tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74159682335602097102024-02-18T21:11:19.344-06:00Dusty With StarlightMcCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.comBlogger169125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-12339079268934694202014-07-11T16:50:00.001-05:002014-07-11T16:50:09.036-05:00goodbyeHappy Cow Appreciation Day!<br />
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Sad news.<br />
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I'm locking up this blog for good. I am grateful for the experience I gained, the memories I recorded - but it is time to move on.<br />
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Happy news.<br />
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I'm starting over at <a href="http://themilknhoneyblog.blogspot.com/">http://themilknhoneyblog.blogspot.com</a> !<br />
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New blog. New style.<br />
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And this time, I'm going to make it journal worthy.<br />
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See you all soon!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
McCallMcCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-39383937827047337912013-12-22T21:16:00.000-06:002013-12-22T21:17:14.467-06:00a note from the universeHappy National Date Nut Bread Day!<br />
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There are many lovely <a href="http://justlittlethings.net/" target="_blank">little things</a> in life. Small chocolates, witty jokes, ice cold water; often they come just when you need them most. I think that is the reason they are so lovely. It is much easier to appreciate something when you are in need of it, than when you are already satisfied.<br />
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Lately, I have been receiving <a href="https://www.tut.com/account/register" target="_blank">notes from The Universe</a>. Just little reminders every few days that tell me I'm special, my goals are being aligned for me, I have the support of the universe, etc. They maybe could be called silly, they are definitely simple, but they have made the world of difference.<br />
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You know why?<br />
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Even if you pretend not to, after a while you start to believe the message.<br />
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And you feel really good.<br />
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<i><span style="color: #999999;">When it comes to having big dreams, McCall, I know it can feel like you're kidding yourself.</span></i></blockquote>
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<i><span style="color: #999999;">And when it comes to making big decisions, I know it can feel like you're all alone. </span></i></blockquote>
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<i><span style="color: #999999;">Would it help you to know that you're a really big deal here? That you 've already moved mountains? That you will do even greater things than you can now imagine?</span></i></blockquote>
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<i><span style="color: #999999;">You crack us up,</span></i></blockquote>
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<i><span style="color: #999999;"> The Universe</span></i></blockquote>
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Here is another little thing I love:<br />
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MY YOUNG WOMEN.<br />
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Goodness gracious they are beautiful. (That empty spot on the left is a place being saved for two friends who couldn't make it today.) Every single one of them is UBER talented, UBER beautiful, and I love them to bits.<br />
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Finally, I love little bursts of color, especially when contrasted to the white skies of winter. This beauty took place a few days ago, lasted for about three minutes, and then faded away into the twilight.<br />
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Gorgeous.<br />
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xoxo,<br />
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Surprisingly, I am loving winter this year. {Negative digits & all.} I have had a fairly crappy attitude about cold weather for a long time, and so I am pleasantly surprised to discover that when I stop moping around, winter is pretty amazing.<br />
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I LOVE Christmas, and now I LOVE winter. Life right now is swell.<br />
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I have an excuse to have hot cocoa everyday, cuddle in front of the fire, and when driving I pretend that I am in a picture print by Currier & Ives.<br />
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Everything is sweeter now that I recognize the time limit. Knowing that next year I will be away at college has helped me to appreciate events, activities, traditions, and people that may not be available for me on a college campus.<br />
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Love life & have a very merry holiday season!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
McCallMcCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-55598514131356232252013-11-12T22:45:00.000-06:002013-12-10T17:21:04.076-06:00politicsHappy National Pizza-With-the-Works-Except-Anchovies Day!<br />
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Confession time:<br />
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I hate politics.<br />
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I hate needing to see the big picture, the small details, and the psychology of the entire world all at once. There are too many implications, too many relationships, and too many events for my little brain to handle. But at the same time, I love it. I love seeing the big picture, the small details, the psychology in life. I am fascinated with those areas, but for some reason the word "politics" is a major turn-off for me. I am enthralled with people, how & why we do what we do, where our problems lie, and what mistakes we keep making. I love analyzing situations and predicting the outcome of certain actions. I actually do love my government class that I am taking this semester, but the instant I see it in real time; when I hear a politician give an address, when I get a leaflet in the mail - I get a rush of emotions that are not that pretty.<br />
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I wonder if it is because politics aren't as romantic as I would like, or if it is because as a child I was surrounded with the general opinion that politics are icky.<br />
