In exactly four months, I'll be Mrs. Ryan Whitear.
Smiles all around!!!
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Root Beer Adventures
Ryan and I have started a new little journey. We are going to become root beer connoisseurs. Once a month we will try a new root beer and give it our honest opinion.
This month we tried an Australian Root Beer called Bundaberg.
From the Bundaberg website their description says: "Traditionally brewed to a genuine old recipe from real sarsaparilla root, licorice root, vanilla beans and molasses."
I'd say that's very accurate. We didn't hate this root beer, but I don't think we'll be having it again anytime soon. The licorice flavor was notable and in my opinion, overpowering. The smooth, creamy texture of some of my favorite root beers was lacking. Bundaberg packed a bit of a bite.
Ryan gave this root beer a 3.5. He didn't seem to mind the taste.
I give this root beer a solid 2. It was a bit too strong on licorice for me.
I did enjoy the packaging though. I thought the bottles were unique and fun.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Two dresses for sale!!
I have two beautiful wedding dresses for sale. (I bought them long before I was engaged...not with the purpose of keeping them, but to sell them!)
They are both from J. Crew. They retail for $600!!!!! I'm selling them for $100 (plus shipping). They are each 100% silk. One is a halter, the other a sleeveless v-neck. They are elegant, classy, and simple.
The Halter (size 10):
The Sleeveless V-Neck (Size 12):
They are both from J. Crew. They retail for $600!!!!! I'm selling them for $100 (plus shipping). They are each 100% silk. One is a halter, the other a sleeveless v-neck. They are elegant, classy, and simple.
The Halter (size 10):
The Sleeveless V-Neck (Size 12):
Please pass along the info if you know anyone who would want to buy either of these gorgeous dresses.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
I have no words for this title.
I can either sleep for 14 hours or not sleep at all. My stomach gets upset every time I eat. I am craving salt and carbs like it's my job. I am exhausted and I just want to cry sometimes. I'm SO over school that I can scarcely take it.
On the other hand, Ryan is the cutest, best future husband a girl could ask for. I stayed home sick today and when he came over he told me to go get my hairbrush and some lotion. He made me take tylenol because I felt hot and maybe had a fever. He brushed my hair for a while and then he put lotion on my feet and rubbed then. Later, I was hungry and all I wanted was grilled cheese and soup. Ryan isn't much of a cook...he makes dutch pancakes and scrambled eggs and rice in a rice cooker. But he made me grilled cheese and ramen and it was PERFECT. He made it all by himself and when I tried to help he made me go lay back down. He cleaned up the dishes and was so patient and sweet to me. This, my friends, is one lucky girl. He told me I looked cute when I'm sick. Seriously, I don't know how I found him but thank goodness I'm keeping him!
So, obviously my life is great..I'm just so stressed about school and work. This is how my body reacts to stress...I know that's what is going on. I'm so stressed out I'm making myself sick.
I just need to breathe.
And maybe do some yoga.
Six more weeks and then I'll have five months off from school.
You can do this. You can do this. You can do this.
On the other hand, Ryan is the cutest, best future husband a girl could ask for. I stayed home sick today and when he came over he told me to go get my hairbrush and some lotion. He made me take tylenol because I felt hot and maybe had a fever. He brushed my hair for a while and then he put lotion on my feet and rubbed then. Later, I was hungry and all I wanted was grilled cheese and soup. Ryan isn't much of a cook...he makes dutch pancakes and scrambled eggs and rice in a rice cooker. But he made me grilled cheese and ramen and it was PERFECT. He made it all by himself and when I tried to help he made me go lay back down. He cleaned up the dishes and was so patient and sweet to me. This, my friends, is one lucky girl. He told me I looked cute when I'm sick. Seriously, I don't know how I found him but thank goodness I'm keeping him!
So, obviously my life is great..I'm just so stressed about school and work. This is how my body reacts to stress...I know that's what is going on. I'm so stressed out I'm making myself sick.
I just need to breathe.
And maybe do some yoga.
Six more weeks and then I'll have five months off from school.
You can do this. You can do this. You can do this.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Legend.....
wait for it.
.............-ary.
Legendary.
Right now I'm sitting here in a very non creeper fashion enjoying a little salad at the Crossroads on campus and in front of me is an old man. He is clearly close to 80 years old. A calzone and pasta for lunch. He has a british accent. To every other student he is just an old man. We talk to old people like children....but I know who this old man is.
