A Monday Post.

Tonight has been a great night. Though it wasn't too spectacular or exciting I was where I was supposed to be and it gives me comfort that I am reliable. I also realized tonight that we are sometimes guided to a certain place at a certain time for a certain person. It's amazing to see people's prayers answered.

This winter semester is a little more difficult then I thought it would be and that's because I'm only working. I volunteer on campus and have design projects, but it doesn't seem to be enough. I'm so used to a fast pace life style that slowing down makes me feel unproductive. I know that it is good and needed though.

With Valentines Day just around the corner as well as my birthday it's been a love filled week (even though it's Monday). The anticipation from the girls and the nervousness of the boys has me enjoying the show. Tonight a rose was delivered to my friend Katie with an invitation to date next Monday. She was very happy. You may be wondering if I have any big plans for Valentines Day, my answer is no I do not, not yet that is. :)

I've been thinking a lot about Patric lately and I've realized that on the 21st it will have been a year since we popped the question. It amazes me how quickly time comes and goes. I've conversed with him a couple of times since Christmas, he seems to be doing well. His leg has healed quickly from the accident. It was awkward and uncomfortable at first to talk to him, but as adults do, we sucked it up and got through it. I hope the best for him in his endeavors.

My life is good and I've been protected every step of the way.

My Experience This Semester

What a great semester it has been! I'm in shock that it's already almost over. The ICE program has changed my life and has enabled me to become a better person. I won't write too much tonight because it is somewhat late. While in the ICE program I had the chance to read some wonderful books, "Getting To Yes" and "Leadership and Self Deception". I have come to a conclusion that it is improbable for me to work with an employer who has not read both of these books and much more that I've had the privilege of reading. There are many opportunities and adventures waiting beyond the walls of the classroom and I've been able to experience those first hand. This semester twenty two other students and I had the exciting opportunity to be trained in Six Sigma. If you don't know what that is, I would highly recommend that your business looks into it. Not only that but I'm very proud to say that as the first students in the ICE program at BYU-Idaho, we got a 96% on Harvard's Everest Simulation. That's right and I'll type it again, as undergraduates, the students of the ICE program scored remarkably high on Harvard's simulation tool. When I look at my classmates, I don't see typical students. I see future Doctors,  Lawyers, Teachers, Mothers and Fathers, CEO's and Business owners. I have encountered many wonderful people this semester and some of them have become my best friends and trusted associates. I will keep in contact with them the rest of my life.
I think that will be all for tonight, keep looking for a post about an opportunity to work for Doc Hastings as an intern.

Dinner For One?

Tonight I decided to spend some time in the kitchen. It's such a wonderful room. After cleaning everything with the help of my roommate we cleaned quickly. The meal took longer than I thought it would but with practice we can cut down the time. Here are some pictures. It's a baked chicken breast with garlic and some other poultry seasoning that for now will be a secret, on top of penne and wide egg noddles. On top is a three cheese tomato sauce and then sweet peas around it. After I started eating it the spices all together were a little overwhelming. I'll have to find a better balance between the flavors. Over all it did taste wonderful. It will definitely be on the menu when I get the restaurant ready!

A Vision In Mind

I've been debating what to do with my degree that is fast approaching. I've decided that I want to open my own restaurant. The title for now is to be kept a secret for fear that some would steel it. I have many ideas in mind and I'm so excited to talk to professionals about the in's and out's of a restaurant. It will be a classy place. One where prices aren't extreme and where all can enjoy a fancy meal. It will be a place of elegance. Low lighting, black velvet and red walls. We will have the finest chef's from around the world! Oh I can just see it now! You all know I'm always looking for connections. If you know anyone that you believe would be a benefit to talk to, please let me know.