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Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Quarter Life Crisis

Wow. I am 24. I am an adult. When did that happen? And how do I make it stop?

When I was a little girl looking at my future at the age of about 24, I thought that I would be married to a prince and living happily ever after with him and our 10 children. When I was a little older, I thought that I would be playing my flute in the Disney symphony (I will still admit, that idea was the most fun by far). In high school, I thought that I would be graduating from law school at this point and getting a job as an awesome lawyer with a super hot doctor boyfriend.

Fantasies are so much better than reality, right?

No prince, no symphony, no law school. I am still in college working towards my bachelor's degree, working at a movie theatre, living alone, completely single.

I miss being a little girl. Having all of those dreams and knowing that any of them are possible. I could fantasize about where my life would go and who I would become. I could make a smile and possibility out of any situation. Working with kids now has really re-opened doors back up to my past and imagination. I wish that I still had that innocence. I cannot begin to tell you how much I miss it.

Reality isn't that bad though. Neither is getting older. With age comes much wisdom. I am finally finding who I really am as a person. There is no way that I could get to any goal or dream of mine if I did not know who I am. It makes me so glad that I know what I want. I look at things differently now. I take moments in, enjoy the small things in life. I am able to look at situations rationally and from other perspectives.

It is okay that I am still in school. Hell, the fact that I still am in school is a great thing! There are so many people that I know that have not gone to school, and that not would have gone to school if they were in my shoes. I am so proud of myself for continuing forward with this and reaching my goal. I have finally come to terms with the fact that I will be graduating college at the age of 25. Later than what I had planned, but I am still doing it. I will be graduating with a degree that I love and will be able to pursue a career that I will be happy in.

I am completely independent. I have my own apartment. I pay for all of my own bills. I pay for all of my leisure activities. I do all of that by maintaining a full time job. Not a ton of 24 year olds can say that they do that completely independently. That is something to account for.

I may not have reached all of the goals in my life that I had thought I would by this time. I am happy though with how I have dealt with life's curve balls. I never expected for my life to turn out like this. That is something I have learned with age, it never happens how you want. It really is how you deal with life that makes you the person.

I am getting over this quarter life crisis. Happy that I am who I am today. Every moment has lead up to me as a person. I will continue to grow and change. I look forward to it. I am welcoming the age, for it brings wisdom, new experiences, and change.

Here is to my 24th year... hoping it brings happiness.

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Where are you Christmas?

Driving home from the hospital visiting Beth's newborn baby boy (Don't worry, a post shall go along with this story line as soon as I get some more pics of the cute little man!). This actually made me think. I really miss the "Christmas season feeling". I have been so consumed with school, work, and other day-to-day stresses that I am having a hard time finding this. I really hope that I can get into the spirit this holiday season because it truly iis the best time of the year.





Where are you Christmas

Why can't I find you

Why have you gone away

Where is the laughter

You used to bring me

Why can't I hear music play



My world is changing

I'm rearranging

Does that mean Christmas changes too



Where are you Christmas

Do you remember

The one you used to know

I'm not the same one

See what the time's done

Is that why you have let me go



Christmas is here

Everywhere, oh

Christmas is here

If you care, oh



If there is love in your heart and your mind

You will feel like Christmas all the time



I feel you Christmas

I know I've found you

You never fade away

The joy of Christmas

Stays here inside us

Fills each and every heart with love



Where are you Christmas

Fill your heart with love





Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Patrick

One of my very closest friends is moving away. Not just a few hours away. But he will be moving to another country. He will be moving across the country for a few months first, and then will be heading to France. I am so excited for him, he has wanted to do this as long as I have known him. He is going to do great things there and have the time of his life. It is amazing that he is making his dreams come true and I admire him so much for that. Of course, I have to have my selfish moment and be sad that he is leaving here though. I am going to miss him like crazy. Even though we don't see each other on a regular basis, we are there for each other when needed. We always make time to have a movie or dinner date when we can. I can tell him anything about everything.

So with him leaving, I want to take this opportunity to recall a few fond memories that I have of us together! Now, this is just going to be a handful, because we have eons of them.



~ We met in the 7th grade. Mrs. White's honors math class at Highland Jr. He was one of the very smart kids in class. I wasn't and took advantage of our friendship! I actually even tried to hook him up with one of my friends!

~ He was my very first kiss. We were 13 years old the summer before our 8th grade year. It was super awkward and terribly bad. We both had braces and it was his first kiss as well! We even went and got Popsicles of different flavors and then kissed again to see if it was weird! I am glad we have both gotten better! Haha!



~ One night in high school, we went over to our friend Eric's house and stayed up the entire night dancing to songs that were dirty! I definitely got some fun dances from the boys! (Promise it stayed PG-13!) Then we went outside and watched the sunrise on the trampoline and fell asleep.

~ He got me the job at Harkins! He started working there before me and told me how awesome it was. Needless to say, he makes fun of me for still being there!

~ We played a duet at a solo and ensemble competition. I played my flute and he played his oboe!

~ We love to go out dancing together. He can move his hips like no one I know! He also has no fear of what others think of him. It is what makes dancing with him so much fun.

~ Sewel Garden night with Saki freshman year of college.

~ Driving around and listening to Mariah Carey singing at the top of our lungs.

~ Mandy Moore choreography in front of my mirrors

~ Wengs dates (Oh how I miss that place)






12 years of memories. A lifetime ahead of friendship. I love you Patrick. France is lucky to get you.

Oh, and of course, an excuse for a vacation! ;)

Monday, November 22, 2010

Ode

An Ode to my Best Friend


A woman of many faces
Radiating beauty on the inside and out
Listens to my rants with an open heart and mind
Offers great advice
Knows me better than I know myself
A loving mother
Patient and kind
Soft spoken with most
Has an odd obsession with crawling bugs
Giving and unselfish
An open book of honesty and stories
Knows me better than I know myself sometimes
Trustworthy
Loves Disney and kid movies with me
Is able to make me laugh, no matter the mood
Loves anything and everything pink
Creates the most beautiful, smart, chubby children
Loves me for me
A great cook
Watches the food network
Always willing to listen, even if she doesn't agree
Stands up and defends me
Shops at the Buckle and always finds a good sale
Is always there and concerned
Can talk for hours and never get bored
Has a passion for sign language
Always has beautiful make up and hair
Never judges, at least not me
The fact that I could continue on for a long time says enough
Here's to a friendship for life
It is an honor for me to be able to call you,
my best friend
Beth





<3




Monday, November 8, 2010

When they die, a part of us die too

I Like... (Shelley's thoughts 4/12/78)

Watching spontaneous smiles
Walking along the beach barefoot
Hearing the waves
Chattering of unfamiliar faces and seeing in a sense of forever
Driving down my street to come home,
a sense of familiarity
The mailman dropping letters in my mailbox
the water as it drips off my hair and hits the arch of my back in the shower
Sliding into cool, clean sheets at night
Having my friends call me, just to say,
"Hi Shelley, how ya doing'?






