letters of my life

Dear World,

2012-01-27T10:48:00.000-08:00

I mean.... I know people are reading these because I get view counts. But at the same time I secretly wonder if blogger is lying to me because no one ever comments. So are you there? Or am I just being funny for no reason?

Love,
Deidre

Dear Nan,

2012-01-26T12:47:00.000-08:00

Well... being home in Twin always means a trip to see my Grandma, commonly known as Nan. And if you go to visit Nan you have to help her open cans, change lights, and get things out of her car. Here is a nice picture of my mom grabbing some things out of Nan's van for her. (You bet my grandma drives that GIANT van... she is 93).

What does a 90 year old woman smell like?

----

Depends...

(credit for that joke goes to my sister in law Jo)

Love,

Deidre

Dear Tool,

2012-01-26T12:42:00.001-08:00

Thanks for the warning.

Love,
Deidre

Dear MLB,

2012-01-26T12:38:00.000-08:00

Get ready for the next big thing. I am going to brag about him because he wont do it himself. Adam pitched for a handful of scouts yesterday and did AMAZING. I just love to brag about him and tell everyone because I am so proud of him. He will probably get mad at me for posting this, but who cares? I am posting it because I want everyone to know how great he did!

Okay, so he threw a bullpen yesterday at practice and a bunch of scouts were there watching. They were watching a few guys pitch but as soon as Adam got in his groove they all ended up at his net with radar guns. How fast do you think he threw the baseball? 88 or 91? Nope. Guess again. He was sitting at 96 and even hit 97 a couple times! Once that started happening the scouts started to pull out their cameras and film him. Then they walked around to watch his mechanics. I am sure they were all shocked at how great because he just got back from a two year mission to Mexico in July! The majority of the scouts stayed until the very end of his bullpen and a few waited to talk to him after. They are all pumped to see him once season starts and he has a few letters waiting for him.

He is so happy and I am so proud of him.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Flowers,

2012-01-25T13:31:00.001-08:00

There is nothing better than coming home from work and seeing a rose on your doorstep. How did I get so lucky? I don't know... but I am keeping him!

Love,
Deidre

Dear Mean Girls,

2012-01-24T15:53:00.000-08:00

Sometimes I feel bad for Gretchen Wieners.

Love,
Deidre

Hey Everybody,

2012-01-23T15:26:00.001-08:00

Come see how good I look...

A lot of you have been asking how you can help me get ready for Miss Idaho. Well, this is your chance.

http://missamericaforkids.org/donate/deidreedmunds

Love,

Deidre

Dear Bloggers,

2012-01-20T08:28:00.000-08:00

Why are all of your blogs way cooler than mine? This will not do... I am inspired. Haleigh. Thanks for being a new blogger that makes me jealous every single time I go to you page. Mallory. Thanks for being so crafty all the time with your computer skills and making me feel slightly less domestic. Meg. Thanks for always looking so cute... maybe I should start washing my hair more often? Syd. Thanks for always being so cute and posting pictures of everything so I can see how adorable you and Spencer are all the time. Those are a few blogs I read. And love. And now I know what I must do...

UNDER CONSTRUCTION...

Love,
Deidre

Dear Fitness Gurus,

2012-01-19T15:33:00.001-08:00

I just want to say... I admire you. Figuring out diets and calories and writing down everything I eat is absolutely nuts. I don't know how all these people look so good all the time and are always so fit. I look through pinterest sometimes at night and see these women with amazing physiques. I applaud them. I know it takes hard work and dedication. That is something I am learning very quickly and I hope to see the results soon.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Skype,

2012-01-17T15:14:00.000-08:00

Thank you for creating moments like these...

A match made in heaven. Pinky promise.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Miss America,

2012-01-17T15:12:00.000-08:00

What a fantastic week it was to be in Las Vegas watching the Miss America pageant! After three nights of preliminaries and the final show Miss Wisconsin was crowned Miss America 2012! And I loved her. Honestly thought she was fantastic. Every night I would text Kyra and Meg to tell them when I thought and each night I said "Miss Wisconsin was good at ________" fill in the blank with whatever prelim she was competing in that night.

Our Miss Idaho, Genevieve Nutting was WONDERFUL. She was beautiful. She was fantastic. She impressed me so much. I was so proud of Gen. She is truly an incredible woman and she lit up the stage with every time she entered. Her talent was precise and beautiful, she looked elegant as ever in her gown, she had a rocking bod during swimsuit, and her on stage question was answered with a perfect exactness. I look up to Genevieve and hope I can follow in her footsteps.

Being at the pageant was an experience. Sometimes I was so overwhelmed with everything and competing at Miss Idaho in June and sometimes I got so pumped for the pageant. All I know is at this very moment I am more excited than ever to be competing for the title of Miss Idaho 2012.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Holidays,

2012-01-10T08:43:00.000-08:00

You might have been the death of me... getting work off and working from home for nearly two weeks made coming back to work the most difficult thing I ever had to do... Lucky for me I am leaving again today. Here is a brief holiday summary with detailed posts to come:

Drove home to Idaho with Mom
Eric gets home
Dad gets home
Merry Christmas Eve shopping for Mom from Dad (might be one of our longest standing traditions)
Christmas Eve Prime Rib
MERRY CHRISTMAS with Ham and Santa
Drive to Utah
Family fun for three days in Utah
Fly to California to be with my favorite man
Celebrate Adam's birthday just one day late
Disneyland
New Years with the Miller Family
Relaxing in 80 degree California weather
Fly back to Utah... only after being stuck on the tarmac for an hour and a half

Now here I am. Back in Utah. Back to real life. A rest of the week break starts this afternoon... Miss America here I come!

Love,
Deidre

Dear Walkers,

2011-12-20T12:29:00.000-08:00

A long time ago I wrote some campus rules for college... since graduating I have realized that rule #4 extends far beyond a campus. It extends to any sidewalk or aisle in the whole world. Especially if it is holiday shopping or a regular day at Costco... let's revisit that rule (anything campus has been removed because as I said.. it applies to everything), shall we?

Rule #4 - Walking, merging, and stopping. Let us talk about sidewalk etiquette. I am just going to go through a few key rules within this rule"
1. If you are going to chat with a friend, do not stop in the middle of a hall or sidewalk, kindly move to the side.
2. If you are going to merge in front of someone, do not slow down, stay at the same pace because it will cause a collision otherwise.
3. If you want to text, please do not text and walk at the same time unless you can clearly see you will not hit a single person.
4. Stay with the flow of traffic, do not walk extremely slow.
5. Do not cut someone off and then stop walking to talk.
6. When you are walking straight at somebody and one of you needs to move just pick a side and commit, you'll run into somebody half the time but they'll be the one feeling guilty for not picking the right way to go.

In addition....

7. Do not walk at a diagonal, and if you choose to please watch for oncoming traffic.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Gingerbread House,

2011-12-20T12:23:00.000-08:00

I must build one of you. So I can smash it to welcome the new year. We all remember how that goes, right?

Love,
Deidre

Dear Pageant Girls,

2011-12-20T12:18:00.001-08:00

I found the BEST swimsuit. Watch this video to see what you could be sporting this year!

