Genealogy

This week I started getting more work done for my family history class.  I decided to take a family history class this semester because my dad has always been into it and I'd like to start working with him.  Now that I am married, I also need to do more work connecting the family trees and researching more.  The program I am using for the class is "Roots Magic".  It is nice because it interfaces with Family Search, the Church's family history and genealogical records website.  My dad has already done a lot of research so I have a lot to work with!

I think the most rewarding part about doing genealogy is when I get to go do temple work for my ancestors.  This week, Raul and I did 21 baptisms and confirmations for my ancestors.  Next week we're going to start doing the next ordinances for them.  This work is helping me feel closer to my family in many ways.  I hope I continue to be diligent about it after this semester.

BYU's Luau practice

This week was my first practice for BYU's Luau.  I signed up to be in the Tahiti and Hawaii sections; however, after the 6am Tahiti practice, I decided just to stick to one section.  My legs were so sore after the Tahiti practice, that I couldn't find the energy to wake up for the 8am practice for Hawaii on Saturday morning.  Tahitian dancing is my favorite, so I feel good about staying with that.  I am not a morning person, but I only have the 6am practice once a week and it will be worth it.  I love BYU's Luau and it is so exciting to perform.  I performed in the luau a few years ago and loved it.  I also performed in BYU's Fiesta, the Latin dance performance, but I prefer the Polynesian show.  I think Polynesian culture is so exotic and enchanting. 

Dance practice is really demanding with all the leg and arm movement going on!  I had to do "duck walks" (when you basically dance in a squatting position for an extended period).  My legs are still sore!  It has been a while since I've used these muscles.  It is the good kind of sore though and I'm excited to get toned up for the big show in March!  

Our first full weeks back to school

This week has been our first full week back to school!  Raul is taking English, P.E., Math, and History this semester.  I'm taking Language Assessment, Writing for business, Reading acquisition, History of Creativity, and Family History.  It is crazy to think this is my last semester at Brigham Young University.  I will be graduating this April!  Raul, on the other hand, has a long way to go.  This is his second semester at Utah Valley University and he is studying to become a dentist.  We will be in Utah for a long time!  It's a good thing I love it here. 

Right now I am working at the Missionary Training Center and am extremely happy there.  Sadly, when I graduate I'll have to find another job.  The MTC only hires students for part-time positions.  I need to start looking for other jobs to prepare for the transition into the career world!

First week down!

Raul and I have been married a little over a week now!  (I'm starting this blog as an assignment for my English class at BYU.)