Hey there folks! It's the day after Christmas. That was fast. Hmm.
So, I'm headed out to school next week. Yeah, I keep bringing that up, I guess I'm just trying to get myself ready for it or something. Who knows.
OH! Just so everyone knows, I'll be getting a new cell number soon, cause my phone won't work in TN, the roaming charges will kill me. Once I get the new phone and number, I'll let you all know what it is. Not on here though. lol
So, yeah, just being kinda bored. I'm sure there's something I should be doing, but right now, I dont want to do it. I'd be happy to just go to bed.... mmmm, bed....... Don't know why I'm so sleepy. Oh well.
The pic I added here is of two of my favorite people. Jordan and Sammy last weekend. They adore each other, it is SO cute!!
Well, that's all. I'm gonna head out for now. Will post again later!
Hugs!
Christmas has come, and not quite gone yet. I hope you all had a wonderful day filled with happiness and family and fun! If anyone would like to see how my holidays have been so far, there's some pics up! The link is : HERE!
Anyways, time for me to go. Much love to all!
Ok, yeah, it's been a while since I last wrote. Sorry! I spent a week at Jordan's. It wasn't supposed to be a week... was supposed to be home on Wednesday.... but it didnt work out that way for a few reasons. lol (wink to Jordan)
Life has been busy. I'm not even packed for school yet. I leave in a week and a half! I'm so excited! Sadly, Jordan won't be driving down with us, he'll be leaving later. But it's ok. Today was my last week in church. I will be in Maine next weekend. And then I go!
Next weekend is New Years AND 5 months! Yippie! I'm wicked excited about that too. Jordan is coming with me and my family to Maine to meet all my crazy relatives. From there we are heading to Boston for New Years. Yes, I'll be bringing my camera. Yes, there will be pictures. Yes, my Aunts will be fawning over Jordan... heehee
On a sad note, on the way home from church today, on the side of the road, was a heartbreaking sight. There, pushed over the white line by hundreds of passing cars, the poor thing sat. It had been in the prime of it's life! Seeing it brought tears to my eyes. Yes, on the side of the road, splattered and left to die, was a box of icecream. A moment of silence, please...
Ok, yeah, thats all! I've been gone all week, so now I'm gonna go spend the rest of Christmas Eve with my family. Much love to all, and Merry Christmas!!
*hugs*
Hello my friends!! The holidays are upon us, and they are cold, wet, and white. Yup. SNOW! I'm not big on the cold. But I like having a white Christmas, so it's ok.
Today was my last day at work. I'm SO gonna miss those dogs!!! SO MUCH. Not even all of them were there this week. I only had to take care of 8 dogs. The rest went up north with my boss. The older dogs, and the obnoxious Downey, are all I had to take care of. I miss my Kipp, and my puppies, and my Hawkeye and Pilot, and my Rocky! And all the rest! (dont miss Seavey much though.) Yeah.... my puppies....
My last class was Thursday. I'd hardly call it a class though. We ate pizza and talked the whole time. But it was fun. Hard to believe I was in that class for 15 weeks! My last paper that I had to turn in, and got back last night, was a big hit. I did a research paper on the history of Crayola Crayons! Who knew that the creaters of crayons also were instrumental in the BLACK color of our tires? They were originally white! ha! There's a ton of other cool stuff about the makers of Crayola Crayons. Check it out sometime, or let me know, and I'll send you my paper. heehee (NOT a plug, honest!)
So yeah, it's pretty cold right now. We got some more snow today. It's not bad.
Oh! Major good news! My parents have to pay about $1200 towards school. But it's a monthly payment that they are used to making, so it's ok. Other then that, I only have to come up with $77.00!! Everything else is covered!! WAHOO!!!
Oh, and I'm back in the dorm again. If I stayed with our friends, the school wouldn't give me any more money, but if I stayed in the dorm, they would give me $3000. So yeah, that kinda made the decision for me. haha! I've got 2 and a half weeks left, and then we go! YAY!!! I'm so excited! But keep praying for me, please! I need it!
