Happy Christmas!

So, it's Christmas eve and I have no idea what I have gotten for Christmas. I guess the best present is to be with your family; my brother and his wife are up for the holidays.

I hope everyone has a great Christmas and a fabulous new year!

I am so glad that it's almost the new year because I have had one heck of a year. I think everything that could possibly have happened did. At least we all get new starts right? What are some of your guys resolutions? I have no idea what mine will be this year but, it will be good.

I love all you guys to death, I hope you know that! Happy Holidays!

My Weekend

My weekend consisted of two amazing things.

First: Dan's Party. It was so fun! I had a blast! I won Apples to Apples! Haha Suckers! Thanks so much for inviting me Dan! I will get you your present soon, don't worry.

Second: The dance. Wow it was boring! I am so glad we left. Bowling was a blast and so was the arcade! haha...Anyone remember Will Kent?! He works at Orchard Bowl! I can't imagine a better first date or with a better guy! :D

Choices

As a people I feel like we take other peoples choices for granted. The only decisions in our life aren't just ours; we care too much about having our rights to do what we want when our decisions affect others more then they do us.

Think about these situations:

What if my parents never met because my dad never got the job at the gas station. Where would that leave me?

What if I never found out about NUAMES? [right Mandy (BETTER?) and Ines?]

What if my parents decided to not move to Centerville? What if we never got the house in Centerville? [right Dan and Levi?]

What if my variance got rejected to Bountiful Jr.? [right Matt and Andre`(even though we would have met anyway)?]

Here is the biggest question of all: What if my parents never moved us to Utah?

I think this year we should care more about what others choose to do and think about how our choices are affecting people. But we all have to remember that we have to do the stuff we feel too, because what if that person is gone soon?

Mandy + Lauren

New friends...

It's crazy isn't it how friends are made? I love having friends, I guess most people do though. Lol.

"A friend is someone who lets you have total freedom to be yourself. -Jim Morrison "

I thought I would describe my friends so my peeps could get a picture.

Melissa: She is a sweet girl. Reminds me a lot of Mandy....just not as hyper. She's taller then I am (probably 5'6) and she has shoulder length blond hair. She is very thin and has little arm muscles (hahaha).

Breanne: Is emo in a way. She has redish streaks and short hair. She loves firm grapes(hahahaha). She loves Invader Zim like me :}!

My first B day....

Today was a little more lonely. I don't think I have ever felt so lonely. I was glad to see Melissa and Breanne at lunch today. I have never been hit on some many times in one day, I have to say. From the start of the day when this kid in my 5th period decided it best to have the whole class know that he thinks I'm hot to the end of the day when I was walking through the parking lot and people were honking at me. What a weird bunch.

My First Day...

Well for starters...How immature can a high school be? I mean seriously!

"You're gay!"

and

"No, I'm homosexual."

How many times do you have to hear that a day? I'm shocked at how many people do drugs...I saw two people that were high today (even in seminary!) and over a dozen talking about it...in the hallway! How stupid can you be?

"I'm going to go home and smoke a whole bag of weed. I am going to be so high."

I am sorry to all you people that have had to go to public high school this long...I honestly hate it, and would rather be at NUAMES with more mature kids.

Funny story!:
there was this girl and you could see her butt crack like a lot of it
and he (the kid that called me hot on b day) was throwing paper wads down her pants
it was really funny
she didn't even notice!
I was like how could she not feel it in her butt
seriously!

My Class Schedule....joy...

First Semester
1. Seminary
2. World Civ.
3. Geometry
4. English
5. Computer Tech
6. Study Hall
7. Chemistry Honors
8. Orchestra

Second Semester
1. World Civ.
2. English
3. Seminary
4. Clothing 2
5. Drivers Ed
6. Geometry
7. Chemistry Honors
8. Orchestra

My Ever Changing Mood...

Every one of you probably has noticed my mood change the past couple days...Not wanting to talk...angry...sad...depressed...the list could go on forever. Now...This is a tough subject to talk about because I am so upset about it. I have to switch to WXHS...I scream and shouted and hyperventilated...None of it worked, so now, I go to Woods Cross High School. UGh...

There are many reasons for this forced changed here are just a few...
1. They want me to be closer to them.
2. I had a very long commute in the morning and afternoons.
3. They want me to be proud of my school.
4. In 10 years they want me to be able to drive by and tell my children I went to that school, and I loved it.
5. They want me to attend sports events and cheer my team on.
6. They want me to be able to have a dance at my school instead of borrowing someone elses for the night.
7. They want me to be in a real school not just portables.

