WILW

I'm linking up with Jamie for another round of

What I'm Loving Wednesday! You should too :)

I'm Loving... that it's spring break! I finally got all my grades in, and I'm still a 4.0 student! Turns out my math grade ended up being a 100.2%. After all those years of struggling with math, I'll take it!

I'm Loving... The freedom I'm feeling. I've had a rocky friendship with a person and recently this person decided they want nothing to do with me. After I got over the sting from it, I've realized I'm better off. I have so many friends that love me unconditionally, and for that I'm thankful!

I'm Loving... That it's spring.. and maybe, hopefully..eventually spring will come our way! In Oregon, spring consists of rain, rain, rain and more rain, oh and even some April snow thrown in here and there! I'm praying the warmth will come soon, because I'm getting a little TOO white! Pool days, here I come!

I'm Loving... That BASEBALL season is right around the corner! I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE baseball and I can't wait to see if my A's are coming to play this season.

I'm Loving... Sleeping in. I haven't slept in this late so often in.. I don't know how long! This is just what I needed. Netflix and my soft blanket for spring break. Who could ask for more?

I'm Loving... My God. He is putting me through a lot of tests right now it feels like, but I know they're all to make me stronger in the end, so I'm rejoicing that He wants me to grow! It's awesome!

I'm Loving... That it's Wednesday! 

What are you loving?

ABC's of Brittany

I've seen a lot of people doing this post

So I decided to join in :)

A-Age: 20! (Almost 21)

B-Bed Size: Full

C-Chore you hate: I'm going to have to say Laundry. For sure.

D-Dogs: They're not mine, but Moose who is a Pomeranian and Truman who is a Bichon Frise and Papillon mix.

 

E-Essential start to your day: Shower!

F-Favorite color: Green, Yellow and Blue. 

G-gold or silver: Silver for sure. Or White Gold.

H-Height: 5'2''.. yeah, I'm vertically challenged. 

I-Instruments you play: I don't play any.. but I can sing.

J-Job Title: Full time student.

K-Kids: None of my own yet. But I do have heaps of nieces and nephews.. some that aren't even "blood" nieces and nephews.

L-Live: Central Oregon. 

M-Mom's name: Jolene. But everybody calls her Mama Jo.

N-Nickname: Brittme, B, Britters, Hermana.. list goes on.

O-Overnight hospital stay: Had my gallbladder taken out when I was 16.

P-Pet Peeve: Bad drivers and people who smack their food.

Q-Quote from a movie: "So it's not gonna be easy. It's gonna be really hard. We're gonna have to work at this every day, but I want to do that because I want you. I want all of you, for ever, you and me, every day." -The Notebook

R-right/left: Righty!

S-Siblings: 1 sister (30) 1 brother (26), 2 step brothers (23,24) and a step sister (25)

T-Time you wake up normally: When I have class, 6:00.. when I don't, around 9:00.

U-underwear: Yes..

V-veggies you dislike: Brussel Sprouts.. cabbage.

W-What makes you run late: Other people usually.. I'm always on time.

X-x-rays you've had: Lungs, foot.. 

Y-Yummy Food You Make: Spaghetti!

Z-Zoo animal: Elephants!

The Results Are In

Turns out I was stressing for nothing. I had solid A's in two of three classes before finals, so I wasn't really worried about those classes. I mean, in my math class I had a 99.8 and my lowest test grade was 100%.. I'd be crazy to worry about that class. The other class I had a solid A in was my writing class. The final was a "show up and you get the final points" kind of thing so I wasn't worried about that, but I did have a 10 page paper that I still didn't know the grade on. I ended up getting a great grade on that paper, so there are two A's so far this term.. (I'm assuming I got an A in math even though she hasn't posted the final grade yet) Even with my solid grades, I still stressed.

