September 10, 2009

I am feeling the need to be grateful....

1. Fresh chocolate chip cookies.
2. Snuggling with my husband.
3. Progression.
4. Deep breathing
5. The Future.
   

September 4, 2009

1. Love. Cuz I'm in LOVE, i'm in LOVE, and i don't care who knows it!!!
2. Subsidized student loans. Because heaven only knows how long we'll be in school for Dustin and I don't want to be paying interest starting on his loans now!
3. Grants for school. Because not paying tuition is even better than subsidized student loans!
4. Friends. Because you can never have enough and I miss my old friends!
5. Magnets. Cuz they're cool. And stick to metal. That is cool.
   

September 2, 2009

1. Andrea Gleaves. Cuz it was her 24th birthday yesterday and she has always been a great friend! We have been friends since 6th grade! Amazing!
2. Jeanette Clayson. Cuz it was her 23rd birthday yesterday and she is the coolest, nicest girl ever. We survived the Elms together!
3. Fondue. Because it is easy to make and fun to eat!
4. Scan Prep. Cuz it's not hard work, brings in extra money for savings, and you can watch tv or a movie while doing it!
5. Nesquik chocolate milk mix. Cuz it's by far the best for chocolate milk and mixes well with vanilla ice cream for a Frosty like treat!
   

August 28, 2009

1. Wedding rings. Cuz they are awfully pretty to look at.
2. White Out liquid paper. Cuz it's just that cool.
3. Fun coworkers. Cuz it makes the work so much more entertaining.
4. Lots to do at work. Cuz it makes things go by faster.
5. Vegging. Cuz sometimes you just need to relax!
   

August 27, 2009

Wow... August 4th was a long time ago....

1. Salary paid positions... so I don't have to STRESS about getting all 40 hours in... though sometimes I might have to work over 40 hours. Duh, that's how it works, but i like it.
2. Not having to clock out for lunch. For some reason, it just makes me really happy.
3. Having an hour long lunch break. No more rushing to clock back in...this goes along with #2.
4. My husband Dustin. Have I told you lately that I love you? Probably a bazillion times, but it's true and is more true every day.
5. Awesome bosses. Because they just make work that much better.
   

August 4, 2009

1. A clean house. Because I love a clean house and I have a wonderful husband who cleans the house while I'm away!
2. Cinnamon. Because it's a heavenly flavor!
3. Bananas. Cuz they make me feel like i'm eating a healthy breakfast.
4. Sleeping in. Because my Saturdays of sleeping in are quickly coming to a close... and I will miss them!
5. Clothes that fit. Cuz right now I feel like all my clothes are too big or too little... my old clothes that I have are too little but any new clothes I buy are too big... SO WHAT CAN I WEAR?!
   

July 29, 2009

1. Visiting teaching. Cuz I haven't done it in a while but I get to go tonight!
2. Grab buttons. Cuz they're pretty fun to make and are pretty good looking.
3. Bed Bath and Beyond. Because they have something Target has but for half price, even more with the fabulous 20% off coupons that come out frequently in the mail!
4. Biscuits and gravy. Because they make a great dinner, breakfast, or lunch. So flexible!
5. Blogs! cuz i'm having so much fun with them!
   

July 27, 2009

1. FRIENDS! We felt like we had a lot of friends this weekend due to the 5 year high school reunion, got to hang out with Andrea before she fled the state, and we even got to hang out with some couples from our ward! I like having friends and I am SO grateful for them!
2. fireworks! Because it's not quite a holiday without them! Looking forward to Salem Days fireworks!
3. Music. Life isn't quite complete without music
4. Family coming home from vacations. Because I wanted to go on the cruise. ha ha ha. okay, i'm glad to have them back not just cuz i'm jealous. i guess i just love them!
5. Avocados. Been home from Santa Barbara for a year officially now. But the thing i miss the most are the avocados a plenty!
   

July 24, 2009

1. The Mormon Pioneers. Because they settled this place.
2. Utah. Because this is the place.
3. Going to work on state holidays... because then i still get to make money?
4. My husband's manliness. Because he killed Chuck Norris 3 times in his sleep last night, saved the family, and even saved the presents.
5. Fiesta Day Parades. Because who wouldn't want a tractor in a parade?!?!
   