Love,
Deidre

Dear Twin Falls School District,

2011-12-20T12:13:00.000-08:00

Coming and presenting at your schools has been a serious highlight of my year as Miss Magic Valley. I have loved coming and handing out awards, signing autographs, and talking to your student about the anti-bullying. The response has been extraordinary. I appreciate the constant support from the community. I love hearing about how the students at your school remember how I teach them to STAMP out bullying and how they are working hard to make their school a better place for everyone.

Stay away from bullies

Tell someone

Avoid bad situations

Make friends

Project confidence

It has been fun to be a part of your school and for the local news to capture and share my message as well. I can't wait to move forward as Miss Magic Valley and share my message further.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Haleigh,

2011-12-16T14:20:00.001-08:00

THIS ONE IS FOR YOU!
Thank you for reminding me that I am not boring.
But for reals.... I am going to blog real things.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Fail,

2011-11-22T10:19:00.001-08:00

Where in the world have I been? I was doing so great at blogging every day.

I'll be back. And with stories and details this time. Be prepared people.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Memories,

2011-11-15T11:26:00.000-08:00

I am so thankful for all the people in my life and the memories we have shared. You know the memories that just one word can remind you of a whole story? I am grateful for the moments when I can sit down and just laugh because of an old photo or smile because my friend texts me the word "Backstroke". That is what life is about. Remembering the good times and treasuring them forever.

The reason I am so grateful for memories today? In addition to MANY other happy and lucky days in my life, this little encounter right here...

Love,

Deidre

Dear Chicken,

2011-11-14T12:40:00.000-08:00

Or any kind of meat. Today I am thankful for meat. Chicken, beef, or pork. That seems like a weird thing to be thankful for.... but when you are on a raw foods diet with girls at your work you will understand. I mean, I like vegetables but I am starting to realize how much I really do like things that are made from animal. You can hate me or think that sounds harsh to all those chickens and cows... but come on people! How could you not love a good steak? Or Chick-fil-a? Or roast beef? Or Sweet and Sour chicken? Or a J Dawg? Or even a turkey sandwich? Once this week is over my life will be so much better.. Well. My life is good now. But I realize. I am thankful for a nice hamburger.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Veterans,

2011-11-11T09:33:00.000-08:00

I am thankful for every single veteran that has ever lived. I am thankful for the fights you fought for me and for this country. For the price you paid for OUR freedom. The United States of America is the country it is today because of you.

"On this 11th day of November we celebrate and honor the Veterans and those who have and continue to fight so hard for our country. Over 40 million men and women have fought and are fighting for our freedoms. Freedoms that can be so easy to forget we all have. Freedoms that we have been blessed with in our lives that in return give us the rights and privileges most people throughout the world do not have.

Today, I want to salute the men and women who have fought so hard for our freedom. They continue to fight each and every day so we can enjoy the rich blessings this great country provides to each and every one of us. President Ronald Reagan once said: "Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same." This is what the men of women of our armed forces continue to do every waking minute of our lives. Let us not forget this nor forget the great blessings we all have been blessed with. Let us honor and thank them today and always."

The people around me could not have said it better... We are ever so grateful for the things you have done.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Google,

2011-11-10T15:17:00.000-08:00

I am thankful for Google for many reasons. They have made my days much more entertaining with their random finds and gadgets on the home page. They have supplied me with Mystery Google and Google Analytic. But today they reminded once again why I am so thankful for them with their "I am going to guess what you are searching" feature. I went to type in "Why did Joe Pa get fired?" (I wanted more of the scoop since my AM radio went out this morning...) and this is what it guessed....

Thank you Google for that little chuckle. And thank you everyone who has wondered why Mormons are so hot so that Google would make that an important search.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Bed,

2011-11-09T07:34:00.000-08:00

I am thankful for a comfy place to rest my head each evening. I know this is something that seems so silly and unimportant, but I am grateful for a nice warm apartment with my own room. That way every night when I am tired I can go crawl into my bed and sleep like a rock. I don't have to sleep on a couch or an air mattress. I don't have to sleep on the floor. I know that every night when I retire to my bed I am retiring to a place that is comfy and will help me feel happy for the next day.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Ricola,

2011-11-08T08:27:00.000-08:00

Sorry... this weekend was long and tiring because I am sick so I did not post any thankful posts... I will make it up to you. Promise.

Today I am thankful for Ricola and their cough drops. There is nothing better during a cold. And I am thankful for whoever created cough drops in the first place.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Google Analytics,

2011-11-04T15:06:00.000-07:00

My friend posted what people searched to find her blog so I wanted to see what people searched to find my blog. Some make sense, some are super confusing. Actually, just one is REALLY confusing as to how it directed someone to my blog. See if you can spot which one makes no sense. Either way, here is the top 5 from Google Analytics... and Blogger.

GOOGLE ANALYTICS:

1. deidre edmunds

2. deejmb.blogspot,com

3. stripped ripped pirate shirt

4. biggest black booty

5. http://deejmbl.blogspot.com

BLOGGER:

1. stripped ripper pirate shirt

2. deejmb.blogspot,com

3. how do i make a zombie face for my ponkin, scary vampire pumpkins, scaryface in pumpkin, she never wear pants, vampire faces pumpkins, very scary zombie pumpkins (That is right... it was a SIX way tie)

Did you find the misplaced one? If you guessed deidre edmunds, you are right. How did that end up in there? Jokes! Biggest black booty? Really...? Hopefully someone else can make sense out of it.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Turkey,

2011-11-04T09:36:00.001-07:00

Stand your ground boy.... STAND your ground.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Friends,

2011-11-04T09:32:00.000-07:00

I am thankful for the friends I have. Over my 23 years I have met some of the most wonderful people on this planet. And I am lucky to call them my friends. I will just name some of the things that make me grateful for my friends (and they will probably not make any sense unless you were involved, but that is what makes life so exciting, right?) ...

The Drops and Shoshone Ice Cream
Breakfast was ready for me every day this week when I was running out the door
Denny's, Disneyland, Chick-fil-a
Three words.... "Ohhhhhh my gosh" which actually links to "I'm so FREAKING excited" and "SURPRISE"
There is always a good reason to play dress up
Parade driver
When I am having a hard time and a scripture, conference talk, or ensign article is given to me for guidance without them even knowing the entire situation
Singing to people on the sidewalk or yelling "YOU'RE IN LOVE"
I can say words like "backstroke", "Abra had a ham" and "white hat guy" and I know laughter will follow right away
There is always a request for me to be home so we can play
Painting the rock
Always a person to go to 9 Beans and a Burrito with me. Bean and cheese double wrap with a plate please.
Skype and Google Talk... and also Heytell, text messages, and late night phone calls
A nice dinner at Tucanos "I don't eat pork"
Sometimes I come home and my room is all clean and organized
No look camera night
Homemade videos to remember the random parties that we have when our parents leave us to babysit the young ones
"You're love keeps lifting me, love keeps lifting me, lifting me higher and higher and higher!"
Onsies
Birds of Prey
Random dance parties no matter where we are... apartment, street, car, parking garage
Spending time looking up circuits that we can teach other when we go work out together
Understanding of nap time
5:00 am is the time we run out of things and go to bed rather than the time we wake up
Magic fingers
Health food secrets. Whats in that shake?
Cupcake girls night and spa day

Why am I so lucky? I don't know... but I am.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints,

2011-11-03T08:51:00.000-07:00

I am thankful for the gospel.