My Jordan is home! He drove all night Wednesday night, and got home around 6 Thursday morning. But he's home, he's safe, and he's coming to see me tomorrow!! Ahhh, I love him SO MUCH. He's incredibly wonderful. (DON'T SAY IT, JORDAN!)
Yep, that's the fun going on in my life lately. I'll try to post more often, but who knows how busy I'm going to be.
Love and hugs (and kisses to Jordan)!
It's snow! Yes, it started this morning, and it snowed HEAVY. We've got close to a foot now, if not more. About 2 inches an hour!! Crazy stuff. I guess it's that time of year though... Hmm...
Hey! I have news about school! I just got $2000+ knocked off my bill for this semester! Family friends of my parents work at Southern, and not only are they doing whatever they can to find me scholarships and other monies, but they have also offered to have me live with them so I dont have to pay for the dorm!!! Yippie!!! God is good!!!
So yeah, all in all, I'm pretty happy right now. :)
And now the sun is coming out, and it looks so pretty outside! I think I must go take a picture!
hugs
See the glow? Right there, on the horizon. That's Concord, NH. We have officially been lit up for Christmas.
I drove home the back way tonight, to avoid shopping traffic, and there were so many lights on the side of the road, I could have turned my headlights off and still been able to see the road clearly!!
White lights are IN! Apparently. Which is OK, cause I love white lights. But they are EVERYWHERE! There are these funky white light coils out now. Ya stick the stick at one end in the ground, and stretch it out, and stick the stick at the other end in the ground, and it looks like friendly barbed wire!! Ha!
There are also twisty white "trees," and fake trees that are really just all lights, and fiber-optic trees, even!!! Lights are out!! Well, not really.
The funniest things I've been seeing are inflatable "things." A couple weeks ago, I saw an inflatable turkey. I've seen an inflatable football player. Now, I'm seeing inflatable christmas-y things! I saw two inflatable snowmen tonight. One was standing tall and proud, watching over the elves and gnomes accompanying him in the yard. The other was standing further back, humble, and actually bowed over. It looked like he was tipping his hat to me! I liked that one better.
And then I saw it. I dont know why it was there. I dont know where it came from. I saw... an inflatable spongebob squarepants, with a big black belt and a santa hat, climbing out of an inflatable chimney. Why? I don't know.
So yes, the glow on the horizon is Concord. White lights, colored lights, big lights, sheets of lights, snowmen, trees, santas, and candles in every window. Electric bills will be high by mid-January!
I'm trying to get into the spirit of things, trying to listen to Christmas music more, trying to think about shopping for family... But I've got so much other stuff on my mind at the same time, it's been really hard to think about the season. I'll probably be ready for Christmas by January... maybe February...
Pray for money for college! That's all that could stand in my way right now. We're working towards getting the money we need, but it's a long and stressful process. So please keep me in your prayers!
Hugs to everyone!
Real Name: Ashley
Nicknames that have been made up for you or you've been called: Ashy, Fish, Red Hot, Babe
Gender: all girl
Birthplace: Concord, NH
Birthdate: 2-3-86
Currently live in: NH
Currently live with: Family
Have any brothers, sisters: brother, 3 sisters
Eye color: blue
Height: 5'6"
Contacts/glasses: glasses
Hobbies: reading, writing, talking/singing, that about sums it up.
Do you play any sports?: I can thumb wrestle...
Piercings: nope
Tattoos: nope
:School:
School name: soon to be Southern Adventist University, OH YEAH
Colors: dunno
Favorite Subject: english
Least favorite subject: math, but apparently I'm good at it.
Have you ever failed a class?: not yet, but give me time
If so what?: n/a
Favorite teacher?: haha me!
Least favorite teacher?: ditto!
If you could have any teacher fired who would it be?: n/a
If you were a teacher what subject would you teach?: PARENTING! lol nah, probably english of some sort
Are you going to college?: Oh yeah, and SOON!
If so, what one?: see above
Whats their mascot?: duuuuuno
What do you plan to major in?: photojournalism, or something close to it
What do you want your career to be?: freelance something
Favorites:
Color: green, blue, black
Type of music: christian, country
Group(s): casting crowns, rascal flatts, barlow girl, lonestar... could go on and on and on
CD: at the moment, Lifesong ~ Casting Crowns. but it changes weekly
Video: uhhh dunno.