July 22, 2009

1. Shabby Blogs. Because they have super cute things to spice up your blog and they teach you how! amazing!
2. Kevinandamanda.com. Because she has way cute fonts and teaches you how to use them as well!
3. Crashing blogs. So i can learn how to rebuild all my blogs and make them super cute!
4. Chocolate Milk. Because it's the best way to start a morning!
5. Handwriting fonts. Because I love cute handwriting!
   

July 20, 2009

1. Chapstick!!
2. Sunscreen
3. Sunglasses
4. Awesome Creer families
5. Weekend trips to East Canyon.
6. Flip flops
   

July 15, 2009

1. 4 months of marriage!
2. Naps. Cuz i'm tired and cranky
3. Business Casual. Cuz it's cute.
4. Fruits and veggies. Cuz i love them. And they are healthy.
   
5. Working turn signals. cuz i'm glad to get mine back!
   

July 14, 2009

1. Midnight showings of Harry Potter. Because although I'll be DEAD tomorrow at work, i love harry!
2. Friends coming back from vacations. Because I missed them!
3. Hotdogs at baseball games. Because it makes me feel so American!
4. Cell phone cameras. Because then i can see how much fun my family has on their Alaskan cruise while i'm sitting here at work.
5. Free fonts. Because they make ordinary word documents so much more exciting!
   

July 13, 2009

I have been very bad at this lately....

1. Relaxing weekends...
2. Making wedding/anniversary cakes.
3. Family BBQs
4. A Captain Moroni-like husband.
5. My primary experiences as a child.
   

July 8, 2009

1. 7/8/9. Because it's a whole sentence in a date.
2. Fandango. Because I can buy movie tickets online! AND I GET TO SEE HARRY POTTER NEXT WEEK!
3. Panda Express. Because it's Chinese for yummy.
4. Fortune cookies. Because nothing else is as funny when you say "in bed" at the end.
5. Ibuprofen. It takes my pain away.
   

July 6, 2009

1. To be an American.
2. Freedom.
3. To be alive! Because I almost died!
   
4. To have saved a life! Because I like my brother in law!
   
5. Relief Society. Because I miss it!
   

July 2, 2009

Yes, I missed yesterday. But blogger has been silly today and not letting me post...

1. July. Because it's not June.
2. That it's Thursday.
3. That tomorrow is Friday.
4. That tomorrow I get paid to not come into work.
5. No more Draper Wednesdays for almost 2 months!

June 30, 2009

1. One year old birthday parties. Because they get to shove cake in their face while not wearing any clothes and everyone thinks it's adorable. You certainly can't do that as an adult!
2. Rainbow chip frosting. Because it is the best frosting tied with cream cheese frosting!
3. Draino Max Gel. Because i hope our shower is no longer filled with guck.
4. Potatoes. Because there are so many ways to cook them!
5. Pictures. Because they are always fun to look at and remember good times!
   

June 29, 2009

1. Weddings to be over. Yes, I am VERY GRATEFUL for this! I think that helping with weddings gives me a cold because after every wedding, I get sick. What's up with that? Next wedding I help with, I will be paid for.
2. That my parents paid for our hotel rooms in Vernal. Yes, i am very grateful for this as well. We are poor. And will be for a while :) Someday we hope to be rich.
3. Dominos pizza. It was really tasty last Friday night. Especially the BBQ chicken one. And i'm not a big fan of BBQ.
4. Coming home. I love coming home and that i have a home to come home to. And that it's mine. Well, kinda.
5. Floral tape.
   

June 25, 2009

1. Toaster Ovens. Because warming up leftover Winger's french fries in a microwave makes them yucky, but toaster ovens make them perfect!
2. Pibb xtra/Dr. Pepper. Because it tastes delicious.
3. Yellow paper. Because it's bright and happy!
4. Gmail contacts. So I can look up my piano student's last names cuz I don't remember them.
5. Cinnamon Rolls with Cream cheese frosting... mmmmm.....
   