My face broke out a little more than usual.. which means it broke out, because I usually have really clear skin. There was one class I was worried about. I had an 87.5% before the final.. it scared me. I just looked up my grade this morning, and I saw on an assignment I got 35/20! I had totally forgotten about the extra credit I received for going to a Transgender panel (long story). So my final grade in that class is a 97.8%!!! I'm soooooo happy. I was sad that my 4.0 was going to be gone, but it turns out I made it through another term. I have one week (bleh) until the next term starts. I'm actually excited! Bring it on Spring term! It ends the day before my 21st birthday (which is awesome!) so that will be a birthday present to me! 

Call me crazy, but today feels like Friday. I have no idea why. I'm all thrown off because of this whole spring break thing, but I'm really glad it's NOT Friday :) I hope you all are having a beautiful March week! Spring is here! Unless you live in Oregon, in that case, winter is getting mild! Have a blessed week :)

"And I will fall at Your feet, I will fall at Your feet. And I will worship You here. Freely You gave it all for us. Surrendered Your life upon that cross. Great is the love poured out for all, this is our God. Lifted on high from death to life, forever our God is glorified! Sovereign King rescued the world, this is our God."   -Hillsong

Someone Like You

I heard that you're settled down

That you found a girl and you're married now

I heard that your dreams came true

Guess she gave you things I didn't give to you

Old friend, why are you so shy?

Ain't like you to hold back or hide from the light

I hate to turn up out of the blue uninvited 

But I couldn't stay away, I couldn't fight it

I had hoped you'd see my face

And that you'd be reminded that for me it isn't over

Never mind, I'll find someone like you

I wish nothing but the best for you, too

Don't forget me I beg, 

I remember you said

"Sometimes it lasts in love,

But sometimes it hurts instead,"

Sometimes it lasts in love

but sometimes it hurts instead, yeah.

You know how the time flies

Only yesterday was the time of our lives

We were born and raised in a summer haze

Bound by the surprise of our glory days

I hate to turn up out of the blue uninvited

But I couldn't stay away, I couldn't fight it

I had hoped you'd see my face

And that you'd be reminded that for me it isn't over

Never mind, I'll find someone like you

I wish nothing but the best for you, too

Don't forget me, I beg

I remember you said

"sometimes it lasts in love, 

But sometimes it hurts instead."

Nothing compares

No worries or cares

Regrets and mistakes, they're memories made

Who would have known how bittersweet this would taste?

Never mind, I'll find someone like you

I wish nothing but the best for you

Don't forget me, I beg

I remember you said

"Sometimes it lasts in love

But sometimes it hurts instead."

Never mind, I'll find someone like you

I wish nothing but the best for you, too

Don't forget me, I beg

I remember you said

"Sometimes it lasts in love, 

but sometimes it hurts instead."

Sometimes it lasts in love

But sometimes it hurts instead.

This is my favorite song right now from Adele's new album "21". It's amazing. The lyrics really touch a personal note for me. If you haven't heard it yet, check it out here. Enjoy :)

Praying

Ch-ch-ch-changes

You may have noticed (or not, that's fine too) but I've made a few changes to my blog. First off, the thing that should stand out the most is my Blog Title is completely different. It used to be "Behind These Green Eyes." That was something I came up with quickly and it seemed to work.. it wasn't something that I loved though. I was listening to itunes and a random song came on "Roll with the Changes" by REO Speedwagon.. (don't judge me).. and it made me thing a lot about all of the changes going on in my life right now, and the changes that will be going on in the next few years. It reminded me that the only thing constant in life is change. So, I thought I would incorporate that song into my new blog title. I must admit, I like it. I changed up some fonts and other things too, but that's the biggest thing. I actually had time to give my blog some TLC today! God bless spring break and whoever came up with the idea! :) So anyways, I just wanted to let you know it's still me here.. just a new and improved blogging experience for your precious eyes ;)

Handwriting!

I've seen this post on a few of the blogs that I follow

So I decided I'd do it too..

because that's how I roll. 

