Dear Diary,

Lately, everyone has had an opinion.
Voiced their thoughts on what move I should make next.
And what is my response you may ask, simply nod my head and listen.
Lately, I haven't been the one to express myself, voice my own opinion, or simply stand up for myself.
I just observe the present while it turns into the past.

I'm not entirely sure when I became the quite one.
If you know me at all, you've probably told me to shut up a time or two.

Truth be told, when I jumped into this big pond, I became timid out of hope for acception.
But at the end of the day, who wants to be accepted for something they are not?

You see.. the problem is in search for acceptation, I left myself behind.
I started to let my brain be believe some pretty unjust things.

Someone telling me,
your thighs are too thick,
your skin is too pale,
your belly is too plump,
your overbite is too noticeable,
your height is too short,
your feet are too square,
your hair is too boring,
you knowledge is too little,
your fingers are too stubby,
your face has too many spots.

Why is it that these words are LOUDER then the ones that are important?
The words that tell you,
you are beautiful,
you are intelligent,
you are healthy,
you are blessed,
you are unique,
you are loved,
you are cherished,
you are talented,
you are YOU!

The last six months I've been on a hunt to REdiscover myself & it hasn't been easy..

Digging deep to find out who I really am has brought some ugly traits to the surface.
I have come to realization that I can be proud, judgmental, and selfish. These qualities have left me with broken friendships and relationships. However, what I have learned; is that being aware and incompetent leads to being aware & competent. If you repent that is. Now I can focus on becoming a better me.

I am finding confidence in myself again. And no, not cocky or arrogant but confident.
I'm working on the me I want to be. Im ready to stand up for what I believe in and know when to bite my tongue. Taking this walk with Christ, I am learning to love myself so that I can love others.

This year hasn't exactly been the most comfortable for me. But stepping out of my comfort zone has been the best thing for me.

Im ready to follow MY heart and be MYself.

End of story.
xo, ao








Honestly, I wish my heart was a little more aggressive. I wish it was a little louder because I can't quite hear what it's trying to tell me.

but I am listening now.

Friday Favorites:

Hey Dolls, here are a few of my favorite things.

Enjoy!

Favorite Funny Quote:

Well it does make sense...

Favorite Photo:

Can you see them both? Audrey Hepburn/Natalie Portman

Favorite Creative Accessory: 

A penny for the year of birth of all your children. Someday I will do this. (not anytime soon)

Favorite Recipe:

Simply Two: 1 egg white, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/4 cup flour 1/4 heaped teaspoon baking powder, pinch of salt, 1 1/2 tablespoons milk Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a muffin pan with 2 liners.

Favorite Home Decor DIY:

Two of my favorite things, floral & vintage. 

Favorite Fantasy Get Away:

Something you may not know about me, I am truly fascinated by aquariums, 

so staying a night at the Nautilus Undersea Suite at The Poseidon Resort, Fiji 

would be a DREAM come true. 

Favorite Romantic Moment Photo:

If only I could go back to the 50's... sighhh

Favorite Book I am currently reading:

This book is absolutely amazing & might I add, Life Changing!

 If you don't believe in Heaven,

 let this little boy challenge your theories. 

Favorite Movie Scene & Quote:

Absolutely love the movie Despicable Me. 

If you know me well enough, you have heard me say the line from this scene,

"IT'S SO FLUFFY!!!" 

Favorite Parental Texting Fail:

I should have used this one when I got in trouble with my own mom when saying "WTF". 

Favorite Middle School Crush:

Jonathan Taylor Thomas. Need I say more?

Favorite Dog I want (as of right now):

This is a Newfie! And YES, this thing would be sleeping with me every night in my bed!

Well there you have it!

xoxo, Ashlee

FIrst day of Fall, Already?

Hey Guys,

If your anything like me your already counting down the days till summer. 

However, to help pass the time I love trying all the new trends for different seasons. 

Here's some must have trends I love for Fall 2011! 

1) Leather Skirts! This is my number one pick for the fall collection. I am still on the hunt for my own but I will be getting one asap. If your looking for one for yourself, check out Lauren Conrad leather skirt in her new line, Paper Crown. You can find her collection at Nordstrom! 

2) Boots! For all of you who don't live in Arizona,

 you probably need to keep your little piggies warm in the winter.

My favorite brand for boots is the one and only Steve Maddan.

Don't tell Steve but I have fallen in love with these Tory Burch camel riding boots.

3) Color Blocking! Call me old fashion but I like to match accordingly. 

However, one of the latest fads is color blocking! 

If I can take a step out of my confront zone and mismatch then you can too! 

4) Pleats! Pleated Skirts and dresses right now is a new fun way to be preppy.

Don't dig out your old cheerleading skirts! Instead try something more like this skirt. 

We have three different colored below the knee length skirts 

at Nordstrom BP and a fun party dress! 

Check it out at Nordstrom.com! 

5) Denim! This is the one trend that will never go out of style. 

Try a denim bottom up top. I have one from Urban Outfitters. 

I would wear it everyday if I could because you can wear it with any outfit!

Dress it up, make it casual, layer it up, or pile it on more denim like this outfit. 

Also, high waisted jeans!

If you have short legs like me wear them with a tucked in tee

 & make sure you have enough length to wear heels with them.

This gives the illusion that you grew 5 inches overnight!

However, if you do have long legs... More Power to You! 

(these high-waisted jeans are from Rachel Zoe's new collection)

6) Last but certainly not less, Patched Elbows! 

I love this look. I feel like I could put on one of these and instantly look smarter! 

If you end up getting a patched elbow sweater, cardigan, or blazer like this one

 try layering it up with a Denim Bottom-Up like the one I posted above!

Well, thats all folks. Happy Fall & tune in till next time.

xo, ashlee

Allow me to introduce myself...

Hi there!

My name is Ashlee.

Everything about me is really quite simple.

I love running and napping.

I eat very healthy with dessert after every meal.

I go to school because without it I'm a fool.

I talk to God more than anyone else.

My good manners are still in training.

I am 20 years young and still play dress up everyday.

I believe in behaving like a lady and playing like a kid.

Now, Please enjoy my blog.