Coming to Utah, I did not expect to fall into the trap of one of the most practiced recreational Utahan activity: HOT TUBBING. Let me give you a virtual tour with words of the different hot tubs around the freshman housing.
The Riv - This is the one I know the most about. Since The Riv is closest to Helaman halls, it is the most accessible for freshmen on-campus like me. The Riv Hot tub is outside but it is always on which is nice. Although it is technically open only to Riviera residents, the gate is always open cuz so many people like to use it. In the winter, the walk from the dorms to the hot tub can get reaaallllyyyy long because it is so cold outside, and sometimes your jacket ices over while you're hot tubbing, making the walk back even longer. You don't want to be the person who has to turn the bubbles back on cuz the button is not accessible from within the comfort of the hot tub. But! It's still really fun. And it feels nice to mix ice in the hot tub to even out the temperature. It gets SUPER steamy in the winter time because of the evaporation, and sometimes it is hard to see the person on the other side. The Riv hot tub is ovular and not too big but lots of people frequent it. Many people who go there often become Riv Regulars. You can decide for yourself if that is a good or bad thing to be. PS the railing that goes down into the hot tub can move which is kinda cool.
Liberty Square - I have only been here once, but I got a date and my friend got TWO different dates with TWO different dudes when we went. Ah, the magic of hot tubbing. What is nice about the Lib Square hot tub is that it is partially inside. It is smaller than the Riv, but it is enclosed with glass but without a doorway. That way, the whole room is warm rather than you breaking your nerves in half by going from freezing to boiling really fast. The Lib Square hot tub is also right next to the Lib Square pool, which makes it easy and accessible. Mae Huang doesn't like the Lib Square hot tub cuz "you have to hop the gate after 1 AM. I just don't think you should have to do that." Agreed.
[Redacted because I forgot the name of the apt complex] - This is a rectangular hot tub but the seats are way pointy and narrow so it's not that comfortable to sit in and when you do sit in it, the water level is weirdly high. Would not recommend.
The Village - I haven't been to this one but Lexie has. She says it is skinny and long and big and indoors which is NICE (also the Village is the boujeeest place to live) but that it is lit up so you don't get that late night hot tub vibe, which is kind of the best.
As you can see, hot tubbing can be not only a hobby, but a lifestyle. Each hot tub has its own unique style and I like trying them out. Just call me the Guy Fieri of Provo Hot Tubbing ;)
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Monday, March 11, 2019
The Tragedy of the iPhone 7
If you have an iPhone 7, CHECK YOUR MODEL. Because yours might be one that is subject to a recall! A cellular update failure could ruin your life. Don't let the same thing happen to you. SAVE YOURSELVES.
It all began one fateful day, when I was double-booked, as usual. I was running around trying to call Audrey so I could pick up the business casual clothes I forgot to pack with me so I could go volunteer for a career fair. Everyone has days like those right? When I didn't have wifi as I was running in between buildings, my phone STOPPED WORKING. It was so maddening!
I got the clothes and everything worked out, and this problem continued for a couple months. I found out that it was a cellular update failure, and that it was a very common problem among iPhone 7's. There was a recall so Apple would fix them for free, but it took 14 business days...which is hard to do with school and everything. So, I took a proactive choice and ignored it until I literally could not anymore. By the time I decided to send it in a couple months later, I could not text, facetime, facetime audio, call, or record any videos with sound.
I took it in to an Apple outlet and sent it off. The next day, my dad sent his ancient iPhone 5 to use temporarily. It was slow, but it worked! And that was all I needed. About a month later, I still hadn't received any updates about my phone so I went into the store. Turns out, they had a completely wrong phone number for me this whole time! Not sure how that happened.
I got my phone (!!) and went to Starbucks to celebrate (!!!!!!) and turned it on (!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!).... only to find that the problem STILL EXISTED. So I hopped on back to the Apple store and asked them what was wrong. They went into the files and found out that Apple didn't fix it because it had third-party tampering. I could not remember for the life of me if I had gone through any third party.
Then, my dad found the solution. Last July, I had dropped my phone and shattered the screen, so I got a new iPhone 7 through my insurance company - since it was refurbished by them, Apple wouldn't fix it. So THEN we called the insurance company and they said they would give me a new phone for free because it was shattered less than a year ago.
The new one came in the mail the two days later because I had to wait for my dad (the account holder) to get off a plane from NYC. THEN it came and I still couldn't call anyone. So I called apple, thinking it was an Apple ID problem. They said it wasn't. So I called Verizon and the lady said "Just a second." Then it was silent for about 8 minutes, and then, finally, magically, hundreds of messages that I had been missing for the last four months came streaming in.
IT TOOK FOUR MONTHS BUT I FINALLY HAVE A WORKING PHONE!
It all began one fateful day, when I was double-booked, as usual. I was running around trying to call Audrey so I could pick up the business casual clothes I forgot to pack with me so I could go volunteer for a career fair. Everyone has days like those right? When I didn't have wifi as I was running in between buildings, my phone STOPPED WORKING. It was so maddening!
