Summer 2001. I had just started my first part time job, at Kennywood Park. Being the "newbie" in the stand, I was unfortunately put on sweeping duty. Bummer. I suppose it couldn't have been as bad as I pretended. I mean, I did get to walk around a bit, avoid the sticky hotness of the greasy burger stand and flirt with all the cute boys looking my way. There was one in particular who worked in a stand attached to mine, he and his friend would throw straws and other litter on the ground so that I would have to come sweep it up near them. They joked around poking fun at me, but nothing too harsh, basic boys who like girls nonsense. The manager from my stand even took notice, and asked if I wanted them to stop...NO. What was she thinking? This was my future husband we were talking about, and I knew right then that he would be just that. I soon grew tired of the sweeping, and asked for a transfer. I was transfered to the other side of the park, at the Lemonade Stand. I was now known as far from my love as I could be, but to my luck, my love's stand was on my way to and from the break room! Every day, I would walk past, peeking in to catch a glimpse at the boy behind the counter...and being caught. Fast forward a few months...the last day of the season. I was cleaning up my stand when a highschool friend walked up to me, handed me a piece of paper, and said "Ash wants you to call him". So then it began. I called Ash for the first time, while watching Stir of Echoes. We talked about ourselves, and I learned that his name was ASHLEY for the first time. Ashley, are you serious, how many times can you say you stumbled upon the love of your life and he had the same name as you?! What are the chances that a guy named Ashley would like a girl named Ashley? Ash attended Penn State McKeesport, which was right across the street from my high school. Sometimes he would meet me after school and hang out for some short visits. Since I was so still in high school, he didn't want to date me. Then one day, he called me about a concert. He and his friend were going and he wanted to know if I wanted to go. Of coarse, I'd love to! That night, during Unwritten Law's set, we shared our first kiss. It was wonderful. It was in the rain. From that night on, things began to change. Kennywood then opened again, and we both went back to work. This summer was different, we actually met for lunch and hung out on breaks. We were both working when the tragedy of the "microburst" occured. That microburst knocked all power out in West Mifflin, so thankfully we had a few days off. Ash's friends were throwing a party that week to celebrate the darkness with a beer pong tournament. Ash's friend blew him off, so he asked me to accompany him. Not ever playing beer pong, drinking beer, or attending a "college" party...I agreed. He picked me up, and the slack from my horrible beer pongness. Later that evening, we just sat around talking, flirting and ending up a couple. It was official, we were together, as
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
A Tale of Two Ashleys
Recently, on NBC Miami’s website, there was an editorial titled: A Tale of Two Kellys. This concerned me because my fiance and I are living a similar story, only we did not seek out to find one another, fate had just done its job.
Summer 2001. I had just started my first part time job, at Kennywood Park. Being the "newbie" in the stand, I was unfortunately put on sweeping duty. Bummer. I suppose it couldn't have been as bad as I pretended. I mean, I did get to walk around a bit, avoid the sticky hotness of the greasy burger stand and flirt with all the cute boys looking my way. There was one in particular who worked in a stand attached to mine, he and his friend would throw straws and other litter on the ground so that I would have to come sweep it up near them. They joked around poking fun at me, but nothing too harsh, basic boys who like girls nonsense. The manager from my stand even took notice, and asked if I wanted them to stop...NO. What was she thinking? This was my future husband we were talking about, and I knew right then that he would be just that. I soon grew tired of the sweeping, and asked for a transfer. I was transfered to the other side of the park, at the Lemonade Stand. I was now known as far from my love as I could be, but to my luck, my love's stand was on my way to and from the break room! Every day, I would walk past, peeking in to catch a glimpse at the boy behind the counter...and being caught. Fast forward a few months...the last day of the season. I was cleaning up my stand when a highschool friend walked up to me, handed me a piece of paper, and said "Ash wants you to call him". So then it began. I called Ash for the first time, while watching Stir of Echoes. We talked about ourselves, and I learned that his name was ASHLEY for the first time. Ashley, are you serious, how many times can you say you stumbled upon the love of your life and he had the same name as you?! What are the chances that a guy named Ashley would like a girl named Ashley? Ash attended Penn State McKeesport, which was right across the street from my high school. Sometimes he would meet me after school and hang out for some short visits. Since I was so still in high school, he didn't want to date me. Then one day, he called me about a concert. He and his friend were going and he wanted to know if I wanted to go. Of coarse, I'd love to! That night, during Unwritten Law's set, we shared our first kiss. It was wonderful. It was in the rain. From that night on, things began to change. Kennywood then opened again, and we both went back to work. This summer was different, we actually met for lunch and hung out on breaks. We were both working when the tragedy of the "microburst" occured. That microburst knocked all power out in West Mifflin, so thankfully we had a few days off. Ash's friends were throwing a party that week to celebrate the darkness with a beer pong tournament. Ash's friend blew him off, so he asked me to accompany him. Not ever playing beer pong, drinking beer, or attending a "college" party...I agreed. He picked me up, and the slack from my horrible beer pongness. Later that evening, we just sat around talking, flirting and ending up a couple. It was official, we were together, ashusband and wife boyfriend and girlfriend. Since 2002, we have shared many amazing places, friends and memories! Once I graduated high school, I went to California University of Pennsylvania. Ash decided that he would transfer to Cal as well, as his best friend and I were both going to be living up there and he was not making much progress in the PSU program. We spent our college years together. Once Ash graduated, he had to move back home...but still would visit very often. We were inseparable. For many years we got to explain to people that our names were the same. Lots of giggles, and surprise. Fast forward to October 21, 2008, my 25th birthday! Ash was laid off at the time, and working evenings...so he decided to meet me for lunch on my birthday. He showed up to my work, and asked me if I wanted my gift before lunch...DUH!!!! It was raining, so i leaned into the car to open the box on the seat. Thinking to myself, why would he get me another cake, I already had like 3. I looked at the cake and said aww thanks babe...not even realizing the words for a few seconds. The cake read, "Will you marry me?" and sitting right there in the icing was the most sparkly diamond I had ever seen! I was so excited, I jumped up and hugged him, sliding that huge rock onto my finger. All the excitement caused me to not even realize I hadn't even said yes yet! Yes, Yes, Yes! Then we went to lunch, and I couldn't even eat. I was beyond excited. I had been waiting for that moment forever! It was such a surprise. The only person who knew was his mom, she got it out of him earlier in the week. I told a few people, but kept it from my mom till I saw here when I got home! Since it was my birthday, my mom took me to Fuddruckers, and a few of my friends met us there...I showed them the ring, they were so excited for me! It was wonderful. Best birthday ever. On November 21, 2009, I married the love of my life. We had a huge snowflake themed wedding! Our names confused every vendor and person we have dealt with over the years, and it was now officially the same! Our Catholic Priest even made a later in evening phone call to me to “be sure” that “HIS” name was Ashley. Everything was perfect. We became Ashley & Ashley Donaldson, by fate.
