picture reel

Good morning my darlings!

Today is a great day! 

Its the first day of real summer for me!! I finished my math class, and ya know I actually feel really confident about my final. So confident that I think I may have actually passed the class...fingers stay crossed though because I wont know until next week. 

Also, my phone was in for an upgrade. I am not sure how my dad did it, but I got an iphone4 S for only $50!! ... umm yes please! I am going in later today before work to get it all set up and I am SO excited!! 

Now for a little story about my amazing stud muffin of a boyfriend. So being my boyfriend, and my best friend, he knows how much I have really been struggling with trying to change my attitude. I've been working really hard and we've been working together it improve and change a lot of different things in our lives and our relationship together, all for the better of course. Currently he lives in the town of Hurricane with his parents for the summer; because he is working down there and the commute would be to expensive everyday. He both make an effort to try and see each other weekends, either I go down there or he comes up here (though mostly he comes up here). 

Well the other week he took me on this amazing dates. He said he had been planning on doing it for a while but weather made it so he could take me. 

He took me to the top of the mountain to the Cedar breaks over look, (12,000 feet elevation!) to the most beautiful view I have ever seen. 

It. Was. Gorgeous. 

After just standing there and looking at the breath taking view for probably a full 10 minutes, the full pictures and tourist act included, he drove down to a little spot and pulled out a picnic. Yes, he packed a picnic with everything I could have wanted; sandwich, our favorite sweet iced tea, oreos, and lot of chocolate truffles. It was such a great day.

It doesn't stop there ladies and gentlemen

Later that week he took me on an ice cream date. We went on an ice cream date together when we first started going out and it was so cute. It brought back great memories. Then this week, he surprised me by coming up Thursday to spend some time with me and help me relax before my big exam Friday. He picked me up and brought me out to a Delicious sushi dinner (our favorite of all favorites). He helped me study a little bit and then before bed gave me this amazing full body massage; feet, lefts, back, hands, arms, neck, and head. ... and let me tell you, he is really good at massages. It put me right to sleep. 

I am the luckiest girl in the world!

And now

Life as viewed through my (soon to be replaced) iphone

yum

check out the sexy monster

the view from the top

any excuse for a kissing picture :)

so arsty and clever we are

it was just a little windy ... but look at that view!

mu handsome and amazing best friend

driving up the mountain

just some after church shooting ... i got SO sun burnt

the lovely things i see in the morning 

i guess its a normal thing to herd your sheep down the main road ... welcome to tuah

a taxi in cedar?! 

Love Always <3

Lexi

happy days

Sweater:Playo'sCloset    Bralet:Forever21    Shorts:Forever21   Necklace:AmericanEagle    Bracelet:Grandmothers   Boots:Hightopleather-Bensimon

I hope you are all having a good week. Wednesday's are a funny thing, you can look at it two ways; "This week is never going to end. I still have two whole days till the weekend!" OR "The week is almost over! Only two more days till the weekend!" 

I hope you all are picking the second option. 

So much of our attitude and happiness that we give off, is based on how we see situations. Trying to see the world in a more positive outlook is something I've been really working on. Trying to be thankful and gracious for all my blessings, rather than upset and frustrated with all the things that I don't have or want.

 I saw this advertisement the other day on facebook and it really made me stop and think. 

Credit: http://www.upworthy.com/these-models-are-making-people-get-their-checkbooks-out?g=2

Americans are known for being greedy. I don't know about you but that is not the way I want to be remembered at all! 

Next time you find yourself wanting to complain or lusting over something you know you can't afford, maybe putting it on a credit card and just letting the guilt hit you later. Remember these images. We are so rich and wealthy in just about every aspect of life. 

I know this is a lot easier said than done. 