I got the clothes and everything worked out, and this problem continued for a couple months. I found out that it was a cellular update failure, and that it was a very common problem among iPhone 7's. There was a recall so Apple would fix them for free, but it took 14 business days...which is hard to do with school and everything. So, I took a proactive choice and ignored it until I literally could not anymore. By the time I decided to send it in a couple months later, I could not text, facetime, facetime audio, call, or record any videos with sound.
I took it in to an Apple outlet and sent it off. The next day, my dad sent his ancient iPhone 5 to use temporarily. It was slow, but it worked! And that was all I needed. About a month later, I still hadn't received any updates about my phone so I went into the store. Turns out, they had a completely wrong phone number for me this whole time! Not sure how that happened.
I got my phone (!!) and went to Starbucks to celebrate (!!!!!!) and turned it on (!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!).... only to find that the problem STILL EXISTED. So I hopped on back to the Apple store and asked them what was wrong. They went into the files and found out that Apple didn't fix it because it had third-party tampering. I could not remember for the life of me if I had gone through any third party.
Then, my dad found the solution. Last July, I had dropped my phone and shattered the screen, so I got a new iPhone 7 through my insurance company - since it was refurbished by them, Apple wouldn't fix it. So THEN we called the insurance company and they said they would give me a new phone for free because it was shattered less than a year ago.
The new one came in the mail the two days later because I had to wait for my dad (the account holder) to get off a plane from NYC. THEN it came and I still couldn't call anyone. So I called apple, thinking it was an Apple ID problem. They said it wasn't. So I called Verizon and the lady said "Just a second." Then it was silent for about 8 minutes, and then, finally, magically, hundreds of messages that I had been missing for the last four months came streaming in.
IT TOOK FOUR MONTHS BUT I FINALLY HAVE A WORKING PHONE!
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
The Power of Hoops
I have said multiple times that I could write an essay on why hoops are the best, most empowering earrings to own. I'm not really a jewelry person but I am a strong advocate of this fact. SO HERE IT IS.
1) Let's start with the basics: the basic shape of a hoop earring is a circle. Seeing a circle gives people peace because it is symbolic of wholeness, perfection, timelessness, eternity, and totality. So just seeing a circle earring gives people a sense of security. And when you wear them, you feel WHOLE and COMPLETE. That's how good they are.
2) They are chic as frick. The definition of sleek style is simplicity. No other earring portrays that better than the hoop. From any angle, it is complementary because they are slim and simple.
3) They make hairstyles look gooooood. Not sure how, but I think the earring gods just folically bless those who wear hoops.
4) Wearing hoops transforms an outfit from mediocre to KABOOM. Small bit of bling, but not an excessive amount that it looks like you're trying too hard, but just enough that everyone who sees you will think you work for or are some kind of celebrity. That's what hoops do for you.
5) When you look in the mirror, hoops bring out your gorgeous eyes. They're like the perfect best friend - they only shine a little bit to make you look fabulous.
And of course, there are some other-wordly and naturally humane reasons that just can't be explained of why hoop earrings make you feel empowered and crazy hot. It's like doing self love treatment ALL DAY LONG.
Last semester, I owned two pairs of hoops. I lost one pair, and the other I went hot tubbing with and they got wet and rusted which is dangerous. Sadly, I had to stick to studs for a little bit. And then.
I BOUGHT 13 PAIRS OF HOOPS. And named them all:
Rosie
Cinnamon
Theresa
Misty
Ginger
Brandy
Candi
Trixie
Lola &
Paris
I love my children so much!
In conclusion, just like every strong female needs and LBD, every strong female also needs a SPH (Solid Pair of Hoops). They are so empowering and truly the best use of metal the human brain has thought of. Do yourself a favor. Shoot some hoops ;)
1) Let's start with the basics: the basic shape of a hoop earring is a circle. Seeing a circle gives people peace because it is symbolic of wholeness, perfection, timelessness, eternity, and totality. So just seeing a circle earring gives people a sense of security. And when you wear them, you feel WHOLE and COMPLETE. That's how good they are.
2) They are chic as frick. The definition of sleek style is simplicity. No other earring portrays that better than the hoop. From any angle, it is complementary because they are slim and simple.
3) They make hairstyles look gooooood. Not sure how, but I think the earring gods just folically bless those who wear hoops.
4) Wearing hoops transforms an outfit from mediocre to KABOOM. Small bit of bling, but not an excessive amount that it looks like you're trying too hard, but just enough that everyone who sees you will think you work for or are some kind of celebrity. That's what hoops do for you.
5) When you look in the mirror, hoops bring out your gorgeous eyes. They're like the perfect best friend - they only shine a little bit to make you look fabulous.
And of course, there are some other-wordly and naturally humane reasons that just can't be explained of why hoop earrings make you feel empowered and crazy hot. It's like doing self love treatment ALL DAY LONG.
Last semester, I owned two pairs of hoops. I lost one pair, and the other I went hot tubbing with and they got wet and rusted which is dangerous. Sadly, I had to stick to studs for a little bit. And then.
I BOUGHT 13 PAIRS OF HOOPS. And named them all:
Rosie
Cinnamon
Theresa
Misty
Ginger
Brandy
Candi
Trixie
Lola &
Paris
I love my children so much!
