the Nuga residence.

so my dad, Shane Nuga, lives in Orem with his parents (still.. I know, right?) and some of his siblings. He lives here with my Aunty Jennifer, her husband Katoa, & her three kids, Jenalei, Jason, & Jalyn. They're the best! He also lives with my Aunty Faga/Jasmyn. She's single, and has been ever since I can remember. She has the best sense of humor -- EVER. My dad also has other siblings that have either moved out or live in a totally different place. my Uncle Senga just got married to my Aunty Nic, one of the coolest ladies ever! They live just down the street from my Dad's. My amazing grandparents, Grandma Pandora, and Grandpa/Papa Laneselota, are the most caring, best people I've ever known and ever will know! I'm really glad I have them. There is also Uncle Kenneth, who married Aunty Kaimi, and has two kids, Kenzie and Keaton, and they live in Orem, as well. With who, you might ask? Well, Kaimi's other side: her mom, Cathy, siblings, Talae and Cylee, and sister, Lisi. I adore and love them. Then, there's Uncle Foki, who married Aunty Ashley and they have a little boy named Maeson and live in Arizona! I adore each and every one of them. so. the order of them all. Aunty Faga comes first, then Uncle Foki. Then my dad, Shane, and then his brother, my Uncle Senga. and last but not least, Uncle Kenneth, the biggest of them all. They're all the best.

nice Sundays with nice people.

Sometimes, I really don't like going to church on Sundays. This one was particularly interesting though, because I was able to see the boy that I like. I came to my dad's house this weekend in Orem, & I'm very glad that I did, because I absolutely adore their ward! They're all so inviting and happy and welcoming and fun to me and to my family! They also fear God, even though some might not act like it, they truly do. It makes me happy to see such a successful ward family work together. happy and nice days are the best of all. like the title, life is beautiful. truly.

crushes.

so there's this boy. & I absolutely adore him. names are being withheld at the moment, & reasons are being withheld as well. I adore him because he's always happy seeing me, hugging me, talking to me, texting me, calling me; everything! I'm extremely happy at the moment, & I have reason to be every year, all year! Stay happy.

a very merry christmas.

Merry Christmas, all! It's such an amazing time of year, & it's the best and most wonderful time! I'm using my new laptop right now! So happy to have it, because I won't be fighting with Hunter & Alexa for Mom's laptop. remember the reason for the season.

bridal gowns & formal dresses.

went to a bridal shop for mutual tonight. it was on Spanish Fork, & what an adorable place! but. let me tell you something urgent & vital: whatever you do, dont get married young. you're at your prime in that age! you should be traveling, working, dating & meeting new people, going to school, & having all of these awesome experiences that you can't get any other way! use those years to the best of your advantage, & live it up. now, don't get this mixed up with constant partying. that's different. be courteous in your dealings, & don't be ridiculous because "everyone else is doing it." this is my hope for all young women all over the world. love, paige nuga.

happiness & gratitude.

my mom is the sweetest lady alive; she gave us a simple lesson on gratitude tonight for family home evening, & she made a poster board with the title "What are YOU Grateful For?," & we're all supposed to write things that spontaneously come to mind that we are grateful for! what a great little reminder. I hope we all become more & more grateful everyday! it's such a good thing to be, & it makes everyone around us happier & all around better. Love who you serve, & love yourself! But, most of all, love God first & foremost. yours truly, paige.

a fresh start.

let's get a fresh new start, everybody. I haven't blogged in quite a while, what with school, work, family, friends; the list of excuses goes on & on & on. I want everyone & anyone to know how amazing & beautiful each life is on the eyes of God, our loving Father in Heaven. no matter how busy & crazy life gets at times, just know that The Lord will do anything to help you. all you need to do is ask. He loves you, & I love you. I know you can do this. lets go knock down another week with our strength & determination. love, me. 💕

simplicity.

i began the morning with stress. I won't go into any certain detail. next? alexa's swimming lessons at the king's. simple. alrighty. lets see. oh! i cleaned my cute car! looking good, green peace. my own '93 Honda accord ex. it's such a simple car that i will love forever. then...alexa and i took a nice visit to the American Fork library. guess what books i got? you'll never guess. anyways. i found some gems: 'Believing Christ,' 'Anastasia,' 'Chinese Cinderella,' and 'My Sister, Marilyn'. what gems. NOW. LISTEN UP. guess where i'm going on Thursday?? lake powell, babaaaayyy. never been before; doesn't reduce my excitement. and THEN. jc-dubb's mini cookie dough shake time. WHOOP WHOOP WUT WUT. simple day. great food. even better people. 💛📖🍨