BEST . . . GIFT . . . EVER!!!!

Funny truth, my dad has a bad temper. Always has, probably always will. And when he's mad he's scary! His face goes all red, his forehead veins poke out, not to mention he's huge and has the loudest, booming voice, you have ever heard.

So, growing up we all quickly learned that when Dad yelled at you, it would be horrible. You would walk away from the situation trembling in fear and furious at him.

I also learned growing up, as all of us kids did, that Dad has a very guilty conscious. It couldn't be two hours after he was ready to kill us he would be feeling horrible for screaming at us. He apologizes with gifts, usually in the form of his awesome deserts!

One very bad fight all us kids came home to 3 dozen different types of cookies on the counters with more in the oven and cookie dough to spare. There he stood, big as ever, but with a very sincere apology and cookies to make up for it.

I've often told this story, of Dad making apology cookies. But today, my Dad apologized for something that he did back in December. He had kicked me out of the house. I have hardly spoke to him since then because it was so unjust at the time.

His apology, still as grand as batches of cookies, but much more adult. BEHOLD! The BEST GIFT EVER!

My Dad bought me the first 3 Levels of Rosetta Stone for Japanese!

I have not been able to find it anywhere for less then $500.

He found it for about $120.

This time next year I will be speaking Japanese like a pro! I'm SO happy right now it's not even funny!

This is a million times cooler then cookies!

Thanks Dad!

Motivational note to self

Taleah, you are going back to school in the Fall and this is to help you on your tough days:

No matter how hard it gets, with the homework, the student loans, the anxiety for the finals and tests, it can never get as bad as Iworks. If you don't want to spend the rest of your life at a dead end job, working for The Man, then GET AN EDUCATION!
Freaking go back to school and don't you dare b**** about it for one second!
It could always be worse! You could be in a cubicle, working 8 hours a day, answering calls, being screamed at for something that was never your fault, going home feeling like you wasted a whole day and fulfilling nothing in that time! Don't waist another 2 1/2 years on a dead end job! Go to school, start a career, and freaking love every moment of it!



Sometimes, I need to kick my own butt into focus :)

Another Survey :)

I love surveys :) If you read this, it then becomes your responsibility to post it on your blog with your own answers. Ready, set,. . . . . . GO!

