Lately I have been thinking a lot about the past. The things in the past that if I could I would go back and change. Things I've said, things I have done, etc. Like back during the last semester of high school (especially the week of Prom) there are many things I would change.
I often wonder what my life would be like if I hadn't said some certain things or done certain things. Would I be happier or would things be even more difficult?
I am very thankful for all those who have stuck with me even when I have said/done something not very smart or very hurtful.
My family both immediate and extended have taken a lot of gruff from me but are still by my side. For example my saint of a mother. I have said and done a lot of things that have hurt her but I know she is still on my side. I know she loves me no matter what I do or say.
I want to apologize to everyone that I might have said something mean or hurtful or done something mean to. I am truly, truly sorry. I am not going to make any excuses for doing or saying what I did because there are none. I hope some way, if you haven't already, find some way to forgive me for what I said or did.
I also have been thinking about what happened last week in Newtown Connecticut. I am absolutely sorry for those who were affected by it. All of those individuals who were killed were not old enough to die yet, especially those children. I have a nephew around the same age and I cannot imagine life without him or what I would have done if he was one of the victims. My world probably would be shattered.
I was more hurt when I found out that the gunman had Asperger's like me. It makes me not so proud anymore to say that I have Asperger's. This is probably because I am worried that people will think that everyone with Asperger's is a serial killer. THIS IS NOT TRUE!!!!! Just because one person who has a disorder/syndrome does something doesn't me everyone else who has that disorder/syndrome will do the same thing.
Everyone is "wired" differently. It is like saying that two people who wear glasses will do the exact same things. We all adapt differently.
Okay I'll get of my soap box now.
I hope all is well with you and all those around you. Remember to tell those that are dear to you that you care about them. You never know, it could be the last time you see them or speak to them again. Cherish every minute you have with your loved ones.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
UPDATE!!!
So I realized earlier today as I was reading my sisters blog that I haven't written on my blog for a while..... So I thought I might as well.
In August I started taking classes again at UVU. I am taking a institute class (a religious class) on Repentance and Forgiveness by a family friend and I am also taking Essentials of Life-span Development. Both of my classes are amazing. In my Life-span development class I am learning a lot about myself and what other people are like and how they think. It is very interesting. I will admit though that my institute class is my favorite class. Not only is it spiritually uplifting but there are a lot of cute guys in it too and most of them are returned missionaries (I say most because I'm not sure about a couple.) I also end up laughing a lot (even though I try to keep it quiet and only before it starts)(and it is all because of one of the cute guys who is hilarious) so it isn't techniquely my fault.
A little while ago my family put on a yard-sale to raise some money to help my sister and brother-in-law who are trying to adopt. I was amazed at all the things people donated. I was also amazed to hear that people would just come and donate money and not buy anything. It helped me realize that there are still amazing people out there who will help out when it is needed.
My younger brother (I can't call him my little brother anymore since he has become taller than me now) proved that he is worthy of respect by what he did just the other day. While competing to be named region champ in cross-country he made sure that the guy who beat him was not disqualified (since the kid didn't stay on route on the last turn) just so that the kid could still go to state. Even though he could have let the kid be disqualified which would move him up to be region champ he chose to let the kid stay qualified. That just shows what kind of character he has.
I have started mentoring (I guess that is what you could call it) a girl who is 13 and has Asperger's Syndrome and who has been through a lot of difficult things in her life. I am having a blast doing it. She is so smart when she puts her mind to something. She reminds me a lot of me though. Some of the things she has troubles with I do or did too (like turning in homework on time, keeping things organized, etc.).
In my Life-span development class there also is a mother of a 14 year old girl who has Asperger's Syndrome. I have tried to help her with trying to understand how her daughter thinks.
Other than that everything is still the same. Roxie (my pug and bestest friend) is still alive and doing great (from what I know).
Like always if you have any questions just let me know.