Summer 2001. I had just started my first part time job, at Kennywood Park. Being the "newbie" in the stand, I was unfortunately put on sweeping duty. Bummer. I suppose it couldn't have been as bad as I pretended. I mean, I did get to walk around a bit, avoid the sticky hotness of the greasy burger stand and flirt with all the cute boys looking my way. There was one in particular who worked in a stand attached to mine, he and his friend would throw straws and other litter on the ground so that I would have to come sweep it up near them. They joked around poking fun at me, but nothing too harsh, basic boys who like girls nonsense. The manager from my stand even took notice, and asked if I wanted them to stop...NO. What was she thinking? This was my future husband we were talking about, and I knew right then that he would be just that. I soon grew tired of the sweeping, and asked for a transfer. I was transfered to the other side of the park, at the Lemonade Stand. I was now known as far from my love as I could be, but to my luck, my love's stand was on my way to and from the break room! Every day, I would walk past, peeking in to catch a glimpse at the boy behind the counter...and being caught. Fast forward a few months...the last day of the season. I was cleaning up my stand when a highschool friend walked up to me, handed me a piece of paper, and said "Ash wants you to call him". So then it began. I called Ash for the first time, while watching Stir of Echoes. We talked about ourselves, and I learned that his name was ASHLEY for the first time. Ashley, are you serious, how many times can you say you stumbled upon the love of your life and he had the same name as you?! What are the chances that a guy named Ashley would like a girl named Ashley? Ash attended Penn State McKeesport, which was right across the street from my high school. Sometimes he would meet me after school and hang out for some short visits. Since I was so still in high school, he didn't want to date me. Then one day, he called me about a concert. He and his friend were going and he wanted to know if I wanted to go. Of coarse, I'd love to! That night, during Unwritten Law's set, we shared our first kiss. It was wonderful. It was in the rain. From that night on, things began to change. Kennywood then opened again, and we both went back to work. This summer was different, we actually met for lunch and hung out on breaks. We were both working when the tragedy of the "microburst" occured. That microburst knocked all power out in West Mifflin, so thankfully we had a few days off. Ash's friends were throwing a party that week to celebrate the darkness with a beer pong tournament. Ash's friend blew him off, so he asked me to accompany him. Not ever playing beer pong, drinking beer, or attending a "college" party...I agreed. He picked me up, and the slack from my horrible beer pongness. Later that evening, we just sat around talking, flirting and ending up a couple. It was official, we were together, as
Now that I am married.
I plan on changing my blog up a lil!
Coming soon...
For now, have this photograph of me :)
Coming soon...
For now, have this photograph of me :)
Friday, October 30, 2009
ABC's of Me
A - Age: 26
B - Bed size: King! Queen
C - Chore you hate: cleaning the bathroom.
D - Dog's name: Chloe
E - Essential start your day item: Shower
F - Favorite color: pink
G - Gold or Silver: Silver
H - Height: 5'9"
I - Instruments you play: nada
J - Job title: Graphic Designer
K - Kid(s): Ask me next year.
L - Living arrangements: With my fiance, in our house, with our dog.
M - Mom's name: Kim
N - Nicknames: Shle
O - Overnight hospital: never!
P - Pet Peeve(s): loud chewing, bad drivers, condescending jerks.
Q - Quote from a movie: Not sure right now.
R - Right or left handed: Right
S - Siblings: 1 sister, Kristie, she is 23.
T - Time you wake up: 545
U - Underwear: VS pink boyshorts <3
V - Vegetable you dislike: Mushrooms and Zucchini
W - Workout style: nothing.
X - X-rays you've had: Chest, ankle, wrist, hips, knee, and head.
Y - Yesterday's best moments: Making Ash smile with my train dance.
Z - Zoo favorite: I LOVE the elephants.
B - Bed size: King! Queen
C - Chore you hate: cleaning the bathroom.
D - Dog's name: Chloe
E - Essential start your day item: Shower
F - Favorite color: pink
G - Gold or Silver: Silver
H - Height: 5'9"
I - Instruments you play: nada
J - Job title: Graphic Designer
K - Kid(s): Ask me next year.
L - Living arrangements: With my fiance, in our house, with our dog.
M - Mom's name: Kim
N - Nicknames: Shle
O - Overnight hospital: never!
P - Pet Peeve(s): loud chewing, bad drivers, condescending jerks.
Q - Quote from a movie: Not sure right now.
R - Right or left handed: Right
S - Siblings: 1 sister, Kristie, she is 23.
T - Time you wake up: 545
U - Underwear: VS pink boyshorts <3
V - Vegetable you dislike: Mushrooms and Zucchini
W - Workout style: nothing.
X - X-rays you've had: Chest, ankle, wrist, hips, knee, and head.
Y - Yesterday's best moments: Making Ash smile with my train dance.
Z - Zoo favorite: I LOVE the elephants.
