Give Your Heart A Break

The world is ours, if you want it We can take it, if you just take my hand There's no turning back now Baby, try to understand Don't wanna break your heart Wanna give your heart a break I know you're scared it's wrong Like you might make a mistake There's just one life to live And there's no time to waste, to waste....- Demi Lovato ~In love with this song...Morgan Andrea~

LGLG:)

This was something that I found a long time ago. I really love it. It is just the best thing...faith. Let Go, Let God.

Be a Choice :) Mama's Advice

I found this and it reminded me of my mom. She always says things like this...may not want to hear it but it is so true.

Inspiration

It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth - and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up, we will then begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had. ~Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

Khloe &&& Lamar

Khloe and Lamar are on! So I understand that some people do not like reality shows...but this is my favorite! "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" is a good show too. It is just such a funny show and I love to see what the girls are wearing. I think it is just fun to see what a life is like when you are in the lime light. It would be so much fun to go on adventures and shop just because you can. The perks of being a celebrity I guess! It is fun to dream, but the reality is...that is not my life!! If only.... :)

AHHH!!! How cute is this? I am obsessed with this show!

A Vera Wang dress? Only in my wildest dreams!!! ~Morgan Andrea~

Family Visit

My parents came to visit today! They brought me and my future roommates, Marta and Sam, out to dinner at Bucca di Beppo's! I love that place. I was really glad that my parents got to meet them. Plus it was nice to see them before my finals start :) It is just so good to see my family! I MISSS THEM SOOOOO MUCH! I can't wait for this week to be over so that I am officially done with my Sophomore year! It is so crazy that I am actually almost done with college already. Time flies by sooo fast. ~Morgan Andrea

One last thought...

Thinking today of many people whose hearts are aching today in memory of Kelsey. My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends. She certainly lived her life to the fullest with laughter and a smile. I hope good memories fill your hearts and give you strength. ~God works in mysterious ways. It is so sad that such a young life was taken. Rest in Pease Kelsey Lee.~ Morgan Andrea

This whole last week has certainly been a roller coaster of events. I think that I am really lucky to have some special people in my life. I want to dedicate this post to all of my close friends. I have realized that I should not take them for granted. They have helped with with so many things in my life. I am so thankful to have their support and love.

My Baldwin girls.:) I don't know quite what I would do without them. They can make me smile in any situation. Tana always texts me to make sure I am having a good day or just to catch up. She takes special time out of her day to talk to me and I really appreciate it.

I think about Samantha a lot....especially lately. She is definitely a forever friend and I love her to death! She is such a strong person, and I know I can tell her anything. I am thankful to have her in my life.

Miss Ali Wittchow. She is such a sweet and caring person. We have gone through so much together since I first met her in college. I am so glad to have her as a shoulder to lean on. Even though she has moved away...I feel closer to her than ever before.

Sam Juhn:) I am so glad that I will be living with this girl next year. She has been there for me this year and I reallllllyyyy appreciate it. She has such a positive attitude that I love. Nothing can get this girl down. I definitely admire her:)

Oh Miss Marta! (she is in the middle) She is such a goofy person! She makes me laugh lots and reminds me that no matter what life throws at you...its going to be OKAY!! I am also glad to have her as a roommate for next year. She brightens a room and makes my day!

Caikin and Lizzy. I love these two girls! I am so glad that I met them this year. They are little spitfires! They are such nice girls and I love hanging out with them. They have shown me the age does not make a difference...friends can be of all ages :)

Lastly, my brother Ryan is my best friend of them all! I could not have asked for a sweeter or more caring sibling. He knows me front and back, inside and out! I am going to miss him so much next year! With the events of this last week, I thank God for the presence of my brother. I would be at a complete loss without him. I may be older, but he has always been a role model for me. ~Morgan Andrea

One last look...

Here are some photos of Kelsey. This one is pictures that Samantha's mom took. She is a professional photographer. Her dad, Steve, put together this collage. He does all of the editing for Suzy. He did such a wonderful job. It is absolutely beautiful and how precious it is to have captured these moments of Kelsey.

This a picture of all of the cousins. Samantha has this on her profile for Facebook. She told me that it just shows how funny and goofy Kelsey was.

-------------------------"I can do all this through him who gives me strength." -Philippians 4:13 will be running down my back.---------------------------- I found this to be appropriate and really ironic. Kelsey had posted this picture of her new tattoo that she just got two weeks ago. It is so sad to think that she is gone. It is also so odd how she had picked out this bible verse to be put on her back so soon before her death. God does have plans for us..maybe there was just something inside of her that made her want to show us how she was such a strong person. God has ways of making us think....so we must just let God take over...and trust in his decisions. He is looking over us all now with Kelsey. She will be an amazing angel for anyone who needs her. Morgan Benoy

Kelsey Lee

Tuesday, Kelsey Lee from my hometown died in a car accident. She was the cousin of one of my very best friends Samantha. It breaks my heart to see a life taken at such as young age. However, God has a plan for every single one of us. He must of found something special in her. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Lee family. Kelsey had two sisters and a younger brother. I can not imagine what it is like to lose a sibling...especially if your family is so close. I talked to Samantha yesterday and she said that is has been tough so far for the families. They are staying strong though, and know that Kelsey lived a fulfilling life everyday. May of all you send prayers to this family who lost a daughter, sister, and a best friend.

You made me smile with your fun personality and showed me how fun it can be to just live your life...smiling and laughing the whole way. Thank you Kelsey :) you have touched so many lives...including mine. May you continue to do so..God gained a pretty amazing angel. Morgan Andrea

Happy MAY DAY!!

