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How to love-Lil Wayne



Think Good Thoughts-Colbie Caillat

Someone Like You-Adele

I had the shingles-- and it sucked!

Right after I got back from my Wombat moon I woke up the next day and had blisters on my forehead and a crazy headache. I tried to shake it off, but I kept having terrible headaches. So, I went to the doctor and found out I had the shingles.

In case you have never had the shingles-- it sucks. I had the worst headaches and then shooting and blistering pain in my head, face, and eyes. I had a prescription and pain pills, but nothing was touching the level of pain. I tried to keep working, but it was exhausting and so after a week of being miserable I went to doing half days. I think I was able to convince my boss to let me do half days because I was having such terrible shooting pain in my head that it killed me to touch my head-- so my hair was a mess! So, basically for two weeks I would-- go to work, take literally 30 pills a day, come home cry my eyes out, fall asleep, eat, and repeat. It was awful. I am lucky that I only felt terrible for 2 weeks, after that all my symptoms went away and I have been feeling good since then. I am glad that it is all over. Shingles. AWFUL!

My wombat moon to Chicago!

After about 8 million wedding festivities it was time for a "honeymoon" of my own. I got to go see my besties in Chicago. While we were together we got to hang out and the Ephraim lake house-- which meant a day at the beach and some SERIOUS relaxing.  Although there was no mooning of my own, we affectionately called this weekend my wombat moon. I love my WOBS. We had a great time of talking, eating, and getting to know Meagan's fiance Peter. Such a fantastic beginning to July!

My besties and I at the beach.

Navy Pier-- I was so excited because I had been waiting for years to go, and it was BEAUTIFUL!

Me and my Meagan on the Ferris wheel. It was so good to see her again. I miss her so much.

A little bit of Springfield in Chicago. Oh Andy-- and intense sunburn from the day at the beach.

I love Chicago. It was such a fun trip.

Websites that I REALLY love

I really love these websites. So, if you are bored. Check them out. I love fun sites and fun pictures!

Check out these 4 websites that I love so much. They inspire me and make me lol!

1. http://www.swiss-miss.com/
2. http://thebeautydepartment.com/
3. http://whydoihaveablog.net/
4. http://hellogiggles.com/
5. http://tosh.comedycentral.com/blog/

Obsessed with photobooths and a good moustache!

At Larry and Emily's wedding they had a photo booth and I am officially obsessed with the idea of photo booths. I seriously want to have an event just so my friends and I can take fun pictures.Plus, we all know my feelings about a good moustache on a stick! Here are some of my favs.

I am pretty sure this is going to end up on my wall.

End of the night silly time!

Girls just want to have fun.

Sorry to leave you all hanging

I know I have once again neglected my blog, but here is what I have been up to while I have been gone away from you. Here are just a few of the new things I have to share.

I started selling Partylite candles. So far I have done around 7 parties. It has been fun, and I have had a good time. To see my personal consultant site visit here and check it out: http://www.partylite.biz/sites/ashleytanner

I saw these movies in back to back features at the Palace. I loved both of them!

LINCOLN LAWYER

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS



I went to Oklahoma for a candle party with the lovely Ragsdale/Former Ragsdale women and while I was there I got to go to an Oklahoma Thunder Game. It was my first NBA game and I LOVED it! The energy in that place was unreal! To make it even more exciting it was an NBA finals game. I want to give a giant shout out to Lauren for making this possible, it was such a fun experience!

I got addicted to McDonald's Strawberry Lemonade

Songs I love

This week has been AMAZING for music-- So in honor of that I will share my favs on itunes this week.

Favorite Song- Colbie Caillait
   I have always said I would know that a guy was "the one" when he made me feel like hearing my favorite song.  Finally a love song that I can really get into-- I know what you are talking about girl!  Also, the tune is so catchy and it makes me want to dance along. Enjoy this mellow tune.

Catchy Booty Shakin Song- Booty Wurk (T-Pain)
Yes, the name is ridiculous and the part where he says one cheek is really ridiculous, but there is something about the beat that is really fun to dance to.

Songs that Warm my cold dark heart- Stitch by Stitch (Javier)
I know this song did not come out this week, but it is noteworthy--I think his voice is so sexy, and I loved him on the voice. This song is so good and it is great to sing along with.



This week's obsessions

These are the things that I am completely obsessed with this week-

This week's song: Give me Everything-Pitbull ft. Neyo. This song is so good. I literally worked out for an hour to this song on repeat. It makes me want to dance my buxom backside off!

