One of the big things I had to do in preparing for college was pack my room so that my little brother Spencer could move. Although I had the consolation of decorating an awesome new bedroom to share with my sister McKayla, I have to say I felt some loss in giving up the room I've lived in since 4th grade. Before I took down my long accumulated decorations I had to take some pictures. You'll notice not only how perfect the room is for an 8 year-old boy haha (sports wallpaper and furniture), but also how eclectic my style is with everything from porcelain dolls to dance pictures and a closet covered with Mormon-ads.
Besides taking down my numerous decorations there was a lot to be done. I have truly gained sympathy for those who have to move, I don't know how they do it. It took me over a week to fully pack up and clean just one room. Luckily I had lots of help. Nathan spent a whole day helping me. Starting by dumpster diving in the malls giant recycling bin to retrieve a bunch of boxes. He also helped me pack and sort through mounds of stuff, it ended up being pretty fun.
The rest of my family was a big help as well. On Sunday, two hours past when I had planned to leave my whole family ended up in my room throwing clothes into trash bags and helping to pack last minute items I hadn't had the time to get to. It was pretty wild. Before I ran out the door I got a great father's blessing from my dad, some pictures with the family (I miss you guys) and then hit the road.
The weather was pretty scary as it was pouring rain but as I passed Pocatello, it let up leaving behind the biggest and most beautiful rainbow I have ever seen. I took it as a sign that although its pretty scary leaving home for the first time, so many amazing people and adventures await me at BYU. College here I come! :)