I almost forgot what today was!! Happy May Day! The only reason why I am super excited about this is because one of my classes got cancelled :) Let's celebrate!! Morgan Benoy

And with my last post...

I need to stay chill this WEEEEEKKK!! Finals are here and school is almost over!!

Deep Breath

Yesterday was CRAZY!! It had to be the busiest day that I have had in a long time. I started off the morning with my final debate for spanish. I was actually really nervous for this, but it ended up going very well. After my debate I had my oral exam for my LPE, or Language Proficiency Exam. It was very nerve wracking, but I am glad that it is over. Then I went to work for a little bit which was nice. Becca and I went to businesses in Dinkytown to try to get them to participate in the carnival event for Parent's Weekend. Five Guys even gave us free food while we waited to talk to the manager! That place went up about ten notches for me :) Then I had to head to my last exam of the day in physics. That test was a really long and I am glad that it is over. However, after class I had to go to work until 8!!! I swear my day was never ending. Anyway...I am glad that Monday is over and that it is now TUESDAY!!! I hope you all are having a good day! Morgan Andrea

GORGE

So last one i PROMise...haha This one is by Sherri Hill and I LOVE IT!!!

Prom dresses

SOOOO I am looking up prom dresses...there were so many pretty ones. I looked some up on Teen Vogue! This dress is super cute and understated. I can't really imagine wearing this kind of dress to prom, but it works! Definitely if you were a younger classman.

Metallics!!! :)

This dress is pretty cool too!!

Awww!! I want to buy a dress like this just for fun!! i wish.... haha

Rihanna :)

So I am surfing the web...lol Rihanna!! I think that she is just so gorgeous and talented! I got to see her in concert this last summer and she was really good. She would be someone that I would actually want to meet in person. She is also from Barbados which I think is pretty cool. She has pictures from there and it looks gorgeous! VACATION!!!!

Came across this...:)

"When The Stars Go Blue" - Ryan Adams Dancin' where the stars go blue Dancin' where the evening fell Dancin' in your wooden shoes In a wedding gown Dancin' out on 7th street Dancin' through the underground Dancin' little marionette Are you happy now? Where do you go when you're lonely Where do you go when you're blue Where do you go when you're lonely I'll follow you When the stars go blue Laughing with your pretty mouth Laughing with your broken eyes Laughing with your lover's tongue In a lullaby Where do you go when you're lonely Where do you go when you're blue Where do you go when you're lonely I'll follow you When the stars go blue The stars go blue, stars go blue I came acress this song...I have it on my iPod. It reminds me of my dad. He would always play this song when he used to bring me to my dance classes before I could drive. It is such a pretty song and one day..when I get married...this is going to be the song that I dance to with my dad. :) just thought I would share this special moment

and...ITS SUNDAY!

Today I came back to the cities early in the morning. I went with Matt and his family to his regatta at Lake Phalen. I have never been to something like this before! It was actually really fun! Matt is really involved in crew and I reallly wanted to see what it was all about. The lake had a beach surrounding it so it was really relaxing to watch. There were LOTS of people there, and many people were grilling food and had their dogs there. Matt's sister Alyssa and I were trying to meet as many dogs as we could! There were so many cute ones :) !! I am glad that I got to experience this though, and Matt said that he really appreciated me coming to see what he has been working so hard for. Now, I am just doing homework.... :( I prepared my notecards for tomorrow for Spanish. I am really anxious to see what our topic is going to be! It will be such a nerve wracking day! Afterwards, I have my oral interview for my LPE exam (Language Proficiency Exam). I am going to get a lot of huge things out of the way..but it will be a tad stressful! Wish me luck! Morgan Andrea <3

A Proud Sister:)

Saturday was quite an eventful day! In the morning I did my laundry and packed up to go home for the night. Afterwards, I went out to eat for late lunch/early dinner. I was asked out on a date by a boy that I am friends with. Connor and I had a good time, and it was nice to go out and do this. I do not want another boyfriend right now, but it was nice to be asked out! Plus, he is a nice and cute guy! After lunch, my aunt and cousins picked me up to head home. I was glad to see my parents, dog Reggie, and my other cousins when I arrived home. It felt good to be home!! Last night was also prom at my high school. My brother brought a girl in his grade who was originally not going. She is autistic, and sometimes has a hard time at school. He offered to bring her to prom so that she could have a great night and add to better high school experience for her. I thought that it was extremely amazing of him to do this for her. I was really proud of him last night. My brother truly has his heart in the right spot. He is so humble, unselfish, smart, caring....he will make one lucky girl very happy someday. I was just so moved and actually teared up when he was walking at the grand march. I am lucky to have such an AMAZING brother and best friend:) Morgan Andrea

Time with Some Great Friends!

Friday night I went over to my friend Jared's with one of my bests and future roomie, Sam! We had a lot of fun just hanging out and being silly. We danced to our favorite songs, went hot tubbing (Jared's apartment building has one! How awesome huh??!!), and attempted to watch a movie....we all fell asleep... It was a great night overall! It is always nice to spend time with friends and just enjoy each other's company. Morgan Andrea

SUNDAY!! :)

Today was a lazy day. I have been looking over verbs for Spanish. Tomorrow I have my LPE writing exam. I am very nervous for this. I have to pass all parts of my exam to continue on with my Spanish Minor. I know that i have done well with the writing portions of my other exams for spanish. This makes me feel more confident. I should get back to some studying though!! Goodnight! Morgan :)

Week in Review: Saturday

Yesterday was very eventful! Me and Ali got up and went shopping at Rosedale Mall. Ali had not gone shopping in a long time and she really wanted to go. We had a lot of fun, and it was great to spend some one on one with her! We got back and we went to the big concert for Spring Jam with my roommate Ariana, my roommate from last year Claire, and her roommate Julia. It ended up raining...but it did not stop us from having fun at the concert! Later after the concert, I went to pick up Matt from a wedding that he went to for a friend that he had when he was in ROTC at St.Thomas. By this time, it was super late and I went to bed after. Overall, it was a great day!