Vacation Spot: any beach
Place to hang out: starbucks, downtown concord (main st.), and anywhere my friends are
Holiday: thanksgiving
Season: fall
Day of the week: NOT Monday
Sport: not big into sports
Sport to watch: ditto
Family member: I will not play favorites... but Sammy's pretty cute... most of the time.
Store: target!
Hair style (for guys): short, whatever looks good on the guy
Hair style (for girls): whatever
Website: MINE! ha
Country: Scotland, and I'll go there someday too.
Smell: fresh brewed coffee
Food: I dunno... something yummy
Kind of book: sweet romances probably.
Planet: Mars, the guys from there are pretty cute. ;-)
Sandwich: hot turkey with mayo on toast. great way to take care of T-day leftovers
Favorite joke: I tell jokes badly.
Poem: dunno
Color of clothing: black goes with everything.... or earth tones.
Word: inimitable
Animal: my huskies! (gonna miss them!)
Pet: used to be a cat... but I think I'm turning into a dog person.
Radio Station: WOKQ 97.5 COUNTRY BABY!
Television station: hallmark
Electrically powered device: my phone!
Quote: cant pick just one...
Quote about love: "I love you with all my heart and kidneys!"
Thing to do on a hot day: beach, just enjoying the warm
On a cold day: sleep in my warm bed, or find a fireplace, or cuddle with my hunny
On a rainy day: warm or cold rain?
Number: 2
Color of m&m: green
Type of tree: birch
Disney movie: beauty and the beast
Street name: umm... mutton rd?
Soda: dr. pepper or coke or sprite or fresca...
Magazine: dont read them often
Cologne: whatever it is that Jordan wears...how do you spell that one?
Perfume: mine. lol
Coin: quarters
Football team: uh... patriots? dont watch much football
Gum: trident cinnamon currently
Jolly Rancher: watermelon
Weather: sunny and warm or warm and kinda rainy
Vegetable: tomato?
Shape: a circle.. like a ring.... ;-)
Actor: Johnny Depp
Actress: Anne Hathaway probably
Computer game: solitaire
Ice-cream flavor: that vienna mocha chunk we had recently was pretty good
Board game: monopoly or clue
Cereal: yummy Fruit Harvest
Island: umm... dunno
Athlete: hmm
Language: english, but I love listening to french
:Relationships:
Are you going out with anyone?: yes I am!
If so who?: Jordan Wagner
How long: just over 4 months
Do you have a crush: you could say that
If so, who: my hunny
How long have you liked them: long enough. ;-)
Who was your first boyfriend/girlfriend: Mike
Who was your first kiss: Mike
Have you ever been dumped: no
Have you ever dumped: yes, twice
Do you want to get married: yes, definatly
If so, what age: let's see.. *counts* 21 isnt too bad
If everyone was single and everyone eligible who would you go out with?: Jordan, no one else could measure up.
+light or shadow? light
+christmas eve or new years eve? hmmm new years
+mosh pit or orchestra pit? orchestra
+ideas or emotion? emotion
+ferris wheel or haunted house? ferris wheel
+belly dancing or kick boxing? kickboxing
+pierced nose or pierced tongue? no thanks
+camp counselors or lifeguard? lifeguard ;-)
+glasses or contacts? glasses
+tortoise or hare? tortoises are COOL
+palm trees or evergreens? palm trees
+asparagus or broccoli? asparagus
+moonlight or sunlight? yes
+destiny or chance? destiny
+smile or eyes? smiling eyes
+popularity or kindness? kindness
+passion or compassion? compassion
+party animal or teddy bear? even mix
+horse and carriage or private jet? horse and carraige
+friday or saturday night? saturday night
+musician or rocket scientist? musician
+dancing in the street or singing in the rain? dancing in the rain. lol
+acoustic or electronic? acoustic
+barney or big bird? big bird
+blonde or brunette? brunette
+your best friend's current girlfriend/boyfriend or last one? well, at the moment, Jordan's my best friend, so I think I'll say current.