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On the romance side of it, I love intelligence. I love it when people are smart, when they can manipulate a situation to get a desired result, when they understand their peers well enough to find a connection. Not just a talent for kindness, but relations through intelligence. And in my ideal world, politicians are just that. Intelligent. And I'll admit, many are. But from there the romance stops. Their words seem empty and their charisma is too calculated. I sit here scratching my head, wondering how a system that is meant to be the heart and soul of America, our ability to have a say in our government, could be so terribly unattractive that from the time I can pronounce the silly word I already have the idea that it is something negative.<br />
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Now that I think about it, that is what I hate most. That something that is supposed to be revered, something that is meant to be a tool in our fight for freedom, is so casually abhorred and ridiculed. Even if it does get the respect it deserves, so many negative emotions are tied to politics. Anger, despair, resentment, pride - all are very powerful and very much laced within our political sphere.<br />
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I feel silly for blogging about politics, especially considering the fact that I know little to nothing. I guess I am just frustrated that I can't connect with something that has so many pieces that I love. As I said before, I love psychology, human relations, predicting and analyzing situations, etc. But in my head, politics are icky.<br />
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And it might stay that way for a while.<br />
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It helps when I see the regal side of politics - the genius that was required for the creation of our government, the skill used by those in positions of power to alter a society. But I am getting these juicy bits from a beginners' government course at the community college. Hopefully, after a time, I will be able to find an interest in <i>today's</i> politics.<br />
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I guess we'll see.<br />
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McCallMcCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-84259336275992423852013-11-11T12:35:00.000-06:002013-11-11T12:35:29.895-06:00threeHappy National Sundae Day!<br />
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There is a power in three. The three musketeers, the three branches of government, the three times I just left the computer in the last five minutes to eat chocolate. Three is a pretty awesome number, and so I think that I want to start doing some THREEs. I am going to share three pictures, some with stories, some without. It's just a way to give a sneak peek about more in my life, without as much effort on my part.<br />
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Because I am all about the shortcut :)<br />
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On the 30th of October, there was the most beautiful fall day I have ever been blessed to see in my ENTIRE LIFE. I'm obsessed with fog, and so this misty day was pure heaven.</div>
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After my second performance of Guys & Dolls, I had some sweet carnations from some very sweet people. If you know the musical, you know the significance of the flower ;)</div>
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And this is just an old picture of my darling sister (you know, my best friend)</div>
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xoxo,<br />
McCallMcCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-1955314952354847732013-10-16T21:27:00.002-05:002013-12-16T16:30:57.953-06:00my anthem<div id="fb-root">
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On Friday, I enjoyed <i>Part I</i> of my birthday present from Abby.<br />
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SISTER DATE!<br />
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Basically, we were having enough fun to warrant Little Saul and the Breakingham Palace Crew.<br />
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Which, if you are well versed in the Phineas and Ferb world, you understand that we had a LOT of fun.<br />
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Our itinerary included a picnic, froyo from Sweet Toppings<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (aka the yummiest of the froyos)</span>, a lonngggg drive along random roads<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (while pretending we were on a roller coaster)</span>, a trip to Whole Foods, a lovely little walk, and playtime at a random park.<br />
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A lot of this day could be labeled as spontaneous adventuring, such as trying to find the furthest park, the strangest road, the most hipster food item at the grocery store.<br />
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It was <a href="http://shineplease.blogspot.com/2013/10/crazy-good.html" target="_blank">crazy good</a>.<br />
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My beautiful gem of a sister ^</div>
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"Now here's a place that you can go that will make you happy. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=170fIOfmoeA&feature=player_embedded" target="_blank">It's called a laughing place</a>."<br />
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I'm not quite sure what my <b><span style="font-size: large;">laughing</span></b> place is. Phineas and Ferb cartoons? Pretending to throw things and my puppy running off to fetch them? Leaving a centimeter of milk in the carton for my mom to find?<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>It's the little things in life ^</i></span><br />
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But I do know where some of my <b><span style="font-size: large;">happy</span></b> places are.<br />
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I'm happy in my bed, right when my alarm goes off.<br />
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I'm happy when I can cuddle.<br />
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I'm happy when I can sing.<br />
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I'm happy when I am home alone and I can throw personal dance parties.<br />
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And strangely enough, I'm happy when I look at my <a href="http://shineplease.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">tumblr</a>.<br />
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I dunno why. It's something so insignificant, but I just get a happy bubble that envelops me in all kinds of warm fuzzies and uncontainable smiles.<br />