Week In Review: Friday

Friday was Spring Jam allllll day! My friend Ali came from LaCrosse which was super nice! I miss her so much and it was really great to have her here again. We all got to hang out and see a lot of our friends. There was also a concert on Friday for Spring Jam, but I was working. However, I did get to register for my classes Friday which was awesome! It felt good to get registered and get into ALL the classes that I wanted. Morgan :)

Week In Review: Thursday

Thursday came and it was such a relief. I was done with exams and papers for the week!It was nice to know that the pressure was lifted off my shoulders. I got to see Matt on Thursday also. He came over to do some homework and then we went out to eat Chinese. He was leaving early the next day to go to Iowa for rowing. It was nice to be able to see him for a little while before he had to leave to go to his event. I was also excited because Spring Jam started Thursday, so during the day me and Becca, who works with me at the Parent Program, were able to go and take pictures of all of the events going on! Morgan :)

Week in Review: Wednesday

Wednesday was really exciting! I got to meet with my new advisor for the College of Education and Human Development. My new advisor's name is Rebecca, and she is very nice and super helpful! I was able to meet with her and schedule out the rest of my classes for the rest of my time here. I was glad to hear that I can graduate on time and still be able to study abroad if it is at all possible. This was really good news to hear! It makes me more confident as I move on and start my career! Morgan! :)

Week in Review: Tuesday

Tuesday was a very busy day!! I had to study for my Spanish tests that were on Wednesday and Thursday and finish revising a paper for Thursday. Overall, it was a day for work!!!

Week in Review: Monday

Like I said....this week was productive and school is almost over! Monday I had the opportunity to meet with an event planner with my boss and co-worker to talk about Parent's Weekend 2012. I really love my job at the Parent Program! It is so much fun, and the people there are really great. This event is going to turn out to be really fun, but also a lot of work. I am confident though that everything will work out to be okay. Morgan Andrea

Countdown Begins!!!

It has been awhile since I last blogged.... :( However after spring break, it gets hectic. I work everyday,do homework, maybe go to yoga, and then BED! I have been quite busy and school is almost pve:-)

March 13: St. Thomas bound!

Tuesday was an eventful day!I woke up and I went to visit my dad at school! I helped in his classroom, but I also got to see Henry, a little boy who used to go to the daycare I work at. He likes to visit my dad's classroom everyday, and he is such a sweet boy who gives the biggest hugs! He lives in a foster home, and I wish that my family would adopt him. He needs lots of love and our family would give him just that. After my visit with my dad, I went to get my hair trimmed (which was quite overdue). I then went to visit Matt at school. I really wanted to see him before I went with my family to Madison. My spring break was this last week, and his is this week. It is a long time to not see him, so I really wanted to visit him. We went out to eat chinese with his roommate Paul. Then I went to watch his basketball game, and after, I helped him pack for his spring break in South Carolina with the St. Thomas crew team. Packing might have been the most hilarious part of the night! Matt was being so silly and he probably danced more than he packed :) However, we got it all done and I headed home. I was glad to have spent some time with him before I had to leave. It was such a fun night!

March 12: Lazy Monday

Monday I didn't have a very exciting day. I just hung out at my house and did some things for my mom. I got to nap with my dog Reggie too! He is so cute and I miss him a lot when I am at school!! AFter my family got home from school, we had dinner and watched a movie :) A very relaxing day!!

March 11: Funday Sunday

Sunday I got to see my friends Tana and Samantha. I was sooo excited to see them since I hadn't seen them in a really long time. My boyfriend, Matt, came to visit me before he went back to school, so he came with me and Tana to eat at Buffalo Wild Wings where Samantha works. I have met a lot of Matt's friends, so it was nice for him to meet my two best friends. After dinner, Matt left and Tana and I went back to her apartment in River Falls. We ended up going bowling with some of her friends which was fun! I had never hung out with her friends from River Falls before, so it was nice to finally meet the people that she talks about most while at school. Overall, a fun friend day!!!

March 10: MOA- Girl Scout Style

The day after I was home, my mom and I went to the Mall of America. My cousins were there for the Girl Scout's 100th Anniversary! They are both involved in Girl Scouts and seemed pretty excited. My mom and I did shop, but it was really interesting to just people watch! There were soooo many people there. I had never seen so mnay people at the mall before! Anyway, it was fun to see my aunt and cousins...and also to hang out with my mom. After we went to the mall, me and my mom met up with my brother and dad to go to the Sectional Final Boys High School Basketball game: Somerset vs. GET. GET won the game and they won a trip to state in Madison. Afterwards, we all went out to eat with my dad's assistant coaches and the one coach's family. It was a good night overall :)

March 9- Spring Break BEGINS!

Thursday was a good day. I remember being a little bit stressed and anxious. I had to work, take a test, and then pack and leave for home! I was so excited to be on break. It is such a good time to have a break...school gets old around this time of year, and everyone is ready to be done. Anyway I got home, ate dinner with my family, and then watched a movie with my family. It definitely felt good to be home!

