Thoughtful Thursday

Want Teeth?

I can do that.

Yup today's Remo (aka making dentures) featured yours truly placing teeth.

Does it look like it took forever?

Cause it did. Those twelve little teeth caused me to lose my pants (it was hot working with bunsen burners - dont worry I still had another layer on) and work silently for > 4.5 hours.

But I'm not completely unpleased

with the result.

The placement looks alright.

Too bad I have no idea what the

point of this is.

Cause this doesnt go in the patients mouth... seeing as it isnt the real denture.

Please ignore that I am hideous today. But I have no idea how people that make dentures do it. Its takes so freaking long. I dont even know how I'm gonna do it for my practical.

In other news - it is freezing in Boston. Ok not snowing. But really cold!

Ok I'm a wuss now. Dont judge.

And I re-discovered why I bought my winter jacket last year.

I love it and its cozy warmth.

Love of the Moment

1. Pandora Radio

Hello beautiful music.

You create random stations that play a collection of music thats similar to the band or song I initially typed in. You let me find new artists and songs to fall in love with. You make it so my iPod is always fully stocked. I am in love.

Sadly you arent very friendly to your neighbour up North.

Yup, sad fact - Pandora hates Canada.

So you might want to find yourself a zip code before you check this one out.

2. Something To Tame The Girls

(ae Ruffle Tankini)

Like most girls, I'm completely racist against swim suits.

I hate them.

But this little one looks like it could potentially be awesome.

Cause lets be serious, far too many swim suits are all about the cleavage.

Which is super awkward (dont lie you think so too).

Only the super flat look good with cleavage.

There I said it.

Don't agree? Fight me.

3. Other People's Romances

If there is anyway I can live vicariously through someone else's love life...

oh I will do it in a heart beat.

Wanna share your happily ever after? I will totally stalk that.

Call me nosy. I just dont give a care.

I call it educational.

Plus, dont pretend you arent wanting to shove your fairy tale romance in someone's face.

I will be that face.

I'm a team player. Take one for the team. That sort.

4. Owl City

Bonnie. You are the greatest for introducing me to these guys.

And yes, I have a Pandora "Owl City" Station.

Dont believe? Take a listen.

You wont regret.

Promise

5. Blousy Polka-dots

(Anthro Vermillion Acres Tunic)

P.S. who knew Polka dots was spelled that way.

I say it Poke - a - dot... apparently that is wrong.

Anyways...

This blousy number. Tell me you dont love it.

I love everything about it.

It just looks so freaking romantic with its wispy sleeves and longer in the back body.

I dont know that I could necessarily pull it off...

But boy would I want to.

6. Gorgeous Scenery

New England in the fall.

Its supposed to be the most breath taking time to be here.

Have I personally seen any of it?

No.

Sadly I dont leave my cute little two block radius in the city.

But that doesnt mean I dont appreciate it.

7. Darling Flats

(J. Crew Colleen Rose Flats)

Big flowers seem to be all the rage.

And well, I'm susceptible as anyone to the range of mass media telling me this is adorable.

Ok fine world. Its adorable. In all its forms.

Though lately I'm hating on shoes.

The only shoes that never let me down are my KVD Vans.

They fit like a glove. Not too big. Not too small.

I guess thats what happens when I can actually order my size (9.5).

Stupid companies that sell only even numbers. Hate you.

8. NBC's Community

Havent heard of this little gem? Shame on you.

Its ridiculously funny.

I'd have to say that in general I've been pretty disappointed with the tv this year.

Maybe I've changed? More likely, the story lines are weak and the writers not as sharp as they used to be.

But witty banter. Oh... Gets me every time.

If you like funny, you will like Community.

Its completely absurd. But I love it.

9. Hello Best Sweat Capris Of My Life

(Lulu Crop)

Seriously, you cannot go wrong with Sweat capris. Ya just cant.

These particular ones are a great length.

A little longer than typical bermuda shorts but not quite capri length.

Plus these have a secret hidden pocket in the front waist band - which I maintain is better than the stupid zippered pockets that are usually put on the back below the waist band.

Why is it better you ask? Good question you.

Lets do a little comparison.

Say you are running. And hate carrying your keys. And dont support being locked out,

therefore you have to bring your keys. Sound familiar?

Well back zip waist band pocket - has your keys bouncing all over the place. Mostly cause the keys are below the waist band and not securely compressed into your body. I hate the sound of jingling keys as I run. I hate knowing that as I run towards people they can hear me approaching. I'm all about the sneak attacks.

Which brings me to why the front hidden waist band pocket is amazing.

Those keys get tucked right close to your body. No jingling keys. Perfect sneak attack capris.

Dont lie. You'll realise how great they are now that I've mentioned it.

You're welcome.

10. Ben Folds

Why did I used to be so racist against him?

I liked Ben Folds Five (a band he was in). But whenever anyone brought up Ben Folds,

I would cringe and recall not liking him.

Though I'm starting to realize that I may have completely fabricated that memory of not liking him.

Cause boy do I. Like him that is.

This video is aight.

Mouths dont always match the music.

But I like it.