I know that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is true. I know without a shadow of a doubt, and I am grateful for the experiences and blessings it has put in my life. I know that Joseph Smith is a true prophet and that he was called of God to restore this gospel. I know that we have a modern day prophet, President Monson, that is the Lord's mouthpiece. I know that conference is an opportunity for revelation today. I know that the Lord puts challenges in our lives to make us stronger. He knows when we are ready for growth and he will push us to our full potential. I know that the Book of Mormon is for my generation. I know that I am a daughter of God and he loves and cares for me. He knows my name and he wants me to succeed. I have great worth in his eyes.

My testimony is simple, but I know this church is true and I am grateful every day for being raised in a family that puts the gospel at high priority.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Family,

2011-11-02T09:02:00.001-07:00

I am so grateful for a family that is so wonderful, so loving, and always there for me. I am grateful for a family that has been there for me through the good times and the bad times. A family that isn't afraid to tell me "I told you so," when something wrong happens in my life but they were always telling me to do the right thing in the first place. I have a beautiful family that is there to support me when I am competing in my pageants or when I just want to have someone to talk to. The big moments and the small moments are always made the best moments because of my family.

I am grateful for growing up with three brothers that will protect me from "the-not-the-best" boys, taught me how to wrestle and play Street Fighter, taught me about sports, will call me just to chat or let me call them when I am having a bad day, that married wonderful women that I am lucky to call my sisters now, and always include me in the fun. I am grateful for my sisters-in-law and the examples they are to me. They are always there to give me the girl advice I need since I do not have any sisters.

I am grateful for my parents. They are the biggest supporters in my life. I love to spend time with them, they have let me crash so many of their date nights, and I am grateful for that. I am grateful for a Dad that has taught me to work hard and to never give up. He has shown me how important it is to find a man that loves me as much as he loves my Mother. My Dad is the most honest and motivated man I have ever met, and I hope I can have those qualities too. I am thankful for a Mom that is my best friend. She wants me to always be happy and always has time for a phone call with her daughter. She has taught me how to be charitable and to use my creativeness to the highest. She also taught me how to dress well. My Mom is the most giving, loving, and considerate woman. Someday I hope to be a Mom just like her.

I am grateful for 5 adorable nephews and 1 beautiful niece. They always can make me smile and make me feel like the most important person around. I never have a dull moment with them around.

I am GRATEFUL for my family. And I am grateful for the person they have helped me become.

Love,
Deidre

Dear November,

2011-11-01T07:55:00.000-07:00

The Thanksgiving countdown has arrived. I know Thanksgiving gets the holiday shaft, but it is one of my very favorite holidays ever. Not only do I get the chance to overeat and feel GREAT about it (rainbow jello... yum) but I also am reminded every day of why Thanksgiving is important. There are a one million things in my life that I am lucky to have, and I should be focusing on those things each day, so I am thankful for November and Thanksgiving to remind me of how blessed I really am. I cannot wait to share with you what I am very most thankful for every single day.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Google Analytics,

2011-10-31T15:46:00.000-07:00

Thank you for informing me that when I post sad or serious things I get less readers.... Back to funny Deidre. I need more readers or this blog will start to be a huge embarrassment for me (aka.. a huge blow to my ego).

Love,

Deidre

Dear MJ,

2011-10-31T08:30:00.000-07:00

Every Halloween starts with this gem. Thank you for giving it to all of us.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Halloween,

2011-10-31T07:56:00.000-07:00

Thank you for constantly terrifying me time and time again. Glad to see you are back this year.

Glad I work where they allow Halloween to be celebrated and admired.

I am dead.
Galdolph the White is walking around telling people "YOU SHALL NOT PASS".
A troll is in the cubicle next to me.
Waldo is around the corner, that is right people.... I know where he is.
There are a few cowboys and pirates roaming the hall.
Ken from Street Fighter is here.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Steven Curtis Chapman,

2011-10-28T09:49:00.000-07:00

Better words have not been sung. Thanks Risa for reminding me about this song with that nice little voice message.

Tomorrow morning if you wake up

And the sun does not appear,

I will be here.

If in the dark we lose sight of love,
Hold my hand and have no fear,
‘Cause I will be here.

I will be here when you feel like being quiet;
When you need to speak your mind, I will listen.
And I will be here when the laughter turns to crying;
Through the winning, losing, and trying, we’ll be together,
‘Cause I will be here.

Tomorrow morning if you wake up
And the future is unclear,
I will be here.

As sure as seasons are made for change,
Our lifetimes are made for years,
So I will be here.

I will be here when you feel like being quiet;
When you need to speak your mind, I will listen.
And I will be here when the laughter turns to crying;
Through the winning, losing, and trying, we’ll be together,
‘Cause I will be here.

I will be here, so you can cry on my shoulder;

When the mirror tells us we’re older, I will hold you.

And I will be here to watch you grow in beauty,
And tell you all the things you are to me;
I will be here.

I will be true to the promise I have made,
To you and to the One who gave you to me.

As sure as seasons are made for change,
Our lifetimes are made for years,
So I, I will be here.
We'll be together and I will be here.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Faith and Fears,

2011-10-27T13:15:00.001-07:00

Someday I will learn....

Love,
Deidre

Dear Boring Evening,

2011-10-27T07:35:00.000-07:00

If there is one thing I learned last night, it is that I can make any night exciting. Rather than sit around my apartment snacking, because let's be honest, that is what I usually do, I decided to take matters into my own hands.

ONE FANTASTICALLY NON-BORING EVENING.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Regret,

2011-10-26T15:40:00.001-07:00

You are the suckiest. That isn't a real word.... so let me put it in different terms. I hate you.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Winning,

2011-10-25T07:45:00.000-07:00

I WON! I won a wonderful giveaway from a blog. Who would've thought? Want to see the blog I won from?

http://mysideispinker.blogspot.com/

Isn't this girl adorable? Well.. she is just as fantastic on the inside.

Love,

Deidre

Dear You Know Who You Are,

2011-10-25T07:44:00.000-07:00

I am sorry for what I did. You didn't deserve it. I was scared. I should have listened more at conference when they said, "Avoid fear like it is your worst enemy." I know that now. I hope you will let me make it up to you, because I am willing to do whatever it takes. You deserve the best.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Love and Beauty,

2011-10-25T07:32:00.000-07:00

Better suggestions have never been given...

Love,

Deidre

Dear Halloween,

2011-10-24T07:23:00.000-07:00

What should I be?

Campbell's soup can?

Lego people?

Katniss?

Black Swan?

Any other options?

Love,

Deidre

Dear Man Next To Me On The I-15,

2011-10-21T08:05:00.000-07:00

I certainly was flattered by you straining your neck to get a good look at me the second time I passed by you. Next time, would you prefer I wave?

Love,

Deidre

Dear Onsie,

2011-10-20T08:35:00.000-07:00

After a 15 minute test run throughout Target, it was decided you are good for running, skipping, rolling, jumping, dancing, and just making me look good in general. You were a WISE purchase.

