tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12133135756689639542012-01-27T13:28:13.920-07:00Let the drama unfold!lspindlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14365546809069138270noreply@blogger.comBlogger1571100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1213313575668963954.post-46021365559026389432012-01-26T12:35:00.001-07:002012-01-26T22:40:54.188-07:00

Today I had the most interesting of experiences.  I decided to splurge.  I went to the CourgarEat to have myself a bit of a calzone.  I only had a few minutes to spare before going to choir.  I got my calzone and began looking for a spot to eat.  Unfortunately at the one o'clock hour, the CougarEat is not the most friendly of places for solitary snacking.  And there, I had a great experience. I

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It is now officially Christmas...you may rejoice.

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I give up on the 12 days of christmas...it just wasn't really that interesting...lets be honest.  So... ya...

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With the iPhone comes an increased ability to communicate.  With this increased ability to communicate comes more communication errors.  Thankfully, apple is there to fix our typing errors for us....          

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On the ninth day of Christmas my life gave to me: 9 presents bought. So, like my father, I am notorious for doing my Christmas shopping on Christmas Eve.  This year, I decided to do it a little early.  So, I bought some gifts for my mom and for my brother.  I hope they'll like their presents.  But, because I was so proud of myself for buying presents early, I bought myself two presents: The Help

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On the eighth day of Christmas my life gave to me: eight phone calls during one show. So, one thing about being home is that my parents receive an obnoxious amount of calls during the day.  And by obnoxious, I mean it is absolutely ridiculous.  i don't even know how they survive.  Its not wonder they're always out, they can't stand the ringing phone. Now, not all these calls are legit for them:

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On the seventh day of Christmas my life gave to me: 7 episodes of ANTM. So, you know how when you go home for Christmas you're so thrilled to be out of school.  You get to relax, there is no homework, nothing really pressing.  But then, after a few days, you realize you have nothing to do... no homework, nothing really pressing.  That's when the TV gets turned on I get sucked in. I mean, me and

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On the sixth day of Christmas my life gave to me: six people asking why I'm still not married. Ah...the home ward... nuff said.

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On the fifth day of Christmas my life gave to me: a 5 hour recording session Every year my mother puts on a little dramatic reading about Mary.  Included in said reading is some music...naturally.  A solo, a duet, and a trio (the trio was written by her friend Grace).  She wrote this program with my aunt years and years ago.  Grace, who wrote the trio, recorded all the music so that they would

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On the fourth day of Christmas my life gave to me: four hours of extra sleep. Christmas break...Hallelujah.  When is the last time I got to sleep in AND take a nap in the same day??  Its been far too long.  I love you, break!

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On the third day of Christmas my life gave to me: the three smells I hate the most. Today was just one of those days.  I woke up at 7, took a shower, got dressed, packed, and then cleaned for a while.  I was ready to go by 8:30.  That's when my ride to the airport canceled.  I went on a crazed search to get a ride.  My flight was to leave at 11:20, so I really needed to be there around, or a

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On the second day of Christmas life life gave to me: two awful finals. I HATE FINALS.  I had to do two today.  First I had to go conduct for Dr. Staheli and have a nice discussion with Dr. Staheli on Haydn.  Well, let me begin by saying that discussion was rough...cursed Sonata form.  Not fun...at all.  I do think I did ok on the conducting portion though.  I don't even wanna talk about that

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On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me: a stress fracture in my foot. This morning as I rose from my bed at 6 to prepare to give my first final of the semester to my 235 conducting class, I lazily put my feet down on the floor to head to the bathroom.  As I wandered to the bathroom I realized something was wrong.  Quite right, something was very wrong indeed...  Something to do

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O Holy Night is one of my favorite Christmas songs...indeed, one might say it IS my favorite Christmas song.  It has so many great things about it: a huge range, a lyrical melody, an exquisite french text and a great high note at the end.  As I think of this song, many of the great artists come to mind: Pavarotti, Celine, Mariah, Martina, Phelps, Charlotte, or Kiri.  However, there is another

