To: anybody and everybody

In May, I will be part of a volunteer group serving in Moralillos, Peru. I couldn't be more excited to go and help out! As many of you know the 3 weeks I spent in Ghana in 2007 were life changing and I am so grateful I have a chance to go on another trip!

The organization I will be serving with, VIDA will be teaming up with the local government of Moralillos to improve the water conditions in this town. Our efforts will include building basic latrines, teaching community members how to construct family latrines, building an adequate well system, and teaching hygiene and health classes. (right up my alley!) The focus of our project is to provide an economical and affordable way to improve the living conditions of people who have so little.

VIDA has completed over 25 service projects similar to our upcoming project in Peru; we have seen how the efforts of a few willing people can change the lives of many. VIDA was founded and continues to exist because of the support, time, and money of volunteers and contributors like you; it is an organization that gives 100% of its resources and efforts to help those in need.

WHY SHOULD YOU HELP? VIDA volunteers donate time and money to make these missions a reality; however, because VIDA is a non-profit organization, we rely on contributions from friends, family and business owners. Without the support of people like you, VIDA projects would fail to exist. When you donate, you become a part of the project.

All contributions are greatly appreciated and used only for supplies and project expenses. 100% of all donations are tax deductible. Should you choose to donate, I will provide you with an official receipt including a tax ID number. Please make your check payable to VIDA and send it to me: Aubrey Lang: 816 Lucky Clover Lane: Murray, UT 84123..... Thank you for your support!

**If your company wants to be a part of this project, let me know. If they donate a certain amount of money they will become a sponsor of our trip (which means they get a rockin t-shirt, their logo on the back of our shirts, and a copy of our trip DVD)

*** One More Reason to Donate....

The small village we will be going to has ONE latrine (pictured above). Yep just one. (there are 500 residents of this town) Oh and they just got electricity a few weeks ago.... So I'm sure there will be some VERY classic pictures of me and I will only show them to those who decide to donate. NEED ONE MORE REASON? Read this article.

MY NEW JOB:

Australia offers 'best job in world' on paradise island

SYDNEY (AFP) — An Australian state has launched a global search for candidates for "the best job in the world" -- earning a top salary for lazing around a beautiful tropical island for six months.

The job pays 150,000 Australian dollars (105,000 US dollars) and includes free airfares from the successful applicant's home country to Hamilton Island on the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland's state government announced on Tuesday.

In return, the "island caretaker" will be expected to stroll the white sands, soak up the sun, snorkel the reef, "maybe clean the pool" -- and report to a global audience via weekly blogs, photo diaries and video updates.

The winner, who will stay rent-free in a multi-million dollar three-bedroom beach home complete with plunge pool and golf buggy, must be an excellent communicator and be able to speak and write English.

"They'll also have to talk to media from time to time about what they're doing so they can't be too shy and they'll have to love the sea, the sun, the outdoors," said acting state Premier Paul Lucas.

"The fact that they will be paid to explore the islands of the Great Barrier Reef, swim, snorkel and generally live the Queensland lifestyle makes this undoubtedly the best job in the world."

Lucas said the campaign was part of a drive to protect the state's 18 billion Australian dollar a year tourism industry during the tough economic climate caused by the global financial meltdown.

While the campaign has elements of some reality television shows, a candidate's looks will not be a prime requirement, Tourism Queensland chief executive Anthony Hayes told AFP.

"No, I don't think beautiful is what we want, I think charismatic is what we want," he said. "The reality is we are looking for a fantastic communicator.

"What we want this person to do is travel throughout the Great Barrier Reef and just try every experience, every adventure they can find and report back via blogs and video to tell the world why Queensland is a great place to come for a holiday."

Tourism Minister Desley Boyle said some people might question whether it was risky to let an unknown person become an unofficial tourism spokesperson for the state.

"I think the biggest risk will be that the successful candidate won't want to go home at the end of the six months," she said.

"This is a legitimate job which is open to anyone and everyone."

HAHA I wish....Maybe I'll send in an application for fun.