There is more I just don't want to list them all...I will tell you about my first days at WX when I have them.

I love all you guys at NUAMES to death! and don't ever think that I'll forget you! We will all still have to hang out!

Elections 2008

After researching both the democratic candidates and the republican candidates, none have appealed to me. But, tonight I found someone I support...I may not agree with hunting but he's the best candidate by far. Check him out at http://www.Mikehuckabee.com

He's Chuck Norris Approved!

Funny Vid

Edwin McClain - I'll be

My life's getting pretty heckic right now and all I can think about is this song by Edwin McClain.

I'll Be (Your crying Shoulder)


The strands in your eyes that color them wonderful
Stop me and steal my breath
And emeralds from mountains thrust towards the sky
Never revealing their depth
Tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above

I'll Be your cryin' shoulder
I'll Be loves suicide
I'll Be better when I'm older
I'll Be the greatest fan of your life

And rain falls angry on the tin roof
As we lie awake in my bed
You're My Survival, You're My Living Proof
My love is alive and not dead

Tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above

I'll Be your cryin' shoulder
I'll Be loves suicide
I'll Be better when I'm older
I'll Be the greatest fan of your life

And I've dropped out, I've burned up, I fought my way back from the dead
Tuned in, turned on, remembered the things that you said

I'll Be your cryin' shoulder
I'll Be loves suicide
I'll Be better when I'm older
I'll Be the greatest fan of your life

I'll Be your cryin' shoulder
I'll Be loves suicide
I'll Be better when I'm older
I'll Be the greatest fan of your life

The greatest fan of your life.

The NAKED Truth....

Today in World Civilizations I had to give a presentation for the class. I thought I could be mature about the whole Olympics and the naked state of the people. However, I found the whole class laughing and my teacher quite angry (although, he was amused). Thinking to myself, I was trying to figure out what I had said. When I finally realized what I said I was so embarrassed. “ The Greeks believed that their gods particularly loved to see strong, fit, graceful human bodies, especially boys' and men's bodies. So one way to get on the good side of the gods was to exercise, to eat right, to oil your skin, to create a beautiful body that the gods would love. The Olympics were for guys only because they would play naked. Some of the things they did was: Wrestling and Pankration which was a mix of boxing and wrestling...That’s why the gods were so entertained. (I'm pretty sure I said some other stuff here otherwise my teacher wouldn't have talked to me later about how what I said wasn't school appropriate)” I soon got a firm "Lauren!" from my teacher. Thank goodness it was the end of my presentation anyway! I passed my Loukoumades (Lukumas small donuts with no taste what-so-ever) and sat down.

My Major and Minor

Ok, I finally decided what the heck I am going to do for my major and minor next year (early college is crazy). I am going to major in Education and minor in History. That way I can be a History teacher for Jr. High and High school students. I am really excited that I found something I can be proud of and am interested in. I know we always give our teachers crap but I think I could make it fun and I wouldn't be a bad teacher. I am always thinking what I could do better if I was the classes teacher. Now I can prove it.

Everything!

Wow it has been a while since I was last on here.

I hung out with A.J. and Katrina yesterday. It is crazy how much people change! I have 2 examples of this to talk about. Katrina is so different if I had just met her I don't think that we would get along at all, which is crazy to me! Also, Tate he must have changed to like *cough* her. It shocks me that they make-out! Yick!

Also school is good. I am nervous about taking the ACT which I am taking this spring so I can take early-college classes and get free flu-shots! Ok, ok so the flu-shot isn't a big point but it is a bonus!

I love my new friends to death! Mandy, Ines, Olivia, John, and everyone else! I love you all so much! You are the best!

So all you guys! I am now 16! Haha! Still haven't been on my first date, which is fine by me! I just don't want it to be all awkward but I guess it would be with anyone I went with.

The most important thing I could have told you that has been happening! I almost forgot! My sister is getting married! To Jeff. I'm excited! Her wedding is in March.

I miss all you people from Centerville and Bountiful so much! I need to see all you! Call me seriously!