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This is a lovely little collection of song lyrics dedicated to the haters.  I hope you enjoy it! To Whom It May Concert, --specifically those of you who-- -Threatened to break my kneecaps -Called me a chauvinist -Told me to do the world a favor and kill myself -Threw eggs or water bottles at me from a passing car EVERY YEAR that I've been at BYU -Called me a little boy -Used me to to satisfy

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Well, I should start by saying thanks to everyone who read the first edition of this post.  I had my highest viewing day ever at about 150 independent views.  And while the negative backlash was rather jarring, most everyone loved it.  So, due to popular demand, I am going to re-post it in a very edited and revised edition.  Before you keep reading, please make sure that you have read "Pet Peeve

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Tonight I got to make my grand conducting debut on the DeJong concert hall stage.  As director of the University Chorale day section I couldn't be prouder of the concert we had tonight, and the efforts that they all put into their concert. I must confess that I was so nervous.  I didn't fall asleep last night until around 5 because I was so nervous and shaking.   I was convinced I would forget

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Wow...its down.  Lets all calm down...  It was all in jest and to be sensational.  Just like the other one I posted less than a week ago that NOONE had ANY qualms with.

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This video absolutely broke my heart.  I empathized and sympathized with this kid, Jonah, on so many levels.  Sure, I've been bullied; indeed I think most of us have been to varying degrees.  Some people are more able to repel such negativity, others internalize it and become tormented souls.  For the life of me, I don't understand why it happens.  I don't understand how children so young become

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I wanted to start off this Christmas season with a little poem that I find just lovely.  It was written by Alan and Marilyn Bergman and is called Wishes and Candles.  It embodies everything that this holy season should be about: caring, family, helping, laughter, smiles, and peace.  The poem was later used by a Stephen Paulus, a wonderful composer.  The BYU Combined Choirs just sang it this year

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Fall and winter are two of my favorite seasons. The fall jackets, cold mornings, scarves, Christmas music, winter fashion, snow in the mountains, and well dressed people. Unfortunately there are a couple of new trends out there... well newish trends. I find them to be ugly, hideous, outlandish, unprofessional, sloppy, undignified, unrefined, and absolutely unwearable. The first of the two

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This is very very awkward... People...you absolutely NEED to practice before the big day. Do what ever you have to do! If you don't, you'll look like this...

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I was recently introduced to a new breed of comedy video. It hails from College Humor. Its called Very Mary Kate, and it chronicles the very exciting life of Mary Kate Olson. This is her video on cheating

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So, I have been awful about posting. I commit to being much better from now on. I have decided to start a new section to my blog. And its name shall be called Silly Sightings. I will try and include pictures, although this I didn't get one for this particular sighting. So, today whilst getting in my car, what do you reckon my eyes would behold? Up drives a '82 Chevy Camero. Inside was a

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I just really like him. Enjoy

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This is a nice little video gem found on facebook.  I feel like I should send it to several of my own family members.  I still remember the day that I made the switch from hotmail to gmail.  I'm still indebted to my dear friend Beth Wytoski for seeing me through such a dramatic change.

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Meryl Streep is back and in the role of another very important woman.  This time as former Prime Minister of the United Kindom, Margaret Thatcher.  Here is the very short teaser that has been released!

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In my music theory class we're studying about bi-tonality and pandiatonicism.  Well, there is a certain choral composer who stands out right now in the pandiatonic medium: Eric Whitacre.  So, we listened to a bit of one of his pieces.  When David Heard is one of his most emotional, driving, intense, and chaotic pieces yet.  When you know the story behind it, its even more moving.  I've included a

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I feel like this is me.  As my Grandpa would say, "I have a champagne taste on a beer budget."

