-I absolutely love my middle name, and telling people what it is.

-Brownies are not my favorite, Cheesecake is.

-When I really get to it, I can be really good at reading my books for class.

-Ice cream cannot help any of my problems, prayer and friends can.

-I like rap, it's as simple as that.

-Country will always be my favorite though.
-When I get really happy about a boy, I dance around my room like a maniac.

-I'm fine with not making my bed.

-You don't always have to do something crazy to have fun.

-I want to be something to someone.

-When I go running I Will be listening to Jason Derulo, Chris Brown, or Ke$ha.

-Someday I will own a Canon Rebel T3i. Probably not any time soon..

-Often I wake up, wish I could paint all day, then I remember class.

-Adventures are always memorable.

-I don't understand most sports, and frankly don't care to.

-Maybe it's just me, but I think being asked, and going, on a date would be a miracle. 

-School is difficult. I don't test well.

-I miss dancing all the time.

-I am never alone.

Take it or Leave it.

This Just In!

The fire alarm just went off again. 
JUST So You Know... that is the SEVENTH time.. in five weeks. 
....and the second time in the last 42 hrs. 


When there's a real fire, Jones hall will ACE that! 

no showers, tin foil dinners every meal, and lots of bugs.

Hi, My name is Jerrica C Osmun, and I'd like to live in a cave for the rest of my life.
...okay, okay, not necessarily a cave, although I do have one in mind if it came down to that.

What I mean is outside, I'm going to live outside. While it's warm, I'll hike around and rock climb where ever I can get to. When it's cold.. well that's why I own ski's, duh.

If you need to contact me, well just don't try.

P.S. Dad, I'd like to go skiing at least.. 3-10 times this year, you up for it? I think Christmas Eve and Christmas would be perfect days with no crowds(maybe new years too), if we start now we Might just be able to convince mom to let us.

Oh, it is love.

Apparently. I love Jbird (Joshua Bird, one of the boys next door). Except my hand says that I love Lauren more. Predicament? I think absolutely yes. 

What do you think? Josh? Or Lauren?

P.S. Yeah, they both wrote on my hands at the beginning of the training we had last night for callings. You know, Sunday dress, in the church. I tried keeping my arms folded for the rest of the meetings, not because I was embarrassed.. it was just not the time to have things plastered across the tops of your hands... duh.

Two weeks

Two weeks ago I told myself I would share my testimony today. 

I hadn't remembered until my legs were walking myself up to the stand. 

When I got to the podium, I sat in the chair waiting for the person ahead of me to finish.

I didn't know what to say. The morning had not started out well, the night before I had been a mess.

How was I, Jerrica Osmun, going to say something that these people wanted to hear.

She finished, and it was my turn. I stood, walked those excruciating five steps and stood. 

When looking down, there were a Lot of people watching me. 

I didn't know most of them, but there were my friends, and my older brother.

I don't remember a word I said really. At least not much of it.

I only remember, prayer, being here for a reason, He has a plan, and Families Are Forever. 

After sharing what I really felt to say, I walked back, and sat down.

They may not remember what I said, but He will. He was watching me and supporting me when I shed a few tears when referring to my family. Because I miss them So much. He listened to every word and knew I was terrified to be up there. No one else knew how long it had been since I had last gotten up in testimony meeting. They say that our testimonies grow as we share them. I Know that is true. 

Craft Night #1

D.I., 3 frames, 1 mirror, two books, one to read, one to rip.

Hobby Lobby, Paper, more paper, Mod Podge. 

Walmart, Oreo's, cream cheese. 

 1. It started like any other trip Laur and I take, with Yellow car and Music.  

We went to D.I. first and picked up some frames and books. I found an old one called "Phronsie Pepper" Yeah... I tried reading it because I almost felt guilty for ripping it up, after trying to read the first paragraph I didn't feel bad anymore. I also got a book with Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Collected Poems of Emily Dickenson (Which I already have and Love, however, it had those other books in them! I had to get it!). We then went to Hobby Lobby. Let me just say this, that is One Dangerous store! We both picked out some paper and Mod Podge. Last we went to Walmart and got Oreo's and cream cheese. Oreo truffles, duh.