In August I started taking classes again at UVU. I am taking a institute class (a religious class) on Repentance and Forgiveness by a family friend and I am also taking Essentials of Life-span Development. Both of my classes are amazing. In my Life-span development class I am learning a lot about myself and what other people are like and how they think. It is very interesting. I will admit though that my institute class is my favorite class. Not only is it spiritually uplifting but there are a lot of cute guys in it too and most of them are returned missionaries (I say most because I'm not sure about a couple.) I also end up laughing a lot (even though I try to keep it quiet and only before it starts)(and it is all because of one of the cute guys who is hilarious) so it isn't techniquely my fault.
A little while ago my family put on a yard-sale to raise some money to help my sister and brother-in-law who are trying to adopt. I was amazed at all the things people donated. I was also amazed to hear that people would just come and donate money and not buy anything. It helped me realize that there are still amazing people out there who will help out when it is needed.
My younger brother (I can't call him my little brother anymore since he has become taller than me now) proved that he is worthy of respect by what he did just the other day. While competing to be named region champ in cross-country he made sure that the guy who beat him was not disqualified (since the kid didn't stay on route on the last turn) just so that the kid could still go to state. Even though he could have let the kid be disqualified which would move him up to be region champ he chose to let the kid stay qualified. That just shows what kind of character he has.
I have started mentoring (I guess that is what you could call it) a girl who is 13 and has Asperger's Syndrome and who has been through a lot of difficult things in her life. I am having a blast doing it. She is so smart when she puts her mind to something. She reminds me a lot of me though. Some of the things she has troubles with I do or did too (like turning in homework on time, keeping things organized, etc.).
In my Life-span development class there also is a mother of a 14 year old girl who has Asperger's Syndrome. I have tried to help her with trying to understand how her daughter thinks.
Other than that everything is still the same. Roxie (my pug and bestest friend) is still alive and doing great (from what I know).
Like always if you have any questions just let me know.
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
In loo of memorial day I write the following:
I have been reading a book about the Revolutionary war and am in shock of what the men did. It also hit me that now a days people are against this country. Those who live here do not appreciate what the men and women did. It was said that before being hung by the British for spying a Nathan Hale said that he wished he had more than one life to give for his country. Even when he had the choice to save his life by going to the other side he chose to stay on the side that he would be killed for. How many of us would do that for our country today? There are thousands of men and women who have freely gave their lives to the cause of freedom and for our country. It surprises me to think that some people won't stand alongside the nation that so many people have given their lives for.
I understand that people aren't happy that we are in Iraq and Afghanistan because supposedly it is none of our business. Have you forgotten about September 11th, 2001? I know I haven't. I still remember watching on the TV in my parent's bedroom the first airplane run into the world trade center. I was only in fifth grade when it happened yet I remember how I felt. I felt hopeless. The world that I knew tumbled to the ground with the buildings. The country that I thought was the strongest was now under attack. I no longer felt safe.
I am grateful for all the men and women who constantly put their lives on the line to protect me. I now have 2 family members who are in the armed forces. I also have a long line of men in my family who have served their country. I am proud of all of them to say the least.
It bothers me when I hear people talking about how we should only worry about our own affairs and pull out. Did 9/11 not make it our business? Do all the lives lost not mean a thing? All the motherless or fatherless children? Those who have lost brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, uncles, aunts, cousins, friends? Do they not make it our business? Just wondering.....
I have been reading a book about the Revolutionary war and am in shock of what the men did. It also hit me that now a days people are against this country. Those who live here do not appreciate what the men and women did. It was said that before being hung by the British for spying a Nathan Hale said that he wished he had more than one life to give for his country. Even when he had the choice to save his life by going to the other side he chose to stay on the side that he would be killed for. How many of us would do that for our country today? There are thousands of men and women who have freely gave their lives to the cause of freedom and for our country. It surprises me to think that some people won't stand alongside the nation that so many people have given their lives for.
I understand that people aren't happy that we are in Iraq and Afghanistan because supposedly it is none of our business. Have you forgotten about September 11th, 2001? I know I haven't. I still remember watching on the TV in my parent's bedroom the first airplane run into the world trade center. I was only in fifth grade when it happened yet I remember how I felt. I felt hopeless. The world that I knew tumbled to the ground with the buildings. The country that I thought was the strongest was now under attack. I no longer felt safe.