Careers

I have been wanting to do something dealing with animails, mostly marine, for some time now. Today I have been researching all about Marine Biology, Oceanography, and Oceanic Engineering. I would enjoy anything that deals with the Ocean. Growing up by the ocean was wonderful. In fact thats probably the one thing I miss most (along with my sister) I loved going to the aquarium and touching the animals and seeing them. Ever since I went through that experience I knew that that career was for me. I have always wanted to take my marine courses somewhere that wonders of the ocean lay. I have wanted to go to college in Maine. I think it would be a great experience for me being next to the ocean (although that ocean and Maine are very cold places).

School

School is going good. I love N.U.A.M.E.S Well I still like the other person. My new house is great too. I was able to paint my room lavender, pink, and green.

I also have new friends which I am way excited about!! Which some of you will meet at my party in a few weeks! Yes! It's coming!!! You should all be as excited as I am! The only thing I am totally bumbed about is all the yard work I have to do next week end....Yuck!

Just thought I would tell all you guys everything is going great!

Moving...North Salt Lake

Moving is taking it's toll. On August 25th we will be moving to our own house! Yes! No more moving for us! I have never lived in the same house for longer then 3 years. In some cases moving before a year was even up.

I get to paint my room what ever crazy color I choose. Well lime-green and pink is what I chose. The house is double the house we are in now...although the outside isn't as nice.

That reminds me...Do any of you know how to clean a pond? There is a pond in the backyard that is in a horrible state and we have no clue how to clean it for my party.

You should all be excited for my party to come and see my new house! I will have directions with your invitation because it's kinda hard to find the first time. The only thing I don't like is the fact that Woods Cross High School is my new school. Not the best school but it's a good thing I'm going to a different school. I am only taking Driver's Education at WX thank goodness!

Youth Conference

Youth Conference on Thursday and Friday was amazing and so spiritual. I have never had so much fun in my life.

The dance? My ward WAS the dance. We were the only ward dancing (fast) and messing around. I got to say it was sad that they weren't having as great a time. I was so excited that it was all of us in my ward not just a few people. EVERYONE. We all were in a circle shouting out dance moves like the doctor "CLEAR! BOOM!" and the fax machine. I was also so excited to talk to people I haven't seen for awhile.

The Logan Temple is AMAZING! I felt so good after doing baptisms for the dead. I was so happy. I felt all warm and fuzzy inside.

We also did a Service Project at the local preschool. I felt all warm and fuzzy then too. Lol. I also rode a mop! I love Tara Jensen, Ashley Whitten, and Katelyn Peterson!

I am moving and I hope it's not to far away. 2 Weeks :( !

Sundays

Today has been a good day.
My brother had to talk in church today.
I sat with my friends Valene and Mackenzi.
I'm excited for youth conference now!
Valene asked me how to spell maybe while she was writing Tate.
I thought she said Baby so I told her B-A-B-Y so she told me no, Maybe! I was like OH!! M-A-Y-B-E...We started laughing so hard!
I felt bad for the speaker.

Call me to hang out!

Finally...

I found a template that I am happy with. Katrina is going camping all weekend so if you would like to hang with me call me! She doesn't get back until Tuesday.

Wendy's....lol

My blog is under construction. Please still visit. I will still be writing.

So my twiner and I went to Wendy's earlier tonight. On our walk over we were dancing and singing cause, quite frankly, that's what we do. It's enjoyable because people give you funny looks. Anyways, we were at Wendy's talking about how were are slowly becoming one person. All the sudden a shower of straw covers attacks. Ok, ok, I know what your thinking. It was one straw cover. It was not a little tiny kid, it was a kid probably about 12 or 13. Lol. So funny.

So my twin [Katrina] and I have now referred to us as being one person about 50 times. We were talking on the phone to Walley* and I said, “we're a dork!” Another time we we're on the phone with him and Twiny said, “Stop laughing he's going to think we're more then one person!” Also talking to my parent I referred to my birthday party to being our party. Wow we're hotdogs...

what is this?

I miss my Trinea :( She's at camp 'til saturday afternoon

Urg...I need to have some fun. I need a rollercoaster and my Trinea.

E3 on G4

Haha no they aren't robots in Star Wars. E3 is when Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft get together once a year and tell what they are doing for the next year, and what's coming out in games. G4 is just the channel I watched it on.

I was most excited watching Nintendo's. The new WiiZapper and Wii balance board, I can't wait to get all these new exciting games either! Metroid Prime, Mario Kart, Wario Wares, Wii Fit, Super Mario Galaxy, Guitar Hero 3, Super Smash Bro.'s Brawl, etc. Woo!

