Tabernacle.

Before work, I met up with Mason and we went to Camille's for lunch. It was so yummy :)

I worked at River Road again today. I closed with Logan. We were almost done with everything when I looked through the window and saw Mason walking through the drive thru lane toward us. Hehe! I was going to pick him up when I got off, but he surprised me by walking over.

I ran outside and hugged him and then we drove to the Tabernacle together. Tasha was singing with the Madrigals in a Christmas concert. We went and sat by my parents, Kirsten and the boys, Morgan, and my Grandpa.

When it was over, we all went to Dairy Queen for onion rings and ice cream. Mmmmm. Oh but on the way there Mason wanted a donut so we stopped at Smith's and bought a package of them. Hahahaha.

Then I took Mason home. And went tanning on the way home :)

Bustle.

I babysat the boys for a bit this morning, and also got some last minute studying in for Humanities final. I went to take it and luckily I was only in there for an hour. It wasn't too bad, I think I did better than the midterm, but I'm still nervous to see what my grade is.

I went to one of Kirsten's friend's house with my mom and my cousin Morgan. We took my dress so she could figure out how to bustle my dress or whatever. Yay now I'll be able to dance in it!

I went tanning and dropped off an invite for my piano teacher at the college and got a drink.

Then I called and met up with Mason. He came with me to pick up my binder that I left in the Washington bank, then we went to Costco to get my tire looked at. Again. Gah.

We walked around for an hour and then we drove to his house and hung out a bit before I had to go home to babysit the kids at 7:00.

Bout Time.

I worked at River Road today. When I got off, I met Mason at the gym. He had already been there a while but then we worked out together a little. He made me go in the sauna and then in the steam room. It might be good for you but dang it's hard to stand that heavy hot air.

We then met a few of his friends to eat at this new place called "Bout Time" for one of their birthdays.

Then Mason took me home. He came inside for a bit to hang with my family and then he left.

Best snow day ever.

Today was soo awesome. Church was canceled. I'm not saying I don't like going to church, but this was the first day in a LONG time that I was able to wake up and have NOTHING to do all day, and same with Mason. I woke up to him walking in my room and lying down next to me. We cuddled for a while before going and eating scones for breakfast. We then went outside in the backyard to play with my nephews and attempt to build a snowman. Mason and I threw snowballs over the wall at cars as they drove by. Haha. We had a good time.

Then, Mason and I went for a walk around the neighborhood in the snowy streets. We went to the park and played on the swings.

We then went home and watched Home Alone with Des, John, and Tasha. And then we had a delicious dinner with everyone. It was such a wonderful day.

So much snow.

I worked at the River Road branch today. It was my first time working at the bank on a Saturday and it was awesome. Only the drive thru is open, and there are only two of us, so I got to just sit all day and talk to Annie. It was awesome.

It was cool watching the first part of the snow fall, going from tiny specks into huge snowflakes. Annie was not excited about it haha. It snowed alllll day and then at night too.

After work I went with Mason to look at an apartment for rent. It was so perfect and cute and perfect. I really hope we can live there.

I then went tanning and home for a bit before my next job. I went to CaptionCall for the evening.

That's when the snow started to really fill up the roads. And St. George has no snow plows really. So people were sliding everywhere and I was scared to drive once I got off work. I was supposed to hang out with Melinda since it was her birthday but we canceled because of the bad weather.

Mason picked me up in his truck so I wouldn't have to risk getting stuck or something. He then took me to my house and my mom said he could spend the night on the couch! It was fun. It wasn't long after we got there that we went to sleep, but it was fun tucking him in, knowing he was just down the hall.

Dancing with you.

Holy crap I can't believe I have forgotten to blog for a whole week. (Which I guess looks weird since I always date the posts back a few days so there is one for each day). Gah I hate when I do this because so much has happened and so many things about each day are incredible, but little details are easily forgotten if I don't write them down.

Okay so Friday. I worked at the Washington branch.

Mason came over afterward so we could practice dancing. It was really fun. He didn't stay long because he had to work early Saturday morning. But it was a really good night :)

Smash Burger.