Norman Bailey is a world-renowned opera singer from Europe. In the 1970's, Bailey was widely famous in the opera community and has graced the stage of most opera houses on the European continent. Think of all that travel, all those experiences that are stored in his brain.
And then I sit here and watch him eat in Rexburg, Idaho. All that knowledge. To most, just an old man eating lunch.
To those who know....treasures upon treasures of knowledge. A opera legend.
.............-ary.
Legendary.
Right now I'm sitting here in a very non creeper fashion enjoying a little salad at the Crossroads on campus and in front of me is an old man. He is clearly close to 80 years old. A calzone and pasta for lunch. He has a british accent. To every other student he is just an old man. We talk to old people like children....but I know who this old man is.
Norman Bailey is a world-renowned opera singer from Europe. In the 1970's, Bailey was widely famous in the opera community and has graced the stage of most opera houses on the European continent. Think of all that travel, all those experiences that are stored in his brain.
And then I sit here and watch him eat in Rexburg, Idaho. All that knowledge. To most, just an old man eating lunch.
To those who know....treasures upon treasures of knowledge. A opera legend.
Friday, May 6, 2011
Thursday Thoughts
I miss Ryan. We only see each other like an hour or so a day right now. I love him SO much.
Carbs be gone....again.
I love my calling.
Feliz Cinco de Mayo. I made homemade steak quesadillas in celebration for me and Ry tonight. They were amazing.
Just Dance 2. Cardio. Enough said.
New MAC makeup = YES.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Madama Butterfly
I will be studying and performing this duet this semester for our Opera Workshop Class. I am PUMPED.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Monday thoughts.
Here are the summarizing thoughts for Monday:
1. Mondays are not my best days for being motivated but I still managed. My day started off a bit hectic. I was excited at the idea that I didn't have class until 11:30a so I thought "Ahhhh...I'll just stay in bed for a little while and take my time getting ready." This was at 10am. Then, as I looked at my calendar, I realized that today, was in fact, my first voice lesson with THE Stanford Olsen. Stanford is a guest professor this semester at school. He is an artist in residence at Florida State where he teaches primarily graduate school students and has had a very extensive performing career in opera. In essence, he's kind of a big deal. I am SOOOO excited to study with him this semester. Luckily this wasn't my first impression for him. We have met several times prior and he didn't mind that I was 10 minutes late, but I minded! However, all ended well and I am excited to see what the semester holds.
3. Dear Rexburg Wind. I'm tired of not being able to open my windows.
4. I love Ryan. Only five and a half months left!!!
5. Sad for my good friend who got into some trouble over the weekend. He and his wife are in my prayers. I know the consequences of his actions are going to be severe...which just makes me so worried for him. Please pray for my friend as well.
6. Tuesdays are supposed to be my day off...but they have ended up being just as busy as the others! Gotta make that money I guess!!!
Loves to all!
1. Mondays are not my best days for being motivated but I still managed. My day started off a bit hectic. I was excited at the idea that I didn't have class until 11:30a so I thought "Ahhhh...I'll just stay in bed for a little while and take my time getting ready." This was at 10am. Then, as I looked at my calendar, I realized that today, was in fact, my first voice lesson with THE Stanford Olsen. Stanford is a guest professor this semester at school. He is an artist in residence at Florida State where he teaches primarily graduate school students and has had a very extensive performing career in opera. In essence, he's kind of a big deal. I am SOOOO excited to study with him this semester. Luckily this wasn't my first impression for him. We have met several times prior and he didn't mind that I was 10 minutes late, but I minded! However, all ended well and I am excited to see what the semester holds.
2. Just Dance. Thank you for getting me to move and sweat today.
3. Dear Rexburg Wind. I'm tired of not being able to open my windows.
4. I love Ryan. Only five and a half months left!!!
5. Sad for my good friend who got into some trouble over the weekend. He and his wife are in my prayers. I know the consequences of his actions are going to be severe...which just makes me so worried for him. Please pray for my friend as well.
6. Tuesdays are supposed to be my day off...but they have ended up being just as busy as the others! Gotta make that money I guess!!!
Loves to all!
Friday, April 8, 2011
Monday, April 4, 2011
Courtney and Ryan are GETTING MARRIED!!!
Below is the link to my wedding website (yes, I said WEDDING). Ryan Whitear is going to be my hu-band!! We will be getting married in October. :) So excited! So excited! So excited!
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