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This past weekend Les Freres Gourmand (my catering company) got the chance to cater a wonderful recital put on by the incredibly talented Mariah Wilson.  She performed perfectly on piano, vibrantly vied on violin, harmoniously hammed it up on the harp, and absolutely amazed with her alto voice.  It was a stunning event, and so we decided to provide some stunning food.  Here are some pics and 

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The following is taken from an interview with Justice Antonin Scalia (my absolute favorite Supreme Court Justice).  I think that his points are utterly fascinating, and in need of attention... by all. "The thing that I most worry about; we will never be a distinguished age if we do not believe in excellence, if we have a hostility towards 'elitism.' the very notion that there some modes of

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"There is no place for arrogance in our lives.  There is no place for conceit.  There is no place for egotism" ~Gordon B. Hinkley Today, while I was sitting in class waiting to begin our dictation exercises for the day, I over heard a conversation.  What a conversation it was.  It reminds me how strong a hold arrogance has on people today.  Some might even call it pride.  Now, lets remember, I

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So, this is just a song that I like.  I guess it kinda highlights my mood sometimes...hahaha.  Anyway, I hope you enjoy it.  I've included the text below the video if you wanna read along. Close your eyes and say good night and hold me till the morning light when the sun comes shinning through I'll kiss you one last time and I'll begin to live my life without you  Wish that I could make you

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Hello Readers,   So, I had this idea but I wanted to get a little input.  I've been trying to think of ways to get more Dear Ottis letters going, and helping more people, and having a little more fun.  I think I might have figured out a way to do it: The Daily Universe.  I could become one of their contributing columnists and have a Dear Ottis letter posted Daily or weekly.  And then maybe we'd

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So, I have a good friend that is in a Marriage and Family Prep class here at BYU.  While the subject may be interesting and all, it is certainly not one of those classes I ever took.  Anyway.  She got this email from one of the kids in her class.  I've removed the name so as to keep his identity private.  Anyway, I think its hysterically awkward.  Give it a glance...should you so desire! Hi,

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So, I met this way awesome guy a little while ago and we were able to spend a lot of time together to get to know one another; we really enjoyed being around one another and it was obvious to us and everyone around us. There were some barriers that prevented us from being able to date, but we finally decided to go for it anyway and we had a blast together! We knew we would, and so we were laid

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We all love a good wedding proposal, don't we?  This is one of the greatest I've seen in some time.  As mormons, we for some reason greatly appreciate creativity in the way we ask people out, be it for dates, marriage, prom, what ever.  Unfortunately, our desire to be creative has been so thoroughly ingrained and so ferociously pushed upon us that we get way out there in our attempts.  It really

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This song has been in my head lately.  Not totally sure why.  But, hopefully you'll enjoy it.  Lyrics are in the video.

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Its been quite some time since I've discussed a flirtation technique on here, but I feel like its about time.  After all, disseminating my immense knowledge of flirtation was part of the purpose of this blog...hahaha.  So, todays topic is one of those interesting ones... the flirtatious hug.  So, I hope that you'll find this info enlightening and useful in your flirtatious endeavors. First and

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Everyone should tune into BYUtv on Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 at 11AM MST.  There, you will see something you've never seen before. Be excited.  What is this treasure you'll behold?  Its simple.  I'll be conducting the choir that will be opening the meeting!  I'm so excited/nervous! So, everyone watch, and let me know what you think!

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High school is one of those awful times in life for many of us.  A time of change, not fitting in, and utter awkwardness.  For others, it was our one and only time of power and glory.  A time when we had popularity, looks, youth, and ambition.  Some of us couldn't get out of high school fast enough, and others still can't seem to get out of it.  What an interesting time indeed. For me, high

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So, I have to give this small confession.  Lately I've been awkwardly obsessed with two tv shows.  Neither of said shows are ones that I should be watching, for they're either too...well, they're both just weird... but funny in their own way.  Today, while watching one of the episodes, I just about died of laughter at how ridiculous. "In a time of ancient Gods, Warlords and Kings, a land in

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Gotta love the random weather in Utah.  This morning, as I was walking into the bookstore to get my salad it was snowing.  2 minutes later when I was leaving the bookstore with my salad, it was blue skies and sunny (though windy...)  How weird is that!!!