I Like... (Ashley's thoughts 11/8/10)

Walking outside and feeling the cool breeze of fall run through my skin.
Closing my eyes and taking in the deep breath of fresh air that comes along with it.
Losing myself in a dance, moving my body to the beat of the music,
not caring who is watching.
Wearing a new outfit, radiating confidence and beauty.
Laughing with old friends about old memories, while making new ones at the same time.
Curing up in my pajamas on a chilly day, engrossed in a novel that I am unable to put down.
Shedding tears during a movie, both happy and sad.
Looking through old photograps of my friends and family,
wishing I could flip back in time and revisit them.
Christmas time, the songs, treats, family, decorations, and the aura.
The feeling of accomplishment after finishing a huge assignment, and then getting an A on it.
Accomplish my goals even when I never thought it would be possible.
Overcoming fears and obstacles, even the impossible ones.
Spending time with my family,
and feeling thankful for having them in my life.
Feeling loved and being remembered.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Election Day

What does being an American mean to you? I can tell you that most people would say "freedom" along with me in answer to that. Well, what exactly does that freedom mean? I think so many Americans have become complacement with that word that they forget what it really means and how we got to be that way. As an American you have the freedom of speech, you can say whatever you want about the president of our country and suffer no reporcutions for it. You have freedom of press. You have freedom to choose your religion. You have freedom to own property. You have freedom to dream and be who you want to be. You have the freedom to choose your officials. You have the freedom to choose what kind of life you are going to live. You have the freedom to choose what laws will pass that directly effect you and your family.

All of those freedoms cumulate to voting. You have the RIGHT to vote for these things. You are not dictated or run under a communist country. You have the right to have a voice. You have the right to decide how your childrens' lives will unfold. YOu have the right to vote on the education. You have that RIGHT.

Voting effects everyone. People vote on laws, propositions, education, taxes, leaders, etc. For those of you who say you "don't care because it doesn't apply to my daily life", seriously? How does it not?

Some say that they are not educated in politics. As an American, you have the access and ability to become educated. That is a sorry excuse. It is not all politics. Most of it is just laws. What do you feel is right? The voting ballot explains each one. And for those people who are unable to understand what words mean, then they should vote for better education so that their children have the opportunity to learn that.

Last night at work, I asked some of the staff if they were voting today. NOT ONE even knew there were elections today. NOT ONE even knew what was even being voted on. I about died when I heard that. When I explained that they should go vote to express their rights as an American, they all just said they did not care and had no interest. How can one have no interest in their own future? That just baffles me. I hope that the state puts more money and emphasis on education so that the future of America can be educated on politics and the importance of voting. Maybe then we can get the youth to actually care about our nation and themselves. It scares me to think of what the future has in store for us.

Only 18% of Americans vote. I cannot believe this number. Can you imagine the uproar that would happen if our rights as voters got taken away!? All of a sudden that 82% of Americans would care and be outraged. Kinda funny, right? Not. Just think of how you would feel if you had no say in what happened in our country. If you had no freedoms. If you had to follow a dictatorship. How happy would you be? Let your voice be heard. Every voice counts. I don't care who you vote for, just vote!

If you voted today, thank you!

If you did not, why? Become educated. Ask questions. Register. Express your rights as an AMERICAN and honor those who fought and died for you to have this right.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

It's Up To You

One song can spark a moment,
One flower can wake the dream,
One tree can start a forest,
One bird can herald a spring.
One smile begins a friendship,
One handclasp lifts a soul.
One star can guide a ship at sea,
One word can frame the goal.
One vote can change a nations,
One sunbeam lights a room.
One candle wipes out darkness,
One laugh will conquer gloom.
One step must start each journey,
One word must start each prayer.
One hope will raise our spirits,
One touch can show you care.
One voice can speak with wisdom,
One heart can know what's true,
One life can make the difference,
You see, it's up to you!

Thursday, October 21, 2010

A Penny For My Thoughts


if i die young bury me in satin

lay me down on a bed of roses

sink me in the river at dawn

send me away with the words of a love song

ooh ooh ooh ooh



lord make me a rainbow I'll shine down on my mother

she'll know I'm safe with you and she stands under my colors

oh and life ain't always what you think it ought to be

no ain't even gray but she buries her baby

the sharp knife of a short life

well I've had just enough time



if i die young bury me in satin

lay me down on a bed of roses

sink me in the river at dawn

send me away with the words of a love song

the sharp knife of a short life

well, i have just enough time



and I'll be wearing white

when i come into your kingdom

I'm as green as the ring on my little cold finger

I've never known the lovin' of man

but it sure felt nice when he was holdin' my hand

there's a boy here in town

who says he'll love me forever

who would have thought forever could be severed

by the sharp knife of a short life

well I've had just enough time



so put on your best boys, and I'll wear my pearls

what i never did is done

a penny for my thoughts oh no I'll sell 'em for a dollar

they're worth so much more after I'm a goner

and maybe then you'll hear the words that I've been singin'

its funny when your dead how people start listenin'



if i die young bury me in satin

lay me down on a bed of roses

sink me in the river at dawn

send me away with the words of a love song

ooh ooh the ballad of a dove

go with peace and love

gather up your tears and keep them in your pocket

save em for a time when your really gonna need em.

oh the sharp knife of a short life

well I've had just enough time

so put on your best boys, and I'll wear my pearls

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Travelling

I am almost a quarter of a century years old and I have never left the United States. America is the land of the free, the melting pot of the world, an amazing place to live. I just feel so uncultured by never having left here. There is so much beauty in the rest of the world. I want to explore. I want to see the things I have read about. I want to see the history I am so fascinated in. I want to do the things I have only been able to dream of.
I look outside and see the same thing everyday. I see dirt and sun mostly. Houses that in a row look the exact same, "cookie cutter" houses or so my mom used to call them. I am so sheltered in my environment. I see the same types of people, scenery, weather, stores, food, etc.. I am ready for a new adventure in my life. I doubt that I would ever move overseas, but I wish that I had taken up the opportunity to study abroad. I am always so jealous of my friends who have had the guts to do so. I would have done it in a heartbeat if I had the financial means to.

I am such a chicken. I wish that I could pack up my things and backpack through Europe. I would start off in Italy, the place I want to visit more than any. I would go from town-to-town, just living everyday that I could. I would take in everything, try new foods, take pictures, learn new things, have a steamy romance with a man who didn't speak any English, get vintage clothes, oh so many things I would love to do.

I look at pictures and it physically hurts that I have not been able to go. This is at the top of my bucket list in life.

The man I marry better be ready to take an adventure with me, because I will go to Europe many times in my life. I am still young and have many opportunities to still go. I would love to go there on my honeymoon. How romantic would it be to take a gandala boat ride at sunset through the streets of Italy?

I am such a helpless romantic. And Europe allows you to do so. I was meant to be European.

Who wants to start the "Send Ashley to Europe fund?"

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Lame Friday Night

I am officially an old, boring woman. I had a day off, a day off I tell you! This is a very rare occurrence in my life anymore. My life that is filled with interning, school, and work, oh my! I am on the go from dawn til way past dusk. I couldn't believe it when I heard I had this glorious day off! So many things I could accomplish! I could see my friends, I could go out, I could go dancing, I could sleep in! Sadly, my pathetic, old self did not do much of anything fun.


I did get to sleep in this morning. It was pure bliss. I got to pay in my soft, warm bed wrapped up in my fluffy down comforter until my eyes wanted to open. I even fell back asleep for a few; just because I could :) Once I finally mustered up enough energy to get up, it was still only 1030am, (not sleeping the entire day away thankfully). I got up, and of course checked the ol' facebook to see if I had any wonderful new notifications, the highlight to any ones day I am sure. I then laid around for a while, putting off the inevitable of having to do something productive. I then saw a commercial for a mylifetime.com makeover! Now, I have been contemplating the idea of doing something drastic with my hair. Call me crazy, but every girl needs a good change every once in a while! So I spent way too much time in my life to create this beautiful masterpiece that once was a picture of little old me:



It looks just like me, right? I think the blue eyes adds a wonderful touch haha. I think it would be fun to go blond, but I am just not sure. The up-keep for it would be insanely expensive, plus I may look like a Mexican Hooker... something to think about. Oh, and plus it would murder my beautiful, healthy hair. But, I could use some fun blond jokes to get me out of ridiculous situations I tend to put myself in. Ahh...