Friday, October 23, 2009
5 Question Friday
1. Whats your favorite horror movie?
My favorite horror movie is House on Haunted Hill. It freaks me out and I like that! I also loved the Exorcism of Emily Rose, because as far I we know, exorcism's are real! And how creepy is it to watch something that "supposedly" happened!? OOooOo
2. Bath tub or Hot tub?
Bath tub, unless it is my own personal hot tub. Hot tubs can carry infection because of the warmth, and I am NOT about giving myself infections :)
3. Do you prefer to view a movie at the theater or at home?
I prefer at home, because I cannot sit still long enough to get through a movie at times. I get distracted very easily, and would rather not have a head obstructing my view. I have a perfectly fine 1080p LCD 52" t.v. at home with Blu-ray and surround sound (spoiled rotten) hehe
4. If you could chose a maid, cook or chauffeur, which one would you choose?
Chauffeur, I hate to drive :)
5. Electric Slide, Boot Scootin' Boogie, or the Macarena?
I don't really care for any of these. I am not a line dancer kind of chick...
Monday, October 12, 2009
Hrmph.
If my house had ceiling fans, which it does not...the shit would have hit them. My tolerance level is seriously being tried lately. As if I were not under enough stress from the wedding plans, home-owning, bill paying, and life... I get more tacked on by friends and family regarding the *stupid* traditions of the wedding. I won't go into details for fear of causing further drama in my life, but I am tired of everything and wish it were over. I am regretting having a wedding at all. I wish we would have just saved our money and had a ceremony with our parents only. I feel betrayed. I feel hurt. And most of all I feel distrust. I feel like were sharing this day with some people who really don't care about my feelings. We are spending literally all of our money on this wedding, and I feel like it is the biggest waste. I feel horrible that I feel this way too. :( I wish I could just be happy.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
It was not me, who on a whim, bought a deep deep red paint and paint one wall in my living room to add some color and personality to the atmosphere.
On that note, it was not me who also bought an orange color (with the word marmalade in the name) for my current lemon yellow kitchen. I am not a whore for color, and I do not sometimes LOVE the chances I take with it!
It wasn't me who parked my car at a t-stop (public rail transport in Pgh) took the T to town, get off the T, walk about 14 blocks in the cold rain to a bar...to watch the Pittsburgh Penguins take victory in this seasons first game! And it wasn't me who later accepted a ride to another bar back near my house and leave my car that t-stop over night until late afternoon the next day. I did not have to pay twice for parking :)
It was not me who giggled at the sentence of T's in my last paragraph...
Took The T To Town...
Haha
Friday, October 2, 2009
A take on my life as of today
As an ordinary stressful day in my life has occurred, I felt I would brush up on my story since a few new people have started wandering on my site (secretly I jump for joy)
I was born in Myrtle Beach, SC on MBAFB (Myrtle Beach Air Force Base)..in a hospital room where I my mom could view the ocean. On my way home from the hospital, my mom and dad stopped at the beach (against the orders of my doctor-hehe) to show me the ocean. Now, I don't remember much of anything about that day, but, from photographs...it was a windy Mid-October fall day...as much as it can be fall at the beach. I lived in a blue trailer, which my parents had shown me later in life on a visit to the beach and surprisingly it was still there! Being that dad was military, we were soon shipped off to jolly ol' England! On the approach of my third birthday, my sister was born. She gets the honor of holding 2 birth certificates and citizenship's! My mom raised my sister and I while my dad was off working, running around and what not. She took care of a newborn and a 3 year old often alone, in a foreign country, with no car! Amazing if you ask me! I remember feeding peacocks, that is all. People ask, so do you remember?! I do not, cept for the peacocks and a vague memory of what our house looked like once with balloons on the door. Ohh that military...off to Eglin AFB we went. Eglin AFB sits right on the Gulf Coast of Florida. It is absolute paradise! Destin, is the town in which is close to that you may know of. Destin is surrounded by powder white sand, emerald and crystal clear waters so warm and shallow. It is absolutely a perfect place. We lived there for many years, long enough to actually have friends! :) My mom started nursing school. I attended elementary school here. On my first day of kindergarten, I wore a Batman shirt with a pink and orange skirt with suspenders...hot. My sister would stand at the bus stop with me and cry, that she couldn't go to school too. But 3 years later, she was gifted the ability to get on that bus. The day she got on the bus, everybody cheered. It was bittersweet. After some lovely years in this DESTINation, we were shipped off again. Las Vegas, NV...We lived in a condo complex called Eagle Trace..it was totally awesome. It had like 5 outdoor pools, 1 indoor, all kinds of sports, fresh muffins and juice at the gate in the morning...cookies in the office...so many wonderful amenities. We only lived here a short 6 months though. My dad was given an early retirement...so he took it. So here I am now, in Pittsburgh, PA. Since moving to Pennsylvania, my mom and dad have gone their separate ways. As have my father and I. I no longer have a relationship with him, and he has another family. My sister lives with him when she is not in school, but we (my sister and I) remain friendly. I in fact no longer speak to anyone on my dad's side of the family...they just don't seem to understand me. At 17 years of age, I got a job at the local amusement park (Kennywood)...and met future husband. His name is Ashley...as is mine. We are quite often referred to as "the Ashleys"! It is fun, silly, and unique... We were engaged on October 21, 2008 (my birthday) and are getting married on November 21, 2009..so soon!
I am interested in art...photography, design, painting, and such. I am a graphic designer for a printing company in Pgh. We print things for Reebok, Giant Eagle, Majestic, NHL, Dicks Sporting Goods...some pretty big names. I hate it :) You will come to learn this. The company's authority is not quite professional in the way they handle their business and it gets very frustrating.
My fiance and I just bought our first house...it is a 2 bedroom ranch! It is very cute and I love it! We have a dog named Chloe, she is 1 year old. She is a Jackhuahua...chihuahua and jack russel. She is only 10 pounds, and is the most lovable little thing ever (to only us of course)...haha
So that is basically my life right now...and in the past. I hope to make some new friends and acquaintances !!