2. Then it went to this. Ripped paper, frames, boxes, vases, books, Mod Podge, music, phones, and sticky fingers like you would Not believe!

3. The first finished product. I wish we had taken before and after pictures! But we didn't. So before this lovely thing had a make over. It was all wood where the purple was, kind of boring. I also took a picture and some words from the book and added those for a little extra charm.

4. I don't have any pictures yet. I'll add them tomorrow maybe. Next I Mod Podged three frames, and put pages from the old book on them. Kenzee had shown me a poem called "Date a Girl Who Reads" I fell in Love. (You can read it here.) I formatted and printed it off, so the picture frames were for that. 

They look so good, I'll take a picture later today and put them up, pinky promise.

5. Kevin came over and we made Oreo truffles. I may or may not had burnt the Almond Bark. We don't need to discuss it really. So off to Walmart it was. finally we finished them.

6. 20 minutes of Mary Poppins and off to bed

Craft Night a success? Absolutely.

what just happened.

I don't know what it is. and I don't know why.
but let's just not talk about today, or how tonight went.

not Everything goes as planned all the time, right?
it's okay to call in big brother to talk.
sometimes you won't even talk that much.
just sit in each others company.
and it's even more okay to eat his candy,
while watching Swan Princess.
it may end at 2:30AM
but sometimes that's just what you need.
a hug from a concerned neighbor boy
and a late night with no thoughts.

until next time.
Jerrica.

S.N.O. this one's for you. So perk up pretty girl.

Hey Little Sister,
    This is for you. Pictures and all. It's my room, And I cleaned it the other day. I feel like it needs some clutter though. So today I left a few notebooks, textbooks, and clothes out. But here she be.

I even hung up some of these lovely creations.
Because I'm proud of them :)

S-chiz, be good okay? I know school is tough, and people are flat out brutal sometimes. Trust me. Chin up, right? I'm on your side. I'm holding up a sign, cheering you on. Take everything one day at a time. Not every day will be Roses. (As if you haven't heard that one from me yet..)

It can be hard, and you will want be down and upset, but only for 24 hrs. and that's only if it's bad. After that, you're done, it's time to move on. Okay? Maybe go on a run or practice dance, that always helps me. Everyone's different though. Find your outlet, and use it. Don't become obsessed, but when you need to go for it. Everyone needs a time out every so often.

You are a gorgeous girl. You have always had a way of making me laugh. Helping me be happy when I'm down. You've always been one that I go to when I need help. I look up to You. You are such a strong girl. I am always here for you. I may be in Logan, but I am one phone call away. Don't you ever think twice about it, I will never give up on you.

I love you so incredibly much. All of us love you, and so does your Father in Heaven. Remember, you're never alone.

Love,
J-jiz.

I'm just saying it's fine by me.

Today has been an outside day. I absolutely love being outside. I got home after my classes and made a burrito, yeah that's actually some pretty good cooking for me okay, no judging. I went to my room and felt really claustrophobic. I don't usually get claustrophobic EVER. So I texted Lauren a long random text saying I wanted to go outside and that she could sit with me outside if she didn't have class. It ended up being me and Kenz for a little while because Laur had to go back and get her laptop.

First we went and got free Aggie Ice Cream. Delicious? I think yes! We sat on the stairs next to the waterfall and people watched, talking here and there. It was so calm and relaxing. We're planning on doing that again most definitely. After about 40 minutes Lauren ended up coming, we met her at the Quad. There were only about 20 minutes till classes started(for Kenz and I. Lauren comes to my Psych class sometimes anyway, it's quiet and easy for her to do reading. Hey, it works.).

After Psych. I had to go and meet with my English teacher to talk about a paper that we're doing right now. It was so helpful! And he likes my idea for my paper. Following that, Lauren, Dallin and I walked across the Quad so Dal could get his bike. Laur and I laid on the grass and talked.

I love... Lauren. Spending time outside. Laying on the grass. Writing papers. Cleaning my room. Getting text messages. Dancing in my room, just because today has been a great day. Laughing at the boys next door. Reviewing my math. Finding big pictures of the temple. Hanging up the big picture of the temple. Seeing the picture of my family. Loving them all the time. 

Knowing they love me too. 

Oh, and seeing this lovely face and message 

on my phone after my exam. :)

"Family History Consultant"

 “We want the Latter-day Saints from this time to trace their genealogies as far as they can, and to be sealed to their fathers and mothers. Have children sealed to their parents, and run this chain through as far as you can get it. … This is the will of the Lord to his people.”


I get to help. :)

P.S. Like the new 'do'?

lobster bugs and a smoke filled cave.

Hello there, here's the list. The list of Friday 7:00PM-Saturday 11:00AM.

Tin foil dinners.

Delayed departure, more than once. 

Hiking to the cave of wonders.

Crouching to get to the end of the tunnel.

Watching the Men start a fire.

Taking Millions of photos.

Cooking dinner

Eating with cards as utensils.

Taking a few more photos.

Making up our beds.

Teasing Kevin for his train blanky.

Cameron in his cocoon. 

Trying to fall asleep.

Failing to do so.

Talking until 3AM.

Walking down the scary tunnel in the dark.

Going on a surprise hike. 

Coming back and warming up.

quoting Kid History.

Continue talking.

Dozing off for only a little while. 

Talking most of the night away. 

Waking up after half an hour.

Packing and leaving. 

An all nighter and 38 hours later. Here I am.

It was absolutely Incredible! Other than the fact that there were no bathrooms. 

We all had a fun, dinner was swell, Mike is an incredible photographer, we all became closer :)

Good Gravy! I'm in Love!

With my Human Phys teacher for finishing lecture ten minutes early!

With the hilarious boys next door, they're goof balls. :)

Pictures of loved ones and fond memories on my wall. 

With the fact that there is not One organized bone in my body screaming "Make Your Bed!"

In love with being chill, and knowing that everything Will, in fact, work out. 

With my crazy room mates who drive me to the brinks of insanity sometimes, but hardly ever. 

With 6:30PM, today, because That is when I am going to the temple. 

With this difficult thing we call school, because it will help me reach my dream.

With hard times, new people, and four textbooks.

With the worthy priesthood holders I am friends with and can call on.

With all of the beauty surrounding us in this world. 

My pick-me-up.

Meet Laurlaur. Her and I are almost sisters. Today we got in the car and went to Sandy to gather supplies for a camping trip on Friday. They've got loads of camping things at her house. Shortly after arriving, we changed and went to the Draper Temple. We went in and did baptisms. Afterwards we went to her house and ate with her mom and sister. We packed up a few things, and started to drive back to Logan. Listening to EFY music almost the entire way home. And... we may or may not have been singing too..

The temple is exactly what I needed. School is stressful. Classes are overloaded. Teachers think we don't have anything to do but Their classes work. Yeah. Right. Today was just what I needed. I'm so grateful for the temple. I'm so glad I have Lauren in my life. She's incredible. As if you can't tell the second you meet her. I highly recommend you become her friend. 

It's time to be strong.

Sometimes I break down and cry. I don't wear make up or get ready every day. My side of the room can be a mess, and unorganized. Sometimes I don't think before I speak. I'm rude. I'm not perfect. I forget to do things I said I would. I forget to do my homework. I trip and fall. I feel alone sometimes. Broken. I get caught up in my emotions and forget who I am.


I am strong. I am beautiful, wonderful, kind. I am smart and creative. I can make a difference. I am trying every day to be better. I have friends who care about me, and love me for Me. I have a family that loves me. I have a father in heaven looking after me and watching, always. He will help whenever I need, all I need to do is ask.


I am a Daughter of God. 

I'd write English papers for fun.

Writing is one of my passions. I have come to realize that lately. It may not be one of my strong points, but it is one of the things I love. Putting the way I feel into words. Sharing with those who may want to hear it. Writing is like opening the sky of ideas, and soaring through each perspective. Soar high, and write a story.

Happy Friday.

Today seemed like such a long day, at least while classes were still going. I also felt sick, had a head ache, and felt so lazy for a little bit. Things sure did pick up though. 


I went with Jen to the D.I. People, I love this store. She needed to look for something for her brother, I had nothing I needed to look for or buy. I ended up getting basketball shorts, and a wooden cabinet thing.. I don't know what it's called, it has two shelves, a little drawer, and it hangs on the wall. Anyway, I'm going to sand it down and paint it. I have quite the creative side, we'll see how it turns out. Although I am saving it for another weekend, so it may be a while till you see pictures. 


Next, Lauren and I went to Kevin's. He made us spaghetti, and corn. We brought salad, oh and he also had a cantelope. It was such a great meal! Lauren and I started Oreo truffles(easiest. recipe. ever.), and stuck them in the freezer. A little while later two other boys showed up (Kevin's cousin, and friend, now our friends too). They ate some food and talked while, we finished the truffles while playing Kinect on the Xbox. It was Incredibly fun! Ah, I can't stand it. We had the truffles and started the Even Stevens movie. After a while, they had to leave. So Kev, Laur and I finished the movie, then we left. 

Some done, some not.

 oh, and one of the boys may or may not have gotten my number. kinda sorta.
Also we are planning a camping trip with said boys.
Excited? Yes. Much so.

The boys next door.

There's Josh, Mike, Dallas, Steve, Ryan, and Ryan. We're almost best friends. At least Josh, Mike, and I are. Kinda, sorta. Josh tried to eat dinner with us, but the bishop told us to not let boys "hang out" with us and eat the food we make. He also tries to go to bed early, but fails most every night when we are all talking. Mike makes funny faces at us, and walks off.

It's cool. 

I will.

This year I am going to do so well in school. I will get good grades, I'm determined. I have been going to and from classes, I spent three hours in the library, spent four hours on my computer doing two math assignments (finishing both in the nick of time, getting a 100, and an 80. Boom Yah!), and have sufficiently studied 14 pages of Human Phys. complete with highlighted portions and my own notes (in other words, my translation of what it means). All in the last two days.

I will get into a nursing program, and however long it takes, I will become a nurse. I want to make a difference in the lives of others, I want to feel like I am able to be of help to someone.

At some point I will also go to Africa. I know, why Africa? Well, to be honest, I have no idea. I've always wanted to go to Africa, and when I go, I will volunteer myself, offer every service I can and am able to. I want to have that experience, and be able to see the world through my own eyes.

Next on the list is a mission. I've already researched, and have decided that I want to go. I'll prepare myself now, and if some lucky guy makes his way into the picture. So be it. If it's right, it'll work. Therefore, if I don't go in the next year and a half, I will go with him when we are old and have hearing aids, or something like that...

Last, not least.. I will get married in the temple. I will be sealed in the temple to my prince charming. Whenever it is right, he will come into my life, sweep me off my feet, and we will be happy together. Right now though, I'm okay waiting. 

Dreams don't happen all at once, the wait will be worth it. 

I was so excited.
Now I'm not..

My bud.

Dear Isaac,
   I've only been here about a week, but I already miss you so much. Oh, I really do miss you and our treat Tuesdays. You're the best little brother named Isaac a girl could ask for. You know you always brighten my day with a simple hug and kisses on both my cheeks, when I ask. I miss seeing you all the time.
   I'll come home sometime and get a hug from you some day, maybe soon, probably  not. I hope you're taking care of everything while I'm gone, and not being too much of a little twirp. Pay attention in school, be good to your sibs and eat all the vegetables mom sets in front of you.
   I love you bud.

-Jerrica.

I don't understand

why some people stay up so late at night
why others use foul language
why i've been cold all day
why i have no motivation in me
why school can be brutal when required
why it's been slow and long
why i let my room be messy
why there's this empty feeling
why i feel like i wish i weren't here
why the only thing i want is to be here
Why I have to feel so confused.

:good:day:

One pint of blood.

Dinner with Dallin.

Half a saucepan of mac n cheese.
Jen's mac n cheese, that is.

I cook, he cleans, def. works.