Back to reality. After spending an awful amount of time doing that, I finally got my rear in gear! I got all of my laundry together and headed to my dad's house. Such the inconvenience. Luckily for me, my friend Katrina said she would come over and give me company while I waited for my laundry to clean. We decided we were starving so we went and got Barros. Yum. But, I cannot eat like that again in a long time! I have been so good about being healthy! Also, my wallet is starting to feel the effects of eating out so much. I need to cut back so I can keep that wonderful thing called a savings account a little while longer.

After a phenomenal fatting dinner, I decided to drag Katrina along to help me look at an apartment I had been eying on the Internet. You may be asking why I am looking so soon? Well, I don't want to repeat history and make a bad mistake again! I hate the place I am living in now. I want to be happy where I move because I would like to stay there for a decent amount of time, at least until I graduate from school. I also have things that are a MUST have: washer and dryer, bigger kitchen, no bugs, no ghetto. Simple requests, right? Well, I went and looked at the apartment and loved it! And, there is a place that opens up in December, perfect timing! I just want to go and look at a few more places before just to be 100% positive in my decision so that I am happy. I am glad I have time to make a decision.

At my dad's again. Finishing up laundry and he comes home. I was watching "Say Yes to the Dress", a fantastic show about women buying their wedding dresses. My dad was all "what the hell are you watching?!" I laughed and told him he better be saving up to buy me a wedding dress! He laughed and made sure to remind me of the fact that I am not even dating anyone right now so he has plenty of time to worry about that. Thanks dad. I had totally forgotten that my love life is lower than pathetic right now.. it is non-existent. Lovely.

Back home. At last. Wait, not at last. That means I have to put away said laundry. Oh, and clean! No! Say it isn't so! But, as I said before, today is my only day off, which means I need to do it. So, in true domestic fashion, I put the sweat pants on, roll up my sleeves, and start scrubbing. Literally, I scrubbed the floor. My aunt Cindy would be so proud! 5 hours later... laundry is put away, floors are scrubbed, everything is dusted, dishes are done and put away! My apartment now smells strongly of bleach and my nose is running due to the amount of dust that flew up in it. I should probably do something about that!

It is now almost 1am. Why am I writing a blog? Who knows. I should shower since I smell of lovely bleach and dust. I also would like to go to bed at a decent time since I need to be up tomorrow to do homework that I didn't do today. I also want to continue reading the book "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo". It is really good so far and I would like to see what happens next! Sadly, I get about 2 pages done a night and then promptly pass out from exhaustion.

Well blog world. I think it is time for me to continue with my old woman night, shower and lay in bed and read. Hope the rest of you had a banging night (that's what the kids are saying these days, right?)

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Sick

Why must I always get sick at the most inconvinient times?? I swear... it only happens when I am super busy and have tons of things that need to get done.

I woke up yesterday with a raw throat. So I chugged some airborne (nastiest tasting stuff ever, orange tang). It made me feel better for a few hours. I went in and interned, and then went to my first class of the day. By the end of that class, I was feeling awful. I left about 20min early so I would have time to go to the store and get some throat losengers to make me feel better before the next class. I luckily had enough time to take a quick cat nap in my car and suck on some halls. Went to my next class, took a midterm, after class put together a presentation, ran a few errands, and went to work. Got to work and instantly felt like hell. I had to scrub bathroom floors for inspection (in my nice clothes since I didn't have time to go home and change). I left there, came home and felt soooo sick. I took some Nyquil and passed out.

I didn't make it to my internship today. I slept until 1pm. Then napped again until 430pm. Of course, getting nothing done that I needed to. I had to go to class for at least a few today because I had a presentation for one of my classes I had to give. Luckily, I was able to leave and come home after. Got home, ate some soup, napped, and here I am. Finally up from the couch for at least a few to check a few things.

I don't think I will be interning again tomorrow. No reason to get others sick as well. I do have class tomorrow from 1-730 though. Hoping I feel better by then! I can't even do any homework right now. My mind is not all there since it is doped up on medicine. I would like to do well on my homework. I am feeling all sorts of scatter brained.

I think that it is time to sleep again. This hour awake has been a lot haha

Saturday, September 25, 2010

The Willow Tree

As a child, there is always that "magical place" you can go. It is a safe haven. A place where your imagination can run free, where you can be anyone you want to be. My place as a child was the willow tree in my backyard.

I grew up in small town in Illinois. We had a little yellow house on an acre yard. That yard was a child's dream. So many places to run, things to do, adventures to make. Out of all of the places, there was on that was my favorite. It was in the back corner of our yard, right next to the corn field that it backed up to. In that corner, there was a beautiful, ancient, magical willow tree.

I would go back there every chance that I got. I would walk up to the tree and open up large gates of leaves into my magical place. As you walked in, you were engulfed with green leaves, sparkling gold as the sun shone through them. I would lay on the smooth grass underneath and look up towards the heaves through the leaves. It gave the sky and life a whole new perspective. I would fantasize I was somewhere different, as a princess in my own hidden land. I would pretend I was a beautiful bride waiting for my prince charming to come save me from the evil monster. Then we would get married under the leaves of the willow tree.

No one went under the tree with me. It was mine, all mine.

I have no pictures of that beautiful tree. I went back to visit that house a few years ago, and that tree is no longer there. When I buy a house eventually, I would love to have a weeping willow tree in the yard. Alas though, I no longer have such a vivid imagination. I lost that as I got older and also lost my innocence. I have tried to hard to regain that imagination. Nothing I do can bring it back.

I wish I still had that weeping willow.

Here is that house I grew up in. Sadly, the willow is no longer.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Flipped

This movie is a MUST SEE. It may be my new favorite movie. It was beautifully made, sweet, innocent, funny, sad. I am buying the book as well. If it is even a fraction as good as the movie, I will be so happy :)

Juli Baker devoutly believes in three things: the sanctity of trees (especially her beloved sycamore), the wholesomeness of the eggs she collects from her backyard flock of chickens, and that someday she will kiss Bryce Loski. Ever since she saw Bryce's baby blues back in second grade, Juli has been smitten. Unfortunately, Bryce has never felt the same. Frankly, he thinks Juli Baker is a little weird--after all, what kind of freak raises chickens and sits in trees for fun? Then, in eighth grade, everything changes. Bryce begins to see that Juli's unusual interests and pride in her family are, well, kind of cool. And Juli starts to think that maybe Bryce's brilliant blue eyes are as empty as the rest of Bryce seems to be. After all, what kind of jerk doesn't care about other people's feelings about chickens and trees? With Flipped, mystery author Wendelin Van Draanen has taken a break from her Sammy Keyes series, and the result is flipping fantastic. Bryce and Juli's rants and raves about each other ring so true that teen readers will quickly identify with at least one of these hilarious feuding egos, if not both. A perfect introduction to the adolescent war between the sexes.





You never forget your first love

Sunday, September 12, 2010

You Raise Me Up

When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary;



When troubles come and my heart burdened be;



Then, I am still and wait here in the silence,



Until you come and sit awhile with me.







You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;



You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;



I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;



You raise me up: To more than I can be.







You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;



You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;



I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;



You raise me up: To more than I can be.







There is no life - no life without its hunger;



Each restless heart beats so imperfectly;



But when you come and I am filled with wonder,



Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity.







You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;



You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;



I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;



You raise me up: To more than I can be.







You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;



You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;



I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;



You raise me up: To more than I can be.
 
 

Saturday, September 11, 2010

The 5th Grade

I finally got to start my internship this last week! It was such a mix of emotion to start. I was beyond excited to get into the classroom and apply things that I had learned, I mean, this is what I am going to school for, nothing better than handson training. But I was also very nervous! I have never done anything like this before!

