sherri beary

Although it looks like only one person reads my blog (thank you anna for being an official follower) supposedly more people actually read my blog on a regular basis. And these people who aren't an official follower, and never want to comment :) still want spotlights done. Well to be honest, Sherri more than deserves one. It was her birthday at the beginning of this month, and man do I love her. We always have been close, and I just am so grateful for our friendship. She is a great listener and always is willing to be goofy with me. Thats why I had to post some of the funnest pics :) Basically, I love her. She is awesome. And she has always been a huge part of my life. I owe her a lot. I wouldn't even have a mode of transportation if it weren't for her! So thank you sherri! Thanks for all you have sacrificed for me! I think your pretty awesome.

the county fair

Wow....the Utah County Fair. This place is dirty, ghetto, and just plain weird! I don't know how much explanation is needed, but I think these pics do it justice.

First can we discuss the weird belly dancer gypsies. I had to hide my face because I was laughing so hard! They seriously thought they were the hottest women alive, and it was actually quite pathetic. Notice they can also balance swords on their heads...very talented women.

Please take the time to watch a snippet of their moving performance...


Ok, time to move on to other fabulous and just funny parts of the county fair.

For example, to our left we have an amazing piece of art. It is made entirely out of nitrile exam gloves...unique?














And to our right this pig's head cake won a prize! Isn't it just a wonderful cake? Where else does a pig head with chocolate chips stuffed in its mouth win an actual prize? Its just awesome :)


This porcelain doll isn't creepy at all. I think it fits right in with every other weird thing at the fair...

This is a cultural thing I just must not be in to, but seriously can you tell me these things are "normal"?

The one saving grace of the County Fair, Texas Twisters. The best $6 drink ever. It is a little piece of heaven with lemons, and limes. Yay for good times at the County Fair :)

Snip, Snip, Snip

Last night I decided I needed a haircut, so I thought I would drastically cut off about 4 or 5 inches and leave it at that. But when I woke up this morning I decided I wanted it just below my shoulders. That would be short enough right? See the thing is I've never really had short hair because 1. Being in so many plays my hair has to be versatile for any era and style 2. My dad loves long hair 3. I just never thought it would look good short

And then I actually got to the salon, and DUN! DUN!! DUN!!! They said that if I donated 2 or 3 inches more than the desired length I could donate it to locks of love. Well then I realized it would be completely stupid not to cut 2 more inches. I knew I would feel much better about this impulsive decision later on, when reality set in, if I actually had a legit reason for cutting it. And how awesome would that be to know my hair will actually help someone? Let me tell you. Really awesome.

Weird moments so far-
1. I used to play with this piece of hair in the back, and now its not long enough to twist anymore. Awkward when I try to play with it still.
2. I saw this girls reflection with short hair in a window as I was walking, and then I realized it was me.
3. The shortness accentuates how much I actually bop around. Ya kinda embarrassing....didn't realize I was so bouncy!
4. Can't wait til I wash it tomorrow morning...now I'm sure that will be weird..

Anyways, I like it, its just different! I think that I needed the change. I think it fits my personality and if you don't like it....its a good thing hair grows back :)

P.s. Wanna know what my dad told me? I might as well be bald...Haha. He loves long hair. But I think this will make my hair so much healthier, and I love it!

twinners..but not

Its a weird thing when your sister who is 6 years younger than you, looks like your twin. So is that a compliment to her that she looks 6 years younger? Or a dis to me saying I look like I'm 13? Well, basically we both look like we are 15 or 16. Haily has transformed into a beautiful model. Seriously I am amazed at how quickly she grew up. Last year at this time she was probably 4 inches shorter and still young looking. Now boys are hitting on her. Not ok!! Weird moment-I took my sibs to 7 peaks, and Haily and I were standing in line. These two 16 year old boys came up and starting hitting on us. Now Haily just started giggling and acting like a 13 year old should (shocked that a boy noticed her) on the other hand, I was amazed that these boys thought I was young enough to be interested in them. Finally it came out that they thought we were twins. Well announcement: We are not twins. Althoough I have a bright and bubbly nature, I am 6 years older than her. Not that I mind people thinking I look like her, cuz lets face it, my sister is a babe. And she is amazingly talented. Too bad she got ALL the creative juices from my dad. :) I love her lots.
I bet when we are older we will think its cool to be twins....maybe we will be like Grandma Carolyn and Joyce. I hope we get to be so matchy matchy that even our pins, scarves, shoes, and bags are the exact same....Then again, I think I'm ok with us just looking like twins without dressing identical.