I was born in Myrtle Beach, SC on MBAFB (Myrtle Beach Air Force Base)..in a hospital room where I my mom could view the ocean. On my way home from the hospital, my mom and dad stopped at the beach (against the orders of my doctor-hehe) to show me the ocean. Now, I don't remember much of anything about that day, but, from photographs...it was a windy Mid-October fall day...as much as it can be fall at the beach. I lived in a blue trailer, which my parents had shown me later in life on a visit to the beach and surprisingly it was still there! Being that dad was military, we were soon shipped off to jolly ol' England! On the approach of my third birthday, my sister was born. She gets the honor of holding 2 birth certificates and citizenship's! My mom raised my sister and I while my dad was off working, running around and what not. She took care of a newborn and a 3 year old often alone, in a foreign country, with no car! Amazing if you ask me! I remember feeding peacocks, that is all. People ask, so do you remember?! I do not, cept for the peacocks and a vague memory of what our house looked like once with balloons on the door. Ohh that military...off to Eglin AFB we went. Eglin AFB sits right on the Gulf Coast of Florida. It is absolute paradise! Destin, is the town in which is close to that you may know of. Destin is surrounded by powder white sand, emerald and crystal clear waters so warm and shallow. It is absolutely a perfect place. We lived there for many years, long enough to actually have friends! :) My mom started nursing school. I attended elementary school here. On my first day of kindergarten, I wore a Batman shirt with a pink and orange skirt with suspenders...hot. My sister would stand at the bus stop with me and cry, that she couldn't go to school too. But 3 years later, she was gifted the ability to get on that bus. The day she got on the bus, everybody cheered. It was bittersweet. After some lovely years in this DESTINation, we were shipped off again. Las Vegas, NV...We lived in a condo complex called Eagle Trace..it was totally awesome. It had like 5 outdoor pools, 1 indoor, all kinds of sports, fresh muffins and juice at the gate in the morning...cookies in the office...so many wonderful amenities. We only lived here a short 6 months though. My dad was given an early retirement...so he took it. So here I am now, in Pittsburgh, PA. Since moving to Pennsylvania, my mom and dad have gone their separate ways. As have my father and I. I no longer have a relationship with him, and he has another family. My sister lives with him when she is not in school, but we (my sister and I) remain friendly. I in fact no longer speak to anyone on my dad's side of the family...they just don't seem to understand me. At 17 years of age, I got a job at the local amusement park (Kennywood)...and met future husband. His name is Ashley...as is mine. We are quite often referred to as "the Ashleys"! It is fun, silly, and unique... We were engaged on October 21, 2008 (my birthday) and are getting married on November 21, 2009..so soon!
I am interested in art...photography, design, painting, and such. I am a graphic designer for a printing company in Pgh. We print things for Reebok, Giant Eagle, Majestic, NHL, Dicks Sporting Goods...some pretty big names. I hate it :) You will come to learn this. The company's authority is not quite professional in the way they handle their business and it gets very frustrating.
My fiance and I just bought our first house...it is a 2 bedroom ranch! It is very cute and I love it! We have a dog named Chloe, she is 1 year old. She is a Jackhuahua...chihuahua and jack russel. She is only 10 pounds, and is the most lovable little thing ever (to only us of course)...haha
So that is basically my life right now...and in the past. I hope to make some new friends and acquaintances !!
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October 2nd Questions:
1. What is your favorite ABBA song? Can't say that I have one!
2. The thing you love most about fall is...Halloween and the colorful leaves...I know not everyone experiences the seasons, but here in PA, we get a beautiful fall!
3. What store you would love to spend to heart's desire (money is no object)? Kirklands home store...or Giant Eagle (food shopping) or Express CLothing!!
4. What is your favorite snack food? Chips and Salsa!!
5. What was your first car? 92 Eagle Premier, was given to me from my grandparents!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Home Sweet...
We now live in our home full time. The walls are bare, and we need to get some furniture in...but...we are home. I am in the process of choosing colors for the house. One is chosen, our livingroom will have 1 accent wall painted with Cherry Cobbler...mm :) But we have candles, and decorations randomly, so it feels homey. Chloe has adjusted very well to living away from grammies house...surprisingly! She has had only a handful of accidents and she is telling us when she has to go. She sleeps on top of the couch like a kitty cat, and chases all the bugs and deer in the yard!
As for the wedding plans...
We have mailed our invitations! Less than 2 months away, we will finally be married after all these years. It is so exciting. NOW to focus on the small details. Like making sure my centerpieces look in person as they do in my head. Getting some small things. Going to my bachelorette party (on Oct. 24) yay!!
So until next time, bon voyage!
As for the wedding plans...
We have mailed our invitations! Less than 2 months away, we will finally be married after all these years. It is so exciting. NOW to focus on the small details. Like making sure my centerpieces look in person as they do in my head. Getting some small things. Going to my bachelorette party (on Oct. 24) yay!!
So until next time, bon voyage!
Monday, September 14, 2009
Moving ahead....
We are about 98% moved into our *new* home in Baldwin, PA. The kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, dining room and living room are all furnished. Our china cabinet holds our beautiful 8 piece china set. Our livingroom houses our comfy couch and oversized television. Our bedroom adorns a beautiful set topped off with a Martha Stewart Cherry Blossom scheme....everything is well...perfect. For the few bumps, we have been lucky so far. No real problems encountered.
I am still deciding on color schemes and decor...I feel obligated for everything to be as colorful and perfect as possible (since color is sorta my job).
The wedding is coming up quickly. I still have to make sure my centerpieces will be as I picture them, buy my slip and bra, bake cookies (which I am thankful my whole family is pitching in-i love them), Choose music for both ceremony and reception, find new tuxedo shop, find a make up artist, do my trial run for my hair and make up, attend my bachelorette party, buy the rest of our alcohol, finish my attendant gifts, get a rehearsal outfit, put together my invitations (which are all addressed already), send my thank yous from the shower and my invitations for the wedding, meet with my priest about wedding day specifics, and a few other little things. The big stuff is done and almost paid for...phew...
i kinda just want it all to be over and done with..
I am still deciding on color schemes and decor...I feel obligated for everything to be as colorful and perfect as possible (since color is sorta my job).
The wedding is coming up quickly. I still have to make sure my centerpieces will be as I picture them, buy my slip and bra, bake cookies (which I am thankful my whole family is pitching in-i love them), Choose music for both ceremony and reception, find new tuxedo shop, find a make up artist, do my trial run for my hair and make up, attend my bachelorette party, buy the rest of our alcohol, finish my attendant gifts, get a rehearsal outfit, put together my invitations (which are all addressed already), send my thank yous from the shower and my invitations for the wedding, meet with my priest about wedding day specifics, and a few other little things. The big stuff is done and almost paid for...phew...
i kinda just want it all to be over and done with..