To make it there on time, I had to wake up at 530am. For anyone that knows me, knows that was death. I got there and met my teacher. She was super friendly and greeted me with a hug! I was glad she was nice and welcoming. We went and got the kids from the playground to start the day. It is amazing how fast the memories come back about daily routines of elementary school that you totally forgot about.

We went about the things of the morning, checking homework, planners, questions, etc. I forgot how small 5th graders are. I guess I remember being more mature than that haha. From there they went to their "special", library. I got to see all of the works of the 5th grade. We planned for the next lesson, talked to other teachers. It was a little overwhelming! Remember, it was my first day!

So when they got back in, we started working on math. I got sent to the hall with a group of 3 kids who were strugglng with the concepts to help them out. Things were going well at the beginning... then one of the girls got upset because she was not understanding and it was lunch time. So she started crying. Panic rushes over me. I wasn't taught what to do in this situation! The other two kids with me informed me that this is a normal thing that she does and not to worry about it. I am sure that they saw the panic in my eyes trying to decide what to do about the situation! Luckily, math time ended soon and I got out of that situation!

The rest of the day went off with no other problems. After spending 5 hours in the classroom, I had to go for 7 hours straight of actual class. I was EXHAUSTED. I don't know how i am going to pull this off. I feel like I have 2 seperate lives. One at school and the other at work. It is like I have 2 full time jobs and full time school. The rest of my week involves lots of work, interning, and school. Of course I have no break or day off to rest. It just keep going. I am getting overwhelmed. I closed tonight at work and have to open again tomorrow. Ugh. I am putting off going to bed for at least a few so I have at least a little "me" time.

I better head to bed now though. Have to be up soon for another long day. So if I do not update this that often, please don't be mad. I wish that I could! i have been learning about creative writing though and wish I had some time to do a little free writing. Maybe I will..

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Butterfly Kisses


There's two things I know for sure:

She was sent here from heaven and she's

daddy's little girl.

As I drop to my knees by her bed at night

She talks to Jesus and I close my eyes and

I thank god for all the joy in my life

Oh, but most of all

For butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer;

sticking little white flowers all up in her

hair; "Walk beside the pony, Daddy, it's my first ride."

"I know the cake looks funny, Daddy, but I sure tried."

In all that I've done wrong I know I must

have done something right to deserve a hug

every morning and butterfly kisses at night.



Sweet 16 today

She's looking like her mama a little more everyday

One part woman, the other part girl.

To perfume and make-up from ribbons and curls

Trying her wings out in a great big world.



But I remember

Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer; sticking

little white flowers all up in her hair.

"You know how much I love you, Daddy, But if you

don't mind I'm only gonna kiss you on the cheek this time."

With all that I've done wrong I must have done

something right to deserve her love every morning

and butterfly kisses at night.



All the precious time

Like the wind, the years go by.

Precious butterfly.

Spread your wings and fly.



She'll change her name today.

She'll make a promise and I'll give her away.

Standing in the bride-room just staring at her.

She asked me what I'm thinking and I said "I'm not

sure-I just feel like I'm losing my baby girl."

She leaned over...gave me butterfly kisses with her mama there,

Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair

"Walk my down the aisle, Daddy-it's just about time."

"Does my wedding gown look pretty, Daddy? Daddy, don't cry!"



Oh, with all that I've done wrong I must have

done something right.

To deserve your love every morning and butterfly

kisses-I couldn't ask God for more, man this is what love is.



I know I gotta let her go, but I'll always remember

every hug in the morning and butterfly kisses.




I played this song for my dad on Father's Day at church when I was 16. I remember that it was about the only time that he ever came to church. He was so proud of me for playing this song and thanked me. I was so happy that he came and watched me and was happy he was proud of me.

But this is not the relationship that I have with my dad. I wish I had this. I have always wanted this. I went over to my dad's tonight to do laundry. After I was done he walked me out to my car and started talking to me. He has been really down recently for a lot of financial reasons. He started telling me just about how it made him sad that this is what his life is like. That life will go on without him. That I have moved on to a life and left him behind. He knows that I love him, but I do not like him. He said that my brother told him he has 2 years to live with all of the drinking and smoking he does. And that when he dies to make sure to leave him with the Wednesday trash.

I hate that he jokes like that. It makes me sad that his life is the way that it is. My dad and I have d a rocky relationship for years now. I was angry for a very long time. But after my mom died, things changed. He is the only parent that I have now. I wish we could be close. But I don't always like to be around him when he drinks and gets mean. It breaks my heart to think about everything. I love my dad so much and only want the best for him. I hate that he thinks so poorly of everyone. I wish he could move on from the past like I have.

Tonight just made me feel very sad. I was thinking about times as a little girl when my daddy was a hero. When he played with us and always could make me laugh. I miss that. Obviously I am an adult now and things are going to be different. I just wish that I coud be close with him and still have that relationship. It does make me feel very alone. That security of a family is not there for me.

I wish I could fix this. Make all of the bad go away. But I know that will not happen. I just told my dad that I love him. And I support him and will try my best to call him and see him more often. After losing my mom, I know how it feels to have regret. I can't go through the rest of my life regretting something else the same way. I can move forward and do my best to have a good relationship with my dad. And at least let him know how much I love him. That is the best I can do.

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Blackboard

I need a minute to rant about my blackboard experience. I should be doing my homework, but I have plenty of time to blog right now because I cannot even access the site where all of my course information is being held.

For those of you who do not know what blackboard is let me explain. It is something that ASU (and many other universities and colleges) use to communicate with students. I have all of the classes that I am enrolled in on it, each with it's own page. On that page is the syllabus, list of assignments, rubrics, discussion boards to communicate with other students in the class, and places to submit your assignments.

Obviously this is something important that I need to access. Well this school year, they decided to "upgrade" the system. They have been having issues since the week before school started with this. It is constantly saying that blackboard is temporarily unavailable. So frustrating when you are trying to do homework! It has only worked a handful of times for me. Well I have an assignment due by midnight tonight for one of my classes. I also have lots of other stuff I need to be working on for other classes if I don't want to get behind. Well it is down. Again. They sent out an email earlier today saying they were sorry for all of the problems but it should be working agian soon. NOT. Just sending an email doe snot make it all better!

Get your act together blackboard! I have homework to do!

Saturday, August 21, 2010

A distant memory

Seeing you fills me with a mix of emotions. I am consumed with saddness. Saddness because of how close we used to be. How at one point, I called you on a daily basis, told you every detail of my life, you told me about yours, supported eachother in goals and life, laughed over the dumbest things. For six years I called you one of my closest friends. Now I see you across the room, we steal a glance, and then quickly look away, pretending as if all of those years of memories never really happened.
Do you know I am hurting? Do you care? Are you hurting too?

Things could never be the same. You betrayed me. You changed. You used me. You hurt me.

That does not mean that I do not miss the memeories. The fun that we had together. Too much of a history to just forget about. Sometimes I am so overwhelmed with the urge to call you. Tell you about something that happened in my life that at one point we would have laughed or freaked out over together. But I can't.

Friendship break ups are harder than relationships sometimes. Especially becuase they usually last longer and you have so much trust and time invested in them. We had more than just a friendship. We were involved in eachothers lives so much. Shared the same activities. I think I miss that the most about you. That passion we shared together. Something i can do with others, but it never really is the same. That was a huge part of my life, and now it is no longer.

It is hard to move on from a frienship. After you get over the initial hate and anger from what they did to you, you then remember the good times and the sadness hits. That is where I am now. I will move on eventually. But you will always be in my thoughts and memories.

I wish you well my old dear friend. I am walking away with a trail of tears in my tracks.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

First Day Jitters

Today marked my very first day in the Professional Teacher Program at ASU. I only had 2 of my 5 classes today, but I felt like enough happened that it was worth blogging about!