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I just like it a lot.<br />
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Kinda like chocolate.<br />
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I like chocolate a lot, too.<br />
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*cough, cough*<br />
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This status is from a while back, but every time I look at it I feel a tug on the ole' heartstrings.<br />
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The story behind all of this revolves around my birthday <span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://shineplease.blogspot.com/2013/09/best-day-ever.html" target="_blank">(see previous post)</a></span>. After the celebrations, <a href="http://lifeisfantasmic.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Marissa</a>, Justin, and the two little kiddos had to leave, which was not cool. However, not even a week after their departure, I get a text from Marissa with some exciting news - my dearest brother-in-law had expressed interest in watching the remainder of the Harry Potter series! Several nights and one complete Blu-ray set later, they have completed the adventure and a new love for JK Rowling's magical world was born.<br />
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I feel so proud.<br />
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Today is <a href="http://www.mormonnewsroom.org/additional-resource/what-is-general-conference" target="_blank">General Conference</a>!<br />
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For all of those who are unaware, General Conference is the best thing since sliced bread, more wonderful than Michelangelo, more fun than a day at ValleyFair. I absolutely LOVE it, and I don't know if I can pinpoint a single reason why.<br />
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<li>I get two days of uninterrupted family time</li>
<li>I don't need to change out of my pajamas</li>
<li>My mom provides DELICIOUS breakfasts </li>
<li>I can listen to the Prophet and what is important for me to learn</li>
<li>I get a warm fuzzy feeling the minute the first song starts</li>
<li>I get answers to personal questions that I might be struggling with, and answers to questions that I didn't even realize I had</li>
<li>I get a TON of motivation that makes feel like I can take on the world, do anything, and be anyone</li>
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I also promise that if you watch General Conference, Mormon or not, you will feel uplifted afterwards.</div>
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This must say a lot about my character that the only reason I am posting right now is because I was spoiled rotten this weekend.<br />
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But I don't care because basically I just had THE BEST BIRTHDAY EVER.<br />
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That's not to say that all my other birthdays weren't fantastic in their own fantastic way, but this one just hit me outta the park.<br />
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What do you get when you mix surprise, Harry Potter, turning 18, and awesome older siblings? A verrrryyyyy happy McCall.<br />
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I FINALLY get home after a wonderful (yet long) day of school, lunch date with my Daddy, work with my Daddy, and a football game. <i>Now picture this:</i> A very bubbly just-now-adult is let off in the driveway, told by her father dearest that she is supposed to gather the mail. Now, this wonderful young woman waltzes her way towards the mailbox, when the vehicle that had just carried her home screeches into the garage, and with a *BANG* the garage door closes. <i>What is the cause of this?</i> The beautiful barely-legal adult ponders. She opens the mailbox to find but one letter. Not just any letter. Her acceptance letter to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry!<br />
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With her happiness meter at 394%, she whips out her phone to document the beautifully crafted letter, as this is the one piece of paper she has been waiting for her entire life.<br />
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She happily skips up to the front door, deducing from the odd behavior of her father that going in the garage entry would not be wise. With a smile upon her face, she opens the door to see that her home has been replaced with the outside of the Leaky Cauldron, and a fellow witch, or her awesome sister Abby, is there to help guide her through her the barrier into Diagon Alley.</div>
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McCall is led into the different shops, collecting items such as a cauldron, crystal phials, an owl, and of course, a wand. (Wand courtesy of her mother, who was filling in for Ollivander that evening.)<br />
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HER SISTER <a href="http://lifeisfantasmic.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">MARISSA</a> AND HER FAMILY!!!</div>
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Giddy with excitement and in awe that she is worthy of such a visit, the fledgling adult travels home with her additional companions. Once arrived, she is taken on a tour around Hogwarts, in areas such as the common rooms, the great hall, and the kitchens. They dine on the most exquisite fare, and McCall has a wonderfully full belly to go with her wonderfully full heart.</div>
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The next day, she is able to be sorted into her house, as well as her fellow classmates, and she is pleasantly not-surprised to find that she is in Slytherin. </div>
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I was just so honored that my 18th birthday was occasion enough for Marissa & Justin to take their fledgling family on a trip across state borders - they can't even imagine how happy I am.</div>
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McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-16465076001715776942013-09-02T15:37:00.000-05:002013-12-22T21:17:58.969-06:00my boyfriend's backHappy National Beheading Day!<br />
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This is my pre-end-of-the-world post.<br />
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Or my pre-last-first-day-of-school post.<br />
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They are kind of the same thing.<br />
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Basically I am stuck. I am super excited to continue with my life, to go to college, to do something for the world, but I am also very content being a child with no responsibilities and no payment plans to consider.<br />
