The Dress I Can't Ignore

Cant we have a prom at 21? This dress screams at me to make millions and dress like a princess daily. If for only a moment I find my path again it would be worth it.... well kinda... it is 400 big ones... $ching$ching$ching. Perhaps next time my love. For now, I will try to pick myself up on a free tone. Luke and I are struggling with dentist bills, full (not maxed) credit cards, and life in general. Looks like we might not make it to vegas this fall after all. :( I have been thinking a lot about getting a job that I can not give two shits about... got any ideas? I set out resumes again this morning for open Graphic Design positions. I was only able to find 4 on Craig's List... that is not normal. Perhaps it is a sign that I need to get my ass out there and make my billions elsewhere.

What Calls to My Stomach

Julianie's Awesome Sauce Alfredo:
1 pint Whipping Cream
8 oz fresh parmesan
to taste onion powder/garlic
Cooked noodles of choice (fettucini, rotini, farfalle)
Cooked chicken of choice (grilled, baked, fried)

In a medium sauce pan continuously stir whipping cream at a medium heat till simmering. Add 1/2 parmesan. Continue to stir. Add more parmesan till you get the consistency that you would like. Add onion powder/garlic to taste. Pour Alfredo over noodles. Slice chicken and place over noodles. For added look add a sprinkle of fresh parmesan over your finished project. And then Whallah! Amazing Alfredo! This recipe also reheats alright, it will separate a bit. Not intended for every night usage, you will definitely get fat from that. Also, it goes GREAT in Luke's pizza dough to make a Chicken-Artichoke-Alfredo-Pizza.

The Rhythm of My Heart

A common question is "what is your favorite song". I can honestly say that I have no idea. There are too many good ones. Thinking deeper into this usually obvious question I have found that I really enjoy songs that remind me of those that I love. For example, to this day I when I see Luke happy I swear that I can hear Dashboard in my head and I can be happy too. When I see a smile on my dad's face I swear that we could be on the boat listening to Brad Paisley or Shania Twain. When I see girls dancing about, I hear club music just like my bachelorette party. So, I guess that my answer is that I have a lot of "favorite" songs.

Greatness comes in Threes

Sometimes we need to take a step back and remember the great things that life throws our way. It definitely makes the hard things easier to pass by when you can see all the great! So, in the past month I have had my share of amazing things. I would like to share just 3 with you.

First of all, my family did not die. Now, this may seem odd to place on here... but, it fits. Luke and I have been spending a lot of time with my family when we could very well be much more needed with the Hardings. On the 13th of April, Jenae and Thames Harding got in a very awful accident. They have been recovering since then. They were not wearing their seat belts and were lucky to get away with their lives. So, yes the holy man/woman upstairs blessed us by not taking them away that day.

Secondly, Toki is still with us as well. We were able to put him on vitamins and he seems to be doing better. He now only has about 1 seizure a day, he is running around the house playing, and his tail speaks his happiness again.

Thirdly, my eyes are filled with love. Love for spring, love for Luke, love for life! yeah, yeah, rose colored glasses.... I know.

The Trio

When we were younger you could picture us bouncing about, tackling, pushing, and fighting wherever we were. I am so glad that I have the capability to still have these amazing friends in my life. Yes, we have been through our fair share of ups and downs. But, looking back at it all I would not take anything back.

Below is a High School writing of our everyday lives:

The Mansion

Everyday

Crashes and bangs are heard throughout the round end, of a long road

little heads peak over fence posts, guarding them from intruders

long sticks become perfect weapons in an epic battle to the death

Inside Territory

The surrounding area sounds of obnoxious 'System of a Down' lyrics sung at the top of little lungs

every abandoned shoe has its own property in which no one wishes to trespass

screams protrude deafeningly when the apposing army gains the lead

game controllers begin to advance through the air

just to come crashing down upon thick skulls

The Fight

Rivals group into pairs to debate the conclusion on the game

limbs tangle and fists fly

pushing and heaving, each attempts to gain top of the totem pole

The After Math

Bundles of bodies lay in heaps on every thinkable surface, to tired to stir

breathing comes heavy, as they lay face down

fruitless attempts to continue the fight build up the silent tension

Take It Outside

Wails erupt from flying silhouettes against the sunset

jump after jump, gaining air as they take off

a sudden renewed disagreement breaks out

every soul leaps to get in on the action

grass stains glide carelessly over dirty jeans

crash and bangs are heard throughout the round end, of a long road

The Gordon Clan (aka siblings)

This is a hard subject for me to write about. Not because situations are "hard", but because there is SO MUCH going on at any given moment. We are not Dramatic people. Although, we all have our separate families and are at different points in our lives. I guess I give you insight on how each has helped me in the last few months or where they are currently at.

Chy (not shown in the picture, deceased) I still have yet to forgive him.

Nathan and Robyn have given Luke and I a ton of really useful financial advice. They have been 'there' and done 'that'. I am really glad that we can talk to them openly about our wants and needs and get their honest opinions.

Corry and Kele are living with Joshua and Chloe's. She is going to school and helping around the house. Honestly, I don't know more than that. I know that not every day is great.

Joshua and Chloe, I over flowing with happiness whenever I see them. I just can't believe how strong Josh has been. I am so very proud of the things he has done recently.

Joel and Christina are always there to help me up and out of anything. I know I can count on them to be there. It sucks that I have had to rely on them so much lately. But, I am happy that they have been able to be there for me and us.

So, there is the immediate clan in a box... :D

The Tree from which I Fell

Together I feel that my parents have prepared me for everything that they could. I am one of the very very lucky ones, I had the pleasure and ability to grow up with a loving family. Even today we are all very close. We all live in the the Utah County area, we see each other at least every month or so, and we jump at the chance to help each other. I should thank my parents for this every day.