Just let your soul glow...just let it shine through...

Editors Notes: So after seeing the anonymous comments by the anonymous blogger on the last post; we've implemented a little change here at The Mindless Void; no more anonymous comments. This isn't to say that you can't leave angry or mean comments anymore; but now you just have to have the stones to put your name behind it.

Hello everybody. How are you doing? What has happened since I last posted? Did you get a haircut? Cause it looks nice. I hope your mom is doing okay. So, here are some basic blocks of major events since the last post:

Chillin' in the '303'
As noted by the previous post; Aura, Ryan, Cat and I descended upon the 303 Area Code for some football, beer and good times. The previous post displays a few pictures from the Utes Football game. Aura and I also went to the Patriots vs. Broncos Game. Our seats were what one may call 'redonkulous'. Yes; they lost in overtime, my soul is still partially frozen and I found out that hand warmers by Coleman are complete shit. But, it was a great game and the Broncos fans weren't assholes.

But when I say chillin'; we quite literally were chillin'. That game was by far the coldest game I've ever been to.


Falling in Sugarhood
When I was purchasing a home in '06; it was during the fall months. One of the biggest things that drew me to Sugarhood was the leaves on 5th east. Below are a few shots of the leaves changing on my street.

I am a Utah Man
With my new camera gave me an entirely new way to shoot pictures of the Ute games. Below is a few of my favorite pictures from the games

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Pumpkins and Costumes...OH MY!!!
This years Halloween/Birthday Party at the Oderda's was a blast as usual. I was a cheesy tourist and Aura a gorgeous Snow White. Not to mention we got a chance to carve pumpkins at #mikeymikes house. Definitely a great time

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Fakesgiving and Thanksgiving
So, for those who have never been to Fakesgiving; this is a holiday that started in college with my old roommates in which we would do a huge Thanksgiving dinner before everyone left to go home for Thanksgiving. One of the things I have become eternally grateful for is my friends. Many of them have become more like family than friends and I am very thankful to have them.

This year Katie and John hosted Fakesgiving and it was a resounding success. Bacon wrapped turkey, tons of wine and tons of food. Plus, the best company you can find for a group of friends.

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Then there is Thanksgiving with the family. This year was a first as Aura and I had two dinners to attend. Both had amazing food and we realized that man was meant for one Thanksgiving dinner and not two. Either way; the day ended with us watching a Thanksgiving movie; Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

What am I thankful for? A healthy family, a wonderful girlfriend, a stable relationship, an awesome dog and a job that I excel at.

"Oh Beermas Tree..Oh Beermas Tree...O' will thou please beer me?"

This year marked the Third Beermas Festivities at my home. This year Beermas was rather jam packed with the following:

- White Elephant Gift Exchange
- Family Photos with Santa
- Dirty Pictionary
- Ugly Sweater Competition
- And beer, beer and more beer

For those who have not been to Beermas; it is a holiday that was created to celebrate all of the wonderful things that Beer provides us through the other 364 days of the year. I intend to do an entire post on the Story of Beermas in the future (just for you Kate).

Here is the 2009 Family Beermas Photo:

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Temple Lights with an extra shot of espresso
So, every year we go to the Temple Lights. This is even more important with the little burrito. We went last night to the lights and here are a few highlights. I will say; being hungry, hating crowds and a little one who doesn't want to listen made for a unique trip to the lights. Either way; it was fun because I love to see his eyes when he sees all the lights. Also, it is great to take my favorite highly caffeinated beverage too.

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Nice and Snuggly thanks to Kris Kringle
We have a Secret Santa at work called Kris Kringle. I have to say that of all the gifts that I've received; this is by far the best one. I have to say; thank you Sandy as this really is just chalk full of awesomesauce!!! But, put your Snuggie on backwards and it just doesn't make sense. What is it? A robe? No way!

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Also seen below is the best wrapping I've ever seen. The present was wrapped in paper with the persons face all over it. Classic.

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So, I think that is a comprehensive catch up from October. There were other things mixed in. But those are the highlights. Thanks for reading to the bottom. I know it was a long one.