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Being a kid rocks, FYI.<br />
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So here's to Senior Year. My last hoorah, my final year of coddling and minimal expectations.<br />
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Yesterday was my beautiful Mama's birthday, and in celebration we recreated the theme that we had ten years ago. For that birthday, we all performed songs from each decade of her life. This year, we "caught up" from the past ten years through recorded performances of the top hits in 2003 and up.<br />
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I am much too embarrassed to show the song from yesterday, but here is my little spotlight moment from when I was seven:<br />
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<br />McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-79696829287975981642013-08-18T16:28:00.000-05:002013-12-22T21:18:30.717-06:00especially for youth 2013Happy Mail Order Catalogue Day!<br />
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For those of you who are unaware, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Especially_for_Youth" target="_blank">EFY</a> is da bomb diggity.<br />
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Actually though, it is one of the best experiences you could have. Yes, it may cost a lot, and yes, you can have fun & spiritual experiences without it, but there is something special when you are surrounded by hundreds, even thousands of youth who share your standards. I personally love how quickly and surely friendships are made during EFY. You show up without a clue as to who you are going to meet, and then out of necessity they become your best friend. It is in a way prep for college life, where you are thrown into unfamiliar situations with unfamiliar people.<br />
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Scary, but fun.<br />
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Kinda like Shark Week.<br />
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"One of God's greatest gifts to us is the joy of trying again, for no failure ever need be final." - President Thomas S. Monson<br />
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Truth be told, failure isn't a thing. It can only exist through lack, as in a lack of success, and that is only determined when you stop trying. You will succeed at everything you do, so long as you work at it and believe in it for years, centuries, a millennia. It is similar to darkness. Darkness is not a tangible thing, there is no essence to it. Light, on the other hand, has a power, it can fill that empty space and become something.</div>
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You can never "fail". You simply learn a different lesson, become greater at something other than what you had originally anticipated.</div>
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McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-90555405587214708142013-07-31T22:11:00.001-05:002013-12-22T21:20:19.920-06:00happee birthdae harry!Happee Birthdae, Harry Potter!<br />
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I absolutely love Harry - did ya know, he was my second celebrity crush?<br />
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Right after Aaron Carter, of course.<br />
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I watched the Philosopher's Stone and BAM! Insta love for the gangly kid with skewed glasses. <span style="font-size: x-small;">(Note: I have a crush on <b><i>Harry</i></b>, not Daniel Radcliffe)</span><br />
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He is a cutie patootie.<br />
A stud muffin.<br />
My slice of pie.<br />
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McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-40587492204878342512013-07-23T19:19:00.002-05:002013-12-22T21:19:23.682-06:00diddly-wack-mackHappy Hot Enough For Ya Day!<br />
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Mmkay everyone stop what you are doing and follow <a href="http://mackenziegrimes.blogspot.com/2013/06/whatever-you-do-care.html" target="_blank">this</a> link.<br />
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This is the best graduation speech since sliced bread <span style="font-size: x-small;">(can I say that?)</span>, honestly I want to quote EVERY. SINGLE. SENTENCE.<br />
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Way to go Mack Daddy-O.<br />
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The Grimester.<br />
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M-Dawg.<br />
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There's no place like home.<br />
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Because EVERYWHERE is home!<br />
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I find that I adapt to situations quickly - or, at least I think I do.<br />
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I haven't tested that out on a grand scale yet, as I have always had my family with me. Regardless, I believe that as long as you have an open mind, anywhere can be your hogar <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(hogar, dulce hogar.)</span><br />
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Last week I had a fabulous vacation in the tropical isles of Michigan, followed by an excursion to the deep, deep south.<br />
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AKA Indiana.<br />
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Yawoo for me!<br />
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Me being ridiculously attractive ^</div>
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My sister and I being ridiculously attractive at the same time ^</div>
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Our adorable condo had some little Christmas lights on the back porch ^</div>
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Our adorable condo looking very impressive ^</div>
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The beach we were going to play at, before we realized there were 5mil people ^</div>
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The beach we actually played at ^</div>
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Abby testing out the waters ^</div>
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The cute 'lil town & their flowers ^</div>
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Abby next to a Moose <b><i>and</i></b> a waterpark ^</div>
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The largest Culvers in the WORLD ^</div>
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Little Dudeman playing with Grandpa ^</div>