You can and should do it too :)

1. Name/Blog name

2. Your Blog's URL

3. Write "The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog."

4. Your favorite quote

5. Favorite song

6. Favorite bands/singers

7. Anything else you'd like to write

8. Tag somebody!

WILW

I'm linking up with Jamie at This Kind of Love
for another round of What I'm Loving Wednesday!
You can do it, too! :)

I'm Loving... That I am not officially on SPRING BREAK! I had 3 finals yesterday and I'm really ready for a break. 13 days until my new terms starts! The fun thing about that is Spring term ends the day before my 21st birthday! Yay! 

I'm Loving... That I have absolutely nothing planned for this Spring Break and I couldn't be happier! 2 weeks filled with nothing but relaxation and maybe a little pool time (indoors of course, because Oregon's springs consist of snow and rain).

I'm Loving... Making fun of people's facebook posts with their poor spelling and bad grammar. It's become a hobby for Kelly and I.

I'm Loving... The Beth Moore study I'm doing with Kelly and a few friends. I'm learning more and more every week, and it's challenging me to rethink some things in my life. I <3 Beth Moore. If you don't know who she is, look her up. Look up some of her books.. "So Long Insecurities" is a good one. She has a lot of really good bible studies, too.

I'm Loving... The fact that I didn't even have to stress about my grade in two classes this term. I knew I was getting an A, the only question for me was whether or not it would be above 96% ;) (One class has me stressing a little though, but it's out of my control now, I did my best).

I'm Loving... Adele. I love her voice and her music is amazing. You can feel her pain from the breakup in her album "21".. she is an amazing artist, and I'm thinking of investing in downloading her album on itunes. 

I'm Loving... Watching "That '70's Show" from the beginning on Netflix. Shoot, I'm just loving Netflix! :)

Hope you have something to love on this beautiful (kinda) Wednesday!

I Just Have to Say it..

I have the best friends in the world! 

I really do. My best friends are Mike and Kelly. Mike is more like a brother (he picks on me, hits me, texts me about sports, and he brags about me) and Kelly is my best friend (my "person", my twin.. we do/say/think almost the same things ALL the time.. and she'll always defend me, no matter what). I just spent the whole day with my best friend and it made me realize how lucky I am to have a friend like her. We did a Beth Moore bible study this morning, then just hung out for the rest of the day. We listened to music, we ran some errands, I helped her 12 year old daughter bake cookies while she helped her two boys work on a project for school, we made Tacos for dinner, watched the news about Japan and cried together, and in the same breath laughed at one of the people they interviewed because of the delay with the booth and the interviewee.. we finished a puzzle together in 2 hours. We did absolutely nothing that was of real importance, but those are the memories that I wouldn't trade for the world. I don't know anybody that has friends like my friends. They're people that I can fully be myself around. I can get angry and they'll listen. I can say stupid things and they'll make fun of me for it, and we'll laugh about it for weeks. I can make fun of them and not worry about hurting feelings. God blessed me with these people and I would do anything for them. And I know that they would do the same for me. I love them and their kiddos more than words can say. God knew what he was doing when he sent me to P-ville with them :)

My Favorites

I decided to list some of my favorite things! You can do it too! :)

 

Favorite time of day - I'm a night owl!

Favorite season - Summer/Fall

I can have two if I want.

Favorite month: June/September

Favorite holiday: Christmas!

Favorite subject in school: Writing

Favorite channel: ESPN

Favorite color - Green

 

Favorite song - "Rolling in the Deep" Adele

Favorite movie: Going the Distance

Favorite celebrity: Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler

Favorite kind of music: Everything!

Favorite tv show: OTH, Grey's Anatomy, Jersey Shore (don't judge)

Favorite thing to do: Sing! Or hang with friends.

Yahtzee with Kelly!!!

Favorite place in the world: Doesn't matter where.. it matters who I'm with.

Favorite hobby: Is singing a hobby?

Favorite kind of animal: Dogs.

 

Favorite place to live: I've only really lived in one place.. Oregon.

