August is Crazy

August.  It's the month of craziness.  What can I say???  It's not My fault I entered artwork...and a botany notebook...and a demonstration board on Canine Epilepsy...and a lemon cake...and my dog...in the County Fair.  Well, actually it kind of is.  Oh well, my mom always says I'm an over-achiever and I believe her sometimes.  That's probably why I'm always so focused on my performance instead of my Savior's death on the cross to pay for my sins.  It's always like..."I'd better work hard to get through this crazy month!  Here we go..." instead of "God, by your abundant grace and powerful strength, I will get through this month with my eyes upward on you."

From the beginning of August, it HAS been hectic.  I've been to workshops to complete our club parade walking unit, dog training, and a youth drama singing workshop with Vicki Cook.  BTW - she really knows her stuff!  I've been to the fairgrounds tons of times to enter stuff in the fair, water flowers, go to the parade, watch the 2011 crowning, walk in the cake auction, and yes...the dog show.  Jenn, Kylie, Kiera, and I also got to visit and talk with Matt "on the job."  He was working with the ponies at the Fair, lucky :)  I also wandered around the fair with Jenna, Daniel, Stephen, Jenn, Allie, and other people until 10pm.  LOTS OF SMELLS AND LIGHTS AND STUFF!!!  I love the fair.  

The 12th of August was Kiera's Birthday Bash.  HAPPY 14th BIRTHDAY KIERA!!!  Liam brought his Ukelele and played for us.  I'm serious, the tiny guitar is the most adorable instrument EVER :)

BIGGEST THING COMING UP IN THE NEXT YEAR IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!!!!!  CAN ANYONE GUESS WHAT IT IS???  

WORTHY YOUTH RETREAT 2011!!!!!! 

I'M SOOOO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I just know God is going to do incredibly amazing things.  I've never ever been to a youth retreat where I wasn't on my knees wonderstruck with my Savior.  I hope every single teenager sees the power of God during these next few days.  I'm praying for it.  See you guys at the retreat!!!!!!!!!!  Back in 5 Days...