HOW SWEET IT IS TO BE LOVED BY

Here are the highlights from Josh and I's trip to the Big Easy for the BEST game of the year!!!

We arrived around 6:00 on the 1st and took a taxi downtown to meet my friend Kade and his friend Bryce. After walking around town we ended up at Bubba Gump's for dinner. This sign was across the street at Hard Rock's. (I wish we had eaten there because I would have felt a lot safer)

The next morning (after not much sleep) We went to meet the marketing staff at the team hotel. We took a bus to the Superdome and got access to the field....How cool is that? While we were there the half time show was practicing.

After a nice HOT walk back to the hotel we helped out at the tailgate and then got in FREE.... There were about 2,000 people there....only a few people dressed to the extreme though.... gotta love our fans! A nice stroll back to the Superdome for some fun and games on the plaza.....

A lot of cheering, yelling, standing, clapping, screaming, Bama fans (there were SO many of them), and excitment later we arrived at this.... No rushing the field though too many cops on horses. Even though we had to stay in our seats it was still a cool sight! Josh and I went with Kade and Bryce to get some pizza (at 12:30 in the morning) and got back to our hotel a few hours later. We had to get up kind of early the next morning to catch our slightly delayed flight home. It was all worth it!

GO UTES!!!

Where did 2008 go?

I'm almost positive it was only a few days ago when I finished my last final and couldn't believe I had graduated from college. Not long after that I was job hunting and after a long process finally settled at my current job in the Metabolic Clinic at the U of U.

....Then it was off to Chicago for a business trip (what the, only old people go on those).....

....A jog from Logan to Park City was in there somewhere...

A rockin 23rd birthday filled with work, ifly, Dreyer's Ice Cram kick off and a little boating came next.....

The birth of niece #2 followed soon after....

..... a trip to ALBANIA to pick up my little brother from his mission....

....a bug smashing/leaf collecting/reindeer hunting Thanksgiving..... .....the greatest event of the year (one of twelve that is)..... ...finished off with a trip to the Lang Chalet (as some call it). Lets not forget the massive amount of snow Santa gave me for Christmas!

Now looking back it was quite the year, how am I ever going to top it.....

I think I'll find a way..... 2009 here I come!

LET IS SNOW, PLEASE!

This is what I woke up to this morning, finally after lots of wind the night before (it doesn't help if you keep your windows open, but I refuse to close them. Sleeping in the cold is SO much better). Now life is complete and we can start celebrating Christmas.

SALT LAKE CITY 2 December 2008 Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin, the oldest living apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died last night, age 91.

Elder Wirthlin had gone to bed at his Salt Lake City home, and died peacefully at about 11:30 pm of causes incident to age. His oldest daughter, Jane Wirthlin Parker, was present. A member of the family had been staying and caring for Elder Wirthlin, whose wife, Elisa Young Rogers Wirthlin, died in 2006.

He had continued to work at his office right up until the Thanksgiving holiday. Funeral arrangements will be announced. (lds.org)

Bowling!

Thanksgiving leaf hunt with Emri

Enough said.

I think I finally did it!!!

I think I finally figured out my life (at least up until September 2009). I know, I know... after 23 years of just dinkin' around I now officially know (if all goes as planned) what 2009 will bring! I am so excited!!! The new adventures, the traveling, the excitement.... it's all going to be so good! I have been stressing over new jobs, random certifications, schooling, when to apply, where to find the time to shadow, and now my newest stress.... how to prepare for a Relief Society lesson every month. But thanks to a lot of thought, some restless nights, and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 (I know what a weird movie to give an epiphany but it really got the ball rolling) I figured it all out and now I can't wait! Stay tuned... 2009 is coming fast. Maybe if you're lucky I'll put a few hints here and there to clue you into the big plans!! On another exciting side note I filled up my car for $20.05 (it stopped at $19.97 but I had to make it even and missed the 20 mark. Yeah for cheap gas!!!)

SORRY FOR THE LACK OF PICTURES

I thought this was pretty funny.... I will answer them for myself, if you want the original answers please click here.

