From Summer to Winter, Skipping the Inbetween

View from my window this morning! Such a great surprise

Hey guys,

There has been so much buzz today about the snow fall from last night that caught everyone off guard. Personally, it was a great surprise; I almost thought it was a sign of good luck because I had a mid-term today. Others weren’t too ready to get their winter jackets out of their closets just yet. Everyone on campus was talking about how crazy early the snow is, someone even said, “Well….welcome to Logan!” But they’re exactly right! Welcome to good ol’ Logan, the most beautiful campus there is that the snow is just the cherry on top. Yeah, of course it’s cold and snowy, but all the more reason to take it in and enjoy it because it’s not going anywhere anytime soon, so bring it on! It’s time to sled down old main hill with a mattress( yes, I said mattress), snowboard or ski up at Beaver Mountain Resort (which is only 30 minutes away), fill up on cookies and hot chocolate, and have a good ol’ fashioned snowball fight. And, just one more month till the movie, Elf will be playing on repeat on my TV.

 Tis the season!
Cheers!

Photo credit to my friend Julia, a snowy picture of the Quad

-E

Surfing in 60 degree weather?!

Hey guys!
I had SUCH a fun weekend! Some friends and I went canal surfing and shooting.

There's a canal in the Logan River on the island where you attach a rope and hold onto it while surfing with a skim board. I was super hesitant at first because I didn't want to fall into the freezing water! I've snowboarded and wakeboarded before but those boards are attached to your feet so I was a little skeptical about a skim board. I was a little wobbly at first but as soon as I got the hang of it, I was smooth ridin'! I was so relieved I didn't end up floating
down the freezing river.

My friend Caleb and I just surfin' it 

The sound of the shot was the scariest part

I shot my first shot gun too! I was super hesitant about this one because the only thought I had in my head was, "you'll shoot your eye out!" from A Christmas Story. I was terrified of the gun cocking back and hitting my shoulder but it ended up being so fun! It still cocked back and shoved me back so my form wasn't the best but who cares! It was my first time, and I felt like such a rebel :) Here's a video of it, you'll see how happy I was at the end when I hit the board! It was super rewarding.





  
AND! On top of all that, Utah State beat San Jose by a landslide, with 13 sacks! We came into the game with about 12 sacks I think and from that one game we doubled it. How crazy! I love USU!

Go aggies!

-E

Happy Fall Y'all!
Fall is here and I cannot wait for the cold weather, open fires, hot chocolate, and movie nights! Once the cold weather hits, my friends and I love staying in and watching movies and eating all the junk food our heart desires. Not to mention all the pumpkin treats! I'm a sucker for pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin cakes, you name it! NOM NOM NOM  
For today's blog, I wanted to mention some of my favorite places to eat in Logan and what I like there:


1. Herm's Inn

Location: On the "Island" on Canyon Road. *The Island is an area of town that is located in this huge dip, where a lake (Lake Bonneville) used to be. Essentially making it feel like the island area is its own town, being away and almost "under" the rest of Logan. You'll see what I mean once you get here!

Like: They have the biggest cinnamon roll pancakes to satisfy your sweet tooth. They're seriously bigger than the size of your face. They even have bacon and chocolate chip pancakes. I know it may sound weird to you but there's something about the flavor combo of salty and sweet that makes it delicious! 

2. Twizl Berry
Location: One on north Main street, and one on south Main street.
Like: I get the original tart yogurt and load it on with fruit and gummy bears. It's a healthier side of my sweet tooth!

3. Factory Pizzeria
Location: South Main street
Like: THE ATMOSPHERE! The restaurant itself is located in a basement where you can just throw peanut shells on the floor and carve your name into the wooden tables. It's kind of a loud, happening place. A perfect place to meet friends!

4. La Tormenta
Location: North Main street
Like: I love Mexican food, but only the real authentic Mexican food. This place has just that. The best smothered burritos, rice, and re-fried beans. YUM!








Hope you all have a good week!
-E