Don't Stop Thinkin About Tomorrow : Tuesday

Tuesday : You all missed my thoughts from this day . I love my Parent Program job !!!! I really enjoy the people i work with . i also feel apart of something important on campus . It makes me feel good that I can accomplish all my school work amd maintain two jobs ....and have a social life !!!! :-) Night all !!! Morgan Andrea :-)

Rain is falling...teardrops on my head.

today it rained..but two more sleeps and i am on Spring Break !!!! i am exhausted ..today was busy and work was long . tomorrow is a new day amd one day closer to my bed at home ! i apologize for my short posts....but i am just that excited to have a nreal from school :-) Morgan Andrea --> night bloggsters :-) :-)

I Won't Give Up

Today has been a productive day. I have been at it since 9:00 this morning. I am finally glad to be done with homework tonight!!! I think that I am going to make this short and read in bed. These are the moments that I live for. Goodnight! Morgan Benoy

Happy Birthday Madison!

Today has been a great, relaxing day :). I have spent the day with my boyfriend doing laundry, doing homework, and ordering pizza! It is nice to have days like this. Last night was great too. I got to spend time with my friend Samantha! I am living with her next year and I am so excited! We also hung out with Jared who works at Abercrombie with us. He is a hoot! He is gay and I love him! He is such a kind person:) he was so glad to hang out with us and I am glad he did. Lastly.... It's my cousin Madison's birthday !!! She is so grown up now and I love her tons:) ! Send her birthday wishes tonight! Have a happy Saturday all! Morgan Andrea

THURSDAY!!!!

All I have to say is that I am glad this week is over! I will now be enjoying myself by reading a good book for pleasure and sipping white grape juice.:) Goodnight Bloggsters! Morgan Andrea Happy once more :)

>:/ = Mad Face

Sorry I will not be writing much tonight. I have to write a five page paper for the class in which this blog is for. It should be quite the treat since I was told on my last essay that my paper was a complete FAILURE and that I am a bad writer....I should be receiving help from the University Writing Center. It is such an honor to be in such a prestigious class. It is too bad that my ideas and thoughts about the concepts in class are of no use. However, I do not plan to go anywhere near a phiolosophy major, and that is what this class appears to be like. I have said my peace. My I enrich the minds of my future elementary students, and pray that they do not end up writing like myself....that or I will encourage that they stick to classes that do not examine your everyday life as some sort of spectacle. Goodnight!!! I am quite sorry about this, but it needed to be said in order for me to continue on with this paper...and to sleep tonight. Morgan Andrea

Snow and Rain :(

Today has been a gloomy day.... It has been snowing all day and it is now raining. However, another gloomy aspect of this day has to do with my brother. He had his surgery on his torn ACL today. This was a huge surgery for him, and luckily everything went well. My mom said that he got a little sick afer his surgery, but I believe he is doing well now. I wish I could see him! :( Please send your prayers and love to him for a successful and quick recovery! He is a very strong person so I believe that he will make it through this difficult time. Be thankful for your family and send them lots of love tonight! Goodnight Bloggsters!! Morgan Andrea

It's only MONDAY??

I am going to bed as soon as I write this post. Today was productive I believe. I had an exam, work, and finished writing my paper for my transfer to the College of Education and Human Development here at the U of M. This week is going to be super busy so please forgive me ahead of time for my short writings and lack of excitement. I hope everyone is having a good week so far! I CANNOT wait for Friday:) Goonight and sweet dreams my dear bloggsters!! Morgan Andrea

.....Spring Break?? Come soon!

Today I came back to the cities after spending a weekend at home. I actually already miss my family. I really like spending time with them.....and I really just want a nice break from school. SPRING BREAK!!!!! My mom brought me back to school today. We ran to the mall to return some clothes of mine and went to Target. It was nice to spend some time with her. I miss her already though... :( However, on the bright side....I got to talk to my friend Ali tonight! I miss her sooooo much, and I wish she was still going to school here. She really likes LaCrosse though, and I was glad to hear that! I think that i will get to see her when my family is in Madison for Spring Break!!! I am so excited. Hopefully that will all work out. However, I am going to read for pleasure right now, and give myself a break. I am going to bed early... I am sooo tired. I am not sure why??? Sleep sounds so good!!! Goodnight Bloggsters!!! Morgan Andrea

Saturday~ Celebrating with the Benoy's and Couch's

Saturday, my family celebrated all of the birthdays in Feburary. My family, Matt, my uncle, aunt, two cousins, and my Grams and Gramps Couch went to dinner at the Orchard. It was really nice to celebrate all of the birthday's and go out to eat. We celebrated my uncle Mike, my aunt Jenny, my Gram, and Matt's birthdays. After dinner, we all went back to my family's house and had cake. All of those with birthdays opened their presents as well. This was actually very entertaining! My uncle Mike always makes simple things like that super funny! Overall it was a very fun night, and Matt told me that he enjoyed it too. :) He said that my family is fun, and he really enjoys coming to things with us. That was really nice to hear because I also enjoy when his family invites me to come to things with them. :)

Friday~ Koehler Family

Friday I went out to eat with my boyfriend and his family!!! It was his birthday Thursday! :) We ended up to TGI Friday's and it was very very good!! I really like spending time with Matt and his family. They are really fun to be around and they are close family.....just like mine.:) Overall it was a great night

Not your Ordinary WEDNESDAY.....

