Day 7 - Zodiac Sign, Fitting?

September 24th, 1987 - I am a Libra

I have always been into this kind of stuff, and I know I fit my sign very well. 

Traits

• Loves art
• Neat
• Dresses up for the occasion
• Slight perfectionist
• Narcissism
• Charitable
• Bossy at times
• Plans ahead
• Attention to detail
• Public Service

Likes

• Mingling
• Subtle colours, textures

• Beauty
• Gifts
• Debates
• Attention
• Intellectual conversations
• Admiration

Dislikes

• Noise
• Confusion
• Sloppiness
• Ugliness
• Dirt
• Pressured decisions
• Being rushed
• Criticism

Day 6 - 30 Facts About Yours Truely

These may or may not be interesting... but here we go!

1. I have been a collector for almost 6 years.
2. I have very few close friends that I consider family. But I wouldn't have it any other way.
3. I married my high school sweetheart. We have been together for 8 years.
4. I have long hair, but hate it most days.
5. I have a birthmark on my arm about the of a nickle that looks like a camel.
6. I have a great memory. I can remember the smallest details of things that happened, or things that were said.
7. I have a dog named Johnny Cash, he is like our child.
8. I own my own home.
9. I love cooking! I always like to try new things, and make up my own versions of things.
10. I am a sucker for a good book. I could spend 12+ hours just reading.
11. I love pictures! I have tons of pictures, and never think I have enough.
12. I have worked since I was 15 years old.
13. My parents, and brother live in Arizona, and I miss them all the time.
14. I like to do crafty things, scrapbook, make cards etc.
15. I was one of four "Ashley Nichole's" in school
16. I have flat feet; I can stop water with them they are so flat.
17. I taught myself to ride a bike because I didn't want any one's help.
18. I HATE clowns.
19. I have a half sleeve of tattoos on my left arm.
20. I have a full bar inside my house.
21. I am not a fan of bugs. They freak me out. Especially moths! Eeek!
22. I like sleeping. If it wasn't a horrible habit, I would sleep all the time.
23. I like coming up with random nicknames for my friends.
24. I am a germ freak. I sanitize my desk everyday... even though I am the only one that sits at it.
25. I have NEVER slept in my contacts. I always take them out at night.
26. I can type 105WPM
27. My favorite band is Alkaline Trio
28. I am very frugal. I have the worst buyers remorse ever.
29. I am a sports fan, and I LOVE baseball.
30. I love planning things; anything at all.

Day 5: Was there a time you thought about ending your own life?

I really am not a fan of this question. If I were to say no, I would be lying to you. I am not going to go into detail about these times. They happened... it is in the past and we are moving on. I do know my action were selfish, and I do thank God that I am still here today. I know I hurt a lot of people with my actions, and I am thankful for the people I have in my life that were there for me. Nothing is ever bad enough that you need to end your life, and hurt your friends and family in the process.

Day 4 - Views On Religion

What a touchy subject with a lot of people. I am extremely open minded. I value your opinions, and honestly can't tell you if they are right or wrong... who really knows.

I believe in God... a higher power of some sort. I was raised in a very open minded Seventh Day Adventist. My parents taught us about the religion, which is just straight from the Bible, and they believe Sabbath is on Saturdays. One thing I loved about it was that they let us decide for ourselves. Mathew and I both attended several different churches in our youth. Exploring the options, and making our own opinions on things. I think this is a good way to parent, and a good way to teach your children.

Day 3 - My view on alcohol and drugs.

I won't be shy, I drink. I am not an alcoholic, nor to I drink on a regular basis. But I do occasionally enjoy a nice drink, or four. I'm young, and yes, I on these rare occasions drink more then I should; I honestly don't find much wrong with it. I believe if I can not let it effect my daily life, can continue to be a functioning member of the adult world, and know when it is unacceptable and okay to be drinking, then I think it's fine. It has never effected my relationships with people, my financially responsibilities, my job, or my overall health. If you can separate these things in your drinking... then I think each to his own.

Day 2 - Where I'd Like To Be In 10 Years

Ten years seems so far away... but then again it feels like only yesterday I was 15; which was almost 10 years ago!

In ten years I will be almost 34. I plan on being still happily married, have a few kids, and established in my career. I have always wanted to run my own buiness, event planning, and catering. I know this really is a very distant, hard reality, but I do plan on doing it on the side when and where I can. I hope to be financially stable, I am not asking to be rich, just comfortable.

Awe... life, back to "normal"

So it's over. The dress has been worn, tears have been cried, something was borrowed, old, new and blue, a father gave a daughter away, a groom kissed his bride, the cake was cut, the dance floor was danced on, the food was eaten, and when all was said and done I was married to my high school sweetheart, next to my best friends, and wonderful family.

Life... back to "normal". Nothing to plan, or get ready for. It's a very bittersweet feeling.

Thank you to everyone who put in hard work, and long hours to make this happen. I appreciate it more then you will ever know. Everything turned out beautiful. Thank you to Caitlin, my maid of honor for the amazing work you did, and for helping keep everything organized the day of. I really could not have done it without you.

Now that I have more time... I will be blogging. Yay! I am going to start by stealing the 30 day challenge from Caitlin.

Day 1: Your current relationship status..How's it going for you?
Day 2: Where you'd like to be in 10 years.
Day 3: Your view on alcohol and drugs.
Day 4: Your views on religion
Day 5: Was there a time you thought about ending your own life?
Day 6: Write 30 interesting facets about yourself.
Day 7: Your zodiac sign and if you think it fits your personality.
Day 8: A moment you felt the most satisfied with your life.
Day 9: Nine thingws you would like to say to nine people.
Day 10: Discuss your first love and your first kiss.
Day 11: Put your IPod on shuffle and name the first 10 songs.
Day 12: Misnight snack of choice.
Day 13: Somwhere you'd like to move or visit.
Day 14: Your earliest memory.
Day 15: Something hard you have been through this year.
Day 16: A letter to someone from your past.
Day 17: Seven clothing items you would like to have.
Day 18: Some thing or a few things that annoy you.
Day 19: One way to win your heart.
Day 20: How important you think education is.
Day 21: One of your favorite shows.
Day 22: How have you changed in the past 2 years.
Day 23: Pictures of 5 famous people you find attractive.
Day 24: Your favorite movie and what it's about.
Day 25: Someone who fascinates you and why.
Day 26: What kind of person attracts you?
Day 27: A confession about your life.
Day 28: Something that you miss.
Day 29: Goals for the next 30 days.
Day 30: Your favorite memory of the past month.


Day One - Currently Relationship Status - How's it going?
Married. Legally now. 
Craig and I have been together for 8 years this November. We own a home, two cars, a dog etc. So we have pretty much been married for awhile. I love Craig. He is an amazing man. He makes me very happy, and I am thrilled I get to spend a lifetime by his side.