on being 23

its nice.
I decided I wasn't going to get too worked up on my birthday, mostly because I keep hearing how its not that important to be the "birthday girl" or "birthday dude". But whatever. Its my birthday. I didn't go crazy or anything, but I decided to do nice things for myself- to live the day as fully as I could. And I did.
Thankfully I was able to spend my birthday with some friends. And even was able to spend my birthday with Cree and Ben- also born on 4/6/1988. We've been planning on having a trifecta birthday forever, and it's never happened. We didn't even plan on it last night, but we all ended up hanging out at my house, eating tacos and playing Uno.
It was a lovely birthday. And thank everyone for the love that was sent my way. I think this birthday was one of the best i've had.

I set goals for myself this year:
-graduate from college,
-graduate with honor,
-visit Chaco Canyon and other ruins,
-climb a 5.11,
-join a community service group or volunteer for a non-profit,
-and learn how to wield a chainsaw.

And last year was a great year to be alive. Here's proof (from my cellphone):


yes. it shall be a great year.

Feelin stressed?

Not for long!

Happy March!!

this picture is from a website called "Paula Deen Riding Things", and it may be the greatest thing on the internet

Happy March. Its been a getting crazier by the week here in Hannahville, but I take refuge in knowing that the semester will be over by the time Easter comes up.
And they already have easter candy in the grocery stores.

Huzzah. Better updates on my life to come soon.





















Meanwhile, people are obsessed with Facebook:
enjoy!

The World Is Obsessed With Facebook from Alex Trimpe on Vimeo.

sir david attenborough

For my fundraising class, we all chose a philanthropist to present to the class. We are supposed to "become" that philanthropist.

I chose Sir. David Attenborough. I love this man, and wish I could be his apprentice.

He is one of my heros:



for the next few weeks, i'm having an Attenborough marathon- to get that accent/narration down.

yay for david attenborough.

maundering: 1. Talk in a rambling manner. 2. Move or act in a dreamy or idle manner

Song of the week, or song of the month, or maybe even song of the year


its called Maundering. And its about good.

Don't Worry!

Its okay, its totally okay to be running around like crazy for most days of the week. Its okay because spring is coming. Its okay because schools almost over (by almost i mean another year). Its okay because the things I'm learning are really helpful and educational tools I will use in action as a professional.
Its okay because sometimes i get to go to bed at 8 on wednesday nights. If i skip yoga.

but mostly, it's okay because of :
newborn polar bears.


much much love to you all.
i've had a headache for a week.

"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter"

Sing, Dr. King

I have been thinking a lot about this holiday, and what it means to me and the within culture i exist. There are discussions floating around the internet that debate what MLK would think about today's society, culture, and politics. I read one thing that claimed Dr. King would support the war in Afghanistan. I'm not too sure about that.
When i was younger, my dad always took me to go march for human rights at the university. We would show up early in the morning, make signs, and walk through downtown Boise. I was really affected by this ritual, and i think that it has made me more open to think outside the system.
I remember we got to see one of his children speak on one occasion. It was special, i could feel that in my bones.



What would Dr. King think if i used the holiday to march my own agenda. It's not racial, but it human rights. People deserve to breath clean air. People deserve a healthy wilderness. But my heart is saying that marching for environmental stuff isn't the correct way to honor Dr. King's day.

Last year, i spent MLK day in the desert with some friends, and i learned about myself and how important it is to be self reliant. True liberation comes from being truly self reliant. (follow that link to find the blog)

Anyways, i think MLK day is an important holiday for me to consider what i am doing in my communities to bring love and connection, and how i can be a more tolerant and loving member of my society and this Utah Valley culture.

Here is a video of 10 MLK quotes :)



He was a leader, a moving speaker, a great observer. His words are healing and motivating.

So, what are you doing this January 17th?