California.. Day 4 (Last full day)

Well today was the last day in Lone Pine. (Last full day in California)

Right now we are headed to Valencia, California. (Where Six Flags Magic Mountain is located)

Today was a good last day in Lone Pine. We got to sleep in (yay!). After a shower, we headed out to the fair in the park and I got some jewelry and I bought my dad and I some "Tropical Shaved Ice". Yummy.

We watched the parade, which was rather uneventful.

Then we made a drive out to the Alabama Hills. Climbed around, took some pictures.. It was a good time.

We had a lunch at a restaurant where my dad used to work when he was in high school.
We left Lone Pine shortly after that and have been on the road ever since! (4 and 1/2 hours is a long drive)

"A girl doesn't need anyone who doesn't need her"
-Marilyn Monroe

California.. Day 3

Guess where I am right now? Never mind, you won't guess, so I'll just tell you.
I AM ON THE SET OF A MOVIE!!!
It is about 10 pm and I am sitting in the famous dirt of the Alabama Hills, just outside of Lone Pine, California.
  The movie is called Morgana, and even when its released you probably won't hear about it.
  It is so cool. Just being on the set is awesome. There is so much that goes into a movie that I don't even think about!
  This morning was an early one. We started the day right on one of Chris' tours of the 'Lone Ranger'. We got to go to famous sites where it was filmed, including the new one they are making with Johnny Depp!
  After the tour, my dad and I drove to Indepence, California where we visited Manzanar (a camp where the US put the Japanese after World War II began. It was really interesting and sad.
  We made it back just in time for a really cool stunt panel at the museum. Two stunt men talked about their days of stunting, especially back with the old Westerns. The things they did with no safety was amazing!! I decided I am going to write a short story about stunt men, or a specific stunt man.
  A big policy change was made with the Mormon church today. The age for missions were changed. Previously it was boys: 19 girls: 21. Now it is boys: 18 girls: 19!! Whoa. This was a really big deal.
  I facetimed Brooke and talked to Richie on the phone for a bit and then after dinner my dad headed out here!
Well, we got to watch them film and it was AMAZING! It was so freaking cool :)
They are probably gonna start filming soon and I pretty dang excited.

In other news, REAL (my soccer team) beat LA Galaxy 2:1 tonight :) OLAY OLAY OLAY REAL SALT LAKE!

California.. Day 2

Wow today was a long, but good day.

