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I keep trying to think of the words to describe my experience today, and one word keeps coming back to me: revelatory. I started the evening feeling like a bombshell and ended it looking like a Carrie Underwood song, and there were lots of laughs through all of it. There are so many tear inducing comments I could make about today, but when all is said and done, it was a defining moment in my life, and a day that will be with me forever. #lifegoalsrealized #rightwhereimmeanttobe #meaningoflifetour #goodnewsmeansglittereyeliner @cj_waisath @ballroomdancer100 @darcy_eilan @cierranelsonkc (at Vivint Smart Home Arena) https://www.instagram.com/bekalorraine/p/BtS0lGrHDBl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ckax6877g9uf

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In the midst of the chaos from balancing school📚, work👁, and wedding planning💍, life goals are still being realized. Seeing @kellyclarkson live has been a dream of mine since Princess Diaries 2 came out, and here we are over a decade later and it’s FINALLY happening!!! 24 is going to be a great year, and hopefully I’ll find my meaning of life! #meaningoflifetour #goodnewsmeansglittereyeliner #rightwhereimmeanttobe #lifegoalsrealized (at Rexburg, Idaho) https://www.instagram.com/bekalorraine/p/BtRAHOkH51e/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=q4qg32rm549

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One of my favorite scriptures, and although it is not about missionary work, it is stuck in my head as I prepare to teach on missionary service. #ldsgirl #makeanoteofit #whereimmeanttobe (at BYU-Idaho)

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As I prepare for the Sabbath tomorrow, I can't help but love this photo and everything it represents. Turning your back on the eyes of the world, and everything is represents to appreciate the world that God has provided and the friends that we have found along the way. (at Mesa, Arizona)

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M e r m a i d s  //  {21st century}

The earliest known mermaid legends come from Syria around 1000 B.C. where the Syrian goddess Atargatis dove into a lake to take the form of a fish, but the powers there would not allow her give up her great beauty, so only her bottom half became a fish and she kept her top half in human form. As myths tend to do, the story changed over time and Atargatis became mixed with Syrian goddess Ashtarte, who is generally considered the counterpart to Greek mythology’s Aphrodite. Though Aphrodite is rarely portrayed in mermaid form, this evolution of mermaid mythology is what led to Aphrodite’s role in the mythology of Pisces, which clearly has roots in Syrian mythology. Later tales in the mythology of mermaids stem from Homer’s epic “The Odyssey”, where some mythologists believe the Sirens to have been in mermaid form. This was an extremely popular version of the mermaid throughout history. Many popular tales including legends from the British Isles and the famous Arabian Nights tales identify mermaids in exactly this fashion. In these myths, mermaids would sing to men on ships or shores nearby, practically hypnotizing them with their beauty and song. Those affected would rush out to sea only to be either drowned, eaten, or otherwise sent to their doom. In the modern mythology of mermaids, however, this is rarely the case. Today these beings are more likely to be seen as innocent and sweet, if not helpful in many cases to human kind. Much of the modern interpretation of mermaids can be credited to the most famous tale in all of mermaid mythology - Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid” and the subsequent Disney movie of the same name. (x)

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In a world where we are constantly being pressured to move faster, think bigger, and be better, take minute to stop and pray. The Lord has plans for you that are beyond your wildest dreams. Let Him show them to you. Be patient. Be kind. #ldsgirl #makeanoteofit #whereimmeanttobe (at BYU-Idaho)

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🎶Come, come, ye Saints, no toil nor labor fear; But with joy wend your way. Though hard to you this journey may appear, Grace shall be as your day.🎶 As hard as life may be, there is always hope for the future; hope for improvement. As we strive to become better we shall see blessings beyond our wildest dreams come to pass in our lives. #ldsgirl #makeanoteofit #whereimmeanttobe (at BYU-Idaho)

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Before I moved to Rexburg a lot of people expressed a concern that I would miss out on the "college experience" because I would be attending a church school. Update: I'm not missing out on anything!! I'm loving all the wacky adventures with my roommates, including running to Soda Vine 20 minutes before they close, like we did tonight. #ldsgirl #byui #roommatelove (at SodaVine)

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Last night I was talking to a dear friend of mine, and she asked me how I manage to smile and be kind in the face of heartbreak, betrayal, and my depression. I didn't have a very eloquent answer, but then I found this quote. It can be hard to let go of feelings of discouragement, hate, and inferiority, but the peace that comes from learning to laugh through the tears is so worth it. I am so blessed to have the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ in my life, and learn of His atoning sacrifice for me very day that I'm here. I know that my Redeemer lives, loves me, and will return to the Earth one day. #ldsgirl #marjoriehinkley #makeanoteofit (at BYU-Idaho)

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This is something that I have struggled with all my life. I have a tendency to just disappear for a day or two when I’m upset about something, not just to sort out what I’m feeling about the situation, but also to avoid causing irreparable damage to my relationship with the people I love. If you are a part of my life, it is because I chose you. If you are on the receiving end of my silence, it’s because I want to keep you. #makeanoteofit #tryingtobechristlike (at BYU-Idaho)

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I can't believe that I ran into @meganpatriciaw today!! I'm so glad that I got to see her smiling face and meet her awesome comp Sister Allen!! #ldsgirl #templesquare #bestdayever (at Temple Square)

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I have never seen a Christus that left me as breathless as this. I will never forget how strongly I could feel the Spirit today. #ldsgirl #templesquare #bestdayever (at Temple Square)

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. . . No problem? #ldsgirl #templesquare #bestdayever (at Temple Square)

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And as always, a temple selfie. #ldsgirl #templesquare #bestdayever #templeselfie (at Temple Square)

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It may have been cold and windy, but it was beautiful. #ldsgirl #templesquare #bestdayever (at Temple Square)

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Today I was able to go to Temple Square for the first time ever. Today was perfect. #ldsgirl #templesquare #bestdayever (at Temple Square)

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When you feel obligated to update your #goodnewmeansglittereyeliner feed but have zero desire to do your makeup. #ldsgirl #countyourblessings (at BYU-Idaho)