11. ... ... ...

Is this picture displaying my new found romantic love?

Love the glasses right? Picturing his pocket protector?

No.

He's displaying my love of sleeping.

If I have a spare moment I usually fill it with sleeping. Heck, even if I dont have a spare moment.

My classmates have started to wonder if I'm narcoleptic when I tell sleeping stories.

I just really love sleeping.

12. Hooded Jacket

(Urban Outfitters Hooded Dress Coat)

Can I mention how much I love your nipped in waist? Cause I do.

And your hood? With its "red-riding-hood-esqe" feel... mmm.

Perfection.

Whats your latest love of the moment?

Leave me a comment and let me know.

Home Teach Me

Dear Brother Lowry,

Myself (Austin Brashears) and Ethan Hatch have been assigned to be your home teachers from the University Ward for this year. We are very excited to meet you and get started on our home teaching so please let us know when in the next few weeks you are available.

Sincerely,

Austin Brashears

*Should I be worried that my home teachers call me "Brother"?

**To be fair Austin emailed apologizing for calling me Brother. Apparently he got copy paste happy. Poor child. Happens to the best of us.

Stuffed With Love

Its nights like tonight that make me wish I had someone. Not because I hate being alone... no, more like it'd be fun to have someone to share things with. Like the fact that I made stuffed peppers. And they were good. Brittney tipped me off to the Kraft website. Which is brilliant. And inspired me to try something not dessert related (cause thats really the only kind of cooking I usually do). I mean, lets not pretend... I made cookies too. But I tried a main course dish for once. It was really really easy.

It called for simulated beef pouches.

Hello. I'm from Alberta. We dont do "simulated beef"

So I mixed the beef, salsa, corn, instant rice and water together. Cut some peppers and then stuffed them.

Covered them with tinfoil and popped them in the oven.

Then uncovered and baked some cheese on top.

And Viola!

Something mouth watering.

Dont be hatin.

If you were here you

coulda had some.

What do you think?

Will my recent domestication

reel in some visitors?

Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef

1 can (12 oz.) whole kernel corn

1 cup salsa

1-1/2 cups water, divided

1-1/2 cups instant white rice

1/2 cup Cheese, shredded

3 large bell peppers, cut in half lengthwise, seeds removed

MIX 1 lb. ground beef, 1 can (12 fl oz / 341 mL) whole kernel corn and 1 cup each salsa and water in a large nonstick frying pan. Stir in 1-1/2 cups instant white rice. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. Cover and remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup grated Cheese; mix well.

CUT 1 each red, yellow and green bell pepper in half lengthwise. Remove and discard the seeds. Spoon burger mixture evenly into pepper halves; place in 13x9-inch baking dish. Pour 1/2 cup water into dish; cover with foil.

BAKE at 400°F for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with additional 1/2 cup cheese. Bake an additional 10 minutes.

Enjoy!

Dear Frankie

This is a must watch. I loved it.

This Is What I Think Tonite

- Lately I've been really tired. So tired I am in physical pain. Physical pain being awake. Its ridiculous. And I've lost the uncanny ability to sleep comfortably and soundly during class. So I sit there, physically in pain I'm so tired. And sleeping during the night isnt going great. So I'm just really tired.

- My dental crew has started having "family dinners" once a week. Once a week somebody has everyone over and we have a classic dinner. The food is amazing. The dental crew (which includes the significant others) are hilarious. Its become one of my favorite times of the week. And everyday I am so freaking grateful for the dental friends.

- I'm trying to wrap my head around the pressure I feel at school. Boards, practicals, written tests, procedures, skill sets. Today it felt like too much. But I just stayed and practiced for my practical tomorrow. And came home and ran, even though I didnt feel like it. I guess thats life. Sometimes doing things even though you dont want to.

- I've been thinking about priorities. Since watching conference, I've been trying to re-align my priorities again. Sometimes I feel like thats all I do. But can I talk about how amazing conference was? It was powerful. Really really powerful.

- I miss the Chiropractor. And getting massages. And the kink in my neck keeps reminding me.

- My sniffer has been randomly smelling weird things. Only for a brief moment, but they are weird smells. When I went to start drilling today all the sudden I smelt cadavers. When I walked home I smelt acrylic. While I was running I smelt sulfur. Boston smells strange.

- Its supposed to rain in Connecticut this weekend so Sheila might just go to watch her friend run the marathon. Which would mean she wouldnt even go home at all. Which would mean no apple festival or thanksgiving. And in that case I dont think I'd come with. I'm a wimp when it comes to sitting in the rain. Its unfortunate but oh well.

- That my head hurts and I'm tired. Too tired to concentrate. Too tired to focus. Hopefully tomorrow is better.

Connect-e-cut Here I Come

Well folks. I am a lucky girl. Why you ask? Cause my roommate Sheila is awesome. I'll give you a few hints as to why.

She embraces Canadian holidays. And when her mother scoffs at the idea of her doing a turkey for Canadian thanksgiving, the Kelly family graciously steps in to indulge the whimsey of one Canadian far away from home. Thats right folks. Sheila's family is doing Canadian thanksgiving. I might make them honorary Canadians after this weekend.

