Because you asked

I say that I would like to forget this experience so Allison asked if I could share it. Ha ha. No offense Allison, I'm actually good sharing it. So, as embarrassing as it is--which I'm sure makes it better for you. I'm going to share my experience with the Ring

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First off, I need to announce that I do NOT handle scary movies well. So, I don't watch them most of the time. There was even a stint last year where we had a "Supernatural" (like the TV series) night- I screamed in everyone and couldn't ride in my car at nights for a week. I can handle--sometimes, more realistic movies, For instance I LOVE the movie Disturbia. But it's more about the suspense than it is killing people and there is no supernatural evil thing. Anyway this doesn't have much to do with the story besides setting a premise so that everyone understands I DO NOT do scary movies.
I took a film class my senior year in high school. One of the movies that was a requirement to watch was The Ring. Needless to say, I wasn't too pleased but there was no way that I was going to watch that movie with the class and show them how ridiculously chicken I am. So my bright idea was to rent it and watch it with my boyfriend and little brother. It was horrendous. We had other friends over and one of them kept purposely scaring me. And then pointed out that the time was the same where we were as it was somewhere else. THEN once I got home (around 9:30 at night) someone called me to say "You will die in 7 days". THEN I couldn't sleep.
See, most scary movies happen at night so I'm ok so long as I have a light on. Not The Ring. She attacks you whether it night or day. In fact it's light through most of the movie. So having my light on wasn't helping but turning it off just made EVERYTHING look like this girl. Finally around 1 in the morning--after getting NO sleep, 17 year old High School Senior me finally treks downstairs...and asks to get in bed with my parents because I couldn't sleep. They laughed and my Dad told me to go sleep in the family room. Which is where our main TV is. If  you haven't seen this movie I'm sorry for the spoiler but she COMES OUT OF THE TELEVISION! And sucks someone dry!
Of course, I started freaking out. And was nearly in tears before my parents agreed to let me in. Funny thing is, my parents have a TV in their room. BUT I knew that if she was going to come and kill me she would have to go through them. So, I spent the night safely, away from demonic evil killers, in between the two people who love me most.
When I woke up in the morning my loving parents were relentless. They told me how glad they were that they knew I still felt comfortable having them to protect me. There were a few jokes thrown in about how they remember when I was 5. It was embarrassing. And I still had nightmares the next night--however, this time in my own bed. And it's what has made me decide if I watch a scary movie its something like Disturbia that's suspense and guessing games. Minimal killing. And NO scary demonic people.

UPDATE! On life.

WHEW! Things are getting kinda crazy. Lets cover the important things.
First things first: I get married in 25 days!
And I'm super psyched and just ready to be done with it all.
Planning a wedding is overrated--And part of me loves it. Another part of me just can't wait for it to be over.
The hardest thing has been planning and scheduling. I like details. My mom doesn't. And trying to figure out what I need. And what the best way to do everything is. And how to please everyone--but I'm not. And as much as I try to please myself I have someone complain that I'm just being difficult and red-iculous. In fact, (Here's my rant): I am so sick being told that I'm a Bridezilla when I'm doing my darnedest to make this simple. BUT it's still a wedding and I don't want to sacrifice quality for price.
But that really doesn't matter. I'm sure its something most Bride's deal with and I'll go through the same thing when I have children and they get married.
The important thing, everybody tells me, is that we're getting married in the temple and will be together. Or so they say. And I'm sure people are right. But that's really not that helpful when I'm trying to arrange for luncheons or determine lists. I'm not like others that I know: I do care who's there.
Which comes to my next announcement. My little brother was set to leave on an LDS mission back in March. But it was delayed. We've been waiting to hear when he was going to go out. Things seemed at a standstill and it was looking like it wouldn't be until mid-June to July.  So I finally ordered the boutonniere and got set to buy a tie. He is officially leaving June 1, 2011.
That's right, 3 days before I get married.
Originally I was pretty disappointed. And I'll admit I might pummel the next person who tells me how funny that is or ironic. I know it's ironic. I'm accepting it and SUPER proud of him. He's gone through so much and deserves to be out serving. But that doesn't mean that I don't feel disappointment that he misses my wedding by three days.
It also means that things are going to get even crazier around here.
In fact here's a sample JUST of my wedding week:
May 28--Family coming up May 30--Memorial Day May 31--Work June 1--Go to the MTC June 2--Prepare June 3--Set up, Openhouse in Monroe June 4--Getting married.
His farewell will be on May 22nd. And I am, really, so proud of him.But things will still be crazy. But I guess that's life.

