Made My Day

On Saturday (yesterday) I was on campus to study for a few hours in the library. I first had to run an errand in the WILK, and upon finishing I headed for the west-side doors that leave out towards the library. There was some sort of boy scout convention going in the WILK, and as I approached the building's doors a short red-headed boy scout (he looked about 11 or 12 years old) had already made his way through the doors, entering the building. We were about to pass each other headed in opposite directions when he realized I was headed for the doors. So, he turned around and proceeded to open them for me. It may have been simple, but his caring act made my day! I hope I can raise my future sons to be like that.

Fashionably Early

It's that time again! Mother Nature delightfully delivered BYU its first snow of the year today. As one who has little tolerance for all falling elements save rain, but taking into account the splendor of snow drizzled mountains, I consider this year's snow "fashionably early." It was light, but it was pretty.

On Friday I received a package from home filled with some of my very favorite things. Mom and dad wanted to help me get into the Fall/Halloween spirit. Would you check out those gloves? And the Redken Smooth Down? Mom knows me so well! This surprise package was such a thrill. My parents are so thoughtful and wonderful. They are the best. Thanks, you two!

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Other Cool Stuff

Did I mention that I really, really, REALLY enjoy Provo this time of year? It's a beauty. While walking up to campus the other evening I happened to have my camera on hand...

Oddly enough, the name "Zeke" is cut into an old segment of sidewalk along my street.

In other news, our (mine and Christine's) super rad home teachers came over yesterday. We were talking about ways we can be more obedient (see the October First Presidency message). Specifically, we were discussing how to improve our daily scripture study and prayer (I know I'm always in need of improving mine), when all of a sudden, one of the guys goes, "I just had a really good idea." He proceeds to tell us THE COOLEST plan I have heard in a long time: when one of us learns something insightful during our personal study, we will send a little text to the other three and share what we learned, if we feel so prompted. How awesome, creative, genius, and inspired is that? I think we all felt excited about it. I sure did! Tonight Christine shared what she noticed while studying, and I found that it really motivated me and got me anxious to do my own study.

To wrap it up: BYU rocks. October is beautiful. The gospel is wonderful. And now, I am headed to bed. Good night!

Museum of Peoples and Cultures

Tonight our FHE Family went to the Museum of Peoples and Cultures here in Provo which, until tonight, I hadn't heard of before. I really enjoyed it. The museum has a nice collection of artifacts from Native American nations-- particularly the Hopi. I perused the exhibit for a little bit, after which time we went into a classroom where we made coil pots. Let me just say, it's harder than it looks! After smashing my half-completed creations multiple times to start anew (gotta love clay-- it's forgiving), I felt mostly satisfied with my finished product. Anyway, consider this my plug for the museum. If you're in Provo, I suggest checking it out.

This is some of our group: my roommates Christine, Kelsey, me, Natalie, and

our FHE Pops, Benji. Hi guys! :)