In conclusion, just like every strong female needs and LBD, every strong female also needs a SPH (Solid Pair of Hoops). They are so empowering and truly the best use of metal the human brain has thought of. Do yourself a favor. Shoot some hoops ;)
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Chick Fil A: A Review
At the beginning of the first semester, after eating at CFA a couple times, I swore off of it because it made me feel gross. So I didn't eat CFA for four months. Then at the beginning of the second semester, I decided to get a job so that I wouldn't have to feel bad anymore about asking my parents for more money to go to Fuego Fridays and eat out at fancy restaurants which I felt I should be able to cover myself anyways. So I walked into the Cougareat and asked for a job, which they gave me right there on the spot (they didn't even know me yet...maybe a good thing?) but not at Aloha Plate where I requested. Instead, I got assigned Chick fil a, which is the BOUJEEest place to work. The pay is higher, the people are cooler, and the reputation is pristine.
Naturally, as I started working there, I began eating there more. I normally work over dinner time so by the time my shift was over, I would be starving so I would just buy and make myself a sandwich since it was all right there. I rekindled my forgotten and somewhat forbidden love of CFA sandwiches. They are....dangerous. But I always stuck to the same order: regular CFA sandwich with no pickles, medium fries. (If anyone is reading this in Provo, it still is my favorite order just saying)
One day, someone bought a Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich while I was on sandwiches in the back. Even typing the name gives me goosebumps. What is different about the Club sandwich from a regular deluxe is they add BACON on TOP of the CHEESE. HOLY FRICK??!?!?! THIS EXISTS?!?!??!!??!?!? Even as I made it, I knew it was a match made in heaven and that this sandwich was divinely crafted for my taste buds. So I bought it and....it was the greatest truckload of carbs that has ever entered my body.
From that day forward, I have continued to be adventurous in my CFA dinner choices. We have salads and fruit cups and different kinds of lemonades and shakes - a whole world just waiting to be explored.
So here are my top 5 things to order at Chick Fil A that people don't know as much about:
1) I would be a sinner if I didn't say Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich is first pick
2) Chicken minis! We only serve them for breakfast but they are DANG good
3) Chocolate shake WITH strawberry mixed in (!!)
4) Polynesian sauce oh my lanta.
5) A regular CFA sandwich but add Colby Jack and American cheese on top of it....yesssss plssssss
Also I would like to add the fact that I am typing this in my dorm room at 7 pm as I mourn over the fact that I forgot the Cannon Center, the ONLY food place open in Provo on Sundays, closed at 5:30. Right now my options are an entire loaf of bread, hot chocolate, cheerios, some HUGE carrots (I don't remember where they came from or how long they've been there), and some mint oreos. I've already eaten all the pretzels and Werther's caramels. If you have a recipe that includes these ingredients let me know!!
Naturally, as I started working there, I began eating there more. I normally work over dinner time so by the time my shift was over, I would be starving so I would just buy and make myself a sandwich since it was all right there. I rekindled my forgotten and somewhat forbidden love of CFA sandwiches. They are....dangerous. But I always stuck to the same order: regular CFA sandwich with no pickles, medium fries. (If anyone is reading this in Provo, it still is my favorite order just saying)
One day, someone bought a Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich while I was on sandwiches in the back. Even typing the name gives me goosebumps. What is different about the Club sandwich from a regular deluxe is they add BACON on TOP of the CHEESE. HOLY FRICK??!?!?! THIS EXISTS?!?!??!!??!?!? Even as I made it, I knew it was a match made in heaven and that this sandwich was divinely crafted for my taste buds. So I bought it and....it was the greatest truckload of carbs that has ever entered my body.
From that day forward, I have continued to be adventurous in my CFA dinner choices. We have salads and fruit cups and different kinds of lemonades and shakes - a whole world just waiting to be explored.
So here are my top 5 things to order at Chick Fil A that people don't know as much about:
1) I would be a sinner if I didn't say Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich is first pick
2) Chicken minis! We only serve them for breakfast but they are DANG good
3) Chocolate shake WITH strawberry mixed in (!!)
4) Polynesian sauce oh my lanta.
5) A regular CFA sandwich but add Colby Jack and American cheese on top of it....yesssss plssssss
Also I would like to add the fact that I am typing this in my dorm room at 7 pm as I mourn over the fact that I forgot the Cannon Center, the ONLY food place open in Provo on Sundays, closed at 5:30. Right now my options are an entire loaf of bread, hot chocolate, cheerios, some HUGE carrots (I don't remember where they came from or how long they've been there), and some mint oreos. I've already eaten all the pretzels and Werther's caramels. If you have a recipe that includes these ingredients let me know!!
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
Welcome to my Blog!
Hi everyone! And by everyone I mean the people who will read this, and by that I mean me. And maybe my mom, my dad, and my dog might see it too hahahah. This is a place I can write about my so far fabulous experience as a freshman at BYU! I apologize in advance for my grammar and spelling which I can't always promise will be right despite me being in college! Now I am going to post this and go start the grind for finals because it is that time of year. See you next time! <3
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