian language.
The Monarch butterfly (Danaus pleipuss) is the state's official insect.
On January 11, 1861 Alabama becomes the fourth state to secede from the Union.
Singer and entertainer Nathaniel Adams (Nat King) Cole was known as the man with the velvet voice. He was born in Montgomery in 1919 and died in 1965.
At the Battle of Mobile Bay Admiral David Farragut issued his famous command, "Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead." The event occurred on August 5, 1864.
The pecan is the Alabama's official nut.

I am so exited to serve the Lord and teach people the gospel in this wonderful state.

Trefoil Ranch

I really enjoyed this summer at the Girl Scouts Trefoil Ranch and came away with more than just an epic farmers tan and a couple bruises. I worked with the horses and the girls as a horse back riding councilor and even with the hot sun and some hard times I still loved it :) Her are some pictures to remember a great summer by.

Epic Mounted Flag Drills!

 25ish crazy horses

 Princess all-camp

 Hunger games all-camp

 The whole crazy staff :P

 Icee the unicorn for Harry Potter all-camp

 The Glutten Binge

 Wild west all-camp

 Backpacking

Someone thinks I am a star :)

 Beautiful Sunrises and Sunsets

 Manti Pageant trip

 One of ten million baths we gave horses

 The porta-potty prank

 Showdeo (including painted ponies)

 My proof that I was the only one to gallop on Mo Mo and not fall off (see I am smiling :)

Summer 2012

This summer has been amazing and I have loved almost every moment. It all started with a wonderful trip with my Ballroom Company down to Zion's National Park. We only preformed once because our performances fell through... still it was too much fun, and I will always remember it!

 Angel's Landing

 Just playing around!

 Licking our rocks at Redmond Salt Co

 Sleepover at the studio

A little bit latter I went with my parents to Boston, New Hampshire, and Maine. There we played with Dan, Lacey, Annelise, and their new baby Nathaniel. The mountains, lakes, and oceans we saw were also spectacular and I might have taken about 1,000 pictures on this trip but I chose some of the best to show to you.

The Boston Arboretum

 Maine!

Jordan Lake (Acadia)

 Sand Beach (Acadia)

 Not Maine without Lobster!

 Lighthouses!

 My first trip ever on the ocean in a boat!