I have to wear this badge at all times. I'm pretty legit.
So my first class today was held at a middle school right behind Desert Vista High School. It was in a very drab room that looked like a science classroom. White walls. Creepy. No wonder I didn't like it... I am not a fan of science. The class was classroom assessment. Which is basically talking about test taking (another reason why I probably will not like this class). So earlier this week we got n email for the director of the program about what is expected of us while we attend these classes. A big part of this was the dresscode. It states, and I quote, "Women: Nice slacks, skirts or dresses (not sleeveless, no shoestring straps), no “flip-flops”, no casual sandals, no tennis/running shoes. No Jeans". Now, about half of the class was following this code. The other half looked like they just walked straight from their first day at ASU campus where they were finally allowed to wear what they want without their parents approval. The middle school boys sure did get a show... I was embarassed for them. I really hope that they felt the same way and improve next time. If I have to go out and buy new clothes for this and put time into looking professional, then they can easily do it as well. Come on people. So that 3 hour class was long. But I did meet a really hot teacher in the hallway... hopefully I will see him again soon! (Sorry, my teenage hormones have been raging recently)

So off to my next class. I have to drive to another location for it. I walk into this elementary school and into this classroom with a jolly old man greeting me. There are books, colors, pictures, and kid things everywhere. I continue to walk in and see that there are 5 tables, all with little kid chairs around them. You know, the ones that are for little people under 3feet tall. I then see that I will be sitting in those chairs during this class. Oh man. The class begins and I already love it. It is teaching language and arts (one of my favorite subjects!) and the teacher is hilarious! He is goofy, corny, a huge dork, and knows it! I can't wait for that class again.

I already have a list of homework that is due for next week and I am about to start it! I really want to stay caught up, if not ahead on all of my homework and projects for this semester. I am determined to get straight A's. I know that I am capable of doing it as long as I put forth the effort. I have no excuse because I will be working less and am doing something that I love.

I am such a dork, but I love school and am so excited! I will definitely have to blog about the next 3 classes. Two on Tuesday and one on Wednesday. I also find out my placement for my internship tomorrow at a meeting. Hopefully I get something good!

Off to do some homework :)

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

A week off work?

It has been a long summer! That is putting it in a nutshell for you! I have been working my butt off and not requested any significant time off. So I actually got some PTO and am taking a week off before school starts! It has been amazing so far. It has been so nice to relax and spend some times with friends that I haven't had a chance to see in a long time. Also, since I got my financial aide, I was able to have extra money to do some things that I have  been putting off for a very long time. Don't let people fool you, money does make things easier, and therefore happier. Haha. No really. Obviously there is more to happiness than money, but it definitely makes life easier and less stressful! Wish it was always like this! But I need to be good and save! I had my shopping spree with Beth on Saturday. I still have a few more errands to run, but it feels good to be so productive! I have been on the go since my vacation started! But it is a better on the go then just working, that is for sure!

Did I mention that I am getting a massage tomorrow? Because it will be phenomenal.

Honestly, I am really excited for school to be starting. I will be going and getting the books that I need for my classes tomorrow. Besides that, I am pretty much ready! I got some supplies today and already got new clothes. I am such a dork and put it all together tonight. I feel like I am still in elementary school! (I will be again soon!! yay!) I went today to go get another background check for my internship. I know that they don't want creeps in the schools, but seriously. So much!! But it was fun to go down to the district office. It made me feel so old! But excited to start my new career. Is it graduation yet? 21 more months to go for that... not like I am counting or anything... haha

I just finished watching Mr. Holland's Opus. What a fantastic movie. It makes me miss playing my flute a lot. I am also obsessed with the song Someone to Watch Over Me. Love Love Love. (Click on the song title to listen to it if you haven't heard it before.)

I feel like I should have a lot more to write about. But I can't think of anything really that significant to put in here. That may mean I am boring, but that isn't always a bad thing, trust me!

Well it is getting late and I would like to have another productive day tomorrow! Here's to the last 2 days of summer! :)

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

The Bachelor

I have a guilty pleasure: The Bachelor. I love it. I know that it is silly, but I get a joy out of finding out who will win and definitely seeing all of the hot men that are on it! Well last night was the season finale of the Bachelorette. My favorite, Chris, was let go before the end. I felt so sad for him! If I could pick a dream man, it would be him. I know that he will probably be the next Bachelor. Now, if I was about 50 pounds thinnner, and a lot richer, and done with my degree, I would totally apply for the show so I could compete with other women to win his heart. So I thought it would be fun to see exactly what you have to do to apply. It was more crazy than I actually thought!

They ask for your height, weight, hair color, eye color, age, passport, how much money you make a year, where you went to school, what degree you got, where did you grow up, any crimes, arrested, ever filed for bankruptcy, what kind of alcoholic beverages you drink, if you have been married, details about it, children, are you genuinely looking to get married, ideal mate in terms of physical attraction and personaility, how many relationships you have been in, how and why the ended, hobbies, unique talent you are most proud of, 3 adjectives that describe you, tattoos, accomplishment you are most proud of, why havent you found the man of your dreams, 15 pictures, close ups and full body, a video of yourself.

Dang!!!!


These are the eligibility requirements:

All applicants must sign statements acknowledging that they have read, understand and will comply with all of the following eligibility requirements ("Eligibility") of "The Bachelor" or “The Bachelorette” (collectively the "Program") in order to proceed with the application process:




1.Employees, officers, directors and agents of AND Syndicated Productions, Inc. ("Producer"), Next Entertainment, American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., and all other subsidiaries and divisions of The Walt Disney Company, Telepictures Productions, Inc., and all other subsidiaries and divisions of Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., Time Warner Inc., all Program advertising, promotional and judging agencies, Program broadcasters and distributors and all other companies associated with the production, administration and/or exhibition of the Program and/or any of their respective licensees, assigns, parents, affiliated and subsidiary companies, divisions, and joint ventures as well as (a) the immediate family (spouse, ex-spouse, mother, father, sister, brother, daughter or son, step-parents, step-children, step-siblings, regardless of where they live), and (b) members of the same households (whether related or not) of such employees, officers, directors and agents; are not eligible to be the Bachelor or any of the bachelorettes on "The Bachelor" or the Bachelorette or any of the bachelors on “The Bachelorette” to participate in this application process. In addition, any applicant closely acquainted with any person connected with the production or administration or exhibition of the Program is not eligible if, in Producer's sole discretion, the person's participation could create the appearance of impropriety.

2.Applicants may not presently be a candidate for any type of political office ("Candidate") and may not become a Candidate from the time the application is submitted until one (1) year after first broadcast of the last episode of the Program in which they appear.

3.All applicants must be United States citizens or resident aliens living in the United States or foreign citizens who can travel without restrictions to and from the United States.

4.All applicants must have a passport valid for one (1) year following the submission of the application and must be able to obtain any visas and/or documentation required to: a) travel without restrictions to and from the United States and b) travel without restrictions to and within the European Union.

5.All applicants must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of application.

6.All applicants must be single. To qualify as "single" the applicant must not currently be involved in a committed intimate relationship, which includes: any marital relationship (whether or not the parties are separated or currently in the process of divorcing or annulling such marriage); any co-habitation relationship involving physical intimacy; or a monogamous dating relationship more than two (2) months in duration.

7.Applicants must never have been convicted of a felony. Applicants must never have been convicted of a misdemeanor or ever had a restraining order entered against them, either of which were based in whole or in part on the commission of one or more acts involving moral turpitude or violence, as defined by the Producer in its sole discretion.

