When I was 7 Years Old ...

we moved to California from Missouri.

We packed up our belongings,

and set off in our blue Astro van

for a long trek across the country

to our new home.

I'm sure it comes as no surprise

that I was somewhat of a dramatic child.

I distinctly remember sitting in the back seat of the van,

wearing my jelly shoes and staring out the back

thinking of all I was leaving behind.

I was especially sad to leave my best friend,

Leah Shantz,

behind.

We were in Brownies together,

so we had a special bond.

And so I did what any normal sad 7 year old would do.

I looked out the window and saw my reflection.

Then I made the saddest face I could,

propped my chin in my hands,

and sang "Somewhere Out There"

to my friend Leah.

I can still remember forcing the crocodile tears out

and feeling like I was creating the perfect moment.

So when I saw this video I giggled wildly,

because ...

well,

I know how Jimmy and Stephen feel.

(After watching this I love Jimmy, Stephen and Anderson SO much more!

So many of my boyfriends in one clip,

acting out a small part of my life story.

Tender.)