Note to self: be who you are!

After school party item, Momma's iPad. My favorite app is the one that makes funny pictures! Many people say that I'm weird, ha! Such an UNDERSTATEMENT! :D

I am who I am, can't I be just that? I don't want to be a popular, a jock, or a smartie who knows every answer to the assignment, so I don't try. I am Chantel, a byoptical blond, a skater, an example of the believers, a runner, a girl who can scream down the halls, a great Honor roll student, a barefoot and crazy kid, full of giggles and smiles, I love to dance in the rain, work hard, and watch movies. I love who I am, and if anyone tries to take away any part of me, they are messing with the wrong chick! :)

"Stand for what you believe in, even if you are standing alone."

~unknown

"Everybody is weird, some people just like to act like their normal."

~Bertha (Fred)

Polar Plunge 2012: Freezin' for a reason!

Yes, indeed. It is true. I am insane enough to do the Polar Plunge! If you are reading this and don't know what that is, I'll explain. The Polar Plunge is an event that SOU hosts for Special Olympics. They cut out a hole in the ice that you get to pay $50 to jump into. :) Thank you Carol for being the only other insane person that would do it with me! I love ya!

Oh, and right after I jumped in, I wrapped up in a towel and got in the car and left. Once we pulled into the garage, I ran to Beka's house to show her the video. . . . Speechless huh? :)

For your viewing pleasure :)

"What makes you different just might be your greatest strength."

~ Barbie (Mermaid Tale)

Letters to the Weatherman:

Dear Weatherman,

Make up your mind! First you want snow, then decide you want rain! Not a good combination if you ask me, slush is just plain gross. I would much rather have a wonderful snow day or a chance to dance in the rain. I have been waiting a very long time for winter to finally arrive, looks like I'll have to wait even longer. If you haven't noticed, I prefer wet, cold weather than dry and hot. Please take into consideration my longing for winter and send it fast!

Love,

Barefooted and Crazy

"Anyone who says sunshine brings happiness has never danced in the rain."
~Unknown

"Life isn't waiting for the storm to pass.... It's about learning to dance in the rain." ~Unknown

Muddy Buddys!!

Yummy Muddy Buddys!

Me and Beka made muddy buddys and had a blast!

They were so stink'n good!

I love baking with friends, it seems a ton more fun than by my lonesomes!Words of Wisdom:
"True courage is pursuing your dream, even when everyone else says it's impossible."
Barbie and the Three Musketeers

Letters:

Dear 2011,

We had some great times with great people. I'm sorry to see you go, our time was filled with smiles, tears (of joy), giggles, and lack of breath from laughing so hard. :D

Love, the byoptical blonde

Dear 2012,

I'm glad to meet you! We will spend all of our time trying to find the great side of anything that comes along. This year, my New Years Resolutions are to:

*Land my Axel before my birthday

*Finish Book of Mormon before 2013

*Finish 3 values in the Personal Progress book

*Pray daily

*Make my bed everyday

*Run 250 miles with MCXC again

*Strive for good self esteem

*Live in thanks giving daily

*Be a better person than in 2011

Love, the spontaneous skater

Words of Wisdom:

"Why are trying so hard to fit in when you are born to stand out?"

~Ian (What a girl wants)

Journal ~#5

Journal ~#5

I am thankful for laughter, and the friends we can share it with.

Words of wisdom:

"They say that the best blaze burns brightest, when circumstances are at their worst."

~Sophie (Howl's Moving Castle)

Christmas!!!!

Merry Christmas everybody! This Christmas was great, all I really wanted was a camera and The Dark Knight. Turns out Santa thought I was extra good this year, because I got :
Batman The Dark Knight, and Taylor Swift Mean sheet music,

A Camera!,

Tons of make-up, (my dad is scared)
tons of clothes from my aunt,

New fuzzy boots, (thanks dad!)

A bag of candy from Great Grandma,

A bracelet and R.O.T.C. Air force water bottle (thanks N!)

Candy from S., Lotion from H. (my last smile), Chocolate from S., candy canes from D&B W., and an awesome bracelet from A.!

lovely candy-in-a-mug, scarf, and slipper/socks from G.

More sweets from J.

A lovely watch (with battery included!)

And B. gave me a lovely booklet with pictures of us and quotes. So cute! Thanks Bestie!

Tons of Socks! (that I will willingly unmatch:D)

Camera supplies,

A HUGE queen size blanket!,

The Last Song (book) and THE DARK KNIGHT! from Ck (thank you!!)

A lovely plaid shirt,

YES! sweat pants!

SO FUN!!!! ON X-mas eve we went to Gma H's house and had a Nerf gun war!

Words of wisdom:

"Some people are always grumbling because roses have thorns; I am thankful that thorns have roses." - Alphonse Karr