Reasons why today was awesome
1. We broke the "record" for most rides ridden in a day
Previous Record: 34
Record as of today: 62 rides ridden in a single day
  Why this is even more impressive: the park was only open 10:00-5:30.
2. I didn't throw up. Not once.
  Why this is impressive: I was really close. A lot of times. Nauseaed almost all day long.
3. We didn't have to worry about the car being towed, booted, or broken into unlike the previous day.
4. No waits. At all. Got to ride multiple rides, multiple times without even getting up.
5. Got a super cute picture with Snoopy AND he made a kissing noise before I walked away.
6. Rode the Stage Coach
7. Watched a funny Western Stunt Show, which bashed both Disneyland AND Six Flags
8. Didn't lose anything. And lip gloss ($7.50 a tube) is very easy to lose.
9. Opened up the Log Ride (one of my favorites) before closing so it was our last ride of the day.
  Why this is even more awesome: We didn't even get wet.
10. I watched a really cool Native American hoop dance
11. I got a really funny voicemail from Richie. It was really great. Said something to the effect of: "Hi Megan with Jacques and Associates. I haven't received a call back and that is not good customer service, ect." It was so great. So I called him back and we talked for a bit.
12. I made my mom's day with a text:My text: "DO NOT be jealous you aren't here at Knotts today. Its 11:30 (the park opened at 10) and we have ridden like 20 rides.. I am definitely throwing up at least once today. Stupid Henriksens... His competitive spirit is definitely coming out. I have almost thrown up like 6 times. Haven't yet. Yet.
 Her reply: "Hanging in there? Your text made my day:)"
14. This one is cool. As we were standing by the gate waiting for the park to open Knotts began to play the national anthem, as they do every morning. Early into the song, the music stopped. There was a moment of silence and then a man started singing where the song left off. Right after, people joined in--including me and my dad. More and more people joined in and when the song finished, we finished strong. It was a really powerful, patriotic moment. After we finished the song, there was a moment of quiet and then everyone applauded and cheered--and then we began pushing through the gates. It was a great way to start the day.
15. My dad and I had a really great day together.
  So, as you've read, it was a great day. My dad and I are currently driving to Lone Pine, California where he grew up for the Lone Pine Film Festival.
  Playing in college football tonight is Utah State University (YAY!!) and BYU (boo!). We are listening to the game on the drive and it is pretty intense. Both my dad and I really like our schools. REALLY like our schools. I am wearing my Utah State shirt (pictured below) and rooting hard for my Aggies. I LOVE my Utah State. BYU annoys me, both the school policies and the fans.. (Don't tell my dad I said that ;) )
My world won't be over if we lose, but it would make me REALLY REALLY REALLY HAPPY if we won. I'd even try not to gloat. I'd do my best, anyways.
The score: BYU (boo!): 6 Utah State (YAY!): 3
I BELIEVE THAT WE WILL WIN.
  Some BYU (boo!)/Utah State (YAY!) Tweets that made me smile:
"Hey #ProvoGirls don't get jealous when you see our Gorgeous #Aggie fans roll up. They will leave soon. With all your dignity. #BeatBYU"
(See FedEx/BYU pic) "Both of these logos have utilized negative space to more fully communicate their brand outlook. #BeatBYU" (If you don't get it, FedEx uses a sideways arrow (from the E to the X) the Y picture has an arrow pointing down. Therefore, BYU stinks. ;)</p>
....Still 6-3 :(
..... Utah State lost. 6-3. I don't want to talk about it. BYU (boo) still sucks. True story.
Anyways, on the upside, made it to Lone Pine. Played with three puppies. Told the story about finding my dog. Showed pictures of my dog, and then talked to Richie for 67 minutes :)
Great way to end the day!
Oh and your quote is an attached picture.. Enjoy!

California.. Day 1

Well today was Day #1 of the trip. It was pretty great.

It started off with a better-than-nothing breakfast of muffins and juice. We met up with Tom (employee at Disney) who let us in for FREE and my dad's work friend Ryan (nicknamed Melinni for who-knows-why).
We fast passed the new 'Cars' ride and played in California Adventures for awhile. (Tower of Tower, California Screaming, Toy Story Mania (I beat my dad.. He wasn't very happy) and Soaring Over California).
Disneyland soon called our name--mine more than anyone elses'. I LOVE DISNEYLAND. We went on Star Tours, the Buzz Ride (I beat my dad AGAIN!), Pirates of the Caribbean, and then we actually stopped for food! (Kind of a big deal) And yeah, it was delicious. Thanks for asking

We had to rush the end of lunch a little bit to make it to the new ride. It was ok.. A lot over hyped I think. We got Dole floats (delicious Dole pineapple ice cream floating in pineapple juice. Its absolutely incredible. Dad kind of rolled his eyes about stopping, but ended up buying for all three of us! The night concluded with World of Color, an amazing light/water/movie/music. And it was my dad's Birthday. Happy Birthday to him. Falling asleep now. Nighty night.

California Trip Day 1/2

Today was a busy, busy day.
My dad and I are going to California today! And we lot to do before we left.
We did about 3 worth of fliers for the Murdock Canal.
We took a deserved lunch at Wendys and then I (finally) mailed Richie's package.
Then came the worst part of my day.. Cleaning out my car. My car is named Carlos. This is for 3 reasons
1. Carlos is a baby in Hangover (my favorite movie) 2. Carlos is (was) kind of a beaner (Mexican) car and Carlos is kind of a beaner name. 3. Carlos. CAR-los. Get it?!?! :) 4. My best friend is named Charlie and supposedly Charlie and Carlos are alike in Spanish. (Supposedly. That one is kind of a stretch.) I was so sad to see my baby go. He blew a head gasket sometime in July and I was told it would be $1,000 to fix. He is worth maybe $1,200. So sad :( I cried when I found out he was broken beyond repair--or at least reasonably priced repair. He is being sold on Friday for $175 dollars. In my opinion, he is worth $1,000,000,000.