I won't be getting cold this year once the Utah winter of death hits.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Boys,

2011-10-19T15:24:00.000-07:00

Let me teach you a little something. If a girl says "Call me when you get a chance, I have something important I want to talk to you about." Do NOT take a week to talk to her. And when you do talk to her, do NOT just treat it like small talk. And when she asks why she has not heard from you, do NOT say "I have been really busy and just forgot to call you back." And when she asks you if you can talk because there are some things that need to be said, do NOT say "I will call you if I can find some time."

Treat her like a real person. Treat her with the respect she deserves, the respect any human being deserves. In fact. This lesson is not just for boys. It is for girls, it is for men and women, it is for teenagers, it is for adults, it is for EVERYONE. Learn how to treat people with respect. Learn how to be decent to the people around you. We all need to learn how to communicate and be civil to the people around us.

Someone prove me wrong. Please. I would love to be proved wrong at this very moment.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Ellen,

2011-10-18T13:08:00.000-07:00

This video montage is the moment I fell in love.... I watched Ellen with my mom every once and awhile when I was home. Sometimes I would catch it down at college. I watched when my friend's dance crew (We Are Heroes) was invited to be on it. But then I watched this video and I realized just how much I was missing in not CONSTANTLY watching your show.

Hilarious. Genius. I spent probably 5 hours watching heaps and heaps of the other random clips. Here are some of the favorites.

Alright. Yep. I always and forever now watch the Ellen Show. Want to be her, want to meet her. She is what I like to call a "high-ten-larious". Winning!

Love,

Deidre

Dear Verizon,

2011-10-18T12:47:00.001-07:00

Remember when you used to offer me hours of entertainment on my very first cell phone?

No need to reblog it people. I just wanted to have a moment of silence for my old phone with the sparkly pink cover and the many snakes I killed playing the game.

RIP.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Pumpkin,

2011-10-18T07:33:00.000-07:00

Glad that carving you has become a crazy Halloween tradition. The first person that thought to carve a scary face into a pumpkin to keep the vampires and ghosts away was brilliant. That is why jack-o-lanterns were created, right? I always make sure I carve a really scary face in my pumpkin. That way I don't have to worry about any robbers, zombies, vampires, felons, dinosaurs or bad men trying to break into my house. The second they see my pumpkin they run.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Boo-ed,

2011-10-17T12:54:00.000-07:00

Have you even been "BOO-ED"? Well, my roommates and I got boo-ed the other day. It is sort of like Christmas but in October. Someone comes, rings your doorbell, and leaves you a YUMMY treat on your step with a poem. The poem usually goes something like this:

The phantom ghost has come to town

To leave some goodies... I see you've found.

If you wish to make this a happier fall...

Continue this greeting, this phantom call.

First, post this Phantom where it can be seen,

And leave it there until Halloween.

This will scare other Phantoms who may visit.

Be sure to participate, you don't want to miss it!

Second, make two treats & two copies from

www.beenbooed.com

Deliver them to two neighbors, try to stay calm.

Don't let them see you, be sneaky, no doubt

And make sure they put their Phantom Ghost out!

Next, you have only one day to act, so be quick!

Leave it at doors where the Phantom hasn't hit.

Deliver at dark when there isn't much light...

Ring the doorbell and run, and stay out of sight!!

And last, but not least, come join in the season.

Don't worry, be happy, you need no good reason.

This is all in good fun and we are just trying to say...

Happy Halloween & Have a Great Day!

Then you hang up this sign in your window and go BOO someone else. It actually was one of the most exciting parts of Halloween growing up. I am glad we got BOO-ED so I could keep living my childhood dreams.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Fall,

2011-10-17T10:36:00.000-07:00

Welcome. I have been awaiting your arrival. Reasons why? Let me tell ya.

1st. Boots. There is nothing better than putting on my fuzzy socks and my boots every single day. My wardrobe gets way better once everything starts to cool off. Cardigans, boots, scarfs, and jackets. Yes please.

2nd. Candy corn. Now I know this is only around Halloween time, but it is the start of everything I love. Because once October 1st rolls around the holidays roll around. Halloween to Thanksgiving to Christmas... also known as my three most favorite holidays! Win.

3rd. Football season. College football = love.

4th. Different colors on the mountains. There is nothing more beautiful than the trees changing colors. I look forward to the fall season every single year. It is perfect.

5th. Pumpkin. Pie, Seeds, Cookies, Bars, Soup, Bread. Pumpkin.

6th. Soup. I can eat soup and not feel like a weirdo. When it is 90 degrees outside soup is not the best idea. When it is -9 degrees outside soup is perfect.

Now I realize a lot of the things I love have to do with food. So.... gym, watch out, here I come. I guess that is a bonus of all those layers? Just kidding. But seriously. Fall season, I am glad you could finally join us here in Utah.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Blogspot Stats,

2011-10-16T23:34:00.000-07:00

There is nothing worse than seeing my stats drop tremendously over the weekend.... 70 views down to 18? How embarrassing. I better start thinking of funny and interesting things to post asap. Who has some ideas for me? I mean... I will think of my own things if I have to....

Love,

Deidre

Dear Double Drip,

2011-10-15T09:13:00.000-07:00

There is nothing quite like being in Twin Falls. Thank you for the last 38 hours and all you have given me...

Time with the family.
The opportunity to do two anti-bullying assemblies.
A movie night watching Footloose.
Cinncinati Chili.
9 Beans and Burrito.
Seeing my best friend Sarah Scissor Cut.
Free laundry.

See you next month.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Provo Parking Police,

2011-10-13T12:43:00.001-07:00

This is what you get for giving me a ticket anytime my car was one inch into the red.

BOOM. ROASTED!

Love,

Deidre

Dear Interweb,

2011-10-13T07:41:00.001-07:00

Watch out! Deidre Edmunds is in the building. I have a blog, I have a Pinterest, I have Facebook, I have LinkedIn, I have Instagram, I have Google+, and I just joined THE TWITTER. I truly have arrived.

My Blog - Letters of my Life (You are currently looking at my blog, in case you aren't aware):

This is the place you can actually find out the most accurate everything about me. I usually post the most honest things here.

Pinterest:

This is where you can find all the things that I think are funny, want in a house, want to look like, want to eat, and want for Christmas (in case you need to buy me something...)

Facebook:

This is where you can find my photos. And my funny jokes. All in a quick summary of a timeline, that is right, I use Facebook timeline. It is more like a brief summary that is less detailed of my blog.

LinkedIn:

Resume. That is all I know how to do on there.

Instragram:

Nothing. Lets be honest, I don't know how to use it.

Google+:

Should be cool once I actually understand it as well.

The Twitter:

You can find lots of tweets. And you can follow me because I currently look like a loser, not okay.

So as I said. I HAVE ARRIVED! Watch out world. The deejmbl is in the house.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Birthday,

2011-10-12T13:22:00.001-07:00

Needless to say 23 has been good to me so far. I just quickly wanted to recap my day of birth for anyone who cares, since I said I would.

Woke up ( I know everyone starts their day with waking up, but I still feel like it is important to include that in my day so no one thinks I slept in...)