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God bless the Marines of the United States of America.  They're hysterical

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"Here comes the bride, all dressed in white (or ivory...) sweetly serenly in the soft glowing light. Lovely to see, marching to thee, sweet love united for eternity."  ~Richard Wagner Let me begin by saying that I had NO idea the Richard Wagner wrote the text/music to this well known wedding march for a wedding scene in an opera... crazy huh!  Second of all, I have been watching a lot of Say Yes

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"It is finished, it is finished: hear him cry, hear him cry."  Today is the blessed day when I have finished yet another round of finals.  It is one of the greatest days and most liberating feelings that one has each semester.  This semester has been long, exciting, interesting, stressful, and tiresome.  Luckily, its done.  Allow me to outline the week for you. This semester I had several finals

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There are 3 new movies coming out that I am ridiculously excited for.  Do these movies show that I am a complete dork/geek? Maybe...  Am I proud of it? Maybe...  Does it show I love medieval things? Maybe...  Does it show that I have a little thing for magic? Maybe...  Anyway, I'd like to show you all 2 of the trailers, and then a longer vlog post. The Three Musketeers Harry Potter and the

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As Thursday arrived this morning, and as I lay in my bed thinking about what I need to do today, it dawned on me: classes are over for the semester.  What a huge relief I felt.  Granted, I still have finals coming up.  I have to take a listening and multiple choice exam for Music History, I have a Theory final, a Dictation final, and then I have to give a conducting final.  All in all, I think it

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"Welcome, welcome sabbath morning; Now we rest from ev'ry care.   List! The merry children's singing!  What a pleasing, joyful sound!"  Oh, what a tangled web we weave...  Anyway, this past Sunday I did something that I have always swore I would never do, something that I have avoided for ages, something that has constantly frightened me to the very core: I sang in church.  Let me tell you, this

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In these troubled times, we really could all use a good friend in our lives.  Someone that will tell us we're being stupid, someone who will stop us from making bad choices, someone who will recognize the little things we do and the little things that we change.  Well, there is such a friend out there for each of us.  I hope we can all find that singular Sassy Gay Friend.  The one who will tell

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people suck and I hate them. the end

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In continuing with my tradition of doing Glee assignments, I present to you this weeks assignment: Sexy.  Be aware that this borderline scandalous episode might inspire a borderline scandalous assignment. This week of Glee was exceedingly interesting.  As much as I foresaw certain plot twists, other's I didn't see coming at all.  Things that I really appreciated, and things I didn't appreciate

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Thanks to my dear hormonal friend hCG, I have now officially lost over 60lbs.  And even better, for the first time in the process, yesterday I actually felt like I had lost some weight!  This is a wonderful new development.  Just another 30-40 to go and I'll be happy as a clam.

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There are so many pearls on Facebook, so many nuggets of Joy.  This is one that was brought to my attention by my cousin Rachelle.  While, I have no clue what they're saying, its still hilarious.  Great joke to play on someone if you're daring.

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In a world with so much confusion, so much immorality, so much destruction, and so much evil there is finally a real person young girls can turn for advice: The Disney Princesses.  These young, naive, innocent women can share their priceless experiences and valuable information with the young girls of today. Please hear the words of Belle, Arial, and Snow White as they share their timeless

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Yesterday was one of those precious 3-day weekend holidays that are high in demand, but few and far between: Presidents day. I spent my time off from school and work doing several firsts and, of course, a few good and cherished traditions.  Basically, the way any holiday should be spent!  Unfortunately, this is the last 3 day weekend of the semester.  Allow me to outline some of these things for

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  This week on Glee, we had ourselves a little Diva-off.  Mercedes and Rachel sang my favorite song from the musical Rent: Take Me or Leave Me.  Now, while they had a grand old time singing it, and in so doing re-kindled their friendship, they definitely didn't do the song as much justice as the Idina Menzel version.  I am a great fan of divas.  Especially the great divas of the 90s.  So, I did

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It is now 2011!   Happy New Years everyone!!!  I hope everyone got a nice new years kiss, and that we've all made our plans to have a successful year!

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As tradition dictates, I must now remind us all that today is Christmas Day!  Merry Christmas.  God rest you merry.