June 24, 2009

1. Lifehouse. As in, the band, because I am enjoying listening to them right now.
2. Itunes and shared networks. So I can listen to other people's music because I get sick of my own!
3. Sunshine. Because it feels so nice outside!
4. Pink gerber diasies. Because my husband is cute and brought some home for me yesterday, which was very unexpected! He's the greatest!
5. Banjo-Tooie. Because I am, unfortunately, addicted. Ha ha ha.
   

June 23, 2009

1. Good friends. Like Andrea Gleaves. Who will go shopping with me for yet again, another dress for a wedding.
2. Fuschia flats. Cuz they're super cute and will make any outfit pop.
3. That my husband will make our breakfast AND lunch. Because I'm always tired in the morning.
4. Deb. Because they had a dress that will work for Nathan and Adrienne's wedding!
5. My adorable nephew cuz he's turning 1 and i love this invite!

June 22, 2009

1. Advil Sinus and Cold. Don't know if i already put that I'm grateful for it, but I really am!
   
2. Going back to work. Because there's nothing on tv in the middle of the day. Really wish I had DVR so i could have watched the SYTYCD episodes I missed last week....
3. Fathers. Because they are just so great.
4. Cabelas. Because we found great father's day presents there.
5. Going to the temple. Because i love to see the temple and i love going inside it even more!
   

June 19, 2009

1. Sleeping in. So my body can rest and heal.
2. Being sick. Because then I can catch up on blog posts and thank you cards from our wedding
3. Getting things done around the house. Because I hate having a messy house and I hope to accomplish something today.
4. Trimming my hair. Because it feels so much better with so little amount cut off!
5. Curtains. Because they can really change the whole look of a room with such a small and seemingly insignificant change.

June 18, 2009

Yes, I know I'm a day behind.... but I will make up for it and do two today. Life gets even more complicated when you're sick... and teachign 3 days during the week and not Saturdays, and when the car dealership is trying to tell you that you need new tires that aren't qualified in the tires for life deal... LAME. :)

1. My boss and coworkers and StoresOnline. Because they make me go home when I'm sick.
2. The Torres family. Because now we have internet at home.
3. Having the internet at home. Because now I can do whatever I want online in the comforts of my home! And watch YouTube when I'm sick!
4. That my daddy knows a lot about cars and will make sure that we're not getting ripped off.
5. Advil sinus and cold. Because even though you have to show your driver's license to get it, it is a miracle worker.

June 17, 2009

1. My beautiful, smart, talented little sister Ginelle that won Jr. Miss and basically every category in the competition! She is amazing and beautiful!
2. Andrea Gleaves! What a cute and great friend! She brought us a cookie plate and pink gerbera just because it's summer! She's the greatest!
3. Arby's. Because they have freebie Wednesdays and what else are you thinking after a Jr Miss pageant? I'm thinking Arby's.
4. No more Wednesday Draper classes for the summer!
5. Jolly Ranchers. Better than cough drops but do the same work.
   

June 16, 2009

1. My wedding ring and band. Because I really love them and they are very sparkly!
2. Spanish Fork. Because it has delicious small town places to eat like Barrys and Glades. oh, and Russell and Bonnie live there... and Dorian. And i love them.
3. Breakfast foods. Because they are my favorite and are good at any time of the day!
4. Text messaging. Because how else am I supposed to communicate with friends and family?! Plus, it lets you send a message to many people at the same time, saving you time and energy.
   
5. Doing laundry. Because I really do enjoy clean towels.
   

June 15, 2009

1. Fruit. Because for some reason, sugar is making me sick right now! Sad day!
2. Sleep and cranberry grape juice. Because those are the best things to combat a cold!
3. Brazilian Valentine's Day (June 12th). Because then I get pretty roses!
4. My wonderful husband. Because we LOVE BEING MARRIED!
   
5. Ballet looking shoes. Just because they're cute.
6. *BONUS* Kessie. Because we broke her little 2 year old heart when we told her she couldn't really go home with us.
   

June 12, 2009

1. Showers
2. Sleep
3. Toilet Paper
4. Cafe Rio
5. Getting my Saturdays back.
   

June 11, 2009

1. Grocery Shopping. Because then we have food! Plus, I just love grocery shopping!
2. Katie! Cuz dude, it's her birthday! And pretty sure she was the one that got me to start saying "dude" And she's my wbfff! She's awesome!
   