30 Day Challenge--Day Twenty Three

Day 23

A picture of your favorite book

One Just isn't enough

30 Day Challenge--Day Twenty-Two

Day 22

A picture of something you wish you were better at

 I wish I could dance. But you have to have a sense or rhythm for that.

30 Day Challenge--Day Twenty-One

Day 21

A picture of something you wish you could forget

  

Not only does this movie represent a humiliating experience but I will probably have nightmares just looking up the pictures to find the picture for this. I hate scary movies but this is my most embarrassing experience to date.

30 Day Challenge--Day Twenty

Day 20 

A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel

I know I should be more adventurous. 

I would also love to go to Ireland, the Carribean, London and Italy.

But right now this is where I want my getaway to be.

It may or may not be influenced by the fact 

that I'll be going on my honeymoon here in a few weeks.

30 Day Challenge--Day Nineteen

Day 19

A picture and a letter

To a very Special Person.

Dear Little Brother,

I just don't think I tell you enough how much I love you and how proud I am of you. I know that I royally messed up this last weekend: So I want to say I'm sorry. I should not have reacted so selfishly. I should have looked at the positives and remembered how important this was to you. That this isn't just my time. But it's your time as well. We have both made major decision lately. Our lives will never be the same again. BUT they will be better. Not necessarily easier, but better. However, whatever happens I pray that we will still turn to each other and rely on family. I hope you never doubt that I love you. That you know how much I admire you. And that You will always know how proud I am for making the decisions you have. For facing the challenges in your life and coming on top. And for going out to share yourself with others out there.

Know that you will be a fabulous missionary. Those that you teach will be touched because you are there. And that there will be experiences you never could even dream of having. I'm so excited for you. So proud of all that you are. And I'm sorry I don't let you know enough. Love you bud.

Have a great next two years.

God Speed.

Love Your FAVORITE and only,

Sister

30 Day Challenge--Day Eighteen

Day 18

A picture of you biggest insecurity

My biggest worry is Failure or not measuring up to what I expect of myself.

30 Day Challenge--Day Seventeen

Day 17 

A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently

Now I know you're all surprised and this is totally going to shock you--

 

I met this man only 9 months ago. We started dating at the end of October

And my life has never been the same since.We have laughed and cried--mostly laughed.

Gone through things that were difficult and relied on each other probably more than is healthy.

I never expected to have a whirlwind romance--truthfully I never wanted one. 

But I will say this. I love this man. And as crazy as this all is I am so excited to spend eternity with him.

And to be able to watch us grow together.

Eight months ago I never would have guessed I'd be where I am right now.

But I'm grateful that its where I've ended up.

30 Day Challenge--Day Sixteen

Day 16

A picture of someone who inspires you

 My parents are seriously some of the most amazing people I've ever met. 

If I can grow up and be told that I'm just like them I think that I'll have accomplished all that I could. 

I'm not sure how I was so blessed in the family department but I am very grateful for them.

30 Day Challenge--Day Fifteen

Day 15

A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without

Now, I know it's mushy, and hopelessly nauseating but hey--I'm engaged. That's what we're here for: To turn the world into tragic, hopelessly corny romance. But really:

I cannot imagine my life without this kid. He is the cheese to my macaroni. The peanut butter to my jelly--You know the drill.

30 Day Challenge--Day Fourteen

Day 14

A picture of something you want to do before you die

Bungee jumping--off of a bridge over water