Got ready

Went to work

Was surprised (but not surprised since it happens to everyone at One on One) with balloons and a cute card and gift card to cold stone

Was actually surprised with some flowers from my parents

Worked some

Ate lunch

Left work after lunch because I get a half day off on my birthday, thank you ONO

Went home

Chatted with my roommate

Went and got a pedicure at New Nails (the flower looks bomb)

Went home

Took a nap

Woke up

Got some pretty flowers from a nice boy

Went to dinner with some besties (thanks for paying again McKay)

Was given more flowers from Cassidy and James

Got a fun gift that lasts all month from Michelle

Went home

Had a cute visitor that brought me a cake (he might have been slightly embarrassed since there was already a cake sitting on my counter, but he wrote my name out in skittles on top.. cute)

Friends came over for cake

Got a baseball signed by the entire BYU Baseball team (from the same adorable boy that got me flowers, what a winner)

Chatted the night away

Went to bed

BEST day.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Air Mattress,

2011-10-12T09:23:00.000-07:00

Thank you for two things.

1. For supplying a comfy place for my dear best friend Risa to lay her head during her weekend in Utah.

2. For supplying me endless amusement in my time of delusion.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Exercise,

2011-10-10T13:19:00.001-07:00

That is about it.

Love,

Deidre

Dear 23,

2011-10-07T15:16:00.001-07:00

No... not Michael Jordan, but wouldn't that be sweet for me to be writing him a letter? 23 is my age now. Remember when I thought 20 and 22 (apparently I didn't turn 21, which is weird because I am pretty sure I did... no blog post about it though. Use your imagination people) were old? Awwkkkkward!

I am 23. But I still act like I am 12. Funny how that works. Birthday post to come in the very near future, which really means I don't feel like loading up the pictures right now.

Love,

Deidre

Dear J Dawgs,

2011-10-05T13:23:00.000-07:00

Remember last year when you brought hundreds of hot dogs to feed the Cougars for a homecoming celebration kick off after the opening ceremonies? Remember how Michelle and I weren't wearing blue but we still got to eat a delicious hot dog and see Cosmo?

Well we remember and so does the rest of BYU thanks to the Daily Universe.

Winning.

Too bad we are both alumni now and weren't on campus to see our picture in the paper.

Love,

Deidre

Dear FHE,

2011-10-05T10:51:00.001-07:00

This Monday was by far one of the very best activities. Not only did we get to be artistic, but we got to use chalk, we got to draw murals of our choosing on the wall in the garage, and we got to have a competition. My team was all on board to use our imagination for our mural in the "Chalk Mural Competition". I think our artistic abilities really shined above the rest.

The unicorn, compliments of the only boy on our team, won the competition for us. It was a great day because we all know how much I love unicorns and winning. Plus, I got a delicious treat for winning...

What is better than a Snickers bar with peanut butter? Nothing.

Love,

Deidre

Dear B Whit,

2011-10-04T11:46:00.001-07:00

What happened to your car?

Love,

Deidre

Dear Miss America Organization,

2011-10-03T09:48:00.001-07:00

Happy 90th birthday! I feel so lucky to be a part of an organization so rich in tradition that supports young woman everywhere. Who would have thought 90 years later this pageant would have grown from a swimsuit competition into a scholarship program, awarding the most amount of woman's scholarships anywhere, and has blessed the lives of so many. I am so proud to say I have competed within this organization. Thank you for helping shape me into the woman I am today. This pageant system has turned me into a girl who just want day to day exploring and learning, to a woman who cares about physical fitness, wants to read the morning newspaper to see what is happening in the world, and loves to serve her community and promote a platform that is dear to her heart. Thank you for the opportunities and for showing me my potential.

As I am looking through my blog posts I realize I never have shared my most recent pageant experience.

In July I was crowned Miss Magic Valley, and I have never been so excited in my whole life. That sounds silly, but if you know the history of my pageanting, it makes more sense. miss Magic Valley is the pageant that got me started.

After my senior year a woman in my ward asked if I wanted to compete. A few of my dance teachers had been Miss Magic Valley so I thought it would be a great experience. I went, competed, failed miserably. But I loved the experience.

After my freshman year of college the same woman called me. They needed one more girl to compete and she thought I would do really well this time. I thought, what the heck? I will do it. I went to compete and loved every second of it once again. I ended up winning talent and interview prelims, but I placed 1st runner up. That was really hard for me. I didn't understand why I had lost, but I also knew I had done my best. Later that year I was invited to compete at Miss Tri Counties, failed miserably and vowed to never do a pageant again. Still later in the year I was asked one more time to come compete in a pageant, Miss Falls Valley. It took me a long long time to decide if I wanted to try again and after many phone calls I decided I would. I went, and I won! I was crowned Miss Central Idaho. It was so exciting. That year I was able to go to Miss Idaho where I fell in love with pageants.

I ended up not winning Miss Idaho and not being eligible to compete at Miss Magic Valley again, which broke my heart, I decided to do an open pageant. I competed at Miss Capitol City where I was 1st runner up, which was hard for me. But I thought I would try Miss Falls Valley again. And I won! I was crowned Miss Southeast Idaho. Once again I returned to Miss Idaho. Loved every second of it.

I ended up not winning Miss Idaho again, but I was able to go watch Miss America with my mother. It was an incredible experience. Once again, I wasn't able to try for my local title of Miss Magic Valley so I went to compete at Miss Capitol City. I knew that I could succeed and I could do better if I tried again. After watching Miss America I knew this was something I wanted and I could accomplish. And I won!

Going back to Miss Idaho this last year was a huge eye opener for me. I am glad I went. I made leaps and bounds from my previous years competing. Before I had HUGE things to work on, but because I had worked so hard to fix that it is easier to see the small details I need to fix. I worked a lot on my platform and with my director on my walking and modeling. At the end of the week Miss Idaho went to Genevieve Nutting. It could not have gone to a more dedicated and deserving woman. She is incredible and I cannot wait to go support her at Miss America this year. She has a special spot in my heart.

So after all of this I had to really think... as much as I love this program, is competing again worth it? Do I really want to try one more time? The local director for Miss Magic Valley said she would love to have me compete, and there was my answer. I got into this program because of Miss Magic Valley and I wanted NOTHING more than to represent my community and to be Miss Magic Valley. From the very beginning that is what I have wanted. The other titles were fantastic and helped me learn and grow, but none of them were made for the place that I grew up and loved so much. Miss Magic Valley was my dream and it was the reason I got involved. So there I was, competing once again for the title that I wanted and wished for so badly.

I wish I could tell you every detail of everything that was going on in my head, but all I can remember is how nervous I was. I did not think I would win. There were so many beautiful and talented woman competing against me. The experience was one of a kind, and when my name was announced as the new Miss Magic Valley, I felt sheer joy. I cannot wait to represent my community at the Miss Idaho pageant in June. I am excited to spend more time with my sister title holder, Miss Canyon Rim, Kristina Nye, and both of our teens, Lauren Smith, Miss Magic Valley's Outstanding Teen (my little sister and favorite girl, she is adorable and she is going to do AMAZING at Miss Idaho's Outstanding Teen), and Abby Bitzenberg, Miss Canyon Rim's Outstanding Teen. I look forward to becoming more fit. To learning about the world around me. And, the very best part, going to activities in my community, being involved with the people that helped shape my life, and promoting my platform of anti-bullying and respect at schools and businesses. I am so thrilled for the year ahead and I appreciate all the love and support I have received along the way.