on set

This morning I stepped inside my high school's rivalry, Mountain View High School; but I was actually quite excited to be there. I was getting ready to play Amy, in the movie called "The Last Eagle Scout". Sounds like a cheesy mormon movie right? WRONG. Not at all. Not mormon. And not cheesy. Well at least I hope it doesn't turn out cheesy:) But I was SO nervous. See, I'm an actor right? But I don't know diddly about film. I am super comfortable on stage. I'm an expressive energetic person and that is perfect for the stage....but film? No. My face moves way too much for the camera, so I was nervous to even have to do this small part. I didn't know what to expect. I was told to bring some ideas for costumes and I only got the script 2 days before. So I just felt very inexperienced and nervous walking into the large cafeteria at MV. As the day went on and people were powdering my face, spraying my hair, and fixing my lighting, I got more used to it. I gained confidence quickly as I tried to meet as many people as I could, and tried to get my name out there. What an experience! I mean I was on set with people who have done lots and lots of film. I feel priveledged that I was able to be among them and learn from them.
I was playing Amy, the selfish brat of the school. Everyone else wears black button up shirts and black pants, you'll notice my outfit is very diva. Haha. I was so worried everyone wouldn't like me in real life. But it didn't take them long to realize the giggly girl dressed as the snobbish Amy was actually normal and not like that. The craziest part of film is the repetition and time it takes. For a 5 minute scene I was there from 8:30-3:30. Long time. And I can totally see how people become method actors-especially in film. You are involved in a scene all day and have to emotionally stay there all day. Its very different from a play. I still don't think its healthy, but I see how it could happen very easily. I also saw many "divas" on set. Ya. No matter how pampered I am, I never ever want to be like that.

Overall it was a great opportunity and I am so grateful for the experience. I love when I can be a sponge and just learn like crazy. I thrive off those kind of situations.

So would I try film again? Its different. The actors are different. The environment is different. And the stage really is my home and first love. But I wouldn't be opposed to having more experience. I was intrigued with the tedious process.

Ceiling Fan v. Jessica

Tall people should be able to empathize with me on this one....when you walk in to a room with low ceilings and just to make it better there are ceiling fans. Yep. When your making a bed and you raise your arm to lift the sheet and....WAMO! ya. Ouch. So this is what I'll look like for the next 2 weeks. Never realized how much I need both of my arms. For instance typing this is a lot of fun. So I'm stopping.

Confessions of a White Girl:

The Jet Girls. They are white, snobby, and not in the show. Why? Well it just doesn't seem right that the so COOL Jet Boys' girlfriends don't have a song or more stage time to develop their character. I know many people are highly interested in this, if the White Girls were given a song what would it be about?

I believe it would go something like this:
Why do our boys always leave us to fight? We want more time and attention. And that stupid Anybody's always trying to steal our affection! You have to hate those spics for taking our boys away from us, We don't want to make a fuss Well maybe we do :) We Jetties have to stick with each other Cuz those boys leave us for everyone but our mother...s We got sparkle and spunk! Who needs those hunks Just blame those Spics But we gotta find where we belong.

*Ya wow! I am a talented lyricist. I bet you would never guess I just made that up! And I could totally do the whole song and dance for you, but I believe that would have to be something special in person :)*

I'm hoping that NY is interested in just inserting this in the Broadway show as soon as possible. Because I am positive so many people wonder- What about the white girls?

Outfit Choices

I don't put too much thought into what I wear everyday. Especially since I work at 7, and I could care less what I look like at that time of morning. So who would ever guess that my clothing choices were somehow emotionally connected to me....Well I only have one days worth of photo documentation, but I dress Sam in the same colors as me every morning. Not on purpose. And today was especially bad! About mid-afternoon I realized we were wearing the exact same thing. The weird thing is I realize the matching clothes each day at the end of my shift and never realize it again til the same time the next day. I just think its so weird that I actually have a reason subconsciously for what I'm wearing, because I wouldn't just choose the same thing twice a day if it didn't mean something. Crazy Sauce. This is really interesting to me. I want to know why I do this. Why do I choose what I'm gonna wear, and then put Buddha in the same thing??

(I can't post pics of the people I take care of...stupid laws)

mom

Families can be together forever. I would die if I couldn't be with my mom and family forever. Today is my beautiful moms birthday. She has sacrificed so much for my family. I love her more then words can express. She is my best friend, and I hope one day I could have the strength she does. She is an amazing example of hope and enduring to the end. I love you mom. I love the example you set for our family. During this test of our faith you are a great example to us kids. You have taught us that relying on our Father in Heaven is what matters most. I am so grateful for that mom. I rely on your strength and knowledge so much and your friendship and guidance has helped me get through each passing day. Although I get frustrated about your passion sometimes, I admire your zeal for life. I admire that you stand up for what you believe in, thank you for being an anchor for our family. I know this will be a very different birthday, but I hope somehow I can make it a little better. I hope somehow I can relieve some stress and pressure and help you today. I LOVE YOU!!! I always will. I wouldn't be who I am with out my incredibly amazing mom. So if you love me or even just kinda like me, then you have to appreciate my mommy. I hope when I am a mom I am able to love and protect my kids like my mother has done for me. I am so excited to be a mom and hopefully be a strength to my kids like she is to me. I know one thing for sure. My kids will know how important family is. My mom KNOWS whats important in this life. Families making it back to our loving Heavenly Father.
Happy Birthday! From your oldest daughter who loves you more than she can express.

chad

Chad just got home from his mission 3 weeks ago, and man is he a stud!! We instantly reconnected and I'm so excited that he is moving up here at the end of August. I love that I can confide in him, tease him, and restrain :) him haha! So here are a couple pics of us from his visit this weekend. He is such an anchor and amazing example and I'm so so grateful for him. Did I mention I love this kid?








































Now no one get offended. I'm gonna start doing random dedications for all my favorite people in the world...so just wait your turn in line :)