Thoughts

Lately I've been pretty annoyed with social tools and devices. Things such as facebook, twitter, instagram, pinterest, even blogger. It's all so selfish.  I'll admit this now. I'm being a bit of a hypocrite as I have a username and password to all named social mediums. I don't know though. It's just irritating to see so much me me me me posted everywhere. Pictures of yourself, posts for sympathy, pins of things that you want, status updates all intended to see how many "likes" and comments you can get. Is most of the population so insecure about themselves that they need to publicize everything in their life in order to attain attention? Is nothing sacred anymore? Nothing left to mystery?

As I say this, I do realize that these things are all used for good as well though. I just feel that it is being abused and has also created unneeded competition and wasted time. I say this from experience in wasted time and wanting notifications. Like anybody else, I enjoy seeing pictures of friends and their vacations, support groups, humorous posts/pictures, having people "like" my posts, seeing my page views go up. It's fun to see that people are interested in you. But to some extent, it's all fake and superficial. And it's disheartening to see. I can't really put that feeling into words at the moment so interpret it as you will.

Why don't we spend the time doing something worthwhile? Like going the extra mile in school. Or going for a run, planting a garden, folding some clothes, making a nutritious meal, calling an old friend, serving somebody else. Simply focusing on somebody other than yourself.

Once again, I'm being a hypocrite here as I sit at my desk and write this instead of doing some readings for my class. But I had to get these thoughts written out before I let them loose on some innocent bystander such as my roommate or her boyfriend.

Anyway, how about those Olympics? A truly joyful thing to witness. It's a dream of mine to see the Olympics in person. Hopefully one day it will happen. At the moment, my twelve inch laptop screen will have to do. 

Blue skies are coming, but I know that it's hard -- Noah and the Whale

As of late,  this song has been my escape: Blue Skies by Noah and the Whale

Just listen to it. I know you'll love it. 

"Feet, what do I need you for when I have wings to fly?" -- Frida Kahlo

Oddly enough, tonight's post mostly includes feet. Don't be alarmed, it's not really about feet exactly, more so about things that have to do with feet...I guess you'll just have to read to find out.
For my title, I simply googled feet quotes and found one I liked. I feel like this might be a trend I continue. I chose this quote because I love the idea of flying. It's one thing I immensely wish I could do, it always makes me think about that scene in Ever After when Drew Barrymore is on a cliff and the Prince asks her if there is anything that she couldn't do and she responds, "fly." Strange I know, but I can't explain the inner-workings of my mind.
Also, I enjoy Frida Kahlo, she may have had a sad life, but she was an interesting lady with many interesting paintings and stories. Anyway, enjoy the post! It's basically about a few of the things that I love and the things that make me, me.

Here We Go

Well everybody, or nobody, I don't think many will be reading this. But that's okay, this blog is more for me than anybody else and if you want to read and comment, the more the merrier! I'm not sure why I created this blog, maybe to keep me focused, or simply an output for thoughts and emotions. Either way, I'm excited.  This is something I'm doing for myself (and for others if you find you enjoy it (: ) Might as well hop on the bandwagon.
So, here it goes. Let's just start with a little bit about me I guess:
I was born in Las Vegas, Nevada and was raised in Logandale, Nevada. My family moved to Riverton, Utah about six years ago and it is now the place I call home. I currently live in Provo, Utah, where I am attending Brigham Young University. My major still remains to be decided so don't ask. All I know is that I want to help people and maybe make a difference (cliche, I know). May this be through art, culture, or therapy, it has yet been made known to me.
In all truthfulness, I started this blog when I am actually supposed to be writing a paper for my Marriage and Family Life class, college life at its finest, I know. So, while I would love to be pouring out my thoughts and life to you at this moment, I actually need to be writing on essential attributes I wish  to find in a future spouse. Wish me luck! I will be back. And the future content of this blog will be much more substantial I hope.
One more thing to end with: "To love another person is to see the face of God" -Les Miserables. I have been quite obsessed with this musical as of late and this quote has stood out significantly to me. Take whatever meaning you need from it. It simply reminded me to find reasons to love those who surround you and even those who don't, whether they deserve it or not. And other things but I have never been the best at expressing my thoughts so that will have to do!