Whats this you ask? A mountain of apples? A farmers market? No silly's... that would be the Apple Harvest Festival Sheila is going to take me to.

Yup... apparently Connecticut is this magical place where they have Apple Festivals - oh this is going to put the Taber Cornfest to shame. I mean apples... SO MUCH better than icky corn. And their apple fritters apparently drive house wives to fist fights. Am I going to gorge myself? Absolutely... would you expect anything less? I dont think so.

Sheila probably doesnt even know but it is secretly one of my future goals to run a marathon. Clearly I'm not there myself. But she has a friend who's running in one and we are gonna go cheer him on. Do I want to see someone run a marathon? Heck yes I do. If I plan on doing this someday I'd like to see first hand what its all about. And it'd only be a slight bonus if I watch someone collapse of exhaustion. And her friend picked out a spot where we can see him twice while he's running... I'm hoping we make signs. For real... Sheila I love signs.

Connecticut. What a strange land. I had to ask Sheila where it is. Apparently I have a horrible sense of geography. I'm excited for the many photo ops Connecticut will bring. And meeting Sheila's oldest friends and family... I'm rather excited. Plus there may or may not be a apple pie eating contest and a bed race involved. I like the sounds of Connecticut. Very whimsical with their bed races (seriously who knew those existed?).

What do you think?

Are you looking at the number one pie eater?

True or false: Those cheeks can hold alot.

.: So Sweet :.

Anyone who knows me knows I have one great love in this world.

C A N D Y > And right now I'm feeling like I could live on candy. And I think I kinda do. Healthy? Not in the slightest. Delicious? Absolutely. Dont worry I floss.

My favorites right now? Thought you'd never ask.

1. Sour Punch Straws

Sure these badboys will make your mouth go in a sugar overload. But isnt that the point of good candy? I personally like to lick all the sour sugar off first. Seriously my mouth is watering just thinking about it.

2. Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Ok fine. Technically these arent candy. But seriously. Can you go wrong with these?

I think not.

3. Sweet Tart Jelly Beans

I literally lived off these last Easter. Sadly that is the only time I've been able to find them.

Trust me though. They are just as good as they sound. And why wouldnt they be? They combine the delicious sweet tart flavor in jelly bean form. I'm in candy heaven.

4. Mike and Ike Lemonade Blends

People. These are AMAZING!

Generally Mike and Ikes dont whip me into a frenzy. But I could eat these all day long. They are my favorite candy of the moment.

So there you have it. If you havent tried any of these please do. You wont regret it.

No Entrance

I just need to change my laundry quickly before Conference starts. Last load and then I will have all clean clothes. I'll just run quickly downstairs to the laundry in the basement. I will maybe gone a minute. Tops.

Holy the guys on the first floor are loud. Oh... Careful of the narrow stairs. Falling down would be brutal.

This laundry room is such a dungeon. Weird that the light is off in the hallway instead of over the machines where you'd actually need light. Just need to throw my laundry from the washer to the dryer, paying the eight quarter toll.

Oh, back to the stairs. Can I count going up and down these a workout? I hate stairs. Thank goodness I only live on the second floor. I better hurry. Conference will be starting soon.

I reach out my hand to turn the door knob. Locked. Quickly I remember that while I liked to leave the door unlocked while at home, my other roommates tended to lock it. And no one is home. Sheila has been MIA for a few days, and Lauren just left a few minutes before I went to change my laundry. Crap.

My phone is in the apartment. Who carries their phone to change their laundry anyways? Again, maybe I need to learn to be more attached to my phone. If I were to leave the building to try and find a phone at the school I could use, I'm not sure it would do me much good. First off, I dont know anyone's phone numbers. The laziness of having a cell phone saw to that. Secondly, if I leave and take the chance of finding say one of my classmates at school, I still dont have my roommates phone numbers. Thirdly, if I leave and dont find anyone, then not only am I locked out of my apartment but I'm also locked out of the building.

So leaving is out of the question. If only I had a credit card or some other card to slide in the door. I have a small amount of skill with opening doors with cards. Call it a well rounded elementary education. But I also dont carry my wallet when I change my laundry. I seriously need to start carrying more things with me at all times.

I have a bobby pin I found in the washer. Maybe I could pick the lock. How hard could it be to pick a lock? You just shove the end of the bobby pin in, twirl it around, try to move it this way and that. Hmm... that doesnt appear to be doing anything. Crap.

I could go ask the guys on the first floor to help me. But they are loudly watching some sort of game. I really dont want to do that. I could just wait for Sheila to come home. She is probably watching conference at the church. But conference just started. That could be more than several hours till she comes home. I really dont want to be sitting outside my door for hours. Ok fine. Its decided. I need help. Man I wish I knew someone to help me. I guess I'll see if the girls in the upstairs apartment will let me email/facebook Sheila. She gets mobile facebook updates. Maybe she'll come home and save me. Oh I hope they're home.

M: "Hi. I live in the apartment downstairs and I'm locked out."

K: "Do want to come in and wait?"