Saturday, May 28, 2011
Lindsey the Camel
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Friday, May 6, 2011
Shalom
Hey Roomies!
So we are sitting in our Islam class and our professor is taking really fast and it is way over our heads, so Lindsey is writing jenny and I decided to update you guys on our adventures :)
The other day I went to the Dome of the Rock and it was so amazing. I remember learning about it in our Art history class but to bad that I don't remember what I learned in that class but I still enjoyed walking around and being amazed by the mosaics. We are not allowed to go inside but apparently if you pay them enough you can get a peek inside, so I guess we will see how much you have to pay. Or you could lie and say your muslim, but we decided that we would probably get struck down by lightning if we lie to get into a holy site.
Lindsey did a ramparts walk, I had Arabic class but it is where you walk around the top of the old city wall. She took some great pictures ( a few slightly cheesy pictures).
The Jerusalem Center has a great view and we get to eat outside everyday and look over the Old city. The weather has been really nice lately and it hasn't gotten too hot. But I know that soon enough I know that we will be scorched! The food here at the center is amazing and so now me and Lindsey are trying to cut back and eat in proportions so we don't swell up like balloons. We also started P90X in the mornings with Kimberly and Elise. We were sooo sore the first few days.
So apparently Mount Scopus (the hill that we live on) is a migratory place for Vipers.....yes, the snakes. After we learned this Lindsey was opening our back door to our balcony and she screamed and scared all of us. She immediately thought viper but then it turned out to be just the curtains. Easy mistake.
Tonight we go on a field trip to the Western wall! We are both really excited, friday nights are the beginning of the Sabbaths here so a lot of people come into the city to pray. We are not allowed to take pictures though because according to their religion they are not allowed to do work or use technology so we can't take pictures.
Lindsey is doing great in her Hebrew class and learned a wonderful song on how to greet someone. I love my Arabic class and I love my teacher he is really funny. I think our favorite class would have to be our Old Testament class. We learn so much each class period and he puts it in terms that it is easy to understand.
Jenna- I am so sorry to hear about your apt! That sounds miserable. How are the things going on now? Has the snoring girl moved out yet? I didn't think that I would ever miss the University Villa that much. How is Bean? I have to admit that I miss having an animal in my life. The only thing that we get to see are diseased cats and dogs. If you ever find a dress or plan any parts of your wedding keep us posted. I would love to see pictures and such. When do you and Jonathan move to San Fran? Of course I have never been in a relationship but I feel like everyone goes through the hard times and you guys will be fine.
Mela- I love reading your blog and seeing your pictures! It sounds like you are having an amazing time over there! I am still not sure how we got the misconspetion with you and russ but I am glad that things are still going strong. (jenna- we heard through the grapevine that they broke up but they didn't) How much longer do you have over there?
We seem to never have enough time over here and we are always tired. I am starting to master the 10 minute nap. Our classes required A TON of reading so we are always doing that but we also have all these places in Jerusalem that we have to go see. And we want to go out to the city everyday. It is hard to balance it all. We work out at 5:30 and then have breakfast at 7 and classes throughout the day. We are turning into grandmas, when 10 pm rolls around we are ready to go to bed.
Well linds and I have a meeting with the bishop right to get our callings, we are nervous and we do not want any teaching position. I am hoping ward greeter!
So we are sitting in our Islam class and our professor is taking really fast and it is way over our heads, so Lindsey is writing jenny and I decided to update you guys on our adventures :)
The other day I went to the Dome of the Rock and it was so amazing. I remember learning about it in our Art history class but to bad that I don't remember what I learned in that class but I still enjoyed walking around and being amazed by the mosaics. We are not allowed to go inside but apparently if you pay them enough you can get a peek inside, so I guess we will see how much you have to pay. Or you could lie and say your muslim, but we decided that we would probably get struck down by lightning if we lie to get into a holy site.
Lindsey did a ramparts walk, I had Arabic class but it is where you walk around the top of the old city wall. She took some great pictures ( a few slightly cheesy pictures).
The Jerusalem Center has a great view and we get to eat outside everyday and look over the Old city. The weather has been really nice lately and it hasn't gotten too hot. But I know that soon enough I know that we will be scorched! The food here at the center is amazing and so now me and Lindsey are trying to cut back and eat in proportions so we don't swell up like balloons. We also started P90X in the mornings with Kimberly and Elise. We were sooo sore the first few days.