I have to say I wasn't thrilled about Microsoft and Sony's proformances. I found I was very confused at parts. Can the new PSP only hook up to Bravia TV's? I'm not a fan of shooters, why do they keep making Halo's? Halo 3 I feel is going to be a huge let down by Microsoft. One thing I am excited about though is Rock Band. Sony is taking Guitar Hero one step further. Is Rock Band only for PS3? I would buy one just to have that game!

Ummm...ya. I'm a nerd, I know.

Harry Potter

I just got back from Harry Potter. It's very good, I don't want to give it away though. Best movie I've seen in a while.

Thanks Matt for inviting me! :)

There's an Us?

Why does in our society teen-age boys and girls think to get together and, dare I say, mess around. Hanging out I think is OK but why must we have more at this age? I'm not saying I never want a boyfriend, but at this moment I don't feel the need. We have our whole adult life to deal with dating and such. I think we should just get to know people at this age.

As my 16th birthday comes near, I feel my thoughts are not turning towards dating but away. Boys are so immature at this age. I have to say there are some that are not, but I hardly doubt they are interested in a girl like me. Maybe I'll go to a dance or two, but I don't know if I'm ready for the dating world.

My Twiny

One thing good in my life right now is my friends.

I love Katrina, although she can be a nut sometimes, and we always seem to get extremely hyper around each other (We ate leaves!), she's my best friend. Some people seem to get annoyed by her but they must not really know her. The best thing about our friendship is we like never fight. I got to say she's got great taste in guys.

Sunburn Update

My sunburn is now peeling and this picture does it justice. The glare off the flash made it seem less red and less blistered then it really was.



Look how icky those scabs look...eww..Look at my shoulder too...ick.

Boyz

I'm about ready to give up. Guyz are dumb. If anyone doesn't agree comment.

Pics of my sunburn soon.

Back From Camping

Camping was great my friends were in my tent but I was glad that all the people there I now consider my close friends.

The first day was kind of a slow day. All we did was sit around talk and eat. The second day we played games which made the day faster. We played an obstacle course which we had to climb up a tree so I was not happy to play at least the Superman team won! Oh, I neglected to tell you the theme for the camp was Super Hero's and Christ is our main Super Hero or supposed to be. The three tents were Wonder Woman, Superman, and Spiderman. I was a member of the Superman team. The third day we spent at the beach. Sadly I was tired and fell asleep, even with all that sunscreen I put on it didn't help. I am now burnt to a crisp. Ok not really but all over my body I have blisters and can hardly move. Yippy! Lol.

Partay kontinued....

Well today we did a whole lot of planning for the video at my party. Some guys we're really close to said they would do anything for us! *Lightbulb* ANYTHING? Muhahaha! Are they in deep! We have plans for them!

In addition to my party there's been a big question planted in my brain: Why am I here on Earth NOW? What miraculous thing could I possibly do? I'm me for heavensakes! Why was this question on my mind? Thinking about next school year at NUAMES. Why was I, Lauren La Von, accepted into this wonderful program? What could be the reason for all this? Maybe I'll never know...

I'm going to be camping so you won't hear from me until Saturday when I get back! Tell ya all about it :)

My Sweet, Sweet 16 PARTAY!

As some of you know my birthday's coming, and fast. We have started planning my party so we can have everything together when it arrives. We have a couple ideas but we need your help.

The theme: Luau/Hawaiian
Ideas:

• Our own MTV My Super Sweet 16 that we show at the party.
• Limbo
• Dance off Hula style.
• Last but not least Food: Pineapple Chicken, [cheese]hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken apple dogs

If you have any suggestions on food, drinks, and/or activities let me know!

Ever Wonder?

Wow my very first post! I doubt anyone will read this but, what the heck!

On My Mind Today:

• What do people think about me?
  Is it possible that right at this very moment someone is thinking very bad thoughts about me?! I sure hope not!
• When are my friends going to call me?
  Lol.
• How is my cousin so popular?
  I'm not one to care if I'm popular or not. If I have friends who care and are there for me who cares! But really, how is Richard so popular? He never even talks to me!
• Why does time fly so fast?
  Every time I check I'm like 5 years older! Last I checked I was 10...Now I'm turning 16 in like 2 months! This isn't possible! I'm also now in High School! When I moved to Utah I was in Elementary! I can't believe I have lived here for 4 years!
• Oregon
  I miss Oregon so much...our 'little' vacation back there was a nightmare! I want to go back so bad! But I want to take all my Utah friends with! Is that possible?