This month has been super tight; possibly being out 1,200 dollars if I don't pass this class, paying rent, putting down a deposit for our new apartment, a trip to the ER that cost 200 just for walking in (plus the tests) because I'm not covered, gas money, food money, phone update, plan tickets home, buying a shuttle ticket. It's a LOT and super over whelming. Things add up soo fast it's crazy! Sometimes I feel like there is no way I am ever going to be able to pull things off. I can go in my room and just look at all the bills crying because I'm overwhelmed and feel like the world is ending (in honesty I have done this before), or I can be thankful that I have all the opportunities I do. I can give my best and that's it. At the end of the day I want to be happy and content with all that I have. Thankful for all the things that I can do that so many are not able and know that I am doing them all to the best of my ability. 

You are beyond blessed

So next time instead of whining .... worship. Give thanks for all the things you do have. Because trust me, it is more than you deserve. 

Love Always <3

Lexi

dots and spots

Top:Francesca's    Pants:BPNordstrom    Shoes:London    Necklace:AmericanEagle    Hairclip.Forever21

Well this week is a little crazy. I'm trying to finish  up this math class. Honestly, I'm not sure I am doing to pass. I've worked my butt off studying, working with tutors, and more studying. I don't know what I am going to do if I don't pass this class. 

I wish my mommy was here. I think we both could really use each other at the moment. 

Prayer is the only thing that's getting me through life right now.

Hope you are all having a good week

Love Always <3

Lexi

lipstick & coffee

Lipstick: Revlon 

Bracelets:Forever21, Claires, Ireland, Gifts, Mexico   Polish:Essie

Dress:Kira      Blouse:FreePeople     Shoes:Bensimon    Necklace:AmericanEagle

So after a lot of stressing and phone calls the dates are finally set for me to go home.

I am so thankful for my mom and dad, they go to such lengths to try and help me, and they do an amazing job. I can't wait to go home and spend time with both of them. I am excited to reunite with friends and just hang out in the fast moving city.

 I am also so thankful for my sister. No matter what I know she is always going to be there for me. We may disagree on some points and sometimes may not always get along, but we always love each other and know that no matter what the situation is we can come to each other. She is such a blessing and a rolemodel in my life.

I have been truly blessed and so have you

Love always <3

Lexi

a morning dose

Dress:ClothesLine (sample garment)     Sweater:AnnTaylorLoft (sale = $9!)

Shoes:SteveMadden     Necklace:AmericanEagle 

Nothing like some coffee, tea, and toast to start off your day :)

My espresso machine is broken and I can't figure out how to fix it, so I've been using my press a lot more lately

Still delicious

Hello my darlings!

I hope you are all having a wonderful week :)

The other day my roommate Marita gave me this book to read. 

I read the first chapter today and it really helped me out. So if any of you are struggling with your faith, or just trying to figure out the concept of happiness, I would strongly suggest reading this book. 

Every single person in this world deserves to be happy. I know personally I struggle with trying to find happiness in all the wrong places. Relying on physical things or other to secure and provide me with the happiness, but it never seems to be enough. That's because the truth is only you can make you happy. 

Even knowing this, it can still take a life time before you actually understand and can accomplish this concept. It isn't something you can achieve alone, but it is something that only you can do.

Faith. Joy. Rejoice. Love.

There is a reason that these words seem to flow and belong to each other. Like a clover you can't have one without the other. 

Be thankful everyday, count your blessings, and know that you are always loved. 

I challenge you today to make a gratitude list; write down a list of all the beautiful and wonderful things that you are thankful for today. If you want to ... share it! I would love to hear some of the amazing things going on in your lives as well. 

Love Always <3

Lexi

knits

After Friday I only have one more week of summer school. I'm praying that I will pass.

Also praying that I can get the time off work so I can go home for a little bit. Hopefully I hear soon so I can let my dad know so he can order the tickets in time. 

Fingers crossed 

Love Always<3

Lexi

DIY backless shirt

Maybe it's just me, but I think that a backless shirt is one of the sexiest things. Wearing a shirt with an open back, or open sides, without a bra just makes me feel so sexy. I also love having a boyfriend how is bigger than me, so I can just lounge around in his old t-shirts. 

This little DIY craft is super easy!

All you need is:

An old t-shirt (I like mine to be a little baggy so I just took one of Ryan's old workout shirts)

and Scissors

THAT'S IT!! 