So apparently Mount Scopus (the hill that we live on) is a migratory place for Vipers.....yes, the snakes. After we learned this Lindsey was opening our back door to our balcony and she screamed and scared all of us. She immediately thought viper but then it turned out to be just the curtains. Easy mistake.
Tonight we go on a field trip to the Western wall! We are both really excited, friday nights are the beginning of the Sabbaths here so a lot of people come into the city to pray. We are not allowed to take pictures though because according to their religion they are not allowed to do work or use technology so we can't take pictures.
Lindsey is doing great in her Hebrew class and learned a wonderful song on how to greet someone. I love my Arabic class and I love my teacher he is really funny. I think our favorite class would have to be our Old Testament class. We learn so much each class period and he puts it in terms that it is easy to understand.
Jenna- I am so sorry to hear about your apt! That sounds miserable. How are the things going on now? Has the snoring girl moved out yet? I didn't think that I would ever miss the University Villa that much. How is Bean? I have to admit that I miss having an animal in my life. The only thing that we get to see are diseased cats and dogs. If you ever find a dress or plan any parts of your wedding keep us posted. I would love to see pictures and such. When do you and Jonathan move to San Fran? Of course I have never been in a relationship but I feel like everyone goes through the hard times and you guys will be fine.
Mela- I love reading your blog and seeing your pictures! It sounds like you are having an amazing time over there! I am still not sure how we got the misconspetion with you and russ but I am glad that things are still going strong. (jenna- we heard through the grapevine that they broke up but they didn't) How much longer do you have over there?
We seem to never have enough time over here and we are always tired. I am starting to master the 10 minute nap. Our classes required A TON of reading so we are always doing that but we also have all these places in Jerusalem that we have to go see. And we want to go out to the city everyday. It is hard to balance it all. We work out at 5:30 and then have breakfast at 7 and classes throughout the day. We are turning into grandmas, when 10 pm rolls around we are ready to go to bed.
Well linds and I have a meeting with the bishop right to get our callings, we are nervous and we do not want any teaching position. I am hoping ward greeter!
Sunday, May 1, 2011
The long lost roomie
It's Jenna.
I'm laying in bed with Bean crashed on my shoulder right now. It's 1:10 AM in Provo, UT. I've been staying up way past my bedtime recently. A lot of it has to do with Jonathon's job but I also have this crazy little puppy who all of a sudden decided to have a personality.
Provo is still Provo. Things are still things. But life is movin. You guys wouldn't even believe the apartment I'm in. I never thought that I could miss University Villa, but by the second night I was here I was crying to Jonathon to not make me stay overnight. I know, it sounds ridiculous to me now but it was a little overwhelming at the beginning.
The management is really unorganized so the current tenants had no idea I was moving in. The girl's contract that I was taking (a certifiable shotput player. or female wrestler) was still living in my room. For the first 6 days I was rooming with Nancy.
Nancy is at least 45 years old. She leaves sometimes but most of the time she is on the computer. She studies computer science at UVU. She also eats in the room for every meal (yikes!), and she snores like a bear. Never heard anything like it. She really is very nice though. Doesn't talk much. She did yell at Jonathon for using our bathroom. No double sleepovers here.
The first thing I noticed when I got here was the smell. Melissa, you would have died. It was like hot dogs, maple syrup, and tuna fish. Sometimes it even smelled like hairspray and BO. I finally figured out that it was coming from the stove vent which hadn't been cleaned since the 1980's (along with the stove). I am proud to say I took an entire day scrubbing the apartment down, vacuuming, and organizing. 4 rolls of paper towel later its not so bad. Although, the stove is still sort of unspeakable.
There are 3 other dogs living here. It's kind of a mad house, and I'm pretty sure it's illegal. Now that the Trunchable girl moved out though, all of my roommates are nice and respectful. I'm even in another room now, although I can still hear Nancy snoring.
So I suppose this sounds a bit negative, and that wasn't my intention. I think its been an adjustment but I'm and I know this is temporary. Plus, I thought you guys might get a kick out of the thought of me pulling a Snow White on the place.
Things between Jonathon and I have been difficult. I won't sugarcoat it. It's hard. But I really love the guy more than ever. We're working through our challenges and becoming a lot stronger as individuals and as a couple. Sorry if that sounds cheesy.
Yesterday was the day I was supposed to arrive in Paris. I think it finally hit me yesterday and today. I've been seeing Claire posting pictures online and it is definitely hard to look at. It was a once in a lifetime opportunity that I missed out on and I'm pretty sad about it. I am so happy that all of you guys are out there doing your thing though. You guys should really be proud of the things that you have accomplished and the things you are going to do.