Lauren and Me.

My FANTASTIC parents and I, taking our traditional post crowning photo.

Being crowned Miss Magic Valley.

Driving the train at the Perrine Bridge Festival.

Judging 4H at the Shoshone Fair.

Promoting my platform, STAMP Out Bullying at Summit Elementary.

"Trophy Barbie" at Joe Mama's Car Show.

Making everyone happy with FREE SCHWANS ICE CREAM at Joe Mama's Car Show.

With Miss Twin Falls at the Perrine Bridge Festival.

All my love,

Deidre

Dear Dirty Dash,

2011-09-29T09:51:00.000-07:00

I feel like you and I together, along with my girls Cass and Steph, have made the Mud Gods proud. And probably the Fitness Gods as well.

I had taken a working out sabbatical, so this race was the perfect kick off to get my hiney in gear. After a month and a half of pure laziness after the Miss Idaho/Miss Magic Valley health kick (that is right... I stopped working out the day of the pageant and didn't step a foot in the gym or watch what I was eating... I basically was one of the seven deadly sins) my workouts started again on September 1. So this last weekend when I ran in the dirty dash I quickly found out running a race, whether it be 2K, 5K, or 10K, needs a little more than hardly-a-month's prep. Although running uphill for a long time was super tiring, running up a muddy hill in a heard of 100s of piglets made it worth it. Imagine this.

Uphill through the mud, diving through mudpits, coming to a muddy terrain which requires a rope to get out of (which is also muddy and very slippery), jumping over hay bails, jumping over double hay bails, shimmying through muddy tubes, scurrying through crowds of mud monsters, climbing over walls, sliding under walls,

trying to escape from quickmud (like quicksand... but squishy), diving through muddy pools of water, jumping in muddle puddles, go down a huge muddy slip-n-slide, coming to the finish line through a mud lake of fun and adventure.

There you have it. I have never felt so good being dirty. I will return, and next year... I will train a little bit more before.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Mr. Barrister Tony Abbas,

2011-09-28T12:07:00.000-07:00

I just received your email about your inheritance you wish to share with me. Thank you so much for contacting me all the way from Nigeria and offering to give me $1,000,000.00. I appreciate your kind soul and considerate heart so very dearly. I will look forward to getting your check in the mail. It must be my lucky yea because not only will you be sharing your inheritance with me, but Mr. Isaac Gozie is giving me all the money from a dormant bank account, Mr. Riccardo Varanini is giving me money from his foundation, and Mr. Alfred Udeh is sharing his lottery winnings with me. Looks like I am sitting pretty. And people said making money was hard....

Love,

Deidre

Dear Base Jumper,

2011-09-14T13:27:00.000-07:00

I was excited to go participate at the Perrine Bridge Festival as Miss Magic Valley. The opportunity to meet new friends, watch the base jumpers, sign a few autographs, and drive the train sounded like a great appearance to begin with.

But I will admit that the festival would not have been complete without you. From the moment I got there and the first comment from you was "Miss Magic Valley, huh? So that means there isn't a Mister? Well... there is room for two in this suit!" I knew it would be quite the day. Ending with you asking for my autograph with all the little girls, inviting me to a "fancy" dinner at Elevate, telling me I "had you at hello" and that you had "never met a real woman". Thank you for making my appearance a little more exciting than it would have been. Here is to hoping I see you next year Hansel.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Emotional Rollercoaster,

2011-09-13T09:23:00.000-07:00

You make me sick. Please let me off?

Love,

Deidre

Dear Woman In My Home Ward,

2011-09-01T09:10:00.000-07:00

Sometimes I sit around and wonder, "Why do I live like this? Is what I am doing really making any difference? Does anyone care if I wear sleeves on my shirt? Does anyone notice that I want to do service? Will it matter if I just live my life and bend the rules a little?" I am in no way saying I am better than anyone around me. I know I have flaws, lots of flaws, and I know there are lots of things I need to work on every single day. But there are so many days when I wonder if life would be more exciting if I just lived on the edge... Then I get a message like this from my mom, "So and so asked how your pageant stuff was going on Sunday. She said that her girls saw your picture in the paper and said Mom she is dressed modestly. She said my girls just love her and look up to her." And that is when I realize... this is why I live the way I do. This is why I strive every day to be a little better. Whether or not I am living perfect, I know I am growing and I know I am setting an example for young girls around me. Thank you for the reminder and thank you for letting me be an example to your daughter and including me in your family's life. Your girls are the reason I want to be better.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Life As I Know It,

2011-08-25T12:21:00.000-07:00

There are so many things I could say right now. I feel like things have been up and down and back and forth. Just when things start to get comfortable, here comes another curve ball. I feel lucky for the family I have been blessed with and the great job I was able to get. Things will all work out in the long run, right? I know these ramblings won't make sense. But I will end with this quote, because I think it explains a lot of my feelings right now. It might give you a little insight into me being M.I.A. for months.

"Just when all seems to be going right, challenges often come in multiple doses applied simultaneously. When those trials are not consequences of your disobedience, they are evidence that the Lord feels you are prepared to grow more. He therefore gives you experiences that stimulate growth, understanding, and compassion which polish you for your ever lasting benefit."

— Richard G. Scott

Love,

Deidre

Dear iPhone,

2011-08-25T12:18:00.000-07:00

I am sorry to here about your CEO resigning, end of an era? We hope not. My love and support goes out to your company through this transition. I just wanted to say one more thing. Thank you for making my days a little more convenient. I never knew I would enjoy using a smart phone so much. Your only downfall so far is Facebook... but I am going to blame that on Facebook and not Apple due to the love hate relationship that has been developed over the last few months.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Housing,

2011-07-31T20:59:00.000-07:00

There is nothing I hate more than you at this very moment. First of all... why are you so overpriced? Just because you have a washer and dryer doesn't mean you should be allowed to jack your price up $100. Not okay. Also, why do you make it so difficult for a single individual to just move into a nice apartment? Whenever I find a good option it has just been sold. Really? Not okay. Then when I find a good apartment that is not sold my potential roommate plans on housing her three cats. Not okay. And all these applications... what is that? Since when does my shoe size, favorite Spice Girl, and the length I can hold my breathe make me a valid candidate for an apartment? Not okay. I thought we had gotten over this "hard to find housing" situation when I paid my dues during my undergrad years. Guess not... I can't believe you are making my life miserable once again. Treating me like we never had something special. Please just let me find a good place to rest my head each night. I really am not a fan of being homeless. Let's work something out? Thanks.

Love,

Deidre

Dear People Out There,

2011-05-26T07:40:00.000-07:00

Remember how, once again, I disappeared forever? Sorry about that. My life has been on play and there has not been much time for pauses... Actually, correction, my life has been on fast forward!

Here are the things that have been happening in my life.