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This trip was literally perf. We had the whole package: waterparks, ziplining, eating out, hotels, condo life, our own kitchen, little towns, beach time, family time, road trip, and we were able to surprise my sister and her family!<br />
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We popped up on her front doorstep, pretending to be new neighbors.<br />
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Surprise.<br />
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When her hubby got home, Marissa claimed there was a huge spider in the kitchen pantry.<br />
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Surprise.<br />
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When his mother arrived, we casually walked around the kitchen, made obvious conversation, and tried our hardest to appear like we were supposed to be there, hoping that she would catch on. It took a while for her to notice our presence.<br />
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Slowwwww surprise.<br />
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I really had a wonderful time, and thankfully this trip didn't pass in a blur. I was able to savor every little moment, including the 4+ times we ate a Culvers. All within EIGHT DAYS.<br />
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We might be a little bit obsessed.<br />
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xoxo,<br />
McCall<br />
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P.S. I literally spent five hours this morning laughing and crying and having the time of my life on <a href="http://www.itjustgetsstranger.com/" target="_blank">It Just Gets Stranger</a>. Enter Eli McCann, a hilarious attorney in the mystical land of The Republic of Palau. He is an accomplished prankster, as well as a fabulous writer, and I find it physically impossible to read one of his posts without giggling.<br />
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Enjoy.<br />
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I love reading.<br />
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It's actually really fun, y'all should try it sometime. </div>
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Well, it has been a while since I have done that, so yesterday I decided to give it a go. </div>
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The book I chose wasn't that long, only around 200 pages or so, but it was rewarding nonetheless. I just love the <i>idea</i> of conquering a novel. </div>
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Because everything I desire already exists. It's there waiting for me to call upon it, waiting for me to put in the effort and make it mine. </div>
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I really love this book. </div>
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The Power, Rhonda Byrne</div>
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I just ask that you give it a try. There are quite a few negative reviews out there, but only positive things can come about from this book. </div>
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Don't let the muggles get you down. </div>
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*poof*</div>
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McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-19772105181118827842013-07-11T23:05:00.000-05:002013-12-22T21:20:10.645-06:00^liftHappy World Population Day!<br />
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I would just like to inform you that I have found my new favorite stranger. Ever.<br />
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This may be a slight exaggeration, but honestly<a href="http://www.danceinayear.com/" target="_blank"> this girl</a> is my hero.<br />
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For the longest time, I have been weighed down with regrets.<br />
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Not learning to play piano. Never joining gymnastics. Never finding a favorite sport. Wasting my summer days because I have no friends. Not starting that money-making scheme that I wanted to.<br />
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Every abandoned venture, every sidestepped opportunity haunts me. I am constantly bombarded with the thought "It's too late." <i>It's too late</i>. I am constantly making terrible decisions and then wallowing in the pain that results from these supposedly lost opportunities.<br />
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But this girl, this girl has shown me that I can still do it. It will take time, it won't be as easy as it could have been, but it is possible to achieve my dreams. I don't want to look back on my life and feel a wave of disappointment. I want to feel accomplished, I want to know that I did my best and did far better than anyone could have dreamed. Yeah, I messed up a ton. But I still have the potential to become something great.<br />
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I want to be great.<br />
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Wish me good luck?<br />
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P.S. I am going to attempt using <a href="https://lift.do/%E2%80%8E" target="_blank">Lift</a> - check out my progress <a href="https://lift.do/users/b580b5b9c61152f5b8cd?tab=stats" target="_blank">here</a>.McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-12356606734813282432013-07-09T13:01:00.000-05:002013-12-22T21:20:43.705-06:00super mom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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My mom is basically perfect. She is the sweetest person you will ever meet - I can't imagine anyone having an issue with her. She makes great first impressions too; one of my friends could interact with her <i>once</i>, and they will praise her for being "so nice....", "fantastic...", or they will say "you have the best mom ever!" <span style="font-size: x-small;">I'm serious. No editing required.</span> She has this magical ability that allows her to produce the most delicious desserts. She doesn't even need to try hard, she could follow the exact same steps as someone next to her, and still her dish ends up 200% better. As if this isn't enough, she also has a gift for being a friend. People are drawn to her, and she is someone that you can trust easily. She will spend hours on the phone because someone needs some advice, or an ear to hear. </div>
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Marissa has been a huge hero to me ever since I can remember. She is a wee bit older than me, so for a large portion of my childhood she took on the role as caregiver, and so I was able to firsthand experience her motherly skills. She is incredibly patient, she can turn any bad situation into something positive, and she has a knack for children. As in, children can't help but love her. I always knew that she was the perfect babysitter, and that her love for kids is unmatched. </div>