I didn't realize that I didn't post yesterday!!! I'm so sorry....I think I got caught up in my other homework. However, the highlight of my day yesterday happened at work. I am still training at my job that I have at the Office of Admissions. I have started calling students that are still making their college decisions for the fall that have be accepted at the University of Minnesota. We call them to ask them if they have any questions about our university and remind them of important deadlines. Yesterday I had a conversation with a boy from Wisconsin. Since I am also from Wisconsin, I could really relate to this boy. He asked me two huge, deciding questions. He asked me what would make him want to choose the University of Minnesota over UW-Madison, and about the safety on campus. I was very honest with him, and told him that I also went through the descision of choosing between UW-Madison and the U of M. I have a lot of school pride for my university, but I was as honest with him and told him all of things that made me decide to go here. I shared some of my experiences that I have had here while at school. After our conversation, he thanked me for giving him a better outlook on the U of M. He said that he honestly didn't think that he was going to consider the U of M anymore. However, he said that after I answered his questions with my personal experiences here, he became more interested. He said that he had never heard many things about my university and appreciated my phone call. He said that he plans on visiting the U of M campus now. He did not realize how many opportunities were available here. This call really made me feel good. I realize how hard it can be to decide where to attend college. I also realized how much pride I have for my university. :) There are many opportunities to succeed here, and this year I have made more of an effort to get involved on campus. I now have two campus jobs, and they are both allowing me to have opportunities here that I wouldn't have thought about. I am also meeting some really great people through my jobs also. The message of this story: I am proud to be a student at the University of Minnesota, and to be a Golden Gopher :) Morgan Andrea

It's only TUESDAY??!!

Hello Bloggsters! Today was another normal day at the U of M. However, because of the snow last night, the sidewalks and streets were very gross today!!! EWWW.... I am not a huge fan of snow or winter in general. I have started my application process for changing schools within the U of M. I am currently in CLA, or the Collge of Liberal Arts, and will be applying for CEHD, the College of Education and Human Development. I have filled out a great majority of the information needed for the applications tonight which was good. I don't think that this process is going to be as big of stress as I had intended it to be. I do have to write an essay, but I am confident with my writing skills, and it should really not be a big problem. This is a good thing to get out of the way, and not be too worried about. However as spring break is approaching,it is becoming quite clear that I have some more homework. This is pretty usual around this time, but I am hoping that it won't be too much of a burden. Also, I am feeling much better today. I have been taking benedryll for the last two days, and it has been helping my rash stay down. I think this was just a virus, and it should go away. However, nothing makes you feel more self-concious than a spotty rash all over yourself.... -_- ...... There is not much going on right now other than what I just talked about. It is very boring ...I know... Hopefully something more exciting tomorrow!! One more quick assignment and off to BED! Goodnight and sleep tight!! Morgan Andrea

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I am not sure why my post for Valentine's Day just showed up....Ignore hahaha

Happy Valentine's Day! :)

It's Snowing........ :(

Today was an interesting and long day. Unfortunately I do not feel well today . :( I had to go to the doctor's today to get checked. I have a rash all over my body and a sore throat and aching body. This is not fun. However, he said that it is most likely a virus, but if it continues to get worse I will have to go in again. Good News: I GOT THE JOB I WANTED!!!! This job is for the Parent Program Assistant for Parent's Weekend! I was very excited about this opportunity and job. It also pays more than any other job I have ever had before....definitely a plus! This week looks like it is about to get busy again. I am going to be in the process of applying for my major and school transfer. I am looking to be in the College of Education and Human Development here at the U. Hopefully I will get accepted and all my major stresses for this year will be gone!!! Between finding classes, jobs, and applying for this college....it is allll soooooooooo much! It will all be over before I know it. However I am still not feeling too hot so BED. Goodnight!! Sweet dreams bloggsters!!! Morgan Andrea P.S- it is snowing.... :( Spring come soon!!!!

Sunday... LAZY DAY

After a long saturday, I woke up to the beautiful campus of St. Thomas. Matt took me to breakfast at the new student center which is GORGEOUS! I definitely took advantage of all the food that was available. At least I didn't have to cook this morning! Matt brought me home shortly after that, and it was good to be home. I got to finish all my laundry and homework. I like that feeling of accomplishment. Other than that, my day has consisted of me sitting on the couch watching Harry Potter yet again! (ABC Family!!!) However, it is off to bed here! Goodnight! Sweet dreams bloggsters!! Morgan Andrea

Saturday

Saturday was quite eventful...unlike FRIDAY!! My boyfriend and I were supposed to leave in the morning to visit his family, and then go to my cousin's wedding dinner at my uncle Mike's house with my entire family. Matt had some moring difficulties however. He had gone to the Jason Aldean concert the night before with some friends...and let's just say the night ended up getting the best of him!! We were supposed to leave by noon. He did not wake up unil ONE! However, I was unaware of this because he had lost his phone, wallet, and room keys the night before..... :( ahhh!! Matt did end up finding all of his things, and we did make it to dinner on time. The dinner was very nice! :) We had spaghetti, salad, lasagna, and bread for dinner. YUMM!! It was nice to be with family to celebrate my cousin Kaylyn and her new husband Kale's recent wedding. Not only that, but it was nice for my whole family to meet Matt and get to know him better. He is a keeper that's for sure :) After dinner and some DELICIOUS cake... !!!.... we headed back to Minneapolis. We ended up going over to his friend's house for awhile which was fun! I like meeting new people, and I always feel like his friends from St. Thomas really enjoy meeting me. It definitely makes me excited to see them again. After a long long lonnnnggg day....Matt and I went to bed at his place. A good night's sleep was necessary!!!