I Heart Faces-Pets
This photo is of my recently passed Buck. He was a full bred, 13 year old Golden Retriever. Buck was the ultimate best of the best when it comes to pets. He recently had been diagnosed with nasal tumors. He was given a short span to live, and overcame his illness with his vast love of life 3 times before he finally went to Heaven. He fought to live til the end. He loved to swim, play ball, and play with mom, Bunny, Chloe (chihuahua) and I (his sister). When he was very close to dying the last time, I decided that I would borrow someones DSLR and take a photo shoot with him. He was very, very sick when the photos were taken...but this just shows how much he loved his life. Dying of cancer, he played with his tennis ball. He is now in Heaven, waiting at Rainbow Road for his family! We love you Buck!
Twas not I
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
It is not me who has been sick since the first week of August with a series of sicknesses leading up to pneumonia that has gone away with antibiotics and come back again now that I am off.
It was not me who illegally crossed the center double line in a tunnel this weekend to get in front of a car that was driving slow when I needed that lane after the tunnel.
It was not me who sat on the couch on facebook as Ash and his brother put together my bedroom set.
It most definitely was not me who devoured a whole plate of cheese, chips and salsa at a party this weekend. I have a wedding dress to fit into remember?!
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Oyee
We bought a house, a cute little 2 bedroom house. It has a lovely backyard, a deck, and a finished game room. It is about time we found one, after being approx. 100 homes! We have also registered for gifts! FUN TIMES. I was asked to be Godmother to Braden, my soon to be nephew! He is a very adorable (sleepy) baby. Tom & Joc have really lucked out with some handsome young men! Buck is still kickin'...he has gone back to only eating human food again. For awhile, he would eat his wet dog food. He would share a little bit from his can with Chloe too! She loves her big brother! She also knows hes not doing well and is very motherly over him. She yells at him for going in the pool because he gets stuck in there...she lays with him when hes sick while playing with her toys...she brings him toys when hes awake. For awhile, he would have green slime oozing from his mouth, but that has lessened. He now has a lump in his neck, foot, and face. Poor boy. Looking at him makes me hurt inside sometimes. But he is still playful. I don't get it! He now has a diet of hamburgers, that's all he will eat (aside from the occasional fruit and french fries). Chloe is doing well. She had some odd bites on her that wouldn't go away, but they've gone away..She is so smart. Everyday she is looking to be as smart as Buck. They both have an ever growing vocabulary. You can say something to them and they look at you and react as if they know what you said. Chloe has also learned how to unzip her cage. She has one of those tent type cages that can be taken up and down. It has a sturdy zipper, and she now can open it herself. We keep finding her out of her cage, which is totally fine mostly, but she sometimes gets mischievous and chews shoes or toys... Silly doggies.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
I am very tired of not finding a job. Making $21,000 a year with a $43,000 Bachelor's Degree is so not worth it. I am becoming depressed. I have even been searching for secretarial work. The discouragement of not finding a job, has made me grown tired of my degree...and I feel as if I do not want to design now. I feel like I wasted 4 years and a buttload of money. I feel like I will never amount to anything if I stay. I hate my job. I hate my life right now, outside of home. How am I supposed to function when I owe the government $43,000+ in loans and I dont even make half of that a year. Not to mention my car payment, my gas, my medications, and my life. It is all so frustrating. I am tired of everything.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Not Me Monday
I did not get mad at Target, delete my registry, call them and tell them to take my name from their system due to lack of information and satisfaction with their employees..then go to Bed Bath and Beyond and re-register there. That would make me look like a jerk.
I did not work Friday until noon, go home-then out to Primanti's to watch the Pens take the Stanley Cup only to go back to work immediately following, at about 11 Pm. Then I most certainly did not work until 4 or 5pm the next day, go home, get about 1 hour of sleep, then go out to a friends house til 1130. And on top of that, I did NOT go back into work the next day at 8 am and work until about 6pm. And I am NOT sitting here at work today from 730 until 330 only to go straight to the hospital for the evening to be with Jocelyn, Tommy, Tyler, and my soon to be brand "spankin" new nephew Braden! And I will Not continue my 730-4pm work schedule for the remainder of the week.
Monday, June 8, 2009
MY FIRST Not Me Monday :)
Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.
I did NOT get incredibly giddy over the Martha Stewart collection at Macys and add almost everything in it onto our wedding registry.
And I most certainly did NOT add a $400 mixer and $1200 camera to said registry.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Siblingage.
"Our relation is our demise, I have come to see that we will never be.
Life has counted us out, we have both moved on.
Moving forward through life, as if neither has existed.
What we aspire to be, is only a dream."
Life has counted us out, we have both moved on.
Moving forward through life, as if neither has existed.
What we aspire to be, is only a dream."
When you think about your relationship with family, it should not feel so afflictive. The day I can feel like I have a sister again, will be the day I feel complete. I have gone through majority of my life without my father, 2 of my (living) grandparents, and my sister. I was hurt, I put it past me and tried to refuel my relationship with my sister. I feel like everything is one-sided. I feel like nothing will ever be good between us. We fought as kids, and I felt that was just us being stubborn sisters. We apparently never grew out of it. We are on conflicting sides, and do not agree on a single thing. We have nothing in common, except our mother and last name, which shall change in 6 months. In 6 months, I will have nothing more than our mother as a thread to hold on to with my sister. She blatently reveals her disconcern with "most things Ashley". Having nowhere to run, without running into a wall, is aching to my heart. I figure I will use this as my outlet. With chance she will find it, and maybe see how I feel inside. Though she will likely be unhappy...she will know that I feel like we are lost at sea. I love her as much as I can possibly love a human being. It breaks my heart that I do not feel she loves me in return. I see the relationship between Ash and his brother, Tom. It is one to look up too. They are so close, as most of his family is. They enjoy spending time with eachother, regardless of the hour commute between the two. I also admire Jocelyn and her relationship with her siblings who range from 17 to 29. I know she and her sister bicker and argue at times, but they care about eachother and enjoy time together. My friend April as well. April's sisters and brothers range from age 18 to 28 (29 next month)...they all hang out and have a great time with eachother. My own sister even hangs out with her 1 year old step-sister more than me. I know I sound pathetic...but I just need to admit my hurt. I really do not want to feel this way. When I try to explain to my sister how I feel, she turns the page over and tries to make me feel bad/worse than I already do. She puts up a sheild, and will not allow me to express my feelings honestly. So then I hurt inside. Hiding behind that shield will only make matters worse. I feel that either she is ashamed to be my sister or her father probably gives her hell for talking to me. He cannot handle his own life properly, so he has to affect everyone around him. I know that he has come between us. I am not at fault for that though. He is the one who needs to gain some maturity and ethics. I do want to get into him though, he is not worth my thoughts. I keep him out of my as to keep my sanity :). I do not want her out of my life though, but on the other hand--I don't want to feel unappreciated. It is all so frustrating.