Favorite place to vacation: It really doesn't matter where! Vacations are fun :)

Favorite restaurant: Dillon's Bar and Grill

Favorite food: Tacos

Favorite thing to cook: Spaghetti

Favorite drink: Diet Pepsi

Favorite chore: Dishes

Favorite makeup: Mac

Favorite hair products: I use something different all the time

Favorite lotion: Bath & Body Works

Favorite perfume: "Heavenly" by Victoria's Secret

Favorite memory: Too many to choose from!

 

Favorite blogger: My sister :)

Favorite thing to blog about: Whatever's on my mind!

Favorite books: Red, anything by Nora Roberts, Redeeming Love.

Favorite Verse: Philippians 4:13

Favorite thing to wear: Flip flops! (Summer, come soon!!!)

Favorite kind of day: A lazy but semi-productive day.

Favorite job: So far, being a nanny for sure. It was awesome :)

I hope you're having a wonderful Monday so far! I really shouldn't be awake this early on my day off, but it happens. Have a great week everybody!

 

 

Free Hugs!

All The Same- Sick Puppies

 

I don't mind where you come from

As long as you come to me

But I don't like illusions

I can't see them clearly

I don't care, no I wouldn't dare

To fix the twist in you

You've shown me eventually what you'll do

I don't mind

I don't care

As long as you're here

Go ahead and tell me you'll leave again

You'll just come back running

Holding your scarred heart in hand

It's all the same

And I'll take you for who you are

If you take me for everything

And do it all over again

It's all the same

Hours slide and days go by

'Til you decide to come

But in-between it always seems too long

Suddenly

But I have the skill, yeah

I have the will, to breathe you in while I can

However long you stay is all that I am

I don't mind

I don't care

As long as you're here

Go ahead and tell me you'll leave again

You'll just come back running

Holding your scarred heart in hand

It's all the same

And I'll take you for who you are

If you take me for everything

And do it all over again

It's always the same

Wrong or right

Black or white

If I close my eyes

It's all the same

In my life

The compromise

I'll close my eyes

It's all the same

Go ahead say it, you're leaving

You'll just come back running

Holding your scarred heart in hand

It's all the same

And I'll take you for who you are now

If you take me for everything

Do it all over again

It's all the same

All The Same

I was having a conversation with a friend last night about our biggest pet peeves with facebook, and our biggest one was definitely misspelled words. I have to control myself every time I see a misspelled word not to correct the word for them in a comment. It's just really annoying for me. If their computer is anything like mine, it will underline your misspelled word. It's not that hard to fix it. But these words aren't usually typo's, they're just absolutely misspelled, or misused. So we came up with a list of some misspelled/misused words on facebook. Enjoy :) (Highlighted words are correct spellings)

Definitely-- Usually seen as defiantly (which is a whole different word) or definatly, defenitly, or my favrorite.. defiantely.

Lose-- This one has become rampant recently. I've seen it everywhere, way too often. Loose="these pants are too loose on me because I've lost weight." NOT "I think we're going to loose the game."

To, Two, Too-- This is elementary stuff. To= "I'm going to the store." or "I sent that to him." Two= "Those two dogs are cute." or "I'd like two, please." Too= "That was too much." or "He's just too cute." ALL TOGETHER= "Let's go to the ice cream shop to get two ice cream cones if it's not too cold outside."

There, their, they're-- Again, when you know what they mean, it's pretty simple. There= "Go over there." Their= "I think that's their car." They're= "They're pretty nice people. ALL TOGETHER= "If they're home, we'll have to go over there to see if we can borrow some of their sugar." 

A lot-- Two words. Simple as that. 

"such a wonder f ing redg day got i stupid bill for my car being towed so f ing rediculace its more then i make in to pay checks" 

I just pulled this off of a friend's status on facebook. I think it means: "Such a wonderful effing ??? day. Got my stupid bill for my car being towed, so effing ridiculous, it's more than I make in two pay checks." 

All I'm trying to say is please please please please PLEASE read what you're posting before you post it. Whether it's on Facebook, myspace (if anyone even uses that anymore) blogs or twitter.. type responsibly.