A BYU Grad

I couldn't be more proud of my sister! 

She graduated from BYU as a Broadcast Journalism Major and is going to be working for KUTV as a freelance producer!

She has always been such a great example to me and I couldn't have been more happier to get to be there to celebrate this BIG step in her life with her!

Love you sista friend!!

Easter

//epic egg hunts

//easter dresses

//chocolate eggs

//starburst jellybeans

//slush mugs

//grape mustaches

//gummy tummy penguins

//spring sandals

//green capris

//coral roses from my sweetheart

Roos N' More

Who knew that such a random zoo in such a random town would turn into such a fantastic adventure!! Animals of every kind that you are able to touch and hold. 

Just to name a few: I got to check seeing a living/breathing armadillo off of my bucket list, got to meet a friendly bearcat named Frito, got beaten by a monkey wielding half a carrot, got to hold a baby kangaroo, and got to have an otter climb into my lap. 

Since I'm not so good with words and describing all the details I'll just let the pictures do the rest of the talking. Enjoy.

And if you are interested in seeing video of my monkey beatings check out my sister's post of the day's events here.

Go ahead. Laugh at my pain. 

Audrey & Marilyn

How could you not love these two fellows?!

Happy List

• Bright homemade pillows that match my quilt
• Baseball games with sunflower seeds
• Finding long lost Jasmine friends
• Snow cones
• 80 degree weather
• Accidental spray paint Yoda

Colorful snow cone tongues

Spring Shoes

My name is Aliza...

and I'm a Toms-aholic.

Couldn't be more excited about adding a cream-crocheted pair to my collection!!

Blue Angels Air Show

Spring has Sprung

I'm absolutely loving this weather!

Not even being stung by a bee could bring me down!

Which actually did occur... 

But no worries!

 It didn't hurt much, my baby toe just happens to look even more sausage-y than before.

Spring Break Ski Adventure

We had SO much fun spending a couple days of spring break up at Brianhead. Devin is pro and unfortunately for him he was stuck with my pathetic uncoordinated self. The first run was definitely scary for me and I was worried at what I had gotten myself into as I SLOWLY inched my way down the hill. But after heading to the bunnyhill and getting a few easier runs under my belt I began to feel much more comfortable.

We didn't have the best weather while we were there so we were only able to ski one day. I was kinda disappointed because I was really starting to enjoy myself! But we still had a blast watching movies and playing games in the condo.

And we couldn't miss the tradition of signing the bathroom wall.

Plus we found our names from the last time we we're up at Brianhead!

(Faded but still there! 7/4/97)

Brownie & Chocolate Mousse Trifle

{It really is as good as it looks}

1 package brownie mix

1 (3.9 oz.) package instant chocolate pudding mix

1/2 cup water

1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk

3 (8 oz.) containers cool whip, thawed

1 chocolate bar for garnish

Prepare your favorite brownie mix according to package directions, cool completely, and cut into 1 inch squares.

In a large bowl, combine pudding mix, water and sweetened condensed milk. Mix until smooth, then fold in 8 ounces cool whip until no streaks remain. 

In a glass serving dish, place half of the brownies, half of the pudding mixture and one 8 ounce container of cool whip. Repeat layers. 

Shave chocolate onto top layer for garnish. 

Refrigerate before serving.

Thoroughly enjoy.

Memoirs from a phone

1. Woody is quite the charmer

2. Delicious waffles from Iron Chef Cat Cora @ the Boardwalk Resort

3. Sketchy looking bloodborne pathogens pamphlet 

From Disney? Hidden Mickey bloodstain? Sorry that was too far

4. Florida roomies reppin Dad's apparel

5. My dearly beloved owl mug

6. Custom Toms for my Beatles loving sister

7. One day I decided to make a quilt. This is it

8. Roommate phone messages

"Janelle the pope called. Please call back at your leisure. 

He said you have his #"

9. The Biebs playing Buzz Lightyear

Obtaining pictures like this happen when your roomie works in Tomorrowland

10. "My favorite & my best" collage for Devin's room @ SUU

11. How the Randall boys spend Sunday afternoons

12. A beautiful castle and an empty park

13. Despicable Devin @ Universal Studios

14. The happiest carmel apples on Earth

15. Remember that one time I lived in Florida and took this picture in December

16. Even if he doesn't care...

Everyone should have a picture of The Honey Badger

My boyfriend wins medals

                       So Proud.

I just can't wait to be king

What am I saying?!

Max already thinks he is king! None of this waiting business!

And I guess he has the right to since he is spoiled rotten!

He likes to assume that any soft thing of mine was purchased for his cuddling pleasure.

Valentines Love

The holiday started off with a beautiful bouquet from my father. Designed to match my room with my favorite yellow roses and black and white gerber daises. And of course some heart shaped marshmallow covered chocolates.

Later I got an adorable handmade gift from Devin and a sweet night of drinking Martinelli's and playing I Spy on the old airport hill. When we first started dating we would often go to airport hill and look over the city to play I Spy(which usually ended in us getting the giggles over the awkward couples who made their way to the hill purely for makey-outey purposes). So it brought back many memories. It's hard to believe that it's almost been 3 years since we started dating!

For my end of the Valentine's surprises, we're going to head up to Brian Head a couple of days over spring break for a skiing/snow adventure. 

After all these years I'm excited to test my skills out again, but I'm also praying that I won't end up in the trees. I hope Devin will have patience with me as I try to relearn; seeing as he is about 3 years rusty and I'm more around 10 to 12. I don't know what I've gotten myself into. Oh dear! haha. Wish me luck! I'm sure they'll be stories to come later.

Merry Happy Superbowl!

I'm celebrating with family, lots of food, and festive homemade strawberry lemonade cupcakes.

I spent most of my weekend here:

Devin and I spent at least a good hour or two constructing it!

{I must admit that we were pretty proud of our handiwork}

After only a few disagreements and construction revisions we were finally satisfied!

It helps to have plenty of sheets, plenty of clothespins, and being old enough to reach the top of the entertainment center. 

Forts are also the perfect venue for family movie nights!