For me, right now things are pretty normal. I'm not sure what lies ahead. I'm scared, I won't lie. I am looking forward to change but also anxious as to what surprises will arise. Nothing ever works out perfectly of course. But I have a really good person in my life right now and a [sometimes] really good little puppy, not to mention a great family and supportive friends.
I really do miss you guys even though you packed away my stuff. Haha, okay okay, no hard feelings here. Seriously, things were rough this past year but you guys meant a lot to me. Jonathon and I ran into Linds at Cafe Rio (obvi) and both felt really excited to see a familiar face even though it had only been a few days since we had parted.
As for wedding plans, ughhhh. It's hard planning a wedding. Especially when you want it to be kind of cool but not expensive. I just want to win the lottery guys.
If you happen to find some cash in the rainforest or Dead Sea, hollllaaaaa.
Love,
Jenna and sleepy Bean
p.s. We went to a baby animal party at Thanksgiving Point today. Pics soon to come.
I'm laying in bed with Bean crashed on my shoulder right now. It's 1:10 AM in Provo, UT. I've been staying up way past my bedtime recently. A lot of it has to do with Jonathon's job but I also have this crazy little puppy who all of a sudden decided to have a personality.
Provo is still Provo. Things are still things. But life is movin. You guys wouldn't even believe the apartment I'm in. I never thought that I could miss University Villa, but by the second night I was here I was crying to Jonathon to not make me stay overnight. I know, it sounds ridiculous to me now but it was a little overwhelming at the beginning.
The management is really unorganized so the current tenants had no idea I was moving in. The girl's contract that I was taking (a certifiable shotput player. or female wrestler) was still living in my room. For the first 6 days I was rooming with Nancy.
Nancy is at least 45 years old. She leaves sometimes but most of the time she is on the computer. She studies computer science at UVU. She also eats in the room for every meal (yikes!), and she snores like a bear. Never heard anything like it. She really is very nice though. Doesn't talk much. She did yell at Jonathon for using our bathroom. No double sleepovers here.
The first thing I noticed when I got here was the smell. Melissa, you would have died. It was like hot dogs, maple syrup, and tuna fish. Sometimes it even smelled like hairspray and BO. I finally figured out that it was coming from the stove vent which hadn't been cleaned since the 1980's (along with the stove). I am proud to say I took an entire day scrubbing the apartment down, vacuuming, and organizing. 4 rolls of paper towel later its not so bad. Although, the stove is still sort of unspeakable.
There are 3 other dogs living here. It's kind of a mad house, and I'm pretty sure it's illegal. Now that the Trunchable girl moved out though, all of my roommates are nice and respectful. I'm even in another room now, although I can still hear Nancy snoring.
So I suppose this sounds a bit negative, and that wasn't my intention. I think its been an adjustment but I'm and I know this is temporary. Plus, I thought you guys might get a kick out of the thought of me pulling a Snow White on the place.
Things between Jonathon and I have been difficult. I won't sugarcoat it. It's hard. But I really love the guy more than ever. We're working through our challenges and becoming a lot stronger as individuals and as a couple. Sorry if that sounds cheesy.
Yesterday was the day I was supposed to arrive in Paris. I think it finally hit me yesterday and today. I've been seeing Claire posting pictures online and it is definitely hard to look at. It was a once in a lifetime opportunity that I missed out on and I'm pretty sad about it. I am so happy that all of you guys are out there doing your thing though. You guys should really be proud of the things that you have accomplished and the things you are going to do.
For me, right now things are pretty normal. I'm not sure what lies ahead. I'm scared, I won't lie. I am looking forward to change but also anxious as to what surprises will arise. Nothing ever works out perfectly of course. But I have a really good person in my life right now and a [sometimes] really good little puppy, not to mention a great family and supportive friends.
I really do miss you guys even though you packed away my stuff. Haha, okay okay, no hard feelings here. Seriously, things were rough this past year but you guys meant a lot to me. Jonathon and I ran into Linds at Cafe Rio (obvi) and both felt really excited to see a familiar face even though it had only been a few days since we had parted.
As for wedding plans, ughhhh. It's hard planning a wedding. Especially when you want it to be kind of cool but not expensive. I just want to win the lottery guys.
If you happen to find some cash in the rainforest or Dead Sea, hollllaaaaa.
Love,
Jenna and sleepy Bean
p.s. We went to a baby animal party at Thanksgiving Point today. Pics soon to come.
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