Photography

My photographer entered a picture of me and Tyler into the utah bride and groom magazine competition. Please vote for us!!


http://www.utahbrideandgroom.com/Utah-Bride-and-Groom-Magazine/Utah-Bride-and-Groom-magazine-cover-photo-contest/

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Thanks

PS Post of our Chicago trip is to come....

I got tagged again...for like the 5th time, but what the heck, I need a break from homework

5 Things I was doing 5 years ago:

Finishing high school

Teaching piano

Writing poetry

Driving my sweet truck

Staying up late doing homework...I guess not much has changed

5 Things on my to do list for today:

Clean the House

Finish change consultant biography

Grade some tests

Go on a date with Tyler

Grocery Shopping

5 Things I would do with a million dollars:

Go shopping for me, my mom, my husband, my friends

Travel

Start a scholarship

Save the rest

5 Places I have lived:

Los Angeles, CA

Mesa, AZ

Orem and Provo, UT

Colorado Springs, CO

Santiago and Chillan Chile!

5 Jobs I have held:

Audubon Surgery Center

BYU Bookstore

Riverwoods Surgery Center

Allstate Insurance Agency

Debenham Properties LLC

5 Things I want to be doing in 5 Years:

Happily Married

Being a mom

Dancing

Decorating my own house

Driving a new car

5 People I tag (Or anyone else who has the inner desire to do this):

Ashley W

Maggie T

Tatum R

Courtney J

McKenna D

proof

There are still nice people in the world. I was walking to my car from the Tanner building on campus and it was snowing really hard. I was unprepared for the unfortunate weather, wearing only a light jacket. I probably looked such a sorry sight because I couldn't see, so I was squinting to look where I was going, going to quickly because I was freezing. Bumbling around carrying my computer and backpack. Through my dismal circumstances, a car pulled over and asked if I needed a ride somewhere! (Tyler wanted to know if it was a guy, and no, it was a couple of girls.)
So, thank you to my unknown helpers.
I didn't take the ride since I was almost to my car by then, but still, it was nice of them to offer!

Something to make up for a disappointing weekend

Last night after dance, my instructor asked if I could stay after class to chat so she could talk to me about something. Immediately I started guessing what it could be, but I had no idea. I waited around for about 20 minutes and then decided to go home. She called me a little bit after and she started asking me if I would want to teach!!!
Connie's starting an after school program with the Challenger Schools here in Utah and needs company students to teach! This is like my dream come true. I have been worrying about what to do next Fall for a job because I'm graduating in April, and this is the perfect solution. It won't be full time, but the pay is actually quite good! Not that I even care about the pay, teaching dance is my dream. I love teaching, especially little kids. Also, I would still be dancing on the company and get experience teaching. Connie is going to give us training too to be better teachers. This will be an awesome experience so no matter where I go I can try to teach dance!
Any one want to take beginning ballet?

The letter I should have written

Carissa Rasmussen

PAT'S BBQ
155 Commonwealth Dr.
SLC, UT


Dear Mr./Mrs. Pat:

Since coming to Brigham Young University four years ago, I have tried different restaurants for dinner and lunch throughout the Wasatch Front.
As a family we decided to try your restaurant after watching Guy Fiere rate your restaurant on the Food Network. This decision was ill-fated and I request modification to your facilities and staff.

On Friday, February 20, my husband and I, and two brother and sister-in-laws with their kids visited your restaurant. When we entered before 6:00 p.m., there was a family ahead of us in line. Although the wait to be seated was relatively short, we waited for our food and waited and waited. During which we were subjected to loud, bad music that completely destroyed any conversations we were having. Not only was there bad music, but also our waiter gave us drinks and then took our order; not once did he come to our table during the hour plus wait.

Once we received our food, we were disappointed that the long wait resulted in good food, but not the excellent or amazing dishes we were ready for after waiting and enduring such a horrible experience. To make matters worse, when we went to pay for this unfortunate meal, we were charged $5.00 to listen to a band we didn’t want to hear without knowing there was going to be a cover charge. When I inquired about the unexplained charge, I was told that everyone knows that at 7:00p.m. when the band starts you get charged. She further explained that they had signs posted around and the waiters always say something. There was not a sign anywhere when we walked in that explained this policy and I was mad.

After being on TV, our expectation was that you would deliver a quality experience. What we had was a sub-par, disappointing, expensive disaster I will never repeat. As we were leaving, disgusted, we found that some people waited an hour before their waiter said you were out of food! A restaurant that wants to continue operating at a profit after being on TV must increase their staff, food, and quality of experience.
In order for me to ever return, I would have to know that my concerns are addressed so as not to repeat such an unacceptable experience.

Sincerely,
The Rasmussen’s, Garlock’s, and Prusse’s.