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Both of these ladies made motherhood look like a piece of cake. It came as a big shock to me that not all women are perfect at being a mom - I figured that it was the norm. I've been spoiled rotten by these two, and forever and always they will be the best. Thank goodness I can look to them for when my children are yanking on my hair and clapping their grubby hands.</div>
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McCallMcCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-34245053130075987382013-07-07T21:54:00.000-05:002013-07-07T22:03:46.269-05:00red, white, & blueHappy Chocolate Day!<br />
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Super-duper-deep-secret #1:</div>
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Mom got to the retirement square first, but then she ended up with the least amount of money.</div>
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McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-43380898764033749022013-06-16T21:25:00.004-05:002013-12-22T21:20:58.059-06:00butterfly kissesHappy Ladies' Initiated in Baseball Day!<br />
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Aaand, happy Fathers Day :)<br />
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This summer, I am already getting something done!<br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Crazy, right?</span></i><br />
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I have successfully gone an entire week without forgetting to do a coding lesson! Everyday, I have gone to <a href="http://code.org/">code.org</a> and completed one of the doo-hickeys in order to learn crazy computer ish.<br />
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I am pretty proud of myself.<br />
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Speaking of which, I am pretty proud of mi papi.<br />
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My daddy is the most interesting person I know. He has worked the strangest and most random jobs in his past, and 9 times out of 10 I find his opinions of the world as my own. We both share a love for literature, and I always go to him when I need help. He just happens to be perfect at everything he does, and he is a flawless model for what I want my future husband to be. He takes my mom out on dates every week, he is always chivalrous, and he tries so hard to make our lives as easy as possible.<br />
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I am always amazed at his quiet magnitude - does that make any sense?<br />
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He has this wonderful aura around him, and I am <i>SO</i> grateful that I was blessed to have the BEST father possible on this planet.<br />
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Thanks daddy.<br />
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<br />McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-16067243310761263972013-06-01T23:09:00.001-05:002013-12-22T21:21:10.304-06:00life is fantasmicMy sister, ladies and gentlemen:<br />
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<a href="http://lifeisfantasmic.blogspot.com/2013/05/life-is-fantasmic.html?spref=bl">Life Is Fantasmic: Life is Fantasmic</a>: If you've ever been to Disneyland, Disney's Hollywood Studios, or Tokyo DisneySea you may be familiar with my favorite nighttime ...McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17016491739202568175noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7415968233560209710.post-58405242827100103012013-06-01T17:05:00.002-05:002013-12-22T21:21:21.165-06:00spanish homeworkHappy National Go Barefoot Day!<br />
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Today, I feel the need to address something:<br />
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I like to make bad decisions.<br />
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<i>> I probably will not be able to explain this properly - in fact, I know I won't. <</i><br />
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But I love doing the wrong thing.<br />
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No action is simple. You can't just make a comment or even put on a shirt without a plethora of emotions and consequences attached. Every microscopic detail of our lives, every small piece of our world is constantly changing those around it and being changed itself. We live in a giant set of dominos, and even when we nudge one piece, thousands will tumble down also.<br />
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Back to my whole "me like bad" dealio, I often know perfectly well what the consequence is going to be, and what emotion I will be feeling in those moments. However, I ignore that and instead allow myself to inflict some degree of pain on myself.<br />
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"Why be so stupid?", you may ask.<br />
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Honestly, I have no clue.<br />
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I know that the problem exists, I am able to recognize this flaw in myself, and yet the same force that allows me to make these guided mistakes also allows me to prolong (and prevent) change. Now and then I make a few measly attempts to fix my ways, however in the long run I am not successful.<br />
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And where was my point in all of this?<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Spanish homework.</span><br />
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I am 100% dedicated to avoiding my spanish homework.<br />
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I mean, who even in their wildest nightmares can imagine a world in which spanish professors force their bedraggled pupils to scratch out responses to topics that are hardly interesting to anybody?<br />
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Blech.<br />
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The questions in this assignment are all about how we have changed over the past year, what we think of the grading system, who is our hero, blah, blah, blah.<br />
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I hate talking about myself.<br />
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HATE HATE HATE it.<br />
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So having to come up with paragraph long responses in a foreign language is not my slice of pie.<br />
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I don't like pie, anyways.<br />
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