Some people ask "why", I ask "why not"

Sometimes I do some pretty stupid things.

Yesterday after work I decided to go shopping. I was at the mall in the dressing room, and I noticed something really embarrassing. Not only was my shirt on inside out but on backwards too! I had spend the entire day like that! Ugh. There aren't any tags on the shirt and it was black, so I don't think it was super noticeable. I'm just embarrassed I would do something so dumb! I have also been known to go to the pool with my swimsuit on inside out. I'm an idiot. Luckily I can take comfort in knowing I am not the only one that suffers from this syndrome. I always knew I liked Luke from Modern Family

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Ever heard of using a safety pin to separate your eyelashes after putting on mascara? Seventeen magazine taught me that trick, so did Julia Roberts in Charlie Wilson's War. Any idiot knows this is an accident waiting to happen. Except for me. That accident happened this morning. As someone who is easily startled, I am surprised this is the first time it happened (Though I did burn my eyeball with a curling iron once). I am now suffering from a corneal abrasion in my left eye, poor vision, and tear stained cheeks. Lesson learned.

Sometimes I do some pretty awesome things though.

For example, at said mall last night I went into my favorite store, Banana Republic. Not only were all their sale items an additional 40% off, but they had a coupon they were giving every for an additional 25% off your entire purchase. (The sale is going through the weekend) I did the math and I got $470 worth of clothing for $40. Go me!

My Breakdown:

• 1 pair of work pants: Originally $90. Me: $13
• 2 silk skirts: Original: $80 Me: 3.11 each
• 1 striped skirt: Original: $80 Me: $8
• 1 work blouse: Original: $80 Me: $8
• 1 tank: Original: $60 Me: $5
  

You're a wizard, Harry

I came across this video while working today and it made me so excited for the last Harry Potter movie I almost started crying.

As an avid movie crier, I have no doubt that I will be crying through half of the last movie - partly because of the movie and partly because I will be sad to see the series coming completely to an end. Harry Potter has been in my life since middle school. I will miss it so much! I will be sure to be wear my waterproof mascara because there are few things worse than starting to cry and then crying even more because your mascara is stinging your eyes so badly. The next thing you know, your own friends are avoiding you because you look like a circus freak. It's a lose lose situation.

Unfortunately, I will not be attending the midnight premiere because my old age will not allow it. I will sleep through the movie and work the next day if I stay up that late. Just not worth it. Hopefully people will not judge me for dressing up as Ginny Weasley a few days later. Even though I am decrepit, I still like to have a little bit of fun.

Lastly, I think Emma Watson is one of the most stunning women in Hollywood today. Though raised in constant spotlight she has maintained her dignity, is graceful, and values education even though she is wealthier now then I will ever be. Go her.

"I find the whole concept of being ‘sexy’ embarrassing and confusing. If I do an interview with photographs people desperately want to change me - dye my hair blonder, pluck my eyebrows, give me a fringe. Then there’s the choice of clothes. I know everyone wants a picture of me in a mini-skirt. But that’s not me. I feel uncomfortable. I’d never go out in a mini-skirt. It’s nothing to do with protecting the Hermione image. I wouldn’t do that. Personally, I don’t actually think it’s even that sexy. What’s sexy about saying, ‘I’m here with my boobs out and a short skirt, have a look at everything I’ve got?’ My idea of sexy is that less is more. The less you reveal the more people can wonder. - Emma Watson

I am in Missouri

Last year, my family started a tradition where we all get together for a small vacation over 4th of July weekend and spend some quality time together. This year, we went to Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri for a few days and had a blast together boating, eating, swimming hiking and sweating. We sure missed Erin though, but she will be there next year!

My Dad got us some Benne Family Reunion t-shirts. In true Benne fashion, of couse they had a helicopter on them and were from Boeing. Look for this stunner on your next Benne Family Christmas card, and for now excuse Beth for looking stoned. It wasn't her fault.

Although some of the family liked water-skiing, I preferred to stay safe on the "Doughnut of Death." I could actually stay on while being flopped around like crazy. My screams were probably heard around the lake while I was on that thing. I apologize for any hearing loss Allison may have sustained.

One time in my life, I claimed to a friend that I was adopted. I thought he knew I was joking, but he believed me for many months. Of course he would believe me because I am the pale short redhead in my family. Be some miracle I look taller than Beth in this picture even though she is a few inches taller than me. And Jon? He looks like he is straight from Africa.

Proof that Missouri is actually gorgeous and not "Misery." (Please see blog posts title)

When buying a new mattress yesterday, my new dear friend Tom Smith told us that we sweat about a pint a night (Personal note: Start changing sheets nightly). After going on a small hike in 106 degree weather and 100% humidity, I think I did all the sweating I need to do in my lifetime. Bonus points if you can find all 106 drops of sweat in the hideous photo below.

Darling, I wish you were here

A hard thing about a college town like Provo is that friends come and go so quickly. If they aren't getting married, then they are graduating and moving away. A hard thing about me is that I get attached to people quickly. Strongly attached. I suppose this can be good and bad. I have few good friends, but the friends I have I am fiercely loyal to. My brother is the only family I have in 1,000 miles, so my friends become my local family. My support when I am up and when down, my peace of mind, and the answers to my prayers.

So when a good friend moves away, I struggle, and miss them much more than I probably should. I wish I could stay in contact with all my friends that have gotten married and/or moved away, but as more leave, the harder it is. Such is life.

What I am listening to right now: Arms by Christina Perri
What show I am obsessed with right now: MasterChef