8.All applicants understand and acknowledge that participation in the Program, including, without limitation, the activities and events arranged by the Program coordinator, may expose applicant and other participants to the risk of death, serious injury, illness or disease and/or property damage. Applicants must be willing and able to participate in physical activities such as: skydiving, snow skiing, ice skating, parasailing, water skiing, rollerblading, and the like. Applicants must sign a release attesting to the fact that the applicant understands and knowingly and willingly agrees to assume such risks. Applicants understand that by submitting this participant application (the "Participant Application"), applicants acknowledge that they accept and assume all risks known or unknown of any nature (including, without limitation, the foregoing) that may arise in any way from or relate to applicant's participation in the selection process for and/or participation in the Program.

9.Each applicant acknowledges, understands and agrees that Producer may disclose any information contained within or derived from his or her application to third persons connected with the Program and to compile information from third parties in connection with such application and the application process about applicant's private, personal and public life, personal relationships with third persons, confidences and secrets with family, friends, significant others, including without limitation: physical appearance; personal characteristics/habits (both physical and mental); medical treatment/history (both physical and mental); sexual history; educational and employment history; military history; criminal investigations, charges and records; personal views and opinions about life, the world, politics, religion, and the like (collectively, "Personal Information"). Applicant acknowledges and agrees that Producer may reveal such Personal Information to third parties in the course of the application process and/or the Program and that Applicant releases, discharges, and holds harmless Companies (as defined below) from any and all claims and damages arising from such compilation or disclosure of Personal Information.

10.Each applicant acknowledges, understands and agrees that he or she, if chosen as a bachelor or bachelorette on the Program, may be audio and/or video taped twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week while participating in the Program by means of open and hidden cameras, whether or not he or she is then aware that he or she is being videotaped or recorded (collectively, "Recordings") and that such Recordings may be disseminated on television and/or all media now known or hereafter devised, in any and all manner throughout the Universe in perpetuity.

11.Applicants acknowledge, understand, and agree that Companies (as defined below) use or revelation of Personal Information and Recordings as defined in these Eligibility Requirements may be embarrassing, unfavorable, humiliating, and/or derogatory and/or may portray him or her in a false light. Each applicant agrees to release, discharge and hold harmless the Companies from any and all claims (including, without limitation, claims for slander, libel, defamation, violation of rights of privacy, publicity, personality, and/or civil rights, depiction in a false light, intentional or negligent infliction of emotional distress, copyright infringement, and/or any other tort and/or damages arising from or in any way relating to the submission of a Participant Application, participation in the selection process, participation in the Program, the use of the Personal Information or Recordings and/or the use of the applicant's name, voice, and/or likeness in connection with the Program, or the promotion thereof in all media now known or hereafter devised. Applicants are required to sign Releases to this effect. "Companies" as used herein shall collectively mean AND Syndicated Productions, Inc., Next Entertainment, American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., all other subsidiaries and divisions of The Walt Disney Company, Telepictures Productions, Inc., all other subsidiaries and divisions of Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., Time Warner Inc., all advertising, promotional and judging agencies, Program broadcaster and distributors and all other companies associated with the production, administration and/or exhibition of the Program and/or any of their respective licensees, assigns, parents, affiliated and subsidiary companies, divisions and joint venture partners, and each of their respective employees, officers, directors and agents.

12.Each applicant acknowledges and agrees that he or she is not and will under no circumstances as a result of the submission of a Participant Application, participation in the selection process, participation in the Program, the use of the Personal Information or Recordings and/or the use of the applicant's name, voice, and/or likeness in connection with the Program, the promotion thereof in all media now known or hereafter devised or for any other reason in connection with his or her application and/or participation in the Program, become an employee or an independent contractor of the Producer and/or Companies and will not make any claims against Producer and/or Companies, including, without limitation, claims for compensation, derived from any allegation of status as an employee. Each applicant acknowledges and agrees that his or her relationship to Producer and/or Companies is and shall be limited solely to that of a grantor of rights.

13.Any applicant who has appeared on any primetime television reality show such as, without limitation, "Survivor," "Big Brother," " The Apprentice," "Elimidate," "Amazing Race," "American Idol," "Extreme Makeover," "America’s Next Top Model," “Rock of Love,” “The Real World,” “Make Me a Supermodel” etc. . . or is involved in the current production of any such television show must disclose such information in his or her application and may, at Producer's sole discretion, be deemed ineligible to participate in the Program. If any applicant is currently being considered as a contestant and/or participant in a primetime television reality/game show, he/she must withdraw his/her application from such competing show upon Producer's request.

14.All applicants must authorize Producer to conduct a background check, which may include, without limitation, a credit check, a military records check, a criminal arrest and/or conviction check, a civil litigation check, a family court litigation check, interviews with employers, neighbors, teachers, etc. All applicants must sign the attached Authorization to Release Personal and Confidential Records and Information.

15.All applicants who are selected as Semi-Finalists to be on “The Bachelor” or “The Bachelorette” must be available to travel to Los Angeles for further interviews. (Location and date to be determined and are subject to change in Producer's sole discretion).

16.All applicants who are selected as Semi-Finalists must complete and timely return the "Semi-Finalist Package," which may include, among other documents: a Medical History Form and Authorization (which form should be completed by Applicant and his or her own physician at Semi-Finalist's own expense); General Release and Indemnity Agreement; Confidentiality Agreement; and Background Check Authorization Form (all forms will be furnished to the Semi-Finalists). In the Authorization, General Release and Indemnity Agreement, the Semi-Finalist agrees to assume the risk of any and all injury, illness, damage, loss, or harm to Semi-Finalist's person or property of any kind, howsoever caused, arising from or relating to the submission of a Participant Application, the selection of Semi-Finalist, the Bachelors’ and/or Bachelorettes' participation in the Program, and/or the production and/or exploitation of the Program.

17.All applicants who are selected as Semi-Finalists and to travel to Los Angeles may be required to undergo physical and psychological examinations and testing (to be conducted in Los Angeles by qualified personnel selected by the Producer) and meet all physical and psychological requirements, as set by Producer in its sole discretion.

18.Semi-Finalists shall treat all information and materials received or acquired about Producer, Companies, the selection process and/or the Program, as strictly confidential and shall not disclose or otherwise disseminate any such information to any third party. Semi-Finalists must sign a Confidentiality Agreement in the form presented by Producer.

19.Upon Producer's request, all Semi-Finalists, Finalists, the Bachelor(s) and/or Bachelorette(s) must agree to sign any additional releases or authorizations that Producer, in its sole discretion, deems necessary.

20.Bachelor(s) and Bachelorette(s) must be available to travel and participate in "The Bachelor" or “The Bachelorette” for selected days over a six (6) month period for one (1) year following the submission of the application, and to participate in taping additional Program materials and in promotional activities for the Program for selected days thereafter upon Producer's request. (Dates and/or location to be determined and subject to change in Producer's sole discretion).

21.Bachelor(s) and Bachelorette(s) must agree to live, participate and cooperate with the other individuals and the Producer during the taping of the Program. Bachelor(s) and Bachelorette(s) must be able to travel for long periods of time, must be adaptable to various living situations, and must enjoy participating and living in close proximity with others of varied background and experience.

22.The Bachelor(s) and The Bachelorette(s) must report and be available to participate in the Program at all times and places as Producer shall designate.

23.Applicants understand and agree that the Eligibility Requirements may be changed, modified, or amended by Producer in its sole discretion from time to time.
 
 
 
Basically this is insane. So Hopefully I can just find a guy as amazing and hot as Chris in real life! I don't want to sign away my life and all of this just to do that! I hope it is easier than that!

Sunday, August 1, 2010

Time sure does fly!