I graduated from BYU, packed up all my things, and moved out.
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My niece was just born. Lucille Ann Edmunds, adorable.
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Miss Idaho is just around the corner. A few weeks ago was Miss Idaho orientation, which was fantastic. Besides that, lots of prep. Working on my talent and fitness, practicing interviewing, and all those other things. I cannot WAIT to be at Miss Idaho in a little over a week.
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In my time at home I have been quest teaching in the Twin Falls School District. Great experience, great kids.

I am really enjoying everything I have going on. Life has been GREAT since graduation and I cannot wait to see what is next.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Finals,

2011-04-19T12:24:00.000-07:00

Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more. Two more.

...

I can DO THIS.
Graduation, here I come.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Divine Comedy,

2011-04-13T09:26:00.001-07:00

You nailed it.
You know me so well.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Miss Capitol City,

2011-04-11T18:22:00.000-07:00

As some of you may have heard, or maybe you haven't, I was recently crowned Miss Capitol City!

I could not be more excited to be back at Miss Idaho this year. A lot more work and effort has gone into pageantry on my end. I never realized how little I was doing to prepare. This year is going to be a lot better I think. New dance, still in the works. New swimsuit, still on the way. New dress, still to be fitted. New interview outfit, still needing alterations. New Deidre... well, not new new Deidre, same personality, better fitness? We will go with that. One more month until orientation and two more months until the Miss Idaho.

Some of you have been asking how you can help. If at all possible, the way you can help is by donating to my Children's Miracle Network account.

https://www.missamericaforkids.org/m.aspx?i=17366BB6C9C964

Every contestant is required to raise money to be eligible to compete. That money then goes to helping sick children in the local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Not only would I appreciate your donations, but so would the kids you are helping and their families! It is such a great cause and I love that the Miss America Organization has teamed up with them. If all my friends donated a dollar or two, I would reach my goal in no time. Thank you for all of your love and support. I am proud to be your Miss Capitol City 2011!

Love,

Deidre

Dear Mitt,

2011-04-11T18:20:00.001-07:00

You believe in America. I believe in you. 2012 election, here we come.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Omniture Summit Event,

2011-04-11T18:16:00.000-07:00

Getting the opportunity to work at a multi-million dollar event was so great. I feel lucky to go to a school where we can get these sorts of opportunities, and a school that has a nice reputation so companies will hire an event planning class to work.

It was interesting to see how this huge conference was run. I loved every second of it. It was that event that made me realize I love the profession I am going into. Not everyone is cut out for running around and standing on their feet all day long. Not everyone enjoys a high stress, high pressure situation. Not everyone looks forward to working long hours just to see something come together. I however, am not everyone... I enjoy running around, multi tasking, high pressure, and seeing one major event come together. I cannot wait to graduate in two weeks and get out there into an event planning career.

Love,

Deidre

Dear March Madness,

2011-04-11T18:15:00.000-07:00

Well... considering the tournament is done and my bracket was destroyed there is not much for me to say. Loved the upsets, loved the games. Can't wait to see your next year.

Xoxo. Miss you already.

Love,

Deidre

Dear BYU Basketball,

2011-03-15T17:51:00.000-07:00

I have really enjoyed watching all the games this season. Michelle and I made it a point to go to as many games as we could, which was hard because Utah Flash took over our lives for quite awhile. I am proud to be a Cougar. And I am pumped for March Madness. BYU got a good spot.

Gotta love the Cougars!

Love,

Deidre

Dear Gingerbread House,

2011-03-15T14:06:00.001-07:00

Every year growing up my family (meaning my Mom while we all hung out) built a gingerbread house. I always remembered building a gingerbread house, but I never remembered what we did with the creation post the holiday season. Over break, I found out what we did. And when I say break I mean Christmas break, which proves how late this post is in coming. My Mom did the cutest thing, she compiled all of the old home videos onto DVDs so we could all have them to watch. One video that came up every year was the annual smashing of the gingerbread house. That is how my family went about bringing in the new year. So after my great gingerbread house date with Conner in which we made this gem (it was also the best looking house of them all)...

... I was wondering what I was going to do with it after the holiday season finished. Those videos were my answer. Hence the gingerbread house smashing Nic and I participated in here...

... this is going to be a great tradition.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Darth Vadar

2011-03-15T14:02:00.000-07:00

I am a Belieber too.. no big deal.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Friday,

2011-03-15T13:56:00.000-07:00

We we we so excited. We gonna have a ball today.

*Warning: This could be the worst music video and song of all time? Enjoy the lyrics.*

Love,

Deidre

Dear World,

2011-03-11T13:05:00.000-08:00

I am still here. I have a lot to catch you peeps up on. Posts to come.

Gingerbread Smashing
BYU Basketball
Miss Capitol City
March Madness
Adobe-Omniture Summit Event

I am sure there are other things.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Valentines Day,

2011-02-16T07:45:00.000-08:00

Remember how I was determined to have a bad Valentines Day this year? That sounds super depressing, angry, and/or bitter. A large majority of my friends now have husbands, fiances, or boyfriends. So being single this year was going to be a little weird and, well, lonely. Now I just sound like I am whining. But remember how I have the BEST family and friends and my Valentines Day was amazing? Imagine coming home after work to a room covered in hearts, with flowers, a cute decoration, and cards from your nephews. That is what I got. My brother Ryan and his family made sure that I had the best Valentines Day. Beyond that, my mom never fails and sent the traditional carmel chocolate heart. It has not come yet, but she promised me it is on the way, and that alone made me happy. Last I went out to dinner with a few of the girls. Good time, no great time. Happy Valentines Day everyone.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Weepies,

2011-02-10T10:56:00.000-08:00

I was looking at some of my blogs that belong to my friends and I found this little gem in one of Megan's posts. First of all, I love the Weepies. Second of all, I love the movement in the video. I am amazed that someone drew all of this.

*Warning: This video is actually heartbreaking.*

Love,
Deidre

Dear Tea Party,

2011-02-09T23:21:00.000-08:00

Two of my friends, Mikelle and Nicole, turned 22 this month. So we [ Michelle Cole and I] got all the girls together for a birthday social at The Chocolate (which was delicious).

Here are the invitations we made.

Some pictures from during the evening.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Creative Side,

2011-02-09T13:18:00.001-08:00

I have just been in a mood to craft. For some reason I just want to do crafts [well crafts and have a dance party, I have been in a dancing mood] all day every day. My favorite crafting website currently? PS. I made this. It is full of gems. Ideas for clothing, earrings, decorations, the list is endless.

Maybe as I make crafts I will post them up here for you to see.
Crafter for life.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Weekend,

2011-02-07T09:42:00.001-08:00

A very enjoyable weekend? Yes. I had a lot of fun with friends and family. A very productive weekend? No. I got about 10% of the schoolwork done that I was supposed to, so that is always promising.

Thursday (that is right, my weekend starts Thursday basically thanks to no class on Friday) I went out to surprise my nephew Dallyn and watch his basketball game. Little kids playing basketball is actually really entertaining. After that I went over to their home to play with all the boys, Dallyn wanted to show me something, Smith wanted me to play the Wii, and Lars wanted to play trucks. Kari Dawn wasn't feeling well and Ryan was working late so I was glad I could be of some entertainment to the boys so they weren't bothering her heaps. They fed me too, 50 nugget bucket for the whole family. After that I just came home and visited some friends, relaxed, and got into bed early.

