As the weather grows colder

Well November seemed to zip by me with out even stopping to say hi. I can not even believe that it is December, and finals are around the corner, and with finals come much procrastination. So I though what better thing to do then catch up on some blogging. Well since it has been so long since I have posted I thought I would do a combo-post. I am going to write a little blip about all the the new things I did this past month or so.

1. NEW MOON-

well I wouldn't be a true girl if I didn't see the latest of the Twilight saga movies. Twice. Opening weekend. Hahah. Yes I am just that cool. I actually had the opportunity to see a pre-screen showing the night before it came out in a little town theatre. It was such a fun adventure, Caity called me up around 930 that night telling me her friends friend knew someone who was showing New Moon, well it only took me a few minutes to realize, HELLO I have to go. First, I love premieres, and even better is a pre-screening. It turned out to be the cutest old theatre, it only had one screen. The theatre was maybe half full, and of course we were the only ones acting like 12 year old girls, swooning over every male that showed up on the screen. ( and there were plenty to swoon over!) It was terrific. Then I went again the next night to the midnight showing, with the rest of Utah valley. There were herds of girls everywhere. I am not a die hard fan, and if you know how I feel about the books, you will know I have a very strong opinion, and although the story is creative I am not the biggest fan of the writing style. But I sure do love the movies. And this one did not let me down, I loved everything from the music, (I can't stop listening to the soundtrack) to the boys, to the Italian volturi. Jacob was great, Edward was great (minus the hairy chest.. ewww) and of course my favorite, Carlisle was fantastic. It was a fun movie and I am not at all ashamed to say that I loved every minute of it.

2. Cathing Fire.

For those of you who have not read Hunger Games. DO IT. This is the second book in the series and it is just as suspenseful as the first. The characters really grow on you. I have fallen in love with two of the boys in the books and you just want to see her love them back. But don't worry this is not just a romance, it is fill with fighting and action, something to please all audiences. Suzanne Collins, the author, has a way of pulling you in and capturing your interest within moments of reading. It was a real page turner and I may or may not admit to the fact that I pushed aside my homework for a little while so I could finish reading this. It was so worth it. The down side to the book, it leaves you wanting more, and the next and final book doesn't come out until next year. Pshhh...

3.New Games.

This Thanksgiving my Uncle Mike and his family came to Utah for Thanksgiving at Grandma's. We played a couple new games that were really fun. The first was called zoo. It is similar to Matthew Mark Luke and John (aka Big Booty) but instead of using names or number you create an animal sign, (horns for a ram, a hand slither for a snake or an arm nose for an elephant) and you have to do your sign followed by somebody's sign to the beat of two leg slaps and one clap. It was challenging and competitive making it a favorite to all. Another one of our favorites was the Indian Canoe game. this one is harder to explain on paper, but just imagine one second you are standing still the next you are chanting EYEYEYEYEYEY at the top of your lungs while "rowing" the canoe for the person next to you, then must jump back to standing still. It was a blast.

4. A Hard Day's Night

For my Eng 311 Class I just turned in my final paper, a 10 page research paper. The plus to this was we could choice our topic, as long as it had something to do with Art and Humanities. Well I chose to write my paper on the fab four, Paul, John, George, and Ringo. As I was writing my paper, I decided it was only logical for me to watch their first Movie, A Hard Day's Night ( not really as I was doing my research but more as I was typing it up.) I was not ready for what I was about to watch. It was HILARIOUS. Who knew these guys were so funny. I went from loving them to adoring them. I guess it helps that this movie was made before they were crazy into drugs and crap, but I think I even laughed out loud a few times, as I was watching it in the library, surrounded by people. Ringo was great. The movie is not the greatest movie ever made, although in doing my research I found out it was somewhat revolutionary in the British film scene. it was clever and very enjoyable, full of true British humor. I felt like I got a little piece of Beatlemania as I was watching it.

5. Impossible

I just finished this book, about a half hour ago. Once again Caity has passed on a book to me that I just couldn't put down. Literally in between taking patients back at work, because I was so enthralled with the story. It is part mystery, part fantasy, part romance, part suspense. A little bit of everything. I think one of the main thing I liked about this book, were how real the characters were. Zach, the love interest, is a real boy, with real feelings, and emotions, not a perfect vampire boyfriend, angst with the his feelings about being a monster. Lucy the girl is rational, independent and smart, in a very real way, oh and the story was catchy too. It was a fun quick read that kept me entertained the entire time. It was most definitely a girly book though.

6. Noah and the Whale

I also bought a new Cd, Noah and The Whales latest, The First Day of Spring. This is one of those Cd's that needs to grown on you. I first put it in and although I love there style of music, I was somewhat surprised in this album, it has the same edge that makes them who they are but I feel like this album was a little more experimental. There is a lot more going on, and It really works for them. The more I listen to it the more I like it. It is very relaxed and chill, perfect for background listening. There is one thing I was disappointed in though. The did not include the female singer on this one. It was(ok is) my dream to be a female singer in a band like this, maybe play the tambourines or synthesizer, just be the cute girl in an indie band adding that little feminine touch that every band needs. It was almost like they got rid of me from the band. How could they?