Wow! It is August! Hard to believe. The summer is mostly over. I am sad in some ways because I will be so busy with both school and work. But I am mostly excited because I am ready for school and to finish my degree! Plus I will only be working 4 days a week now! yay! It will be the first time I will be able to do that in years. Hopefully this semester will go a little easier for me this way. I will be able to focus more on school.

My little brother turned 21 Thursday. Wow! It is insane he is that old! That makes me even older! ha! I took him out to Mill Ave for his birthday. I felt bad because most of his friends are not old enough to go yet and I wanted him to have a good time. So I offered to be the DD. Let me tell you... I think I am getting too old to go out like that anymore! The next day I was so tired. So instead of having a crazy night, I went over to Beth's house for a chill night in. We played with her daughter (<3), and then went out to eat dinner. And then we went to the store and bought all of the ingredients for homemade apple empanadas! I had to make them for a pot luck at work. Such a fun night! Baking is way more fun when you are doing it with your best friend! And they turned out fabulous! Everyone at work absolutely loved them! They said it was the highlight of the entire meal and all wanted more! Maybe I should cook and bake more often.. I would really like to. It is just that I dont have a lot of time and my kitchen so sooooo tiny. No really haha.

I feel like I am really boring with nothing that new or entertaining to write in here recently besides this. I feel sometimes like this blog should mean something. Have a theme like Julie and Julia. But then I remember, this is just me. Kinda boring with little bursts of excietment and cheesy randomness!

So since this blog is about how much time flies.. I found an old "survey" that I filled out a few years ago (June 1, 2005 and December 27, 2005) and then . I am going to put my answers from that an then my new ones in bold! Should be slightly entertaining!

June 1, 2005

Current mood: bored Tired

~RELATIONSHIPS~

Do you have a boyfriend/girlfriend? no  Still nope

If so, are you in love with them? -

Do they love you? -

How long have you been together? -

Most romantic thing theyve ever done for you?

Do you have a crush? not really anyone in particular Surprisingly no. I am not interested in anyone right now

If so, are you in love?

Do they know you like them?

Is it serious or playful?

How long have you liked them?

Ever done something stupid to impress them?

Have you ever experienced unrequited love? no Not sure about unrequited...

~Sex~

Ever had sex? no  Yes I have

believe that a person shouldnt have sex before marriage? i believe people should wait until they think they are ready. i think that love should be involved  I still agree with this statement. It would be hard for me to be married to someone without ever having experienced that.

Believe in casual sex? haha if you want it  Definitely not for me.

When do you plan/when did you lose your virginity? i don't really have a plan on when i am going to do it. when it happens it happens  I lost my virginity when I was 20 years old with Trevor.


Did you regret it? Not at all. I was very much in love with him at the time and ready for that.





~Religion~

Do you have a religion? christian  I am Christian.

Do you practice it i.e go to church? when i don't have work. i plan on going more this summer. i miss playing in the praise team  I am ashamed to say that I have not gone in a long time. I am looking at getting back into it though. Just not in the same church.

Do you believe in God? yeah  Yes i do

Jesus? yeah  Yes

Satan? yeah  I believe he exists. I don't believe "in" him

Heaven? yeah Yes

Hell? yeah Yes

If you died tomorrow what do you beleive will happen to you? i hope i would go to heaven I pray that I will go to Heaven. Hopefully be able to see my Mom.

Does death scare you? yes  To an extent.. yes.

~Morals~

Have you ever been drunk? yes Yes

taken drugs? no No

stolen? no  No

shoplifted? no, isn't that the same thing as stealing?  No

tried to commit suicide? no  Definitely not

Lied to a boyfriend or girlfriend? yes, not about anything big though Umm nothing big that I can remember. I am big about honesty in a relationship.

gotten into a fight? not a physical fight Nope

are you more innocent or guilty? innocent  Probably depends on what we are talking about haha

Would you date a drug addict? no No

have you ever had to look after someone who was a drug addict? no No

Are you racist? no  Definitely not. I am embarassed for the people that are.

Are you discriminatory to anyone? i try not to be  I believe that everyone is at some point or to someone. Even if it is not on purpose. It is just noticing things. I try to be aware of this.

Have you been a hypocrite in the past? i really hope not, because i hate those kind of people  I am sure at some points I have been. But I try hard not to


~Media~

Do you watch tons of tv? no i am too busy  Gotta love DVR

How many times have you been to the movies in the past 6 months? well lets see........i am there pretty much everyday  Dangg... I am embarassed to say this is STILL the case haha

Do you listen to the radio often? only in the car  In my car. Or on Pandora radio on my phone

Do you read the newspaper? not usually  Not often. I don't get it delivered.

Do you read magazines? sometimes  usually only the ones I get in the mail

Are you a couch potato? no, it would be nice to sit around and do nothing more though  I wish sometimes!

Do you use the internet too much? well when i am bored yes  It is essential to my life. It is my lifeline to so many things


~Music~

Whats your fave style of music? i like all kinds of music I still like lots of music. I like trendy things haha

Do you play an instrument? yes. flute, piccolo, trombone  I can sitll play all of those instruments. just need to play them more often!

Do you sing? not well. Still not well

Whats your fave band? oh wow i don't know  Hmm.. I don't think I could choose

Why?

Have you met them before?



Name 3 cds that youve bought in that last year.i haven't bought a cd in a long time. i just burn them I haven't bought a cd since then haha

Why did you buy them? well i buy them because i like them  Just download music


~Sport~

Whats your fave sport? baseball and softball Same

Whats your fave sport to watch? baseball Same. I also enjoy football

Do you have a fave team of any sort? i love my diamondbacks I love the cubs. I wish the dbacks didnt suck..

Do you play a lot of sports? i play softball and golf  Not anymore sadly

ever won anything for sport? yes  Yes


~perosnality~

Are you funny or serious? both  Depends on  my mood. Wish I was more funny than so serious

Creative or not? creative Working on my creativity. Gotta be to be a teacher!

Logical thinker or lateral thinker? it depends  Logical

Are you outgoing or shy? outgoing  Outgoing

Are you lazy or active? active  Active.

Have you ever been hyperactive? haha yes  Used to be. Not anymore

Are you a naturally hyperactive person? not really  No


~Looks~

Are you happy with the way you look? ehh at times  Not really

What would you change? my weight  Same

Do you wear makeup regularly? yes  Yes

Do you have a large wardrobe? ehh its ok  Yes. But I can never find anything to wear!


~Money~

Do you have a job? yes Yes

Do you like it? suprisingly yes  It has its moments

Are you a saver or a spender? spender  Spender. Only because I never have enough money ever to save after bills are done

Do you work hard or slack off? depends  Work hard

Have you ever been fired? no  No

In trouble at work? no  Always

Made a major mistake? yes, i made a print squishy, haha  Haha what a funny memory! I have made a ton of mistakes.

Ever had money stolen from you? yes!!! lots of money, my sterio out of my car, ect  Yes.

Are you always broke? ehh sometimes  Sometimes.


~embarassing moments~

Your all time most embarassing moment? umm my pants came off at sunsplash  That was a pretty bad one!

Ever snorted drink out your nose? no  Eww no

Ever giggled like an idiot? all the time  I have definitely done this

Ever embarassed yourself and pretended nothing happened? yes, that is what i always do  Of course! Gotta brush it off

Ever tripped in front of someone you liked? haha yes, and much more embarassing things  Of course

Ever said soemthing really stupid? all the time  Who hasn't

Ever snorted while laughing? yes Yes, I tend to do that often lol

Ever fallen off a bed? yes and it hurts! Not in a long long time

Ever sleepwalked? yes  Only once when I was a little girl

Ever sleeptalked? yes  Yes


~Memories~

Whats your best memory? marching in the macys day pararde  That is a good one. Also dancing on DWTS tour.

