I just finished reading this book the other day and really liked it. It was a great insight into the foods that we put into our body, and was a little frightening to read. I will admit there was some of the book that I skipped over. The girls that wrote it are both vegan's, which I have no problem with at all. But as you can imagine they talk a lot about meat, how it's processed and all that jazz. It definitely grosses you out. So if you do decide to read it, be advised. Also be advised of some of the language, for those of you who are a little more sensitive. I'm excited to implement a lot of what is in the book and can't wait to start treating my body better, because as they say it is your temple. How true! Thanks for letting me borrow it Jenn, and I promise I'll give it back.

To add to this, my boss and I have been hitting the gym together. And I am dang proud of us! Today was the only day this week that we didn't go, our schedules were way too busy. But I'm making us go tomorrow. I didn't know how working out with Jenn would be, but it hasn't been bad and I think we will keep each other motivated. She's also been really good about ignoring everyone that calls while we are there.

Wyatt is getting so big and he is such a smarty too! He is starting to say a few more things too. Whenever I ask him where his binkie is he puts his hands up and says go and starts looking for it. It often turns into a game, he'll throw his binkie down and look and me and say go. He makes me laugh. He is also so sweet, he loves kissies! And once he starts he can't stop, the other night he gave grandma susie, charlotte and kate a million kissies and I thought we'd never get to leave. I will have to get a picture of his kissie lips because they are to die for!

The other morning I was in SUCH a rush, which is nothing new really. I was running around getting my gym clothes gathered and all of wyatt's needs for the day when I stopped for a second and looked down at wyatt to see him sucking on my mascara... lid off!

At the time I didn't think it was very funny, I had to strip him down and throw him in the tub again. But look at this picture! I sent a picture to my mom and almost gave her a heart attack. She called me in a panic wondering what on earth happened. Mom, I promise if he is ever hurt I will not just send you a text message of the picture. I will call!

So this is pretty much life for us. I have applied to SLCC and just am waiting for my admission letter. Once I get that I can get registered for classes online! It's weird to me that this is actually going to go down. I haven't been to school since 2002! Better late than never right?

Grow Up Ashley

As 2009 was approaching I really felt like I needed to make some major changes in my life. Not only to better myself, but also to make Wyatt's life the best that I possibly can. Two little words have been repeated over and over again and really seem to hit home with me. I need to GROW UP. J Gray and I sat in a sales meeting with our new brokerage last week, and an agent got up to give everyone a little pep talk. Although he was talking about Real Estate it completely related to my life. So here is my plan to Grow Up! And J Gray if you are reading this, take a deep breath because it will all be okay. I promise.

Life Change #1 *Drum Roll*

SCHOOL!

This makes me extremely nervous and let me tell you why. Junior High was horrid, but it is for everyone so that's really no excuse. Sophomore year was okay in the beginning but that is where it all started. Junior year was.. well pretty much non existent. I couldn't tell you how many days of school I attended but it was slim and ended with me dropping out and getting a job. I was given the ultimatum and took the job.

SIDE NOTE: WHEN YOU DROP OUT YOU HAVE TO HAVE EVERY TEACHER SIGN A SLIP BASICALLY GIVING THEIR OKAY. MY FIRST PERIOD TEACHER HAD NO CLUE WHO I EVEN WAS AND THOUGHT I WAS A RUNNER FOR THE OFFICE.

Senior year I went back, attended pretty much most of my classes, did a bunch of make up packets (Which by the way are so much easier than actually going to class), and graduated BARELY! It was rough, not going to lie. My relationship with school has been a shaky one, as you can see. But I am getting up, dusting myself off and growing up. It's the least I can do. I am 25.

I will be able to take some of the classes online and will hopefully be able to take night classes for the others that require me to actually attend. And what is it that I am going to school for? The plan as of right now is Dental Hygiene. When the idea was first presented it just made sense and in my head I thought well why not? So I'm going for it. I feel that this is what I need to be doing.