Friday

My Friday was pretty uneventful. I watched the second part of the Harry Potter movie! I love Harry Potter movies and the books. I think they are so entertaining. Otherwise, I just worked on homework, and tried to go to bed early. I guess it was good to just be able to watch a movie and go to bed.

Tonight was wonderful :) my boyfriend Matt took me to the hospital to visit my Grams. It was so good to see . her! I love her anf my Gramps very much. We were there for awhile and before we left I told my grams goodbye. I gave her a hug and kiss...and she whispered into my ear that we still need to go wedding dress shopping..someday. I started to cry. As you know, I wrote about this last night. I have always told her that she will be the one person I am sure to bring with me on that special day. This absolutely melted my heart. It was then so incredible that she said that to me then. God has a special way of reaching out to people. I believe it is true. :) After our visit, Matt and I went to Olive Garden to celebrate Valentine's Day ! I had such a good time with him. He is such a sweetheart in every single way. He liked the present I got for him too! I was so excited to give it to him! He also got me a very very nice present:) Matt got me a Pandora charm for my bracelet!!!! It has hearts on it which are the color of his birthstone so that I will always remember that he got it for me :) I am one lucky girl to have a guy like him! Oh! And he also got me chocolates which I love! Overall tonight was an amazing night to be with some people I truly care about :) Goodnight & count your blessings! :) Morgan Andrea

~ A very SPECIAL day ~

Today turned out to be a great day! It was really warm outside which was nice for a change. I actually really enjoyed walking to class today. Today was also the second day of my Spanish test, so that felt good to finally be done with tests for the week. After my test today, I had an interview for the job that I am most excited about. I think that it went very well! I will not get my hopes up yet, but I am hopeful that I will be able to become a part of the Parent's Weekend planning committee here at the U. I also worked today...so today ended up being a very long day ! However after work, I found out some very surprising news. Unfortunately my Gram is in the hospital. She is going to be okay though. She is a strong woman, and for my own selfish reasons, I want her to be here for as long as she can. I always tell her that she needs to be there with me to pick out my wedding dress. I love her so much !!!! Anyway, for the surprising and special part of my day. My boyfriend Matt surprised my Gram tonight by visiting her at the hospital! This was so sweet of him. I know that she really appreciated it, and it really meant a lot to me that he took some of the time out of his night to visit her. Tonight I really realized how good of a person Matt is. He truly cares about me and my family, and that is so special. Tonight pray for your family, friends, and loved ones! Hold on to them tight and don't ever let go. :) Morgan Andrea

:)

Happy Valentine's Day !!!!!!

BUSY Week

Last night I did not blog.... :( However, yesterday was pretty fun! I went shopping with my roommate, Ariana, at Rosedale Mall. It was good to spend some time with her. I was also able to buy my boyfriend his Valentine's Day present!!! I am very excited for this ! Unfortunately, we are celebrating this day on Thursday because I have a Spanish test Tuesday and Wednesday.... I really am just looking forward to the end of this week. There is so much going on ! It is kind of stressful....I just need to try and stay positive. I need to get out of my funk I am in today and just push forward. Everything will be okay :) A lot of the time I think that I psych myself out when I start to think of the week to come. I need to take a deep breath and realize that I will get everything done. Lastly, this coming weekend I am going home to have dinner with my family for my cousin's wedding dinner. She just recently got married ! I am really looking forward to this because I honestly think I just miss my family. It will be good to see them. :) Early morning tomorrow !! Goodnight Bloggsters! Morgan Benoy

Ryan :)

Sleep! Today was a sad day... My brother tore his ACL. This is a bad injury for an athlete and he won't be able to finish his season as a senior. I believe that Ryan is a strong person however. He will work hard to come back, and I think that this will make him a greater athlete. Although the circumstances don't seem great now....lots of people will be praying for him. I wish I could've been at home with him today. :( it breaks my heart to hear him so sad and to know how passionate he is about basketball...so tonight my prayers are going out to my baby brother. I love and miss him so much! I hope he knows how many people are supporting him and love him! Goodnight :) Morgan Andrea

Basketball in Wisconsin

Sooo last night I know I didn't blog...but I was super tired and needed some sleep! Anyway today ended up being a good day:) My boyfriend Matt and I went to watch my brother play basketball in Amery, Wisconsin where Matt is from. We both got to see our families! It was really nice to do that. Ryan unfortunately hurt his knee as soon as we got there....so that was a bummer! I hope his knee is alright! After the game, Matt and I went to his house to pick up some of his clothes he left there and we got to play with the two puppies that are left at his house. I want one sooooo badly! I wish I could take one home with me every time I'm there! Anyway...its bed time! Goodnight! Sweet dreams bloggsters Morgan Amdrea

Sleep??

I have no idea why I'm up! I'm anxious and feel like I have a lot to do...hopefully tomorrow I will be more relaxed! And I can conquer the day. Night. Bed. SLEEP!!! Morgan Andrea Ps- my boyfriend just called and told me his whole dorm room got flooded and no one can sleep in there....good thing his best friend lives approx. 10 mins away! I guess I should be thankful this is not my night. Ughhhh bed!

