On Christmas Day, I went to see Tangled. That day, I decided that I was going to buy it as soon as it came out...and I did. That day was today! Tonight, I was going to let nothing interfere with my plans to watch this movie. And nothing did. :) What a great movie. Here we have a really cute princess who takes control of her own life, and is very independent. We also have a very attractive hero...in my opinion, the most attractive of all Disney movies. I mean, where do you go wrong with that? Amazing movie!
So, now, I may have a new movie obsession, but oh well. At least it's a good one. :)
Thank you for the good times, and for letting me be ahead of the all the guys at the end of the first weekend. However, today you let me down. If Kansas does happen to win, we might be able to salvage some of this relationship, but as for right now, I think we're getting close to the end.
Sincerely,
Krystal
P.S. Please pass the message on to the tournament that it did well to live up to the name of March Madness.
The Rexburg Temple has held a special place in my heart for about seven years. It was announced just before I knew I was for sure going to attend BYU-Idaho. Ground was broken right after my first year.
I watched as it progressively came to look more and more like a temple.
I remember the day Moroni was put on the top of the spire (I could see it out my bedroom window).
Random note...after Moroni was placed on the Temple, they started lighting up the spire at night...and only the spire. It was what I referred to as a "floating steeple."
I watched as it was completed. I was able to participate in the open house by ushering one evening, and I attended the open house a couple of times to tour the temple.
I was present at the dedication. And my last semester in Rexburg, I went at least once a week, usually twice a week, to do baptisms for the dead.
The Rexburg Temple holds a special place in my heart. This last weekend, that place in my heart grew. I was able to go to the Temple and receive my endowment in the Rexburg Temple. Even though it wasn't what I have always planned on, it was a blessing that it worked out like it did. I love this Temple so much, and it will always be one of "my temples."
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Today was the final regular season basketball game, and it was so good. After Wednesday night's game, the only way to go was up, and we went up. Aside from being overly tired, it was an awesome game to go to. The highlights were as follows...
1-Free donuts from the athletic department for standing in line
2-The usual player introductions that I love
3-Great friends to enjoy it with
4-Flash mob during the second half 8 minute media time out
5-Brandon Davies sitting on the bench with the team
6-Winning the Mountain West Championship
7-Senior Day celebrations...recognizing the seniors, all the players cutting down the net (and I mean all the players)
8-Brandon Davies getting a cheer as loud as or louder than Jimmer's...you be the judge
All in all, it was a great day. I'm definitely going to miss BYU basketball this year, and look forward to tournaments coming up soon!
What do these two athletes have in common? They were both dismissed from their respective teams due to honor code violations at BYU. The difference? Harvey Unga's dismissal happened in the off-season, while Brandon Davies was dismissed two games before the end of the regular season while the BYU basketball team was at the height of it's success.
In both cases, I was upset and disappointed...upset because the two teams lost star players. Disappointed because of devastating effects on the teams, but also because of the decisions that were made.
Last night, BYU played the first game without Brandon Davies, and he was definitely missed. Personally, I missed him in terms of the score (which was dismal, to say the least), and he was a lot of fun to watch and had a ton of talent. I also missed his part of the starting line up introductions. I love the pre-game intro when the players dance in a circle with Davies at the center. It makes for an exciting beginning to the games.
I am, however, very impressed at the positive attention BYU has received because of the whole situation. BYU is known for its high standards and honor code. Yes, the honor code is strict and requires a lot of the students, but every student that applies to BYU is aware of and agrees to the conduct and lifestyle required. Would it have been easier to have just hidden everything until after the NCAA tournament? Of course. Would anyone have really known? Probably not. But that is not how the school and the athletic program work. To dismiss a starting player, one who is high on the list of favorites, so close to the tournament says a lot. BYU is more willing to abide by standards than to perform well in sports.
ESPN Insider Chris Broussard calls the honor code "refreshing." And Skip Bayless gives it respect.
And of course, his teammates stand by him... From People: Cougars teammate Jimmer Fredette says Davies "told us everything. He told us he was sorry and that he let us down. We just held our heads high and told him it was okay, that it is life, and you make mistakes, and you just got to play through it."
I will stand by BYU and the Honor Code. I also respect the decision that was made. I terribly miss Brandon Davies, but I respect him for the courage this must take. He's a great basketball player and hopefully, we will see in again in the future.
So, now, I may have a new movie obsession, but oh well. At least it's a good one. :)