I forgot to mention that last night I stayed up and finished my Humanities paper, and I was so glad I didn't have to worry about it today before it was due. I slept in, lounged around, made some cookies, then went to my last class of the semester.

After, I went to Mason's and he had some lunch for me. When I was done eating, we went to the gym together and had a good workout.

I went to work at CaptionCall for a measly three hours. When I got off, my parents asked me to meet them at a new burger place, The Habit, and to invite Mason. So I picked up Mason and then we found out The Habit doesn't open to the public til tomorrow. We went to Smash Burger instead and it was delicious.

I took Mason home, and I went inside for about 20 minutes. Just enough time to cuddle, read, and pray again. I sure do love the way he kisses me goodnight.

This is how every night should end.

This morning I went to sign up for the 24/7 tanning salon. My mom called me and told me she forgot something so I went home and then brought it to her work.

Then I went to Mason's so that we could play in the snow before I went to work. We had about 5-10 minutes to play in the park up the street from his house. It was perfect.

I stopped at Maverik on my way to the bank just around the corner from Mason's house. I got myself a nice 44 oz Dr. Pepper (don't judge) and as I went over a bump, the entire thing spilled all over the passenger's side floor of my car. And all over my Zions peak time binder and my headset from CaptionCall. I hurriedly scooped up the ice and as much soda as I could before I had to run inside to work. I texted Mason about it and how mad I was about it.

And you know what he did? He came to the bank, got my keys, then cleaned the seat and carpet with vinegar and baking soda. What a wonderful sweetheart.

After I got off, I went to Mason's again and we got ready to go to our last Institute class of the semester. It was nice.

And then we cuddled, and read the Book of Mormon, and prayed together.

Still kneeling on the floor, we hugged, and I cried as I often do because I was so happy. It definitely wasn't the first time we'd read the scriptures or prayed together, but he said, "This is how every night should end." I hope that's how our marriage will always be.

Hooded man.

I saw Mason for a few minutes before going to my classes today. After my second class, I got something to eat then went back to the school to get ready for my bio lab final. I finished the 100 question exam in less than 30 minutes.

Mason was meanwhile taking his own exam in the testing center, so I went alone to check out a couple apartments for rent. Afterward, I went to the Holland to start writing my paper. Mason called me as soon as he was done with his test so I started walking back out to my car as I talked on the phone with him so I could meet him somewhere. As I got into my car, someone walked up to the side of my driver door wearing a hood and it scared the crap out of me. Yeah, it was Mason. Geez. Haha.

We went to his place and had some fish sticks and hung out. And then I went home.

Springdale Branch.

So... last night, I was thinking I'd be working at the Washington branch this morning. But it turns out that Washington is branch 39 (I thought it was 38) and branch 38 happens to be... Springdale. So, I had to wake up early and get ready and drive clear to Springdale by 8:45. My mom is an angel and packed me a wonderful lunch. I worked there until 2:30 then headed back to St. George.

I stopped at Mason's house for about 10 minutes before going to CaptionCall. Then after that, I went back to his house for about an hour and we read scriptures together and stuff.

Relaxed.

Today was Mason's first Sunday in nearly a year not being Elder's Quorum President. I have to admit, it was nice having him be able to relax at church. We had some good meetings.

After church, we went to his house and ate some dinner and hung out for a bit. Then, we went to my parents' house and Mason ate some more food while I ate a couple cookies.

We watched most of Atlas Shrugged Pt II and then started the documentary but didn't finish it. My aunt and cousin and his friend came over so we went in the living room and visited with them. They had me get my guitar and play one of my songs for them - one of the love songs I wrote for Mason.

After they left, Mason and I gave each other back rubs. So relaxing and awesome. And then we cuddled and then he went home.

Santa's Workshop.

This morning I went with my parents to our neighbor's son's baptism. After that, we made a return at a store then went to our neighbor's house for lunch. It was fun! I sold three CDs for $10 each :)

I then went with my parents to Santa's Workshop and Tai Pan. I got some cool stuff!!

My parents dropped me off at Mason's. We hung out and made sandwiches and then he drove me to work!

Time Capsule.

I worked 9-5 today at the bank. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be for Black Friday. Aside from one crazy rush, the day was actually pretty slow. I even got to leave fifteen minutes early.