~ A Good Day to be a College Student ~

Today ended up being a GREAT day! It was beautiful outside which was a nice surprise. It made it really easy to walk to class, and it was nice to actually enjoy being outside. I could not possibly ask for a better day in February ! However.... my BIG  news came later today ! I got a job on campus! I am sooooo excited for this, and I already start next week! Although I am very excited for this, I also got an interview for the job that I am most excited about ! I know I should probably be excited for the job that I actually got...but I am still going to my interview next week to be an assistant for the Parent's Program. This job requires you to help plan Parent's Weekend at the University!!! I think it would be a great opportunity! Who knows? Maybe I could end up with two jobs! I really do enjoy working...which may seem strange...but I just like to be around people and be productive.

I also watched Pretty Little Liars tonight ! I read all of those books, and I love watching the show ! Other than my job news...nothing too exciting is going on at the U of M. However, I am going to get some rest for tomorrow! I am looking forward to another productive day....time to write my first paper of the second semester!....and to go to my 8 AM class..... -_-........ hmmm... I hope all goes well :)


Goodnight Bloggsters!

Morgan Andrea

Super Bowl Sunday?? Girls FUN DAY!!

Hello bloggsters!

Today was a great day! The Super Bowl was on, but that is definitely not the highlight of my day. My friend and roommate for next year, Sam, came over to visit and have dinner with me! We did some girl talk, but also finished some homework and watched the Super Bowl.....we also watched The Voice that premiered after because we were excited to see what it was about! It actually is a pretty good show :) There are so many talented singers out there!!! I wish I had a voice like some of these people on the show! I really like Samantha, and I am glad that I met her. She is so bubbly and positive! That is just how I like to live my life. :) She is also a pretty funny person! I love hearing her stories! I am glad that I am living with her and Marta next year. They are such nice girls. :) They actually remind me of one of my best friends Ali, who transferred to LaCrosse. I miss her sooooooo much!

However, I also finished my visual presentation for a job that I reallllly want! I hope that I will hear back from them soon now! FINGERS CROSSED! I also heard back from another job that I applied for, so hopefully tomorrow I will hear back so I can go back in for an interview!

Lastly, I thought I would share this quote with you all. :) I found this and made it my new year's resolution. Resolutions are not all about exercising and losing weight!

I hope you all LOVE this as much as I do!! It is certainly a confidence booster. We are all capable of being kind, unstoppable, and FIERCE!!!

Goodnight!!
Morgan Andrea

Today was a very productive day :) I did homework, laundry, and had dinner with my boyfriend Matt. It feels good to have days like this....just relaxing and getting some things done! I'm sorry about the last two nights! Thursday I stayed up late to do my Spanish homework only to find out that as soon as I submitted it, it didn't save... :( after that I was so wiped out that I just went to bed. Last night , Friday, was pretty fun also! I Hung out with some people from the U of M and St. Thomas. It was really fun! It's nice to meet other people from different schools! As I arrived home last night....it was to my surprise that our apartment was in the presence of two starters from my school's basketball team. (aka THE MINNESOTA GOPHERS!) For those of you that follow basketball, Joe Coleman and Rodney Williams were hanging at our place. So overall....last night was pretty eventful! Anyway, I am exhausted and my bed sounds like a good place to rest :) Goodnight! Morgan Andrea

Hey!

Today has been a fabulous day! Classes went well, and it was still a pretty nice day out! After classes, I went to help out my friend, Meghan, with her research project. She measured things in my brain which was actually pretty interesting. She had to rub gel in my hair to get the readings, and she then had to put a funny hat on my head with all these attatchments on it. This was the gross part..gel stuff seeping in my hair....gross! However, it wasn't bad and pretty interesting. PLUS I got $20 from the research department just for doing the study!! What an easy way to make some quick cash huh? After that, I went home to start some homework...and...my boyfriend, Matt, and his friend Paul brought me Chipolte for dinner!! It was just the nicest thing!! Definitely better than making dinner tonight :) It was also nice to see him for a bit and talk about things other than school. Lastly, I was able to talk on the phone to one of my best friend Ali!! :) This was probably the best part of my night. She just transferred to UW-Lacrosse, and I miss her sooooooo much! It was definitely great to catch up. She is a FOREVER friend :). I'm glad to have her in my life!!


Today was full of surprises and time spent with some great people! I'm sooo thankful for all those in my life. :)

Night bloggsters!!!

Morgan Andrea

Today has been a pretty good day! I got a call and interview for a job that I applied for which was awesome! I really hope that I can get this job. It would be so nice if I could work on campus. My brother's basketball team also  won tonight. From what I hear, it was a pretty intense game! I wish I could've been there, but school first... :( I don't really have much for news today. However, I'm super tired and need to get some rest.

Goodnight bloggsters!
Morgan Andrea

It is ONLY Monday....! Anyway, today was a pretty good day. :)

I signed my lease for my apartment next year today! I am living with my friends Samantha and Marta. They are such nice girls, and I am looking forward to living with them!

Also, I was able to watch my brother's basketball game tonight. His team played at the Target Center so it was super close to where I live! My mom, Kari, and my uncle, Mike, picked me up after my classes, and we went out to eat at Five Guys in Dinkytown. Five Guys has thee best burgers! I would trade a million MacDons for this place! It reminds me of In-n-Out Burger if any of you have heard of that. It was nice to spend some time with them tonight. :)

I just finished some homework, and I am off to bed. :) My favorite part of my day during the week...SLEEP!

Lastly, Matt's mom Kate is doing better today!! I posted about her situation last night, and she is still at a hospital here in the cities. However after Matt visited her today, he said that her sentences made sense and didn't seem so confused. This is such great news! Even though this is great to hear, I am still praying for her and that she continues to feel better. I would appreciate it if you mentioned her in your prayers tonight too.