Sometimes you just have to let it out.

So usually my post are happy and cheerful but today I just need to unleash some of my deep thoughts. In these deep thoughts of mine, I have a few things I just need to let out. Things that just get to me. Here are a few that have bothered me today.

1. People who celebrate Christmas before it is time. Thanksgiving has feelings too you know. You can not just skip over Thanksgiving. People seem to think that as soon as Halloween is over, it is time to get the mistletoe and holly out and jingle bell rock, but this drives me crazy. Is it really to hard to wait for a few more days to spread the holiday cheer. As I was walking around campus there are already Christmas trees up and even Christmas music playing. Really? Really?

2. People who don't wear weather-appropriate clothing. I don't care where you grew up or how cold it was where ever you served your mission, when its 30 out side it is not acceptable to walk around in boardshorts and flip flops. Join the club and buy a coat.
3.Love confessions over facebook. Seeing very "loving" couples all over the place now I get to see the love pasted on facebook too... I just think that those words should be saved for private convos.
4. People who don't even try to be quiet in the library. Hahah as i was sitting in the library this one just came to me... I might not be the quietest person so I can understand a whispering convo, and some laughter here and there. Too much studying can lead to insanity and the only cure is laughter. It really is a wonder that more people aren't laughing. But when people don't even try to whisper, it just confuses me.


well that feels much better.
a doppo

Swirly Twirly

I made a new shirt. I started with just a basic white tee and then I ripped strips from an old dress I loved but never wore. Then we (mostly just my mom) sewed the strips (slightly gathered) on with a zig-zag stitch. I designed the swirl pattern and even put my trademark d. on the back. I think it turned out pretty cute and now I want to make a BYU one I can wear to the games!

The Hostest with the Mostest

Well with school beginning, my blogs have suffered. BUT fear not I am back and ready to post.
So this past week I hosted my very first legit party. I have thrown a shindig here and there but nothing to this extent. I am pleasantly pleased with the way it turned out. It was Caity's 21st birthday so naturally it was Vegas themed. We strung up lights and had candles everywhere to create a "lounge" feel. Derek came down in a suit and tie, and was our bartender. It was so much fun to have him at the party and he was such a HUGE help. He made delicious mocktails including margaritas, Pina coladas, daiquiri and shots of flavored club soda. Dylan was an excellent blackjack dealer. Many people at the party were shocked because he was winning almost the entire time. I think he liked that. Dyl and Derek were definitely the hit of the party. They made it the awesome party it was. I was really suprised 1. how many people showed up and 2. how many of those people showed up in the CLASSY atire that was requested. For a mid week party it was off the hook. It was a lot of work, but a lot of fun. I feel like I can really put the Stout name on this one. My mom would be so proud.

The Road Never Traveled.

There is a road right before I get on the freeway that I have always wanted to see where it leads. Well a few days ago I ended up on the road, but not on purpose. Caity and I were headed from Provo to So Jo and the freeway was BACKED UP. We were barely scooting forward. We decided to get off and find a different road to take us to our desired destination. Well we ended up on a road that ran parallel to the freeway. I had always anticipated that this is what the road I had always wanted to discover would be like. Well I bet you didn't see this coming but guess what as we traveled down this road I had a feeling this road what THE road. And it totally was. I finally go to travel down the road never traveled (well at least by me). I had finally checked off a box on my list of things to do.

She& Him =Fun.

She & Him.

This is my new favorite. First off let me say I am slightly biased because I love Zooey Deschanel. Basically I just want to be her. She has such a cool vibe about her and this music is exactly what you would expect her to sing. It has a vintage edge to a modern indie sound. It is the perfect chill CD. I have had so much fun listenting to it.
Speaking of.


Fun.
This name suits this group well. Their music is really fun. I put the CD in and I was instantly smiling.
It is the kind of music you just sway your head along with the beat and imagine sunshine and happy things.

Don't believe me go listen....

the chair

Since my first time eating at Cafe Rio I have always loved the tables and chairs they have there. I have always talked about how I wanted to make a chair like theirs but I never followed through. This summer I decided to go for it. I am moving and redecorating my room so I thought that now was the perfect time. My new room is going to be Black and White with Lime/acid Green. So I decided to make a green chair. \ I have never done anything like this and although it was a long process I am so happy with the way my chair turned out.

I started out with a $5 DI chair. I thought the chair was sweet to start out with. The shape of the chair has so much character.


The first step was a primer spray paint. I tried to give it a nice even coat around the entire chair.


Next step was the Base color. I had to do a couple coats of this green to make sure the chair was completely covered.

Final step is where I had the most fun. I just started apply my top coat randomly I used a crackle medium on some areas. I splattered some areas, wiped away some of the paint, sanded areas, dripped paint on other areas. I just went crazy to get the look I wanted.