3. Pink Cookies.. Well, the Lofthouse cookies at least that can come in any sort of color. They are super tasty and make birthdays even better!
4. Being 23. Because it's the greatest number ever, it's my favorite, it's my day of birth, and it's even prime. You can't get much better than that.
5. The Samba. Because I miss Latin dancing and it's so much fun! I love that dance!
   

June 10, 2009

1. Old Couches. Because to us, they are new. And free. And comfy. And make home just a little more homey.
2. Fudge. Because it's yummy and I realized I could make my own variations... so last Sunday was pecan coconut and it is tasty!
3. Pajamas. Cuz they're comfy. And I wish I could always wear them.
4. My husband's jacket. Cuz it is also comfy but I can actually wear it to work.
5. Popcorn. Because someone at work just made some and it smells really good. It also tastes good. Ooh! I'm grateful for huge tubs of buttery popcorn for $1 at the Wynnsong theater at the Riverwoods mall!
   

June 9, 2009

1. Family Night. Because it's a time to learn and grow as a family. It's one night a week that can be OURS.
2. That Natalie makes Seth sing all the verses for family night songs. Because we could all use that lesson.
3. Apple Cider Vinegar and paper towels. Because those are the only things currently keeping the ants out of our house.
4. Ribbon. Because it can spice up any room.
5. Jeanette. Because i miss her in my life and i love her updates!!!
   

June 8, 2009

1. Sundays. Because they are a day of rest, and that rest was much needed yesterday!
2. My wedding. Because it really was beautiful and I loved it! I love being married! I love everything about it!
3. My mom's over-organized-ness... Because it's been passed on to me. And really, it sometimes comes in VERY handy! And I think i'd rather be organized and prepared than not because that just creates chaos. Trust me.
4. My homemaking skills. Because I might have majored in home and family living, which doesn't create a great salary, but I LOVE it. I love that I can cook, clean, create, be mom like. Because these are talents and hobbies for me and I appreciate them! I like being mom-like.
5. Knowing what I want... and getting it myself. Another great talent I think. Being assertive, making up your mind, and really getting what you want (within reason of course)
6. *BONUS* Rascal Flatts. I am very grateful to them today. I'm just in that kinda mood.
   

June 5, 2009

1. American Heroes. Because they made possible the freedoms we have today.
2. Enrichment. Because it allows me to be able to spend time with girls.
3. Jello Salad. Because it wouldn't be Enriching if there wasn't jello salad.
4. Blessings for going to Enrichment. Because I was still able to watch SYTYCD though I though I'd missed it. I was blessed!
5. John Deere Blankets. Cuz they're soft and comfy while you're watching SYTYCD. ;)

June 4, 2009

1. No swine flu. My lip may randomly swell, i might sneeze a LOT from allergies, but I do not have the swine flu like Spencer Anderson does. yep, I'm lucky
2. Sesame Street. Because they come up with songs like "C is for cookie, that's good enough for me!"
3. Pink Balloons. Because there is one hanging on my cubicle that has lasted forever and now reads "Brianne lives here"
4. Only 1 roommate. Because as much as I loved my roommates, I love living with just my husband so much more! Especially cuz we're not just roommates, we're family. No marking which food is yours... Okay, so maybe sometimes... Yeah, it's great though. I love it!
5. M&M's. Because no meal is complete without chocolate.
   

June 3, 2009

1. The Melting Pot. DELICIOUS food for a lot of money.... but it's REALLY REALLY GOOD!
   
2. Coupons. So you can get $10 your delicious food and it's not QUITE as much money....
3. Rain. Because it is beautiful and refreshing!
4. Chocolate Pudding. Because it's quick and easy and hits the spot.
5. Computers. So I can keep in touch with friends, family, and of course, record what I'm grateful for!
   

June 2, 2009

1. Maturity. As in, being mature, because really, it makes a huge difference in a person and you can definitely tell the difference between two people that are the same age, but different maturity level.
   
2. 4 years of college. This really taught be so much about being on my own and how to take care of myself, pay bills, cook, clean, get along with people, etc.
   