Life Change #2

MOVE!

I love my Condo, but the time is approaching where I need to be elsewhere. I don't know if it will be this year, but it will definitely be in 2010. Either way it is something that I am preparing for and feel good about. My complex is quiet and I am approaching my 4 year mark and basically don't know any of my neighbors and the prospects for finding a single sane man are slim... very slim. So we're out! And hopefully when it comes time to sell my place the market will be in a better place.

Life Change #3

ME!

There is a lot that goes with this. Some of which is pretty personal, but I believe that in order to better yourself you have to work on the mental, physical, spiritual, emotional etc... it's a group effort. So once again I'm picking myself up, dusting myself off and growing up. I'm ready to be who I want to be and who I know I am.

I have had a plethora of emotions as this year has started. One thing I know is that I am very blessed. I have a great job, a beautiful son, incredible family and fabulous friends. It would be silly of me not to make positive changes to better all of that.

Most of me is really nervous, but a lot of me is really excited. I feel really good about it all and know it will only better the life I have. So here I go!


**I apologize for the GIGANTIC font at the end of this post. I have no idea why it gradually gets enormous. So Sorry**

The Bachelor

A new season of The Bachelor is upon us and I was excited until I watched it tonight. Are you kidding me? Where did they get these girls? One girl had to keep saying she wasn't a stalker, she knew EVERYTHING about him. I'm sorry but if you have to keep clarifying that you aren't a stalker, um sweetheart you may just be a stalker. The only thing that I'm really excited about is Deanna is going to grace us with her constant eye blinking presence. Should shake things up a bit and add a bit of interest to this season. But isn't he cute?

10 Things I Can Not Live Without

This looks like fun, it's late and I have nothing better to do on a Friday night. So here we go!

1. W. S. G.


This little boy has brought so much JOY into my life. He is the love of my life. And he is definitely without a doubt the number one thing I can not live without.

*The Rest are in No Particular Order*

2. My Phone

I'm really not all that popular, even when I leave my phone somewhere I RARELY miss a call. But I just hate that feeling that I'm missing something. Or what if I have an emergency, you know? And why I have this fancy phone? Still haven't figured it out... I guess I wanted to be trendy at the time. Can I have my money back please?

3. My Body Pillow

Although my body pillow does not look like this, I almost wish it did. Ha! But on a serious note, I have to have my body pillow. It's heaven.

4. Chocolate Covered Cinnamon Bears

They are delicious, hell on the figure, but delicious.


5. Music

U2brittney spearsJustin TimberlakeT.Ichristina aguilera
TIM MCGRAWrascall flattsPINK

You name it, I love it. I love the way it changes my mood. In heaven I am going to be a dancer.

6. Sweat Pants

I love me a pair of sweat pants! I've come to realize that I most likely won't find a man wearing a sexy pair of these outside the house, so I'm working on it. I know I should stop looking like a hobo when I go out. But really I just do it in hopes someone will feel bad and toss me a 20!

7. My Job


My job has been one of the biggest blessings in my life. And it's all thanks to Courtland, so thanks Court! I know it's lame to have this as something I can't live without, but I really can't. Jennifer is amazing and has done so much for me and Wyatt. Having him with me at work is a HUGE deal for me and I'm so lucky! And isn't my office cute?

8. My Family
I don't have a family picture, but trust me, we're amazing. My family means the world to me. I love being able to hang out with my family and joke around and just have fun. They have been a huge support to me and I appreciate them all so much. I don't always ask for help when I should, but I know that I can depend on them when I need it.

love them!

9. Ice Cold Water

I love Water and it has to be cold! The more ice the better!

10. Peace and QuietI love the time I have to myself, which isn't much. But I do love it! Without my time alone I would be crazier than I already am.

So I started this last night and just finished it today. It was fun, but harder than I expected. I guess I need to look for more things that bring Joy to my life! I'm pretty boring. =)