Worst? ehh a few  Oh man

Whats the wierdest memory you have? o wow, i have no idea  Haha too many to name! i always remeber weird little moments

Do you have a good memory? yes, i have lots  Of course

Whats the coolest holiday you remember having? well i always like christmas  Christmas of course


~Thoughts~

Ever had funny thoughts and laughed and no one understood you? hahahaha all the time Haha yes

Whats the first thought that comes to your head when you hear these names?

Melissa - i know lots of those  Caves!

Bob - billy bob My grandpa

Vanessa - carlton Bitch

Alyssa - not sure 2 girls at work

Jess - a characher in a book a read a bit ago  no idea

Brian - my brothers friend that is over Nothing in particular

Charlie - and the chocolate factory   The dad from Twilight!

Olivia - newton john Same

Drew - carey  Same

Lily - flower The girl from Hannah Montana! haha

Anita - 101 dalmations Sure



Whats the first thoughts that come to your head while hearing these words?



cheese - ew  Poop

rubber - condoms  Haha

clothes - i love them  Shopping!

big - oh baby  boy

dress - prom  Dancing
jacket - haha i only have one  Never need one

polyester - gross  70s

kite - i used to do that as a kid  Fly

washing - i need a shower  Machine that I wish my apartment had




December 27, 2005

Time started:

11:47pm  209am



First Name:

Ashley  Obviously the same


Single or Taken:

Single, not sure if i like it or not Single

Sex:

female Same bahaha



Birthday:

12/17/86



Siblings:

Mark and Michael  Same



Eye color:

Hazel



Shoe size:

9  8! haha



height:

5'6"



What are you wearing right now:

pj bottoms and a t shirt  A black tank top and yoga capris



Righty or lefty:

Righty



Can you make a dollar in change right now:

and then some  Dont think so



who are your closest friends?

Amy, Katie, Beth, Linzie  Beth is my best friend. Close friends: Amy, Daryl, Katie, Linzie, Amanda, Katrina



Do you have a BF or GF?

again..referring back to that single question  Nope



Best place to go for a date:

a baseball game and then dinner or something  Depends on the date. Dinner and a movie is always a sure thing

Favorites...
Favorite kind of pants:

jeans  Jeans


color(s):

PINK all the way!  Pink


Number(s):

17 17


Animal:

dogs and cats Same


Drink:

dr pepper  Cherry Coke Zero... Amazing!


Sport(s):

baseball and softball  Same



Fast-Food Place:

taco bell  Does Chipotle count as fast food?



Month:

december  December



Movie:

a league of their own  I have soo many that I love...


Juice:

orange  Orange



Favorite cartoon character(s):

the simpsons  Butters!


Have you ever...

Given anyone a bath:

yes  Yes


Bungeed:

oh gosh no!  Definitely not!


Made yourself throw-up:

eww no...  Gross


Gone Skinnyy dipping:

haha yes  Not since I did this last survey! haha


Eaten a hot dog:

yes but i dont really like them  Yes



Put your tongue on a frozen pole:

Nah  Nope



Loved someone so much it made you cry?

well not because i loved them  Yes



Broken a bone:

nope *knock on wood  Still nope



played truth or dare?

haha yes we used to play it all the time  Not in years



Been in a police car:

yes  Not for anything bad



Been on a plane:

yes  Yes



been in a sauna:

yes  Yes. I was in one recently



been in a hot tub:

yes! i love them  Love them



swam in the ocean:

yes  Nothing too deep haha



Fallen asleep in school:

haha yes  Who hasnt



Ran away?

sorta ran away to katies for the weekend  No need to



Broken someone's heart:

probably  i hope not. It is not a good feeling



Cried when someone died:

yup  Yes...



Cried in school:

yes  Yes



Fallen off your chair:

haha yes  I actually just did recently



Saved e-mails:

yes  Of course



Fallen for one of your best friends?:

haha yes the patrick days  They always turn out gay



made out with just a friend:

for sure  Yes



Used someone:

no  Not on purpose



Been cheated on?:

not that i know of  Yes :(



What is...



Your good luck charm?

haha my magic bunny!  Don't really have one



Best song you ever heard:

not sure i could think of the best  I know it is cheesy.. but Wind Beneath my Wings



Stupidest thing you have ever done:

uhhh too many  Wow..



What's your room like:

at home it is ok...a bed, 2 dressers, a night stand, my tv, a poster, some pictures up, a closet, kinda messy. at asu, very pink, small, but cozy  Very plain. My bed, a night stand, a big closet, a dresser.



Last thing you said:

nope  Goodnight



What is beside you:

the remote to the tv, my phone and a blanket  My phone



Last thing you ate:

a chocolate kiss  a Redvine



What kind of shampoo do you use?:

tresssemme  Pantenee



Best thing that has happened to you this year:

going to college probably  Getting good grades. Dance trip to Chicago

Have you had...
Chicken pox:

nope  Nope.. scary



Stitches:

nope Nope



Staples:

nope  Eww



Broken nose:

nope  No



Do You...



Believe in love at first sight:

haha i like to believe  Lust at first sight



Like picnics:

of course!  Not in this heat


Like school:

at times  Mostly



Would you/what is...



Eat a live hamster for $1,000,000. dollars?

ewwww no sorry fear factor not me!  No way



If you were stuck on an island, what people would you

want with you?

at least one hot boy so we could reproduce and make cute babies! Haha I was funny! Umm a working phone with a signal



Who was the last person that called you:

cory Mark



What makes you laugh the most?

haha i laugh a lot  My friends



Who is the last person...



You yelled at:

my mom Wow... this answer makes me soo sad... :(



Who told you they loved you:

felecia D! Jeannie at work



Who is your loudest friend?:

oh wow probably ryan  Oh no idea



That came over:

katie  Probably Katrina



Do you/Are You...



Do you like filling these out:

haha of course  Havent done this in forever!



Do you wear glasses or contacts:

both...contacts during the day, glasses at night  Both. Usually contacts



Do you like yourself?

ehh sometimes  Mostly



Do you get along with your family:

its getting better Yes



Stolen anything over $50:

No  No



Obsessive?:

i can be  I try not to be



Compulsive?:

about some things  Not usually



Anorexic?:

no  Haha have you seen how fat I am?



Suicidal?:

nope  No



Love Life



Do you have a crush?

Yes  Nope



If so, do they know?

nope



Have you truly told them how you feel, face to face?

yes but they think im joking 



Are you in love?

nope  No..



This or That...



Skiing or Boarding:

i have never done either!  I still need to do this!



fall or winter:

Winter Fall



Silver or Gold:

white gold  White gold



Diamond or pearls:

Diamonds but pearls are nice too  Both. I really want a pearl neckace



Sunset or Sunrise:

sunset only because i never am awake for sunrise, lol  Both are beautiful



Sprite or 7up?:

sprite Sprite



Orange juice or apple juice:

OJ!  Orange



Cats or dogs:

both  Both



Coffee or tea:

tea. I like both



Phone or in person:

Person Person



youngest or oldest:



well i am the oldest  Oldest



Indoor or outdoor:

depends  I like both



Final questions...



How many people are you sending this to:

whoever reads it  My blog



What are you listening to right now?:

nick at nite! The Rocky Horror Picture Show... weirder than I remember



What did you do yesterday:

woke up went to work, got slammed, it sucked a lot, came home and slept.   Worked, Date night with Beth!



Where do you want to get married?:

at the botanical gardens  Haha no idea yet



If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be?

oh wow a lot  Not procrastinate



Are you a good driver?

for the most part  I am such a grandma



Are you a good singer:

hahahaha  Nope



What do you dream about:

random stuff  Dont usually remember it



End Time:

12:06am  231am