Ryan had already cut the sleeves off of this shirt, which made it even easier! 

I personally wouldn't have made the arm holes as big as he did, because you  risk the chance of accidently flashing some innocent passer byers. After the arms are cut, all you have to do is trace our a big U shape where you want the back to be open. Make sure that your U doesn't angle in, other wise you will end up with a razer back shape rather then a U shape like mine. Next, just cut! 

Bing, Bang, Boom! and you're done :)

Enjoy!

Shorts: Forever21

Love Always<3

Lexi

sweet and simple

Pants:BP Nordstroms    Top:AnnTaylorLoft    Shoe:Steve Madden    Hairclip:DIY

This weekend consisted of; a trip to two doctors offices, the ER, working a LOT, and about three-six hours on the phone with my mom just venting ... it was a bit stressful to say the least. 

After taking a step back though I came to the realization that I am not in this alone. I need to stop relying on other people, and learn to make myself happy. I need to not worry about the past and definitely not worry about the future. I am stressing so much about things that aren't even in my control. I need to focus on the present and live each day for what it's worth. A new gift that is granted to me each day that so many may not get. Count all my blessings and know that the decisions I've made are good, and will take me to new places. I just have to trust. 

Pray your hardest when its the Hardest to Pray.  

This is my amazing roommate Marita. I am so blessed to have her in my life. God brought us together when we were both in need of a friend. She has an amazing faith and has really helped me pull mine back around. These past couple of weeks have been stressful for all of us, and we really relied on each other to get through them. So thankful to have her in my life. 

This is my stud muffin of a boyfriend Ryan. Word can't describe how thankful I am to have him in my life. He keeps me grounded and focused. Whenever I start to have anxiety attacks or get in my awful moods, he knows just what to say and do to bring me right out of them. He has taught me so much, and really brings the best out in me. He is so kind and unbelievably pure hearted. I know sometimes I get upset with him because I have this "boyfriend" image and expectations that I expect him to just know and meet. The truth is though, no one is ever going to meet them. Let's be honest, how many men do you know can truly read your mind? 

I need to just love and honor him for the amazing person that he is.  Because he truly is an amazing and one of a kind person.  We are both still terribly young, and with that comes a bit of immaturity and selfishness. We both still have a lot of growing to do, but the best part is that we can do it together. 

I hope you all are having a great weekend.

Happy Fathers Day to all the Daddy's of the world.

<3 Love Always 

Lexi

flower power

Top:Nordstrom Rack   Shorts:Forever21    Bra:Forever21   Shoes:Target

Jewelry:H&M, Target, Forever2, MomsCloset, Gifts

Week two done and I still love my job! 

I wore the outfit with the green shorts to class, but work is really conservative so I put a cami underneath the blouse, change the shorts to pants, and added a headband. The only bad part about working in a clothing store, you pretty much don't get paid. It is going to take every once of will power not to pour my entire paycheck back into the store, buying myself all kinds of goodies that I get to play with all day. 

Hope you guys are all having a great weekend

Love Always <3

Lexi

puppy love

Hello my darlings

So lately I have been going through major puppy with drawl. I want more than anything just to have a little pup running around my apartment, to be there to cuddle and play with, and to shower with love and kisses. It would be so spoiled and super cute. 

Luckily it tis the season for puppies! 

There are lots of puppies for sale right now in Utah, though not all of them are the kind that I want. I personally am not looking, and wont be until after I graduate college and have a job. My roommate however IS looking! You can bet your butt though that even if she wasn't, I would still stop and play with every puppy I see. (You just can't pass up those cute little faces, wet baby noses, and their puppy breath!)

Here is a picture reel of the adorableness we've played with this week

Here is the little baby that Marita is looking to adopt

We are waiting for the owners to contact us back but I can't even wait any longer! 

Her name is Mieka but she wants to name her Cupcake and call her CC for short. 

She will be super spoiled with three mommies and more love than she can handle. She is a rescue and already a year old. 

Fingers crossed that the owners contact us soon :) 

<3 Love Always 

Lexi