I came home and took a shower and started some laundry and got my set list ready for tonight. I relaxed a bit and then got dressed and left the house.

I got to George's around 7:30, and Mason got there soon after. My parents came within 20 minutes of that. Gordon got me all set up on the mics and stuff even though it took forever, and I started my show. I played for about 45 minutes and got $15 in tips! That's more than I make in an hour at either of my jobs so it was worth the play. (Thanks for the $5 dad haha). I also got a free meal, which I shared half of with my love.

My parents left, then Mason and I sat in my car in the parking lot for over an hour. He was going through the stuff in my time capsule and we were just talking after that. Oh yeah, forgot to mention. When I got home last night, I opened a big can that I sealed 10 years ago. My dad finally found it and I was stoked to open it. It was a Young Women's project I did when I was 12 that I was only allowed to open once I got engaged. Inside were things like my wedding colors I wanted back then, a picture of a wedding dress, a list of qualities I wanted to develop myself, a list of qualities I wanted in a future husband (Mason fits all of them perfectly), and a little card I wrote to my future husband, labeled "To You." Isn't that so cute?! It was fun to go through with him.

We parted ways and I came home and watched the second half of the movie "Enough" playing on TV with Tasha, and now I'm going to bed.

Happy Thanksgiving.

I got on Facebook this morning and saw that one of my friends and her husband are trying to sell their apartment contract, and so I told Mason. He texted them and we went to look at their place a little before noon. It was fun because it was our first time looking at a place together! It didn't even feel weird. But it's nuts.

So, then we went to his house and we got Thanksgiving "dinner" ready. It was just he and I and his parents eating together but it was a great meal. I providing stuffing, the easiest thing ever but my favorite essential Thanksgiving dish.

After eating, Mason and I watched some TV together. Soon, it was time for me to go to work. My three hour shift that I actually left an hour early. I was debating going to wait in line at Target but Mason told me he checked it out and it wasn't worth it. So, instead, I went to his house of course! We watched a finance video introduction together :)

He was going to go to bed early since he has to work at 2 a.m. tomorrow, but then his mission president messaged him and a few others saying that he was in town and wanted them to come visit where he was staying. So, we picked up his friend Josh and the three of us drove to Coral Canyon to visit his mission president and his family and some other missionaries in a nice condo that he developed.

"That tree was planted by your Love."

Another long and productive day so far!

I worked 8:45-5:10 and then I rushed home to change and eat something. I then drove to CaptionCall a little early cause Mason wanted to meet me in the parking lot like he does sometimes. It was our only chance to see each other today, and I think it's been almost three months that we've seen each other every single day. :)
So he was waiting on his motorcycle. We took it for a ride up on the old airport hill so he could show me some trees he planted for his Eagle Scout project and stuff. It was so good to see him.

Now I'm working here from 6-9. After this I'll probably go home and eat a lot and write some songs and workout and read and go to sleep.

:)

Autumn leaves.

Today rocked. I love long days. See? Getting up early with something to do is so much better than sleeping in and laying in bed til noon. As much as I love sleep and hate getting up early, I always feel better about my day when I do get up early and get going.

I woke up at 5:00 because I added a shift at CaptionCall this week for 6-noon. It went by pretty fast. I got gas at Smith's and then went to the Hope Chest. The last Tuesday of every month, (almost) everything is 50% off the already super low prices. My mom and I used to go on that Tuesday every month but I have forgotten and missed it for the past six months or so! But today I finally went! And I actually found some pretty good stuff for my future home :) pretty things.

On my way to my first class, I stopped at my dad's office and said hi for just a couple minutes. As I was leaving, Desi and John pulled up so I got to see them too.

Both of my classes were kind of boring today but it's okay. No lab!

So, I got done at 3:45 and I went to Mason's. We then drove to the middle of town and got out to walk around downtown St. George. We walked around a couple blocks near Main Street through the neighborhoods. I wanted to do it before Autumn is over and the leaves are gone. And it was beautiful and perfect. I should've taken pictures. Oh well.

We then went to Chuck-a-Rama for dinner. It was soo good and I got sooo full. Man, I better fit in my wedding dress a month from now... YEAH WE'RE ALMOST DOWN TO A MONTH PEOPLE. 38 DAYS.

