My Family

My familiy is pretty unique. We're definitely not the standard Mormon cookie-cutter family. And even though some family members stress me out beyond belief sometimes....I like them. I enjoy being with my family. They make me happy.

This last weekend I flew down to Las Vegas to have a girls weekend with my sisters and stepmother. Turns out they're pretty amazing women. Okay I actually knew that fact before this weekend. But I was reminded how amazing they truly are. I'm proud to be their sister and daughter. It was nice to take a break from my school work to just play and do girl stuff & talk girl chat. I've decided that it's very healthy for girls to just take a break from men and get together every once in awhile. Girls just understand each other on a different level.

I also got to see my Dad and brothers for a short time. I've been missing my dad a lot lately so to finally see him and get that much needed hug from him was so rewarding. There's something about a hug from your dad that makes everything seem okay. That even though he can't take your troubles or stress away, he can hold you in his arms and give you a sense of security. That's what I feel when my dad hugs me. I love his hugs. I love that even though I'm an adult and on my own, I can still cuddle up next to my dad on the couch like a little girl. I love that I'm still his cutie. And I love that I know he loves me without even having to say those words. I'm pretty lucky to have him as my dad.

The weekend with my family was short. Very short. And very little sleep was received. But it was so worth it. Because I got to be with some of my most favorite peopole. I'm grateful to have a family that loves me and supports me so much.

Not So Ideal

I've recently realized something and thought that I would share it. I am not the ideal graduate student. I'm okay with it too. I don't like research all that much; its rather boring. I don't like doing homework until all hours. I don't particularly enjoy having to spend all my time in the library. And I don't have an urging desire to publish my research paper.

It's a good thing I like to learn at least. And I think the end results will be worth it.

Thank goodness my program is only 2 years.