Eat Pray Love

Today I finally made time to watch Eat Pray Love again. There is something about that movie that speaks to me. I read the book once but honestly, I like the movie more. (I know, that never happens!) Maybe it's Julia Roberts, maybe it's Bali, maybe it's her journey.

My life has had lots of changes this year. I have been on quite the journey myself lately. I haven't been on a journey to find the meaning of all things, or to find myself. An answer to a prayer lead me to where I am now. I am on a journey to figure out exactly why I should move to Arizona when I did. (Maybe I'll never know the whole reason) At first it didn't feel so real, because every weekend I was in a different state. Then once I came back and moved my things into storage here and really got on the job hunt I am trying to immerse myself in being here. I really do like living in Arizona. Some days are so frustrating, I do feel like I'm waiting a little bit, like I can't start until I have a job and move into a new apt. Other days I am so busy with my responsibilities and opportunities that I do have that there is little time for anything else.

I have always liked Eat Pray Love, but I think it is especially poignant right now while I am still in transition. It's been a great ride so far and I have met some amazing people here. I am trying my best to relax and have faith in His timing. I know things will work out the way they are supposed to.

Fall in Arizona

Confession #1: I LOVE that it's October and we are still in the 90's!
Compared to how hot it was when I first moved down here, I suppose it does feel like Fall, especially when I get up early to go on a bike ride, or go for a walk at night... however with the daily high temperature in the 90's I am loving it, and I can't believe that it is October already!

I have had a couple of people lately ask me if I am moving back to Salt Lake. -and although I do miss it, I am excited for this chapter of my life here in Arizona. It has been quite the ride here so far. I have been here for just over two months now. My first month here was mainly spend playing and travelling! So that was exciting. The last month has mainly been spent working at my family restaurant, and searching for jobs.

I have lost count of how many openings I have applied for. My top two that I am hoping for are: Interior Design Assistant at the VA in Tuscon, and Project Manager Assistant, Interior Design at NAU up in Flagstaff. I am always on the lookout for new openings and opportunities but I think I would LOVE either of these jobs. So fingers crossed!

Confession #2: Even though it doesn't feel like Fall to me (I'm used to Utah Fall) I am super excited for Pumpkin flavored everything aaand Gingerbread! I have tried the Pumpkin Cheesecake at Olive Garden already (and it was delish!) I missed it last year so I had to get a jump on it this season ;)

Confession #3: I love to bake.
Last year for Christmas I baked up a storm! Seriously, I was in the kitchen for days. For my coworkers I made loaves of bread and sweet bread and the fixings for a couple of gingerbread houses. Cinnamon rolls were also made for a company lunch (well I brought cinnamon rolls and cider for breakfast that day).

Then for the family gatherings I made my famous Apple cake, and mini gingerbread house cookies and my new favorite holiday treat the amazing Pumpkin Gingerbread cake with home made caramel sauce. My darling friend Suzy let me try it and then gave me the recipe and I made it for my Grandparents. I have been craving this cake the last couple of days and then got a phone call from Miss Suzy yesterday who has also been craving this cake. I really really want to make it, but I think I will restrain myself until it cools off a little bit more. (This weekend I made the family favorite Hasty Pudding cake, and have plans to try the Famous Dave's Bread Pudding recipe soon)

-T