After dinner, Mason asked if I wanted to go shopping anywhere. How nice of him to ask because I needed to go to Ulta to use my coupon and get some stuff before the 30th. So, he went with me to the beauty store and I picked up some things.

We went back to his house and cuddled a bit before it was time for me to leave. Goodnight Mason.

Drive thru.

There are pros and cons to sleeping in (duh). For me, if I have nowhere to be in the morning, I absolutely love that I get to lay in my bed as long as I want. But... I also don't like it because it makes me feel lazy. I know there are things I COULD be doing, like reading a book or cleaning my room or making things, but it's hard when I know I can just lay there and get away with it.

So obviously, today was one of many days when I didn't really do anything all morning.

I didn't work until 1:45. I worked at the Zions on River Road until 7:15. It was my first time ever closing at the bank, and also my first time working at one of the drive thru computers. I mean, I've helped drive thru customers tons of times but I'm always stationed at the lobby computers. It was a nice change. Working after the lobby closes is great because you can actually sit down, and you can talk about whatever you want with your coworker. The girl I closed with is Annie and I like her a lot. She's super cool and nice to me even though I did a lot of ditzy things today. Haha...

 and then I went straight to babe's house to help him with his school stuff. Yes I actually help... kinda.

I left after a couple hours and came home.

Released.

After work last night, I came home and Mason was waiting for me in front of my house. We went inside and watched Red Dawn together. It's a really good movie. And I had a really great day and night.

Today was Mason's last day as Elder's Quorum President. He was sad but he started to feel relieved. And I'm way excited cause now I get even more of his time! Woohoo! Well, a little bit. It'll be nice for him to have this break before we get married. Less than six weeks now!!

After church we went to his house and had a snack. Then, we started studying together for a couple of his economics quizzes. His parents came home and we all had dinner together. Then Mason and I relaxed for a bit before doing the second quiz.

Mason gave me a short but wonderful massage and then I came home!

My bridal shower!!

Today was sooooo fun. My mom's friends and our family and Mason's sister and my friends all came to my house to celebrate. Kelsey even came all the way from Orem with Tyler, Milo, and Winter (the dog). I'm really glad she and Melinda were there. It was a way fun shower and I got so many great presents! I'm a spoiled girl.

Eeeeeee I'm getting married in six weeks! I can't freakin wait.

When Kelsey and Tyler got to my house, Mason came over soon after (the bridal shower was ending kinda) and he took Tyler to go play basketball at the rec center. Cute huh. Our husbands (well, my future husband and her husband) are friends! Yay! And oh my gosh Milo is so cute. And Winter looked like a llama from where I could see her in the car. Hahaha.

People were almost all gone when Mason and Tyler came back. Kelsey and Tyler left to go to Kanab. Mason and I cuddled for a few minutes before he left to go see Catching Fire. Without me. Rude.

And now I'm at work. Yaaaaaaay.

Free salad.

Today I worked at the Zions on the Boulevard, the main branch. It wasn't so bad actually. I was working with a couple people who I know from my parents' neighborhood and stuff.

When I got off, I went home and changed and Mason came over shortly after to pick me up. We ate some pizza real quick with my family and then went to a wedding. It was funny because we thought we were just showing up in the middle of a reception, but we were actually an hour late to the actual ceremony. Except we weren't really late because the bride was an hour late and everyone was still waiting. I'm glad we didn't get there on time!

We drove back to my place so I could get ready for my show, when I got a message from Ryan asking where I was. I thought the show was at 9. It was at 8. Oops. So I raced to Jazzy's with Mason close behind me and got there at about 8:20. I played five songs, Mason left, then I watched Lyndy and Steve play their set by myself. I finally got my free salad, and also a free smoothie! It was awesome.

Mascara.

Today I had class and then I went home to eat and put on mascara because I freaking forgot to this morning. Sheesh. The last time I forgot to put on mascara was like 8th grade or something.

On my way to work, I ran to Smith's and picked up a Target giftcard.

After work, I went home. And then around 8:15 I went to Mason's so we could go to our friends' house at 8:30 and deliver the gift card. They just got married last week.