This website I found: It's a blog called le petit happy. I love EVERYTHING about it. The style of the pictures, her style, and her little inspirational posts--like the one below. Check it out!
http://lepetithappy.blogspot.com/

This snack: I recently have fallen in love with Sugar Free Strawberry jello cups. They are cool and delicious and I love that they are in their own cups, so it is a complete snack and no clean up! YUMMY!

See the good in all things!

The cutest little nugget in all the land

I took these videos last weekend of my nephew. I know I am rather partial, but I just think he is the cutest little thing. This is me bragging. So, watch my cute nephew will ya--

XOXOAT

Daily Inspiration

Benjamin Franklin’s Daily Schedule

I love myself some Benny Franks (a college joke) and when I saw this on Swiss Miss I loved it! Benny apparently loves lists and schedules as much as me and he loves to stay up late! I love the fact that he starts his day asking- What good shall I do this day and ends the day the same way. This is such a great piece inspiration. I hope you think this is as interesting as I do!

XOXO ASH

Kind of a Big Deal

Kind Of A Big Deal



Never despise small beginnings, and don’t belittle your own accomplishments. Remember them and use them as inspiration as you go on to the next thing. When you venture outside your comfort zone, wherever the starting point may be, it’s kind of a big deal.


- Chris Guillebeau, Kind Of A Big Deal

I just love this quote!

Mark it off-- #18 Work at a soup kitchen

I have had several people ask me how I was progressing with my list of 25 things to do while 25, and before now I have not been able to mark anything off of my list. I have just been doing a lot of planning. I am very excited to announce I can mark off my first item off of my list. Scratch off number

18. Serve a meal at a soup kitchen.
Date: March 6, 2011
Where: Embasy Of Hope (1316 West Webster)
Who did I attend with: The lovely Becca Jantz

I have always wanted to volunteer for something like this, but so far most of the opportunities have always come at a bad time. I love people and I honestly believe we show our love for God by how we love those around us. I definitely have a heart for these kinds of ministries and was very excited about putting my faith into action.

I rode with Jantzey to the location and made her pose for this picture in the freezing cold so I would have proof that this happened. So, after we finally got my camera to cooperate she warned me of the craziness that would greet us as we entered the door. I happen to thrive on such an atmosphere so I was looking forward to it. As we walked in we greeted the ladies cooking the food in the kitchen, and met the man who organizes this ministry. As we walked into the main area I was surprised to already see a crowd of people sitting at the tables, especially since it was around 10:30 and lunch would not be served until noon or later.

We quickly went to work counting out bags that would be filled with groceries for those who came to the meal.  As we were doing so a random guy kept trying to chat me up, but I was having difficulty counting and focusing on what he was saying. Yes, he was trying to be flattering but it was a rather awkward way of doing it.  I just tried to be friendly but not too friendly, because I could tell the slightest bit of approval would only result in way more awkwardness than even I can handle. After we counted out the bags  and safely deterred my new friend, we then met for the volunteer meeting and got our assignments for the rest of the day. Jantzey and I agreed to be servers, so after the message we would help distribute the meat loaf, mash potatoes, gravy, and salad that was being prepared in the kitchen. After we left the meeting their was a short devotion and several people came up to be prayed for. It was such a neat atmosphere having the volunteers talking  and praying with the wide cast of characters that was assembled.

 After the meal we got everything set up to serve the meal. I got my cafeteria lady on and served the mashed potatoes and Jantzey expertly added the gravy. It was weird to see that quantity of any food, as I placed it on the plates after a while my mind could not even recognize that it was food. Who can imagine 50 lbs of potatoes, sorry that is a side note-- you get it there was a lot of potatoes and food. After the meal was served and everyone got seconds who wanted them we helped clean up and then prepared to give out the bags of groceries. As we handed out the groceries I smiled and talked with people as they waited their turn. There were so many really nice people and it made my heart glad that we could give them a little bit of help. After all the bags were handed out we picked up and headed out.

I am so glad that I was able to help this organization. It was a great experience and I think I liked so much I will try to do this once a month. I think it was nice to get out of my comfort zone and really focus on the greater good that is going on around me. I may just be one person, but God can take a willing heart and able body and use it to be an ambassador of God's love. 

Stay tuned as I mark more things off of my list. 25 is going to be a great year for me I can just feel it!

XOAT

My theme song this week

This song has literally been everywhere this week-- so my theme song this week

SURVIVOR-Destiny's Child
(This song might be old school, but it makes me want to conquer the world when I hear it. I am a survivor, I'm gonna make it! Go ahead, Beyonce take it away!)

XOXO-ASH