3. A college degree. Because now I can make just as much as before AND pay off my student loans. But at least I have a degree.
   
4. Laughing. Because it relieves stress and tension.
5. A great brain. Because I'm smart and I know things and can do things myself. I don't have to rely on everyone else or ask for help with every little thing. Being independent is wonderful!
   

June 1, 2009

1. My Daddy! Today is his big 5-0 Birthday! I know i've said I'm thankful for a lot of family member's who's birthday it is, but it's not my fault it's a Jack birthday season! And I really am grateful for them! My daddy is amazing! Happy birthday Daddio!
2. Weekends. Cuz I actually get to spend time with my husband! I've noticed that I'm so much happier with him and therefore EVERYTHING when I get to spend time with him! Funny how that works, but I love the weekends and actually seeing my husband! Makes me very happy!
3. Summer movies! There are so many good movies out every summer! last summer, thanks to my Jon friend in SB, I was able to see like every good movie that came out! This year there are also many good movies out and we're excited to see them! We saw UP in 3-D over the weekend and it was SO CUTE! The only thing that upset me (but not really) is that the little cute red headed girl's name is Ellie. NO FAIR! That's my little red headed baby girl's name! And now EVERYONE will be taking it! But you all should know, I had that name chosen AGES ago! I had the idea first!
4. Primary kids. Because they are SO CUTE! I love my calling of being Primary Pianist. I've learned some important things like that fathers are to "preside" and not just "reside" (BIG DIFFERENCE!), that Sunbeams are great singers, and that father's day songs are way more fun to sing than mother's day songs. Why is this? Father's day songs get all the cool actions and mother's day songs are just pretty and make no sense... what's this about gathering blossoms of blue? because all flowers remind me of my mom? No sense at all!
5. Friends that are willing to wait for me for lunch so I can run to Provo and grab Nathan's car so i can go home for the daddy's big 50 party! You guys are the best! :)
   

May 29, 2009

1. Chocolate milk... It does a body good. Actually, I think chocolate milk does a body good way more than regular milk... cuz it has all the goodness of milk, but it has a delicious and satisfying flavor too!
2. 4 Day work weeks.... because it feels like it should still be Thursday, but instead, I have a weekend before my eyes!
3. 3 pay days in one month!
   
4. Student Loan Checks.... putting savings back into savings! Love it!
5. Jeff getting the checks to me a DAY EARLY instead of way late. Very grateful for that! Makes my life so much easier on a busy pay day Friday!
   

May 28, 2009

1. Jason's Deli. Deliciously healthy food + free ice cream cone.
2. Friends. To have lunch dates with.
3. Family Night.
   
4. Macey's $1 gerbers.... though they didn't have them today. but everyone else charges $3 a gerber! So i appreciate their cheap flowers
5. The bus. So my husband could earn us more money. :)
   

May 27, 2009

1. Scrapblog! Yes, it's my number one i am grateful for today because i am in love with it! It's a cool FREE tool that helps you make super cute scrapbooky type stuff for your blog like your heading and such.... Love, love, love it! (you can doubleclick on the pic above and see it more clearly....)
   
2. Chocolate chip chocolate cookies. They are very very yummy! LOVE THEM! Crave them... delicious! :)
3. Brains and my brother Dallin. Cuz he has brains that are amazing! He's graduating from high school today.... Salem Hills High School that is... the first graduating class ever! And he's so smart! I actually come from a really smart family, of which I am very grateful because I, too, have a great brain!
4. Eternal Marriage! Pretty sure watching Jon and Kate Plus 8 has been.... weird. They have a lot of crap going on with their marriage right now and whether Jon cheated on Kate or not and if they're getting a divorce, blah blah blah. I have a wonderful husband and we have a wonderful eternal marriage! for which i am very grateful!
   
5. Kleenex tissues. Because my allergies have now kicked up for the summer and I seem to be blowing my nose a LOT.
   

May 26, 2009

1. 3 Day Weekends. Because even though it didn't go as I had hoped or planned, I still had absolutely NO WORK for one whole day. That never happens!
2. Calista Mae Fisher. Because she is my best girl friend and she went shopping with me both Saturday and Monday to find a dress for Kendra's wedding. And she's just so cute and happy and basically the best ever!
3. TJ Max. Because after shopping all over BOTH malls in Utah County, Target, even Walmart, THEY were the ones to have a purple dress that was decently cute, fit me, and not over $50.
4. A-1 Steak Sauce. Because it made my burger amazing on Memorial Day. Yeah, it's that important.
   