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As many of you may know, O Holy Night is one of my favorite Christmas songs of all time.  I am constantly searching for wonderful new recordings.  I have several that I love.  So, I thought I would give y'all a few of my favorite versions to listen to.  Enjoy. (This is David Phelps performing one of the biggest and highest version I've ever heard) O Holy Night was the first song ever

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I have officially lost 40lbs.  I also go off drops tomorrow.  I'm hoping that by Tuesday, I can be at my 45lbs goal.

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I just was blessed to attend the First Presidency Devotional for Christmas this past Sunday.  It truly helped to put me into the Christmas mood.  What a wonderful time of year this is when we can focus on the things that are truly important.  That great and glorious story of Christ's birth.  As I think of the great celebrations to come, it always makes me miss Christmas in Europe.  Anyway, I hope

lspindlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14365546809069138270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1213313575668963954.post-17832504468823325632010-12-03T10:51:00.000-07:002011-03-09T09:43:43.106-07:00

So, As I was doing my usual search of facebook, I found this little gem.  As probably few of you know, I spent two years with the Oregon Marching Band pit and 2 years in the pit in HS.  I played the xylophone/marimba/vibraphone/bass synth for these groups.  This guy made his own instrument from PVC piping, and place this great little medley.  Enjoy!

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So, I thought I'd give y'all a little update on the progress of my hCG diet.  What an adventure it's been.  Its been quite a roller coaster, filled with big losses, some gains, and constant change.  And even though I always tell people they should give it a try, it is definitely not for the faint of heart. I've now lost over 35lbs.  I've tried to stay very dedicated with it, and stay right on

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So, over thanksgiving break I had the joy of being sick.  At first, I thought it was strep.  A trip to the friendly local Student Health Center taught me that strep was just not the case.  So, I spent a good portion of the trip in bed, with a ridiculously sore throat.  Luckily, in these times of pain and need, I return to the things that make me happy.  These videos, are some of my absolute

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Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.  Let us all be so grateful for the bounteous gifts that the Lord has given each of us this year.  I am thankful that I've now passed the 30lb mark on my hCG diet!  Yay!!!

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As many of you know, I have a little catering group called Les Frères Gourmands.  It is run by Devan Chatelain, Mark Burtenshaw and myself...thus les freres gourmands...haha.  Anyway, I started a little blog, and I think y'all should take a little peak at it here, and let me know what you think.  It has selections of the various foods that we do, and some beautiful pics.  Let me know what you

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This is a status that I saw on facebook and it absolutely cracked me up!  I'm all about breast cancer awareness and all.  Some of the dearest women I've known have had to battle breast cancer.  Some have lost, some have one.  Either way, this is kinda funny. Il y en a des normaux ( . )( . ) des siliconés ( + )( + ) des parfaits (o)(o) ceux qui ne bougent pas (*)(*) ceux qui ont froid (^)(^

lspindlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14365546809069138270noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1213313575668963954.post-55905762121517168612010-11-16T13:40:00.001-07:002011-03-09T09:44:30.746-07:00

Hello, I'm Mary Walker.  I'm 25 years old and I'm from _____ This girl is absolutely amazing to me.  Now, some people have told me that a few of her accents aren't perfect.  But, lots of them are also SPOT ON.  Let's just remember that she is doing 21 accents in 2 minutes...one right after the other.  That's pretty dang amazing.  I hope you enjoy it!

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I have now officially lost over 20lbs.  I am officially 1/3 of the way towards my "Before Christmas Weight Loss Goal" of 2010.  Yay!

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This past month Mark and I decided to make a little late lunch/early dinner for the girls that helped serve at the two weddings that we catered.  It was nice to have a fair few of them up at the villa so I could cook them a little something.  I was excited to show them a bit more about the kind of food I like to cook, and not just the bulk wedding food that they saw. We decided to do a nice

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This Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30 in the DeJong Concert Hall at BYU the Concert Choir and BYU Singers will be having a big concert.  I encourage all to attend.  I have 2 for 1's if you're interested!  Hurry and by a ticket before they're gone!!!

