Apologies for my gender.

In Taylors Swifts new Album "RED",  Taylor has an amazing new song called " Trouble " You can probably already guess  what this song is going to be talking about, but if you don't  have any idea; let me explain. This is the type of song that  I usually associate with ex boyfriends, Provo all-stars, and just the typical boy that has hurt me in some way. This song is dedicated to the boys who were trouble the moment they walked into my life, and the infidels who made  some sort of drama for me, or for  my friends. 

Let me be completely and utterly honest when I tell you that when  I listen to this song and scream the words "TROUBLE, TROUBLE, TROUBLE", I completely let my inner feminist out, and convince myself that all men suck. Today, however, I want to tell you that its not all boys fault( well, not all the time), ITS THE GIRLS FAULT TOO. 

 So today, I dedicate this post to my new friend Brock, and for his words of wisdom, and apologies - for his gender. Because of him, I wanted to publicly apologize for all of the stupid things that my gender has done, and continues to do daily. 

Here we go.

I want to apologize for the girls who have, and continue to blow off nice boys. The nice boys who plan meaningful, fun, good  dates - but then receive a text messaging 15 minutes prior to the date saying " I'm sorry, I'm sick,- I have to cancel" Or " They called me into work, sorry."  We all know its a lie, and I'm sorry you have to deal with it. 

 I apologize for the girls who text, act snooty, or flirt with other boys while on a date with YOU. 

 Or the ones who can't carry on a conversation about something more meaningful than retail therapy, celebrities, or their current obsession with eyelash extensions. 

I apologize for the girls who don't have ambition worth beans. The ones who have never had a job, nor will they ever have a job. The ones who don't  try to make themselves better, or gain any type of education, skill or meaning; or who play "dumb" because they think its cute. 

I apologize for the girls who only talk about themselves. About their hair, their clothes, their friends, their problems or better yet, their EX'S- and never talk about you. 

I apologize for the girls who don't say thank you. The ones who don't appreciate the boy who opens the door for them, who buys them dinner, gives them a sincere compliment, or who just listens. 

I apologize for the girls who expect you to take care of them. Who have no independence, and needs a dad more than a boyfriend. 

I apologize for the ladies who treat themselves like a slut, and who don't value themselves. The girls who take pictures of their body parts and send them to everyone, the girls who wear risque clothing on a daily basis and accepts the fact that she will never get anything better than a boy who has no education, passions, or value - because she doesn't believe she can get better.

I apologize for the CRAZY women out there. The ones who are insanely jealous, self righteous, demanding, bossy or who nag you to death, and make you feel like its all your FAULT( all the time).  

I apologize for the girls who don't say I'm sorry when they are  wrong. 

For the girls who make you feel un-masculine and who put you down with a sarcastic tone every time. 

Or for the girls who are simply unkind, rude, and tactless. 

For the girls who only want you for your money, good looks or anything else she finds valuable, and uses you like a piece of meat. 

The ones that break up with you over text, and hooks up with your friend/ or another boy just days after she broke your heart and shamelessly  puts it all over Facebook. 

And last but not least... 

I apologize for the girls who make it harder for you to be a good moral guy, a girl that tempts you to walk on the wild side, and teaches you to  treat religion like its a joke. I'm sorry for the girls who try to reel you in with Sex, and make light of families and morality.  The girls who don't know what it takes to be good, even if it hit them in the head with a stick. The ones who make you change... and I'm not talking about in a good way.

Boys, don't put up with this kind of behavior. In all reality, this is girl behavior not women behavior.  A good women wouldn't treat you that way. So aim higher, and I promise you'll find the Golden ticket to happiness. A good person who is respectful of you- your relationship- and her relationship with God. 

 Isn't that what you want? 

Until later... xoxo Amanda. :)

I'm one happy girl. :)

"She had a lively playful disposition which delighted in anything ridiculous." ;)

I decided to change my blog name.

Let me tell you why..

I am ONE HAPPY GIRL.
I choose to be happy everyday.
This doesn't mean that I'm exempt from pain and sorrow and confusion. But, I try to live life knowing that everything happens for a reason. I have my agency, and I can decide how I want to feel everyday, and with that I choose to be JOYFUL, OPTIMISTIC, and just plain HAPPY.  I am so blessed.

With knowing that, I want to tell you some of the things that make me so happy.
Its the little things..
For instance, those lovely days when you wake up 20 minutes before class, and still make it on time. When you watch episode after episode of "I love Lucy" with your roommate and laugh till your stomach hurts. Those moments when you get excited to go to work, just because you know that you'll see that one person who makes you feel so good inside. The moments when you are stressed and overwhelmed but then you hear a song that brings pleasant memories and softens your heart.  My favorite things in life are those that are small. Small notes, a nice compliment and the a nice little treat or getting a good score on the test that you thought you failed. hahha.  Those things make life so beautiful. Going to a bookstore and staying there for hours.
Finding a quote that inspires you to be a better person.
Running into a old friend
Staying in bed and writing in your journal

There are so many little blessings that happen everyday. Once you start finding them, you'll find more - I promise.
- Till later. Amanda xoxo

Got Friends?

Hello again! I know I haven't been writing alot lately, but I've had so many wonderful inspirations these last few days.  Of course I always get my inspiration while sitting in my car - driving to work, and then by the time I get to work, I forget all of my wonderful thoughts and inspirations; However, today is different. I remember everything that I wanted to say to all of you.

I want to give a shout out to all of my wonderful friends out there. 

I believe that every person you meet comes in to your life for a reason, I believe God is so aware of who comes into our lives, but its our agency on how we act towards that person, and what we learn from that them.

I know that I most definitely wouldn't be the same person if I hadn't moved to Elk Ridge, Utah 13 years ago, so thanks for you example. 

You know, I can't name all of my best friends, because I consider so many of you some of my best friends, but I want to take a moment and point out some of the things that I have learned from some of my very best friends..

Boys:  I have learned how you should talk, treat and respect a daughter of God. Because of you, I now know what I want in a future husband. Because of you I know that their are good guys out there, who love the Lord and treat others kindly and honor their Priesthood. I also know that if I called you because a boy broke my heart, or I had a flat tire- that you would come out and rescue me. You have no idea, the respect I have for you boys.  So thanks for always being so fantastic. I don't think you understand how much love I have for you boys. So thank you, thank you, thank you. :)

Ladies: Oh goodness. Let just  go down the list. Thank you for checking up on me, sending me scriptures every night, and reminding me that modest is the hottest. 

Even though at times I was annoyed  by your so called " judging ways", I don't know who I would be without them.  True friends care, and tell you when your not being your best self, and where you can most definitely  make improvements. True friends will always have your back, and pick you up when your low. I can't write down every little experience on my blog that my girls have helped me with, but know that most of them are noted in my journal- everything from holding my hair bag when I barfed on a plane to  just calling me to see if I got home safely.  I promise you, the little things make all the difference, and I'm so very grateful for all of you. So thank you lovelies. :)

My family has also been fantastic friends to me. They give me great scenarios, eat, cook and read scriptures with me. They are truly a light, and they make my life so much brighter because of their great influences. Family is forever, and I'm so glad I've got the greatest family around. Every unique personality makes my life that much more wonderful. I love them with all my heart. 

Remember, your friends are always watching what you say and how you act. The better you act and speak, the better friends you'll have- and the more people  you be able to influence for good. 

Your attitude can either be a light to others or make them feel more dark. So think twice on how you want to be remembered, because its not always easy to erase your bad first impression for a good one. 

Be a good friend to others. Life will be better, and I promise life will be easier. :) 

Until later. XOXO. -A