Well I am off to bed! Sweet dreams Bloggsters!! :)

Morgan Andrea

sooooo i realize i am a bit behind....!! i had such an eventful weekend !!

Friday: I had lunch with my Mom. :) It was so nice to hang out with her! Afterward, I hung out with my boyfriend, Matt. I helped him take care of his dog Tally's puppies!! soooo cute! Then I went grocery shopping with my mom, and we watched a movie when we got home.

Saturday: I went with my boyfriend and his family to a wedding! It was so nice to be included in this special event. I really enjoy spending time with Matt's family and getting to know them more. Overall we all had a fun night! :) pics to come!

Today: My Mom and Grandma Kay Couch hosted a bridal shower for my cousin, Kaylyn! I am happy for her as she starts a new life with her fiance, Kale, and new baby! Life is wonderful, and today is a reminder that we should be thankful for those in our lives . :)

Lastly, Matt's mom Kate was hospitalized today after a snow tubing accident. She was knocked unconcious and is now in a hospital in the cities. My prayers go out to her, and I hope she receives good news tomorrow. She is such a fun loving person and always makes me feel welcome at their house. A mama like this would appreciate your prayers tonight too.

I am off to bed now! Count your blessings :)
Morgan Andrea

Hello Bloggers!
I just got back from my brother's basketball game. It was a super intense game the whole time, but they WON! Ryan had 32 points and is a senior this year in high school. I am so glad that I came back to watch him play. It is nice to see my family and spend time with them. I also get to see my boyfriend Matt..which is a plus :) !

Good-bye for now Blogsters! I need some shut eye....!!

Morgan Andrea

Here are my lovely roomies all dressed up for Ariana's 20th Birthday!!

From left to right: Laura, me, Ariana, Chelsea

We hosted a party to celebrate, and it was lots of fun!!!!

During the week we also went out for pasta at Broder's which

was AMAZING! Laura, Chelsea, and I made Ariana a cake as well.

Red velvet and yellow cake alternating with buttercream whipped

frosting....YUM! Birthdays are so exciting! I will sign off by wishing Ariana

many more FABULOUS birthdays to come!

Morgan Andrea

 SUCCESS! I was able to download this family picture off Facebook. Finally!

Obviously Facebook is good for something . :) From left to right: My brother Ryan (18), Reggie (rat terrier), Dad (Scott), Mom (Kari)   My family is very important to me! They will always be by my side through

and through. I can't wait to visit them this weekend! I miss them and love them so much!

Morgan Andrea

I still cannot download my family picture:( However, today was a good day! I was very productive, and I was even able to take a nap this morning! ( This morning because I had a 2 hour break today between classes....!!) I really hope this semester will fly by. I am ready for summer because I am reminded everyday in Minnesota that it is winter. I don't like the cold! I am convinced that I will need to live in the south when I am older and graduate from college. Anyway I am going to read for yet another class so good-bye for now!

Morgan Andrea

it turns out my picture will not load... :( I will try tomorrow after class! Self defense only goes until 9!!! Goodnight bloggsters !

So I discovered that I did not have to start my 100 days until this week! This past weekend was eventful...it was my roommate`s birthday! Although it was fun, I am glad to be back in class again. I have some pretty interesting and fun people in my classes! Anyway I did not have a picture of my full family last week.
I am going to share now !

A Little Bit About Me!

 Me and my Mom :) she gave me this idea!

 I love her to pieces..she is my best friend.

 These are some of the girls that I work with while I'm at school.

I work at Rosedale Mall at Abercrombie & Fitch. DISCOUNTS!!

 I attend the University of Minnesota. I love my Gophers!! This is at

 a football game this season. One of my favorite things is to watch

 football and basketball. Also my friend Samantha is in this picture with me

...and she is one of my future roommates!!

 These are my current roommates. We live in an

apartment at school. Beautiful ladies!! :)

 This is one of my best friends, Ali. She recently transferred

 to another school...I miss her so much already! It has been

 hard to see her leave, but hopefully I will be visiting her soon!

 Currently, this is the only picture I have of my brother on my computer.

He is on the far left. I consider Ryan to be one of my best friends. :)

 He is always there for me. Next year he will be attending Minnesota

 State University at Moorhead on a basketball scholarship! I am

 so proud of him, and maybe his friend Andy, in the middle, will be joining him!

 Here I am with one of my friends Gaby (right). She is

 Puerto Rican, and I happen to be Peruvian! I am very

 proud of my ethnicity. I was adopted November 12, 1991

 by my parents Scott and Kari. I am so thankful for

 the life I have been given.

Lastly....these are my two best friends! I have to introduce them also. :)

We all went to high school together, and I love when they are able to visit

 me at college. Tana is on the left, and Samantha is on the right. We have

such fun times together!

I am now off to bed!! Early class in the morning.... :( it is best that I can get some good sleep!

100 days of.....

Hello Bloggers!
My name is Morgan Benoy, and I'm currently a sophomore at the University of Minnesota. This is my first blogging experience, and I'm hoping I will get the hang of things quickly! My reason for starting this blog is actually pretty interesting. I am currently in a class at the university where we are doing a project. The title of the project is "100 Days of..." and we are supposed to choose something to do for 100 days! After 100 days, we will have to analyze and evaluate what we chose to do. This is all related to our topic of everyday life and its meanings. I actually am really curious as to what will come about during these 100 days...... :) I will mostly likely be sharing things about my everyday life as of right now, but if I get rolling of something....things just might change! I hope you can join me for this project and my first experience as a BLOGGER!!