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Watch arriving passengers be given a welcome home to remember at Heathrow Terminal 5.  Its great fun.  Here is a list of songs that are performed, in case you want them! 0:10 - 0:37 Etta James - At Last0:37 - 0:56 Mel Torme - Comin' Home Baby0:56 - 1:19 Mark Morrison - Return Of The Mack1:19 - 1:39 Iggy Pop - The Passenger1:39 - 1:53 Thin Lizzy - The Boys Are Back In Town1:53 - 2:06 Kaiser

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I have now lost over 10lbs.  Yay for me.  Tonight, I'll be treating myself to a very small steak.

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  Well, I've decided to try a new diet.  Note that I've never been a big fan of diets.  Indeed, one might say that I hate them.  Though, I've seen various success in them.  This one is one of the more intense ones I've done.  So, I thought I'd let you all know and follow along with me.   I'm doing the hCG diet.  Basically, that means I'm taking holistic hCH drops every day and then only eating

lspindlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14365546809069138270noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1213313575668963954.post-21281530824229925142010-11-01T12:31:00.001-06:002010-11-01T12:49:29.129-06:00

No, I'm not talking about the end of the world...rather, the end of a relationship.  There are 4 sure ways of knowing when a relationship is going to end.  And these are them.  They are brought to us by relationship/marriage guru John Gottman.  Enjoy! John Gottman’s FOUR HORSEMEN OF THE APOCALYPSE 1. Criticism: Attacking your partner’s personality or character, usually with the intent of

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So, for my first time ever, I got to be involved in a photo shoot...well sort of.  My food was the focus of the shoot, but I was super excited.  I've put some of the photo's here for your enjoyment.  Let me know what you think!  I'd love input and so forth.  Obviously not everything is perfect (my fault, not the photographers) but, I'm still pretty proud of what I did. ~Artichoke Heart/

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This week was the premier of season two of Glee.  Let me just say Hallelujia.  It was glorious.  Sue was back with all her great one liners, as was Brittany.  Sunny (played by singing sensation Charice) and Sam (Chord Overstreet) both audition for the group.  Sunny had a great voice, as she sings Beyonce's Listen and Sam sounds pretty decent as he sings Billionaire with the rest of the fellas

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Cilantro is one of those interesting herbs that people either love or they hate.  Well, for those of you who hate it, you'll love Glozell's take on it!

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Here is Glozell's translation of Ke$ha's "Your Love Is My Drug"

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This is sooooo funny!

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School has officially begun.  Be aware of lost, confused, and peripatetic freshmen on campus!

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This last week Les Freres Gourmands catered 2 weddings:  the McKown/Fletcher wedding and the Nicoles/Holmberg wedding.  Naturally we developed two wonderful menus that surely tickled the palate of each invited guest.  Here is a description of all the food that we made and my take on things.McKown/Fletcher:Savory Menu~Sun-dried Tomato Tartlettes:  flaky tartlettes filled with marinated sun-dried

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"Leave everyday life behind and escape into the exquisite beauty of Salt Lake City, Utah's fine dining treasure, Tuscany Restaurant. Located at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains in Holladay Cottonwood, Tuscany Restaurant hosts an enchanting atmosphere that allows you and your guests to immerse yourselves into a true Tuscan landscape. Experience one of the charming Tuscan inspired dining rooms or

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I've recently begun grad school and am really enjoying my year.  It's been a nice change for me.  I'm in a family ward now and I'm a primary teacher for the 6 and 7 year olds.  Thus, I'm not around a lot of single students anymore.  In conflict to it being a nice change, it also means I'm not moving toward dating or marriage. I realize that's a rather obvious outcome, but I think that I

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"What are you doing? What what what are you doing?"-from Sassy Gay Friend youtube clip"Oh, stop yourself!"-Lee"You are not consididate. Not consisidate at all, SHOOT!"-from Push-up bra will help me get my man youtube clip"And thatssssssss bad. . . ?-Lee"Girl, you trippin?"-Lee