+poems or paintings? poems
+old movies or music videos? old movies
+freedom or money? freedom
+smell or taste? taste
+flubber or fluff? fluff
+instant messenger or telephone? both
+superheroes or supervillans? heros!
+your temper or a supernova? arent they the same? lol
+feet on the ground or head in the clouds? well grounded, but within reach of the clouds
+boxing or ballet? ballet
+snakes or snails? snails
+your crush or brad pitt? my crush
+stripes or polka dots? stripes
+funk or folk? folk
+guinea pigs or ferrets? hampsters!
+dictionary or encyclopedia? dictionary
+curly or staight? yes
+elbows or knees? knees, cause I can sit on 'em.
+shy or assertive? assertive
+tropical island or big city? island paradise!
+multiplication or division? multiplication
+basketball or bowling? bowling
+numbers or letters? letters
+laughter or tears? laughter
+sugar or spice? both please
+innie or outtie? uhh, either?
+fred flintstone or barney rubble? Barney Rubble, he didnt yell as much
+a single rose or a dozen? either or
+geek or freak? geek
+chat room or face to face? face to face
+girls or boys? I'd have to say boys.
+fish or fowl? to eat? fish, cause I dont get it often
+class clown or class flirt? I'd probably be the flirt
+rugrats or little rascals? little rascals!
+surfers or psychics? surfers
+denim or silk? I live in denim
+desert island or penthouse apartment? does the penthouse have a hottub?
+wild or wise? both
+candlelight dinner or afternoon picnic? both
+convertible or motorcycle? motorcycle
+bacon bits or croutons? croutons (just dont stab them)
+peacock or parrot? peacock
+first kiss or the flirting that leads up 2 it? oh, both, definatly. heehee
+campfire or fireplace? campfire
+lemony fresh or chocolaty delicious? chocolatey delicious
...For thinking about all our blessings. I got the following post through my email a few days ago. Check it out, and think about it. :-)
I am Thankful...
FOR THE WIFE
WHO SAYS IT'S HOT DOGS TONIGHT,
BECAUSE SHE IS HOME WITH ME,
AND NOT OUT WITH SOMEONE ELSE.
FOR THE HUSBAND
WHO IS ON THE SOFA
BEING A COUCH POTATO,
BECAUSE HE IS HOME WITH ME
AND NOT OUT AT THE BARS.
FOR THE TEENAGER
WHO IS COMPLAINING ABOUT DOING DISHES
BECAUSE IT MEANS SHE IS AT HOME,
NOT ON THE STREETS.
FOR THE TAXES I PAY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM EMPLOYED.
FOR THE MESS TO CLEAN AFTER A PARTY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE BEEN SURROUNDED BY FRIENDS.
FOR THE CLOTHES THAT FIT A LITTLE TOO SNUG
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE ENOUGH TO EAT.
FOR MY SHADOW THAT WATCHES ME WORK
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM OUT IN THE SUNSHINE
FOR A LAWN THAT NEEDS MOWING,
WINDOWS THAT NEED CLEANING,
AND GUTTERS THAT NEED FIXING
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE A HOME.
FOR ALL THE COMPLAINING
I HEAR ABOUT THE GOVERNMENT
BECAUSE IT MEANS WE HAVE FREEDOM OF SPEECH..
FOR THE PARKING SPOT
I FIND AT THE FAR END OF THE PARKING LOT
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM CAPABLE OF WALKING
AND I HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH TRANSPORTATION.
FOR MY HUGE HEATING BILL
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM WARM.
FOR THE LADY BEHIND ME IN CHURCH
WHO SINGS OFF KEY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I CAN HEAR.
FOR THE PILE OF LAUNDRY AND IRONING
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE CLOTHES TO WEAR.
FOR WEARINESS AND ACHING MUSCLES
AT THE END OF THE DAY
BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE BEEN
CAPABLE OF WORKING HARD.
FOR THE ALARM THAT GOES OFF
IN THE EARLY MORNING HOURS
BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM ALIVE.
A sister is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost. ~Marion C. Garretty
