Wow! The first semester of college is almost over! Which means, I will get to go home very soon and I can't wait. But first, the serious stuff: getting through finals. I am a little nervous! But hopefully it will be okay and maybe somewhat enjoyable.

My family in New York City for my sister's graduation, May 2008.

At the moment, it seems nearly impossible to find positive things around me. Which is stupid because there are so many amazing things taking place every second of everyday. I need to just try to focus on the good things and forget about the others.

Here is a positive thought: Christmas! I love the Christmas season, the Christmas lights/trees, the Christmas spirit, and the Christmas cookies! I can't wait to make dozens and dozens of them when I get home. Just the thought makes me happy!

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... Pictures from Thanksgiving!

We went to the Lincoln Memorial. It's one of our favorites.

All pictures taken by Naomi.

Thanksgiving Break

Naomi and Josh let us go Christmas shopping with them. They also let us help decorate their tree since we won't be home to decorate ours. We love Christmas!

After we found the perfect tree, we got to carry it back. Fun!





We had an awesome Thanksgiving! Our sister, Naomi, lives in DC with her husband, Josh. We were able to stay with them over the break. We had so much fun! We watched movies, played games and ate delicious food. We were also able to go to the Washington DC temple on Friday. It was so pretty!

We only have three more weeks of school. Crazy! We're so excited to go home and celebrate Christmas.

But first we have to get through finals...

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by rebekah

Attention.

Life is GOOD

Picture taken at my sisters wedding two and half years ago. L to R: Isaac, Hannah, mom, Naomi, Josh, Dad and then us.

There are many things I am thankful for, and this list could be endless. But I will only mention a few. Here they are:

1. My family. Moving away to college has really opened my eyes to how important family is. They have been there for me through everything, and still offer so much support. Each phone call, email or text means so much. I often take my parents, sisters, and brother for granted.
2. My college experience. So maybe I am still in my first semester of my freshman year, but I have already learned so much already. In the past few months I have learned so much about myself and life in general. College has not been easy and I have had plenty of horrible days. Besides that, though, it has been a blast.
3. Friends. I have met some great people while at college. They are hilarious, smart, very nice/great people. But of course, I cannot forget about the friends I have back in Utah. I miss all of them so much and can't wait to see them at Christmas
4. My sisters. I know that they fit into the 'family' category too, but they deserve their own. What would I do without them? I have no idea. I am especially thankful for my twin. I am so lucky to have one and should not take it for granted. We know each other so well and have so much fun together.

by rebekah

It's Not Fun. Don't Do It.

So last night I decided to watch the Iron Chef. Not a good idea. All I want to eat now is Japanese food (or good food for that matter). All of the food looked sooo good. Pretty sure sushi sounds amazing.

Thank goodness Thanksgiving is only a couple weeks away. I'm so excited to eat food that isn't from a cafeteria. It's going to be awesome!

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We missed the first snow fall!