Name: Taleah Elizabeth Cox
Birthday: May 4, 1987
Birthplace: Salt Lake City Utah
Zodiac Sign: Tarus
Shoe size: 7 1/2-8. . . I actually think my feet are getting bigger! :(
Skinny/Average/Pleasantly plump/Fat: Uhhh. . .muscular and stocky. I wish I was slender! But I do love my hourglass figure. I feel hot!
Righty/Lefty: Righty. But I like lefties :) I have many in my family.
Can you afford to lose weight: Of course! Most people can.
Fave part of your body: My mouth.
Least fave part of your body: My stomach.
Fave part of the opposite sex: I like skinny guys. Not string beans but healthy skinny. I also have a thing for hands. . . weird I know.
Biggest turn-on: Talent. I LOVE watching people do whatever it is they are good at. Be it art, singing, acting, dancing, playing an instrument etc. I love it.
Biggest turn-off: Bad hygiene.
Describe the perfect date: Lots of dates can be perfect, it just depends on who your with. I really like to have lots of laughs though. So something fun and some alone time.
Top 4 qualities you look for in the opposite sex: This just recently changed so I'm trying to be a good girl and focus on good boys now. So, for now, I'm looking for: Active member, RM, gentleman, and a kind person.
First Kiss: I was 16, he was my boyfriend at the time and my first love.
Are you dating anyone: Nope :)
If not, do you wish you were: Right now, I'm ok with being single.
Current Crush: Some dude who doesn't like me as more then a friend. Baka lol.
If someone really liked you would you want them to tell you: It depends. Sometimes both people know that there is nothing more then friendship. And other times it's painful to feel romantic feelings and not know if they aren't returned. Personally I think it's better to be honest if you want more there then just friendship.
Long distance relationship or no relationship: Depends on the person. I know that long distance relationships can work but usually it's better to carry on with life unless you know that person is the right one.
Coke or Pepsi: Both, depending on my mood and whatever is available.
Cars or Trucks: Both, depending on what I'm doing.
Cats or Dogs: Dogs. I love both but I prefer dogs.
Hot or Cold: Cold. I would rather be a little chilly then sweating.
Pants or shorts: Pants
Long sleeves or short sleeves: Long.
What are you wearing right now: Jeans, my teal jacket, and my purple tank top. It's comfy :)
What are you listening to: My TL help one of my coworkers.
If you could have one wish, what would it be: To see Phantom of the Opera with Michael Crawford staring as The Phantom.
What is your favorite season: Fall
What is your favorite type of music: Rock :)
Have you ever been in love: Yes.
How many times: I'm not sure. There are different levels of love so it's hard to pinpoint. I guess, technically, I've been IN love deep enough to marry someone with 2 people. One was my fiance and another was the boy I lived with. Neither of them did I marry and I'm glad for it.
Do you like camping: Yes. I love the outdoors. Roughin' it for a night or two!
Do you like theme parks: Yes! I love them! I love roller coasters.
Indoors or outdoors: It depends on what I want to do. If I could do all my indoor stuff outdoors the world would be perfect!
Favorite type of movie: I like psychological movies that make me think. But, like any girl, I enjoy a good love story too.
3 names you might name your son: I only have one boy name picked out and I'm not sure I'm going to use it anymore. But the name I like is Nylic.
3 names you might name your daughter: Again, I don't have 3 names picked out, just two, and they are negotiable. Catsey Caroline and Lillyonna Jane.
How many kids do you want to have: I'm thinking I want 4. Two boys and two girls. That way they all have a brother and a sister. And if I can pop out two sets of twins that would be even better!
What age do you want to get married: With how old I am now I think 25 is a good age to get married.
What age do you want to have your first kid: Maybe around 28.
Do you have any siblings: Yes! I have 12 siblings.
What pets do you have: Tarah's dog, Zelly.
T.V. or computer: Computer, with internet.
Do you play an instrument: I used to play the clarinet.
Do you speak more than one language: I wish! I'm starting to study Japanese.
What are your 3 favorite sports: Basketball, Football, and Martial arts. . . if it's a sport. lol
How many posters are on your wall: Two! I just put them there this morning! They were birthday presents from Bobby and Megan. Two New Moon posters. One with all the Cullens and another with all the Werewolfs. :)
Hardwood floor or carpet in your bedroom: I don't understand. Is this asking what I have or what I would prefer? I have carpet and I prefer it that way but this question still isn't very clear.
Is your room messy or tidy: Normally I try to keep it clean but right now it's a little messy.
Would you let your crush in your room: Uhhh. . . probably. It would feel awkward though I'm sure. It wouldn't be so bad if I didn't feel like my room was messy.
Top 5 favorite foods: I love Italian and Chinese/Japanese food. Junk food wise I love pizza and french fries and my all time favorite thing is bread :)
Have you been on stage in the last month: No but I love to perform.
How many best friends do you have: Right now I feel like I have. . . probably 4. Megan, Julia, Naomi, and Bobby. They are the bestest!
Would you rather go to the movies or rent a movie: Go to the movies! I love being in a room full of people, all laughing about the same thing.
When was your last date: Jeeze! Who knows! I haven't been asked on a date in YEARS! I have had casual spur of the moment hang outs with Trevor where we went to a dance. But that wasn't a date.
3 favorite things to do at home: Use the internet and check all my stuff, read in bed, and sleep.
Swimming in the ocean or a pool: Although I hate the salt taste I would rather swim in the ocean. I like riding the waves.
Are you confident: I hope so. I feel confident so I hope others can see that I am. What do you think?
Do you like to take risks: Not usually. I like to have a sure thing when I try for something most of the time. But I love adventure. . . . but I don't really think they're the same things.
Favorite subject in high school: English.
Least favorite subject in high school: Math. Hugentobler is, still and always will be, without a doubt the most worthless brain dead teacher there has ever been.
Clothes shopping or grocery shopping: Clothes! You spend more but you get to keep what you buy!
Say one extra thing about yourself: I'm feeling kind of restless today. . . but happy.

Dreams

I love dreams.
It's strange that dreams can make everything seem so real.
It's interesting that you can wake up from a dream and have such strong emotions towards whoever was in your dream. So strong that you might be mad at them, uncomfortable around them, and/or twitter patted.
It's frightening that I can wake from my nightmares and still see the horrible images standing in my room for a few seconds.
And more then anything, it's freeing to have wonderful stories and tales conveyed to me through my dreams that become the inspiration for my books.

All of this sparked because of a wonderful dream that will probably never come true.
But even if it still was just a dream, he reached for my hand first.