Ash and I will be going to his brother's house tonight to hang out with them. Jocelyn has been a great sister to me since I have met her. We fight..but we make up soon after we realize our stubborness. Jocelyn and I are both very sensitive people, and tend to get mad at eachothers insensitivity..which is bound to happen, but we get over it. I love her for always being there for me. Ash's cousins are also always here for me, I really appreciate their existance in my life.
Anyways...
We are going to the cottage with Ash's family this weekend, it should be fun! BBQ, Tent sleeping, and fires. Mmm...
Ash and I will be going to his brother's house tonight to hang out with them. Jocelyn has been a great sister to me since I have met her. We fight..but we make up soon after we realize our stubborness. Jocelyn and I are both very sensitive people, and tend to get mad at eachothers insensitivity..which is bound to happen, but we get over it. I love her for always being there for me. Ash's cousins are also always here for me, I really appreciate their existance in my life.
Anyways...
We are going to the cottage with Ash's family this weekend, it should be fun! BBQ, Tent sleeping, and fires. Mmm...
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Oh Happy Day...
So today I get news that I misspelled a word on a shirt. They proceeded to shoot the screen, setup the press, and run 61 of the shirts before any of them even noticed the misspelled word. First Mark got 2 calls, then I got lectured by the general manager, and the owner. I was told by the general manager that basically im gone with one more mistake and should probably start looking for a job. Funny thing is, I have barely made any mistakes on his end. So "whatev". I really despise working for this place. I get paid nothing, and have to deal with peoples unprofessional and chauvinistic attitudes. SO EFF THE PRINTING INDUSTRY. I want to be a teacher, or a secretary, or a baker. I don't want to slave for $11 an hour at a place where no one respects anyone. :) Oh happy day.
Monday, May 18, 2009
The weekend!
This past weekend we went camping for Ash's Birthday. We had a lot of fun despite the rain on Saturday. Friday night we (Ash, Tom, Ed, Joellen, and I)just hung out drinkin and eating by the fire...Saturday we woke up, made breakfast on the fire, then went for a few hikes, then we (Ash, Ed, Joellen, Steve, April, & I) drank and ate by a fire. We found some beautiful waterfalls and raging rapids. The whole area was very lush and green and had tons of photogenic qualities. It also made me realize its about time for my SLR. I need to start saving for one. I was interested in the Nikon D90, but not really sure what I want yet. I need something though..mine blows...good thing I am a graphic designer and can bump colors and stuff up. Saturday was Ash's 29th birthday, we sang happy birthday to him :) During the rainstorm, my cell phone was left in the rain-blows. It still works sorta, enough for now, til I decide on which one I want to upgrade to..
When I came home on Sunday-Buck was in a great happy mood, which was a relief. We played outside and inside. He played with Chloe too! He was such a lil happy man. :)
Here are a few photos from our trip!
We camped at Breakneck Campground, it is right between McConnells Mills St. Park and Moraine St. Park...
Check out some more photos on my facebook!
Friday, May 15, 2009
Ooops..Thursday has passed.
Well I didnt post yesterday, but I was busy, so whatever.
So Buck went to the vet yesterday, and it gave us nothing but bad news. The vet is almost sure that all the episodes hes been having are related to him having a tumor. He has had a lump above his eye for awhile, which we thought was just infection...turns out he has too many symptoms of cancer to think any otherwise. The lump has spread to his nose, which is where the tumor is believed to have originated. He is having a very hard time breathing, and is restless. The vet said that it would be inoperable because of its locale. SO now He is now on Prednizone, in hopes the tumor will shrink, and make it easier for him to breathe. He is also on Cipro to try and kill any infection he may have. Despite being tired, will a swelled face, troubled breathing and a risky outcome; Buck is fairing very well. He was even playing with Chloe in the backyard yesterday. When I got home he followed me into my room wagging his tail. He just keeps fighting. We must be a really great family for him to want to stay alive so bad. Any other dog would have let go long ago...but Buck keeps chuggin' along. He has jumped many hurdles in the past few months. His 13th birthday is in 2 weeks--i hope he is well enough to celebrate :) He doesn't deserve any of this, he has always been such a wonderful dog. He is full of life and personality. We often have conversations (aka barkfests) back and forth. I am happy Chloe has such a great role model to learn from. She really loves him, and cares for him. So I guess we will just hope for the best and enjoy the time we have with eachother!
On a happier note: Ash's birthday is tomorrow (May 16) and we are going camping this weekend. We are going to Breakneck Campground in Portersville (i think thats where it is). I hope everything is great.
So I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Just a little in-sight
Chloe's VET appointment proved her to be quite a healthy (cautionable) puppy. She is on the caution list because a stranger was shoving needles in her, opening her mouth, and rectally taking her temp which resulted in a slight growl from her. Whatever. I know my baby shouldnt be cautioned. The whole reason I took her to the vet was 2 lumps in her groin/stomach area. I was worried that she had an infection from the non dissolving stitches that were supposed to have dissolved by now in her stomach. The vet too a needed to one of the lumps and pulled some "juice" out from it to look under a microscope. She put it on the slide, and immediately found that it was just fatty tissue. So Chloe has a couple fatty tumors which are harmless. As far as my brood of questioning, she assured me that Chloe was a healthy little girl. And her visit was only $60 so it was a relief to not have to pay hundreds of dollars.