Friday I woke up for a study group. My commercial recreation class has a case study due on Tuesday, so Johnny, Futi, Michelle, and I got together to finish it up. After that I went to work, then Michelle and I went to the Flash office, and then Chick Fil A because we had both been craving it. We ran into a buddy, Tyson Camps, and ended up sitting in the mall food court for about two hours chatting. Once that was done we went home and got ready for the evening's festivities. Hannah Lockhart moved to Washington DC (she is going to rock out there) so we went to her going away party and then we met up with Amanda Dayley for the Black Tie Event. It was way fun. I always love a good dance party.

Saturday I slept in a little. When I got up Michelle came over so we could study and go take our marketing midterm. After that we went to the BYU game and sat with Ryan and my nephews. BYU won. It was a good game. Then I went home and cleaned some while I figured out my evening plans. I ended up going out to dinner and to play the XBox Kinect with Jameson. I feel like the Kinect could be the greatest invention... just saying.

Sunday I slept in a lot. I always try to on fast Sunday because church is so late and I get so hungry. I woke up and went to church. We got a new Bishop and 1st counselor. I am so grateful for Bishop Owens and Brother Savage and for all of the wonderful things they have done for me. They are amazing men and have been great over the last year and a half. I am excited to get to know Bishop Porter and Brother Hughes. During the third hour we did a "shoe date". All the girls took off one shoe and put it in a basket for the boys to pick one for a date. Michael Bunn drew my shoe. I am excited to get to know him better. After church I went to Salt Lake City with Taylor and Ethan. We went to Taylor's house (and his friend's Scott for a little) to watch the Super Bowl. Taylor's parents made the most wonderful food. It was great. After that I just came home to call my family and get ready for the new week.

Overall, great weekend. I had a great time.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Photo-lookers,

2011-02-07T09:39:00.000-08:00

Remember how a little while ago I posted some head shots taken by Aaron and Alan? Well here are a few more that got sent to me the other day. Enjoy.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Eric Edmunds,

2011-02-03T21:11:00.000-08:00

Happy birthday brother!

I just want you to know how amazing and wonderful I think you are. I am really glad that we have become such good friends over the last few years. You mean a lot to me. Thank you for taking the time to chat on the phone. Thank you for taking a 24 hour trip with me to go watch Elton John. Thank you for watching movies with me when we are both home. Thank you for buying dinner when we'd go out. Thank you for having a high kick contest over Christmas break. Thank you for always making me laugh. Thank you for helping find new cool music and always updating my ipod with sweet tunes. I am lucky to have you in my life. You are an amazing friend and an even better brother. You are hard working, dedicated, and loyal. You have been a great example to me of taking the time to enjoy what is around me and figuring out what suites me best. I love you very much. Hope your birthday was the best.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Enya,

2011-01-31T07:50:00.001-08:00

After a really long night of driving around, we didn't have much to do. So we [Michelle, Sarah, Nic, and I] decided to have a dance party. The dance party then turned into a costume party. The costume party then turned into an evening of making music videos and making fools of ourselves. Overall, I would say it was successful. Thank you for making this music video possible with your inspiring music.

Words can't much describe this evening, so hopefully the video conveyed it all.

Love,

Deidre

Dear SDSU,

2011-01-26T22:38:00.000-08:00

Think you are keeping that #4 spot?

FREDETTE ABOUT IT!

Nelly.

Kevin Durant.

Andy Katz.

Derrick Williams.

Kirk Morrison.

Yep. EVERYONE is looking to get Jimmered.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Miss Falls Valley,

2011-01-26T14:43:00.000-08:00

Sorry that not enough girls signed up to compete so it got canceled. Big disappointed, I was pumped to be there... but I understand. Can't wait for the next one!

Special thanks to everyone on the Miss Idaho Board and that volunteers for the Miss Idaho Organization. I really appreciate everything you do to make my pageant dreams come true.

Love,
Deidre

Dear BYU Basketball,

2011-01-26T10:12:00.000-08:00

It's game day.

I am PUMPED.

Watch out SDSU... Watch out.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Nerves,

2011-01-26T09:35:00.000-08:00

Please, please, pllllllease. I am just begging you right now to please go away.

I am trying really hard to prepare for Miss Falls Valley, I want to do my best, and my nerves are just starting to psych me out. I know that pageants might seem silly to you, but they mean a lot to me. An opportunity to promote my platform for a whole year, to be a role model to girls in the community, and to really just learn and grow. I love it. Nerves better not ruin this for me.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Readers,

2011-01-25T07:32:00.000-08:00

After much thought and consideration I have decided I would like one person from each state to read my blog. My google analytics map would look so much cooler if all the states were green.

As shown above, almost half of the states have sent at least one viewer to my blog.

New goal: Have every state viewing my blog. Come on. We can do it! We can all accomplish this goal together.

Love,

Deidre

P.S. BIG shout out to Utah, Colorado, and Idaho for so many viewer hits, couldn't do it without you.

Dear Google Analytics,

2011-01-24T15:36:00.000-08:00

I really do enjoy seeing what searches bring people to my blog. This month:

1. deejmbl sidewalk etiquette

2. blake behnke

3. miss falls valley pageant

4. sterling may byusa

5. tiffany pasker

Interesting. Lets see what the top 5 are next month.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Whey Protein Shakes,

2011-01-22T12:20:00.000-08:00

I am really trying to be healthy. But you don't taste good. Please help me figure out a way to make a good shake with whey protein because as of now, you aren't my favorite. It has been really hit and miss. Sometimes I love it and sometimes I hate it. I would prefer to always love what I am drinking.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Pageants,

2011-01-20T11:46:00.000-08:00

It is that time of year again!

Miss America was last week only to kick off another great year of pageantry. It was the 90th anniversary of Miss America, which was so amazing to watch. My Mom and I went down to Las Vegas to see it all in person. Such a GREAT experience. I really loved every single second. Congratulations to Miss Nebraska, Teresa Scanlan, who is now your Miss America 2011. I am so impressed with her. She is only 17 years old and the youngest Miss America crowned since the age limit was put on, but she is an amazing public speaker and not afraid to share what she believes. I think she is going to be great.

I am getting ready to compete again, and would love any and all support from friends and family. I will need as much feedback and critiques on my walking, talent, and interview as you guys can give. I also need to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Your support and love is always appreciated.

I can't wait to get going on competing again. The Miss America Organization has made such a huge impact in my life. I feel so lucky to have been a part of it.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Regis,

2011-01-20T10:49:00.000-08:00

First Oprah, now you...

Why are all of my favorite talk show hosts biting the dust and leaving their shows? I can honestly say I never expected to see a day with no daily Oprah and Regis and Kelly. I guess sometimes people want to move on and do something different.

Breaks my heart.
Love you forever Regis.

Love,
Deidre

Dear Aaron and Alan,

2011-01-18T15:04:00.001-08:00

Thank you for offering to take my pictures! They turned out better than I could have hoped. Here is a little sneak peek.

Love,

Deidre

Dear Any School That Plays BYU,

2011-01-18T15:03:00.000-08:00

YOU JUST GOT JIMMERED!

Love,

Deidre