5. In Laws. Because they invited me to breakfast while my husband was out fishing... which he really wanted to do, so I let him, of course, cuz I'm a good wife... so it was really nice to be invited out to breakfast and hang with the Creer girls. :)
6. *BONUS* (cuz it was a long weekend, i can do one more....) Macaroni Grill. Because they have this amazing Chef's Trio deal where you get salad, entree, and dessert for $11.99. And it's super delicious! Yeah, I'm grateful for that!
   

May 22, 2009

1. My twin, Nathan Harmon Jack. Though you're not supposed to pick favorite siblings, how can you not pick your twin as your favorite? We were born EXACTLY 16 months apart. My due date was January 12th 1986, born 11 days late on the 23rd. His due date was May 12th 1987, born 11 days late on the 23rd. Tomorrow is his 22nd birthday! He has always been such an amazing example to me of love, faith, diligence, and hard work. I am so grateful to have a twin as amazing as my brother!
2. My husband, Dustin Michael Creer. Man, he is so sweet to me! And really, sometimes I'm the biggest jerk ever. I never thought I'd be a nagging wife, but I am. I try hard not to, but I still am! He never complains about my nagging, he is just so sweet and just works harder to be a good husband! One time he even asked for a chore chart so he could know what to clean. Is that amazing, or what?! Yep, I love him! And am grateful for him!
3. So You Think You Can Dance. Yep, I'm a dork. But I LOVE this show and it makes me so happy watching amazing dancers! I am excited for this new season! It should be a good one!
4. My friend Janna. Cuz not only did she check out the blog, but she commented AND became a follower! Now that is a good friend! Love you Janna!
5. FREE BBQS!!! Happy Memorial Day weekend! Let's face it, no one wants to be here at work today... but there are some things that make it good. Like, that Jeff got me the checks signed early this morning... and the cafeteria for our work across the street is having a FREE BBQ! Happy day!
   

May 21 2009

1. My parents! Today is their 28th Anniversary! My parents have taught me well, are so loving and just amazing! I am truly grateful for their love and influence in my life!
2. Employment! I'm so grateful that I have a job! Well, okay, i have TWO jobs and i suppose i'm grateful for both of them. It ensures that we have our bills paid and food on the table, which is really nice. We even have the luxury of occasionally splurging and buying things like, i dunno, say, a CRUISE.
   
3. My piano students. Okay, so really, they are the ONLY reason why i have two jobs. I would quit teaching otherwise cuz I'm certainly not doing it for the pay! They are so cute and they love me... even on the days where class is rough because they haven't been practicing or whatever. Seeing them improve really makes my day and keeps me teaching
4. AC... Even if the neighbor's AC is FREAKING OUT in the middle of the night, causing us to wake up at 2:30 AM because it is RIGHT OUTSIDE our bedroom window and so loud! But this is a THANKFUL journal, so really, I AM thankful for Air Conditioning! It makes a Utah summer bearable!
   
5. STObucks. If you don't work for StoresOnline, than you probably don't know what STObucks are.... basically it's like Monopoly money but then you get to trade it in for real prizes... like giftcards, shirts, and even a Wii if you have enough! Well, my awesome boss gave us all a small chunk of STObucks and then i also got $5 in STObucks from our controller because I am A) amazing at my job and B) I found where we had overpaid $3700.90 at a particular venue and we just got a refund check! This was from an event that was back in SEPTEMBER and no one caught it until i came along! so yeah, I'm awesome :) And I'm grateful for that too!
   

Attitude of Gratitude

So.... This I guess is my "Thankful Journal" because lately, i've needed to be a lot more grateful in my life! My goal is to write at least 5 things i'm grateful for EVERY DAY. (excluding weekends cuz i don't have the internet at home). Sometimes it might have explanations, sometimes it might just be a list... who knows. We'll see how it goes!