Today has been a rather slow day. Ash & I are going to eat at this lil sports bar today-good foood :) They had freakin FIESTADAS on Cinco De Mayo.
I really don't have too much to talk about today. Here are some things that have occured:
I got a good laugh at a chauvinistic man...
I got a hearty laugh at a one-sided Republican comment.
I set up some shirts to be printed (all lame)
I ate a Santa Fe Turkey Wrap with yellow mustard , Super Sharp Cheddar, lettuce and tomato..
-and yes I made it.
I ate a bag of skittles, but left all of the orange, lemon, and lime in the bag (so i only ate red and purple)
I yawned
I had a bit of hiccups eaarlier for no reason that wouldnt go away
OK ENOUGH BORING INFORMATION!
-Ashley
Today has been a rather slow day. Ash & I are going to eat at this lil sports bar today-good foood :) They had freakin FIESTADAS on Cinco De Mayo.
I really don't have too much to talk about today. Here are some things that have occured:
I got a good laugh at a chauvinistic man...
I got a hearty laugh at a one-sided Republican comment.
I set up some shirts to be printed (all lame)
I ate a Santa Fe Turkey Wrap with yellow mustard , Super Sharp Cheddar, lettuce and tomato..
-and yes I made it.
I ate a bag of skittles, but left all of the orange, lemon, and lime in the bag (so i only ate red and purple)
I yawned
I had a bit of hiccups eaarlier for no reason that wouldnt go away
OK ENOUGH BORING INFORMATION!
-Ashley
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
I am not a good blogger.
Day one of rejuvenation. I feel that maybe if I say things out-loud in a blog, maybe I will not be burdened with the stress anymore. So here goes my new thing.
Wedding Plans (check out our site www.mywedding.com/ashleyandashley)
Since the last blog, not too much has gone on with wedding plans. We got our engagement photos done last weekend, it was very nice. Here is the link STUDIO BASH let me know what you think!! I almost have all the stuff for the centerpieces, I have to find some gems for inside of the bowls (at a cheap cost) and thats about it. I could use some mirrors, round ones, but I am gonna ask the hall if they have them for use!
Living arrangements
Still searching in the sea of homes for ours. We have been on a hiatus, for no real reason, just on a hiatus.
Life
Life is just about normal. I am not currently in any real trouble. I need new brakes on my car I think (it shakes when I step on the brake) but I doubt you really care. Chloe has to go to the vet later on today because she has 2 lumps in her groin. Hopefully they're just swollen lymph nodes and can cheap and easily be repaired. Ash and I have been playing a lot of Wii, which has been great. Maybe it will get rid of my arm fat. Jocelyn's almost due, I can't wait to meet our new nephew Braden Thomas!! Tyler is absolutely adorable and such a lovable nephew. Aunt and Uncle AAAA just love him so much. Buck is still hanging in there, he has been having respiratory problems, poor boy cant blow his nose! We are planning on going camping this weekend for Ash's 29th birthday! It is supposed to rain on Saturday, but we will just hope for the best! Cross those fingers!!!
Goal
To try and blog about something almost every day!
Have a great day everyone!!
Happiness depends upon ourselves.
Aristotle
Friday, March 20, 2009
Day 1
Day one of rejuvenation. I feel that maybe if I say things out-loud in a blog, maybe I will not be burdened with the stress anymore. So here goes my new thing.
Wedding Plans (check out our site www.mywedding.com/ashleyandashley)
For those of your wondering, our plans are almost done. We have our church, hall, photographer, florist, limo, favors, centerpieces, dj, bridal party, Ive picked out the bridesmaid dresses, ive picked out the flower girl's dress, bubbles, my dress, hair appointments, our cake bakery, and our wedding bands! We also have a big surprise planned..but that is between the groom and I! :) So for our wedding being 246 days away, I think were ahead of schedule! Be sure to head over to our page to see our planning, updates, and sign our guestbook!
Living arrangements
Currently we're both living at home with our parentals. We are looking at houses weekly, we just have not found "the one" yet! Were getting closer though, I can feel it...cross your fingers :)
Life
Life..oh boy..life. I have been very stressed lately. I am not happy with my job, I do not make enough money to get by. Deferements on college loans only last so long...and I believe mine is almost up! I currently do not make enough money to pay them alongside my other issues. As far as credit cards, I am down to like 2...one of which is sorta high, but not insanely high...so I am doing a little better with money, but anytime that happens, something of high monetary value does. As many people know, I have bad luck. Well 4 months ago I was hit by an 18 wheeler truck in an intersection...it was totally the truckers fault,and his insurance covered it 100% (thankfully)... Well on Monday March 16th, I was hit by a driver whom proceeded to keep going. He hit me in an intersection trying to cut me off. I saw him and slammed on my brakes–as I did this he kept going and slammed into my passenger side front bumper, breaking it to pieces. NO LUCK I TELL YA! Soo since McKeesport cops are lazy and dont do their jobs (just watch the news—theyre on it lately) no one tried to find the guy cuz I couldnt produce a lic. plate # (how could I they were driving so fast I couldnt even tell what kinda car it was). SO I in turn have to pay. THANKFULLLY my moms friends husband works for collision repair, and said it isnt as bad as it seems, and he will fix it for me, he just had to order the parts and he will fix it at his house for me... Other than that, I am having some upsets in my life that I dont want to deal with right now. When will people stop being selfish and realize theyre hurting the ones theyre supposed to love and support? (PSH NEVER) I am pretty much giving up. Some people know what this is about, but I wont explain it in an open blog :) So ask if youre curious! Let's see...thats about it for this week haha. I am very glad that today is Friday, and we can rest after work!