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In no particular order. . . 1. Watching the rain from inside, where I remain nice and dry2. Trips to the farmer's market3. Getting an email from someone4. Listening to great music5. Gourmet cooking6. Going out on the boat and camping7. Laughing really loud8. Glee/Modern Family/Will & Grace/Law and Order: SVU9. Seeing that people other than me looked at my blog. . . lol10. Catching people

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I am now an uncle. . . again!!!Andrew Collin Spindler was born at 8lbs and ??inches. Both mother and son are happy and healthy. This is my older brother's 3rd child. He is to be given a name and a blessing on July 4th, for which I'll be heading west to attend. I'm so excited to meet the little guy. I'm guessing as the 3rd child, he'll be more like me: calm, quiet, caring, decent, mature, and

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After Savannah, we headed back to Blythewood and Columbia. We spent the last couple days there with his family, and seeing Columbia. We also saw the Greenley family, Blythe and her family, and James' grandma.James gave me a little tour of Columbia and the state house. He's probably better and more knowledgeable then many of the tour guides out there. He showed me where the Yankees attacked

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Savannah was one of the quick stops on our trip. Apparently, Savannah was a big pirate place. They even have the statue of one of the pirates in one of the many squares. I was excited to go to there because it is Paula Deen capital. I really didn't know too much else about it, but it was exciting to go.We began by having lunch at UncleBubba's Oyster House. We started with fried dill pickles (

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Our last stop in the amazing, expensive, top quality dinner tour is the Peninsula Grill in Charleston, South Carolina. Now, this place was made famous because of an episode of Throw Down with Bobby Flay. The challenge was based on the legendary coconut cake that the Peninsula Grill and chef serves. I just had to try it.Course 1: Corn and Lobster Chowder with basil butter and served with bread

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Charleston is an absolutely lovely town. It was an absolute delight. This was definitely one of our low key areas where we just kinda strolled around the city, taking pics as we saw fit, and looking at what interested us. That is definitely my kind of vacation. We stayed in the Mills House, which is a wonderfully elegant hotel, even though it owned an operated by Holiday Inn. Probably

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One of the highlights of this trip for me was seeing two of the many plantations in the south. I have often felt that this was the life I was mean to lead. . . not that I want to own a plantation, just a plantation house. They are neo-colonial renaissance style houses that fit me wonderfully. What was very interesting to me was to learn that both of the plantations that we visited are still

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Butter is one of the best culinary experiences of my life. The food was beyond amazing. It was perfectly seasoned, brilliantly cooked, divinely presented and was just all around incredible. For those of you who don't know, Butter is one of the city's chic places to eat. Its got a nice ambiance, and you need a reservation a month in advance to get a seat. Its not uncommon to see various NYC

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After leaving wonderful DC, he headed up to New York City. After paying like $35 in tolls to get there, we parked in New Jersey and headed to the Statue of Liberty. We also went to the Empire State Building, Ground Zero, Butter, Chelsea, Central Park, 5th Avenue, and Broadway. Even our hotel was exciting. The Wolcott was exquisite. Statue of Liberty - This was a wonderful time. We got to

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In this weeks episode of Glee, the group had to become more theatrical. To do this, they called in the best of pop music today: Lady Gaga. The girls of the group. . . and Kirt loved this assignment and went all out. The boys on the other hand were a little uneasy about the assignment. They didn't want to sing a girl's song (since obviously they have never done that before. . . ).Well, as

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As many of you know, one of the primary goals on this trip is to have some good eating from the east coast. I'm going to posting some of the more exciting eats of the trip, pictures of the dishes, and my intense critiques of them. Amuse-bouche - I forgot to take a picture of this one. . . it was my first time. Anyway, this gift from the kitchen was a rather pretentious way to start the dinner

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The past couple of days have been completely packed with seeing the sites of the capital city. After waking up early and experiencing the delightful DC metro system we made it to the National Mall. We looked at the White House, all of the war monuments, a couple of the Smithsonian museums, the capitol building and of course the supreme court. White House - The magnificent home of our. . . "

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