I'm Laura!

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Movie trailers

Who needs the gym? I've got my very own personal trainer!

Meet my new trainer.

When I want to walk- he makes me run. Today I said, "Duke, I'm not feeling so good, I just want to walk." Dukes response- making me run uphill.

For a cool down we stretch in the lawn together. It's love.

ps. Duke isn't mine, he's my landlords...

I can't get enough of the Great Lake Swimmers. They're smooth mellow magic is like a long bath. Letting your head sink in the water. Holding your breath and submerging. Blocking out the sound of the world and listening to your heartbeat. Watching the steam rise from your body and dissapearing.

Their new video is wonderful too. It reminds me of camping at Andrea's cabin in Pine Valley, Utah. One time I was there with the usual crowd, we were all just hanging out in the morning. I wandered a little ways off and found some super tall grass. Everyone saw me walk into the grass, and then I was gone. I dissapeared and melted into the earth. I watched spiders build their webs and flies flit around. I let an inch worm inch up my arm. A little green spider, which I of course name Mortimer, took a journey across my legs. I heard everyone say, "Where did Laura go? She just disappeared," I loved it.

I guess I need to find a field...

Post script: My birthday's coming...and I don't have the new GLS album.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

KALE KARROT KOOL

Last night I had strange dreams again...they feel like they were good, and they always leave me thinking about someone in particular. I can't remember the particulars, but they seem strange.

Breakfast smoothie: I felt extra green today, so kale, carrots and carrot tops, strawberries, grapefruit, orange, banana, parsley

Maybe it is too green...oh well, it feels good!

Today's prognosis: good. I feel good and I'm super excited for this month, and next month and the next...haha!

Time to make the t bone pinanta...ps, I blurred my address bc this blog is public. Call if you want info.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Summer Goals

Last summer I made a to-do list and it was way to long and...too much. This year, considering that I haven't even finished my classes...my list is going to be more do-able. So here goes
1. Go to Mates of State show!
http://smithstix.com/events/item/root/matesofstate
2. MEAT party (May for my birthday, when Kate comes)
3. Hang out with my new niece Molly
4. Go on walks
5. Mustache party (July when Kelsie comes!)
6. Give one-eyed Nana her other eye
7. Finish my secret project (I'd elaborate, but it's secret)
8. CAMP
9. Hike
10. Have fun
11. Tennis
12. Swim
13. Paint the mini horse mountain book
14. Gilgal gardens

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Amazing Day!

So I'm feeling good! Last night was a good night- BBQ/dance party with friends and cousins- check. Good times- check. Good night’s sleep- check! Good dreams- check!

Try again...

No....

Almost there...

GOT IT! Here's a lovely picture of Hillary, Me and Megan at the BBQ/dance party.

Party girls!

So this morning I started the day with sleeping in- it was glorious! After I woke up I made a fruit smoothie and did the dishes from last night. Then I cleaned my room and got dressed (my green dress that I love, whites tights, and brown loafers. Once my room and me were all clean I made the perfect sandwich. Lettuce, mayo, mustard, avocado, cucumbers and black olives- heaven!

Post sandwich I headed over to Weber State to check out the senior art show- it was AWESOME! Did I mention the perfect weather- well the weather was perfect.

I liked the interpretation of these photos into this stringy stuff...I don't think it's a part of the senior show, but it was still cool

I loved this, again I don't think it was part of the senior show- just student work. It's metal and wood.

I loved this show- flowers with mixed media and watercolor stuff.

This last piece totally reminded me of Anna's 3d project that was a ball of barbed wire and wood:

This show was something great to look at! Big red balloons and mixed media collages!

I liked this piece of one of the works:

This collection was flowers with womens legs. I loved the vibe!

After the show I wandered around the art building in search of ideas and visual treats:

The reason I liked this one is because those flowers are 3d added on flowers. I just liked the idea of having part of it pop- literally!

I liked this because I'm taking pictures like this all the time- so I think I should make a collage of them! Maybe paint one even!

After my grand art trip (it’s got me excited to create this summer!) I headed back home to do homework. HA, change of plans. After a little facebook break I headed back out to find some picture frames at the DI. But what’s this?! On my way out I check the mail and I got 2 Netflixes and a book from Anna Reeve Johnson! Nice! I love the book (it’s a sort of art task and adventure book- so look forward to seeing some pictures of my art adventures and tasks!) BTW, this book is perfect for me right now. This is JUST what I need in my life right now. It may seem silly, but I really do think sometimes God puts thoughts in our heads like, "Hey, Anna, you're not using that book- you should send it to Laura."

Possible glitch in the perfect day? I can’t find the DI! Who cares, turn around and head back to that thrift store I got my sparkly dress at! One frame found- check! Amazing woodcut cards (3 for $.25!)- check! Cat/menopause gift/joke- check! Excess Baggage (my favorite movie lately that I keep watching on Netflix instant play)- check!

What’s next? Go home? No way! How about a turn on 25th? Antique store!? I’m there! Who should I meet? Cool girl with similar glasses and nice hair from elementary math class! She’s an artist too? There’s a gallery upstairs and I get a private viewing?-check! Meander antique store, chat with owner- check! See a Joan Fontaine autographed picture I can’t afford, but would love to have- check! Soak up the ambiance, inspiration and ideas- check!