These are his first date questions. I usually ask questions like what is your favorite texture? How are you at bowling? How do you feel about...? You know random stuff like that, just to make things funny and see how they react. Oh first dates.... gotta love em.

Do you like soccer?

I'm not very good at it. I played on a intermurral team my first year of college and was ALWAYS the goalie. I was the only girl willing to sacrafice my body to keep the ball out of the goal. oh and I LOVE soccer players, dated 2 of them in high school!

Do you have any pets?

Used to, sad story. Thanks for brining it up.

Which character is sexier Indiana Jones or James Bond?

This is a good question which James Bond are you referring to?

Which do you like better, Simpsons, Family Guy, South Park?

I LOVE the Simpsons, don't really watch the other 2

What is your favorite season?

Summer because of boating, hiking, anything outdoors, warm mornings, sun, sand , surf... oh and my BIRTHDAY!!

Fall because of the color changes and the perfect crisp mornings with great warm afternoons and lovely evenings.

Winter because of skiing, snow, snow shoeing, hot chocolate, fires, SNOW, SNOW, SNOW!!

I have no feelings of love or hate for Spring it is just kind of there. I like it because it prepares me for Summer and it is a nice break from Winter. To tell you the truth I love them all, thats why I continue to reside in this lovely state.

What is something embarrassing that has happened to you?

Lots of stuff, I know that answer is boring but I really can't think of a specific thing, I usually get embarrassed for 5 seconds before I burst out in laughter.

Hot dog or Hamburger?

I've never really been a fan of hamburgers, so I guess by default I take a hot dog.

What male celebrity do you find most attractive?

Do I have to pick one? I love Kirby from Lipstick Jungle, Nate and Dan from Gossip Girl, Any of the men on greys, Dr. House ( I love him and his show)..... this list goes on...

Do you start your car and run back in or sit and shiver while it warms up?

I am a sit and shiver type. I am all ready when I go to my car, there is no turning back and going inside. Plus it is VERY easy to steal a car when the keys are in it and its already started. I don't know about you but I don't want to start my day off walking out to find my driveway empty.

What is a question I would never ask you and what is the answer?

You can ask any question you want. The answer may be I plea the 5th, a sarcastic, or if you're lucky it will be the truth.

Just a little comedy for those of you who have missed my lovely "comic relief" posts.

TODAY IS GLORIOUS!!

I just filled up my car and it was $23.05. It seems like only yesterday it was $49.00. I love it! I am so happy, can this day get any better?

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

Go Utes!

Albania post is on its way

(who knows when it will actually appear) but for now, look how cute these are.

ONE WORD IS JUST NOT ENOUGH (Sorry I can't get it to work right, just read as is)

1. Where is your cell phone? backpack 2. Where is your significant other? You know what this one definitely requires more then one word. I would really like to know where he is, it would sure make my life a lot easier. So to anybody out there, if you find him please let me know. I'm waiting. haha 3. Your hair? ponie 4. Your mother? creative 5. You father? ambitious 6. Your favorite thing? relaxation 7. Your dream last night? none

8. Your dream/goal? doctor (PA really but that is not one word)

9. The room you're in? office 10. Your hobby? everything 11. Your fear? loss 12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? here (Utah that is) 13. Where were you last night? GAME!!! Go Utes!! 14. What you're not? calm 15. One of your wish list items? sleep 16. Where you grew up? MURRAY!! 17. The last thing you did? work 18. What you're wearing? skirt 19. Your TV? off 20. Your pet? none 21. Your computer? amazing 22. What do you think of tags like this? fun 23. Your mood? cranky (I haven't slept this whole week and its been full of tests and stress) 24. Missing someone? joshie (but not for long!!) 25. Where would you rather be? beach26. Something you're not wearing right now? earrings 27. Favorite store? online 28. Your summer? busy 29. Love someone? I wish (sorry I had to cheat and put 2 words on this one) 30. Favorite color? red (go utes!) 31. The last time you laughed? recently 32. Who will participate? ????? Alrighty everybody I'm off to go pick up my brother, enjoy this post for the next few weeks cause I won't be posting until I get back and get things in order. See ya!!