Wedding Plans (check out our site www.mywedding.com/ashleyandashley)
For those of your wondering, our plans are almost done. We have our church, hall, photographer, florist, limo, favors, centerpieces, dj, bridal party, Ive picked out the bridesmaid dresses, ive picked out the flower girl's dress, bubbles, my dress, hair appointments, our cake bakery, and our wedding bands! We also have a big surprise planned..but that is between the groom and I! :) So for our wedding being 246 days away, I think were ahead of schedule! Be sure to head over to our page to see our planning, updates, and sign our guestbook!
Living arrangements
Currently we're both living at home with our parentals. We are looking at houses weekly, we just have not found "the one" yet! Were getting closer though, I can feel it...cross your fingers :)
Life
Life..oh boy..life. I have been very stressed lately. I am not happy with my job, I do not make enough money to get by. Deferements on college loans only last so long...and I believe mine is almost up! I currently do not make enough money to pay them alongside my other issues. As far as credit cards, I am down to like 2...one of which is sorta high, but not insanely high...so I am doing a little better with money, but anytime that happens, something of high monetary value does. As many people know, I have bad luck. Well 4 months ago I was hit by an 18 wheeler truck in an intersection...it was totally the truckers fault,and his insurance covered it 100% (thankfully)... Well on Monday March 16th, I was hit by a driver whom proceeded to keep going. He hit me in an intersection trying to cut me off. I saw him and slammed on my brakes–as I did this he kept going and slammed into my passenger side front bumper, breaking it to pieces. NO LUCK I TELL YA! Soo since McKeesport cops are lazy and dont do their jobs (just watch the news—theyre on it lately) no one tried to find the guy cuz I couldnt produce a lic. plate # (how could I they were driving so fast I couldnt even tell what kinda car it was). SO I in turn have to pay. THANKFULLLY my moms friends husband works for collision repair, and said it isnt as bad as it seems, and he will fix it for me, he just had to order the parts and he will fix it at his house for me... Other than that, I am having some upsets in my life that I dont want to deal with right now. When will people stop being selfish and realize theyre hurting the ones theyre supposed to love and support? (PSH NEVER) I am pretty much giving up. Some people know what this is about, but I wont explain it in an open blog :) So ask if youre curious! Let's see...thats about it for this week haha. I am very glad that today is Friday, and we can rest after work!
Thursday, January 15, 2009
New stuff goin on!
Wow, so yea, it's been awhile! I suppose I will update more often, I am unsure anyone even reads this crap. So what is new...
I bought my wedding dress, its beautiful, and I am going to be a princess!
Our wedding is going to be November 21, 2009...its comin !!!!
Our ceremony will be at St. Therese in Munhall, PA; and our reception at the Wendell Inn in Baldwin..
I picked out my bridal party..it consists of April Dorcak - MOH (best friend) Jocelyn Donaldson - MOH (soon to be sister in law and best friend) Kristie Harmon (sister) Christie Kwolek (soon to be cousin and friend) Renee Poeschl (friend) ash is still working on asking the men :) so i cant give it away yet! Oh and my flower girl is Brooke Odoski, she is my 5 yo cousin; and the ring bearer is Tyler Donaldson, our 1 yo nephew!
I am currently looking at bridesmaid dresses...i think this is the most frustrating part of the whole wedding planning. With everyone's (so called) different schedules nobody can ever go look with me. Everyone has opinions, but nobody has time to look with me. I dunno. I am just getting really upset and I am pretty much hurt because I feel like nobody cares. My mom and I are going on Friday to look...maybe I will find something. April and I went to MBBride and found a few that we liked...but I just want more options! I am a picky girl!!
Also, we are house hunting. Weve looked at a few but havent found the one yet! Sooner or later... :) hopefully sooner than later.
What else...
Buck got reallly sick, he was having very viscious nose bleeds. We took him to the er vet, they told us he had leukemia! :( We got another blood sample done a few days later and his white count was 40 pts lower, but was still way over what it should be. A dogs white count should be btw 5-7k and his was 100k the first visit... they said he still has something wrong but unsure of what without extensive testing...
he has been ok lately, very few nosebleeds...still cheerful. He has breathing issues, but unsure if it is related.
Chloe is in obediance school at petsmart...she fell asleep in class. lol. hopefully this can break her of her BAD habits and hyperactivity. maybe not tho... i mean she is a chihuahua and jack russel. lol.
ok well i dont feel like typing anymore...so until next time :)
adios.
I bought my wedding dress, its beautiful, and I am going to be a princess!
Our wedding is going to be November 21, 2009...its comin !!!!
Our ceremony will be at St. Therese in Munhall, PA; and our reception at the Wendell Inn in Baldwin..
I picked out my bridal party..it consists of April Dorcak - MOH (best friend) Jocelyn Donaldson - MOH (soon to be sister in law and best friend) Kristie Harmon (sister) Christie Kwolek (soon to be cousin and friend) Renee Poeschl (friend) ash is still working on asking the men :) so i cant give it away yet! Oh and my flower girl is Brooke Odoski, she is my 5 yo cousin; and the ring bearer is Tyler Donaldson, our 1 yo nephew!
I am currently looking at bridesmaid dresses...i think this is the most frustrating part of the whole wedding planning. With everyone's (so called) different schedules nobody can ever go look with me. Everyone has opinions, but nobody has time to look with me. I dunno. I am just getting really upset and I am pretty much hurt because I feel like nobody cares. My mom and I are going on Friday to look...maybe I will find something. April and I went to MBBride and found a few that we liked...but I just want more options! I am a picky girl!!
Also, we are house hunting. Weve looked at a few but havent found the one yet! Sooner or later... :) hopefully sooner than later.
What else...
Buck got reallly sick, he was having very viscious nose bleeds. We took him to the er vet, they told us he had leukemia! :( We got another blood sample done a few days later and his white count was 40 pts lower, but was still way over what it should be. A dogs white count should be btw 5-7k and his was 100k the first visit... they said he still has something wrong but unsure of what without extensive testing...
he has been ok lately, very few nosebleeds...still cheerful. He has breathing issues, but unsure if it is related.
Chloe is in obediance school at petsmart...she fell asleep in class. lol. hopefully this can break her of her BAD habits and hyperactivity. maybe not tho... i mean she is a chihuahua and jack russel. lol.
ok well i dont feel like typing anymore...so until next time :)
adios.
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