Massage

For Christmas Tyler gave me a spa package to DeLeon Spa and I got a 60 minute massage today. SOOOO incredible, I loved it. It felt so wonderful and relaxing. I encourage all husbands to get their wives this because it's the best way to relax!!!

I've done the unthinkable

So this weekend I did something completely unlike me...I cut and dyed my hair. I took a dramatic steep and cut about 6 inches off my hair and dyed it black. pitch black. I don't know what I was thinking?? Or maybe I do, I was ready for a change, but I really miss my long hair! It's not like it's even that short, but it is definitely short for me. I don't have the good of a picture, because I want people to see it in person, but I know some of you never see me in person:)

What do you think??

Lost in Thought

Has anyone thought of a really good thing to blog about, and then completely forgot about it?




That just happened to me. In fact, it happens to me frequently. So the only thing left for me to do is blog about the boring week of school, work, and dance that I had. But, this is a pretty cool pic:)


We also went to one of the many BYU basketball games where they lost. We went with our good friends the Dutchers. I love being married and hanging out with our married friends, but it's funny because before I was married I was not okay with doing nothing on the weekend and now we do more nothing than we do something and I LOVE IT.
Thoughts? Comments?

Good News

I'm starting a business!! Ok, just kidding actually. Tyler and I were just talking about it at dinner. He wants me to open up my own restaurant...ya, no. So I was wanting to make these Spinach Turkey Burgers that Ty's cousin made that sounded so delicioso; however, when I approached my kitchen I found that my stock of ingredients required was about nil. But, I decided to improvise and we think they turned out fantastico! here's what I did (super easy, super healthy, so try it).

Ingredients:
meat patties (of whatever variety)
red pepper flakes
season salt
canadian steak seasoning

onion, diced
garlic, crushed
oregano
season salt
fresh spinach

mozarella cheese
tomato
ketchup
whatever else

Directions:
I had some left-over pork burgers (because they happened to be cheaper than ground beef or beef patties at the time) and we grilled them on our lean mean grilling machine! then I added some season salt (special recipe from my gma) with some red pepper flakes and canadian steak seasoning.
While those were grillin, I sauteed the onions in a fry pan with some spray in a can olive oil and the fresh crushed garlic clove. I then added the salt and oregano. After onions are all sauteed up, add the spinach, just until wilty.
When the burgers are done, slap on some mozarella cheese, a slice of tomato, and then the spinach creation. It has a bit of Mediterranean flavor to it, but a great way to make a burger healthy and use up left overs.

So Tyler's idea for my restaurant name is Culinary Creations...Anyother ideas??

What you do when you don't know what to do

I have been babysitting this week for my parents while they are having a splendid time in New Zealand. Our week has included playing Sorry Sliders, watching Robots, and doing fun girly things too. Tonight we did Spa night and used the following recipes for a spa experience at home:

Hydrating Milk Bath
1 cup dry milk
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup dried lavender sprigs (we pulled some off our lavender bush in our yard:))

How to make it: Combine dry milk and corn starch in a bowl; pour mixture into 96-101 degree running water. Once tub is full, scatter lavender sprigs in water.
Why it's good for you: Milk contains lactic acid, a natural exfoliant that softens skin by dissolving rough patches. It's also loaded with moisturizing proteins and vitamins. "Cornstarch soothes skin and gives bathwater a silky feel," says Melanie Valliere, spa director at White Barn Inn and Spa in kennebunkport, Maine.
Best time to soak: When your skin is dull and flaky, or right before bed to encourage a pleasant night's sleep.
This recipe is found in this month's Health magazine

Another one I want to try is a Skin-Smoothing Citrus Bath:
1 navel orange
1 cup whole cloves, divided
1 cup pulp-free orange juice
1/2 cup soy milk
2 teaspoons lavender essential oil

How to make it: Cut orange into even slices; insert 1/2 cup cloves into slices. Fill tub with 90-95 degree water; add oranges, remaining 1/2 cup cloves, orange juice, soy milk, and lavender oil.
Why it's good for you: Rich in antioxidants and vitamins A and C, citrus0fruit acids are natural exfoliants, says Suzanne Holbrook, spa director at the Ritz-Carlton Spa in Orlando Florida. "They soften skin and prevent free radical damage, too." Circle a washcloth over your body while soaking to slough off dead cells loosened by the fuit acids. Cloves enhance the sensory experience.
So if anyone tries it, let me know how it is!!!

While we soaked we used an amazing Oatmeal mask! I LOVE FACIALS and this was a great substitute for at home. Here's the recipe:
Mix 1/2 cup oatmeal with 1/4 cup hot water, and 1/4 cup honey in a food processor. let cool, and apply. Wait 10 minutes and rinse.

So there's some spa fun...enjoy:)
Oh and for those of you who have never seen my family, here they are: