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Eve of 26

Tomorrow I turn 26. Holy smokies. I can't believe I've lived on this Earth for 26 years. Age is tricky. Getting older is tricky. Here are 26 things about me at 26.
1. I still love Diet Coke.
2. I've almost finished my first year of GRADUATE SCHOOL. Grad school, babies!!
3. I'm currently in my 5th year of teaching.
4. I've been sloooooowwwwllllyyyy learning how to wear makeup correctly. Thanks, Mags.
5. I'm currently obsessed with watching past seasons of Survivor.
6. I go to Target at least 3 times a week.
7. Trader Joes was built less than a mile from my school and I love grocery shopping there.
8. Rachel Hollis has given me a new perspective of life.
9. I'm going to China for the month of June for an internship.
10. Pons are my favorite shoes.
11. I sewed my first costume in January. It was for my school play of Peter Pan.
12. I got rid of all the clothes that don't fit me right now and it was empowering.
13. I prefer my hair to be blonde.
14. My niece brings me happiness and sadness because I miss her all the time.
15. I finally rode Cannibal at Lagoon and I didn't throw up.
16. I have a Costco membership.
17. I enjoy getting new books that will help me in my teaching and future.
18. I really enjoy my students this year. They think I'm hilarious and that's so fun.
19. Dessert is my favorite meal; CHIP, Last Course, Fillings and Emulsions...
20. I currently have my first student teacher.
21. I am a member of EEPAC (Early Childhood and Elementary Partnership Advisory Council) for BYU.
22. I'm a season ticket holder for BYU Basketball and Football.
23. I've already decided my classroom theme for next year.
24. I LOVE Marco Polo, the app. It helps me stay connected to family and friends.
25. Pizza is my favorite food.
26. I really like to watch TV.

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