So now begins the search for a new car. I will be paying for it all myself, so I will be taking out a loan. Bleh. But I am really excited about it being all mine! It's a little conceited, but I want a really sporty, really cute, new, nice car. I want it to last a long time and be a car that I absolutely love. I am going to really take care of it and love it.

Currently sitting at the airport, blogging, and watching Netflix. Everyone else is watching the First Presidential Debate. Flying into LA tonight, going to Disneyland tomorrow! I can't wait!

Also, got my pilot pin on :)

Once we got to the hotel I was a little hungry (hadn't eaten anything but lunch) so my dad and I drove all the way around town looking for a place to eat. Its a big deal for him. It was a gesture that really meant a lot. We found a Dennys and it was so good. Totally hit the spot. I went to bed with a full tummy! "Love yourself first and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world." -Lucille Ball

Happy Hour and Country Dancing that didn't Happen

Yesterday was Tuesday. Tuesdays are alright.
I worked. And worked. And worked some more. When I picked up my brother from school we went to Happy Hour! Love it! (Happy Hour at Sonic is 1/2 price drinks from 2-4. Very Happy indeed.)

We celebrated my dad's Birthday since on his actually Birthday we will be in Disneyland!!

I got a text from a friend named Mike asking if I wanted to go country dancing! Of course my answer was yes! Then his friends bailed so we got frozen yogurt instead.. Kind of a lame substitute, if you ask me.

Me and my best friend Sabrina talked for a couple hours on the phone, and then I spent some time petting my very old pet cat, Addie. (short for Atticus) And when I say old, I mean old. He is like 16-17 years old!

"Cuz it's time for you to shine
Brighter than a shooting star, so shine no matter where you are."
-Owl City

School Carnival Service Projects and Such

Hello Blog,
Today was rather uneventful, although I got a lot done.
Including take some random pictures of myself.

The main event was a school carnival. My little brother Danny is in 8th grade. His school had a carnival tonight and desperately needed volunteers, so I asked my ward if they would help out. Surprisingly, many of them agreed.
I spent most of the night at the "Hair spraying" section.
I dyed kids' hair up to three colors, for two tickets.
It was actually a blast! I felt a little high after 2+ hours of color dye fumes, but I loved interacting with those kids.

Also, some big news with a boy named Lucas. He sent me a song he wanted me to hear, before anyone else. It was kind of about me.
Here is the link to the song: http://soundcloud.com/lucas-mitchell-6/not-what-we-wanted

"so lets be honest, this isn't what we wanted, I won't let it get that far,
I know you're hurting you gotta trust me, and let me do my thing.

I know you're nineteen and I am twenty-three, There are 603 miles between us,
I know a lot of things, Im pretty smart but you make me stupid, for you.

so lets be honest, this isn't what we wanted, I won't let it get that far,
I know you're hurting you gotta trust me, and let me do my thing.

I know my heads big, I have an ego, and I can never be wrong,
I know you're young naive and crazy, but I am crazy too, we can make it work if you want too.

so lets be honest, this isn't what we wanted, I won't let it get that far,
I know you're hurting you gotta trust me, and let me do my thing.

I don't know where my heads been, lately I feel, Im losing my touch. Ive never been one to have my priorities, mixed up.
I gotta remember its not me first, but us, and anything else, is only second best.

so lets be honest, this isn't what we wanted, I won't let it get that far,
I know you're hurting you gotta trust me, and let me do my thing."

Kind of flattering. Very specific. Really Sweet. But he is in Vegas, and I am here. *603 miles away*

Currently Skyping a cute Canadian named Lane (:

Oh and by the way, peaches and water is the best late night snack. :)

Almost forgot the quote again! Here it is:

"My life is a fairy tale. But it's because I choose to make it one. It's very simple: You make up your mind about what kind of life you want to live. I choose to live in a fairy tale"

-Christian Louboutin