I am grateful for all the men and women who constantly put their lives on the line to protect me. I now have 2 family members who are in the armed forces. I also have a long line of men in my family who have served their country. I am proud of all of them to say the least.
It bothers me when I hear people talking about how we should only worry about our own affairs and pull out. Did 9/11 not make it our business? Do all the lives lost not mean a thing? All the motherless or fatherless children? Those who have lost brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, uncles, aunts, cousins, friends? Do they not make it our business? Just wondering.....
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Dear Blog readers;
I need your help again. Please go visit my sisters blog and invite everyone you know to also. My sister is SO amazing. She has been through a lot of trials yet she has staid strong to her beliefs. She is by far one of the strongest women I know. She is my hero. I remember when I was little how I decided that I wanted to grow up and be just like her. I still have that dream except to not be exactly like her. She is sooooooooo humble, caring, and gentle. She tends to take care of others before her self. She is the best mom I know (other than my mother of course). So please spread the word.
Sincerely,
Amie
P.S. Here is her blog prowsehouseadopts.blogspot.com
Here are some pictures from her blog:
Again please go to their blog and spread the word. Thank you.
I need your help again. Please go visit my sisters blog and invite everyone you know to also. My sister is SO amazing. She has been through a lot of trials yet she has staid strong to her beliefs. She is by far one of the strongest women I know. She is my hero. I remember when I was little how I decided that I wanted to grow up and be just like her. I still have that dream except to not be exactly like her. She is sooooooooo humble, caring, and gentle. She tends to take care of others before her self. She is the best mom I know (other than my mother of course). So please spread the word.
Sincerely,
Amie
P.S. Here is her blog prowsehouseadopts.blogspot.com
Here are some pictures from her blog:
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| My sister, my brother-in-law, and my nephew |
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| Here is another picture of them |
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| This is a more recent family picture. The thing that is so cute is that it shows exactly how they are and come on how cute is my little nephew. Oh and the bulldog is Lola. She was recently added into their family |
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| My nephew at his favorite place 5 guys burgers |
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| Him at the dentist |
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| My Brother-in-law is an amazing father also |
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| He is growing up way too fast. He just lost his first tooth. |
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| Him with one of his favorite blankets |
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| This shows how silly he is. I guess he was being "Knight Harper" and calling my sister "Your Highness" |
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| This just shows how inspirational she is |
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| My beautiful sister and hilarious nephew |
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| These two are sooooo in love and it is so cute to see them together |
Again please go to their blog and spread the word. Thank you.
Monday, May 14, 2012
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
March 2012
Dear Blog Readers;
I thought I would write you another letter letting you know a couple of things. The main one is about my sister. If you haven't heard my sister and brother-in-law are hoping to adopt and have asked those they know to spread the word. I have spread the word on facebook and I thought it was about time to spread it on my blog. If you would be willing to just go to the following website it would mean a lot to me. http://prowsehouseadopts.blogspot.com/ My sister is an amazing mother. She goes along with whatever her only child (my nephew) wants to do (as long as it is something they can do) (don't worry when she needs to stand up for something she does). She is the type of mother I hope someday I will be like. SHE IS AMAZING!!!! So please check the website out and spread the word.
Sincerely;
Amie
I thought I would write you another letter letting you know a couple of things. The main one is about my sister. If you haven't heard my sister and brother-in-law are hoping to adopt and have asked those they know to spread the word. I have spread the word on facebook and I thought it was about time to spread it on my blog. If you would be willing to just go to the following website it would mean a lot to me. http://prowsehouseadopts.blogspot.com/ My sister is an amazing mother. She goes along with whatever her only child (my nephew) wants to do (as long as it is something they can do) (don't worry when she needs to stand up for something she does). She is the type of mother I hope someday I will be like. SHE IS AMAZING!!!! So please check the website out and spread the word.
Sincerely;
Amie
Monday, January 9, 2012
School
Dear Blog readers;
Well the spring semester at UVU has just started so I thought I would let you know that I probably will not be posting anything for a while. Sorry.
Amie
Well the spring semester at UVU has just started so I thought I would let you know that I probably will not be posting anything for a while. Sorry.
Amie
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