I just got a phone call, which proceeded as follows: Caller: “I’d like to speak to Ashley.” Me: “This is Ashley.” Caller: “I’m with Montana State University and I’m trying to clear up an account balance of $200 for tuition.” Me: pause “Where?” Caller: “Montana State University.” Me: “I’m confused. I’ve never been to Montana.” Caller: “Are the last four digits of your social ****?” Me: relieved “No, that’s not me.” Caller: “I’m sorry.” hangs up It kind of reminds…
(Originally written at Onward, Christian Soldier) Recently I’ve been struggling to come to terms with the fact that I am single. I so desire to be married, but I remain firmly convinced that God wants me single right now. Of course, some find being single liberating and are very comfortable, but I honestly am a romantic and dependant on others. I find it difficult to be grown-up and alone, without the constant support from a husband. Even thought I know…
I spent my first day of 2006 watching a marathon for Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Even though I enjoyed it immensely, watching three hours of TV gave me the worst headache and I ended up just sleeping the rest of the evening/night. Today I decided to get organized and worked on my 2006 budget. I got a little discouraged to look at my finances the past 6 months and realize that my expenses have been exceeding my income. Well, not…
I think handmade gifts are some of the best gifts to receive (and give!). This year, I was given for Christmas two special gifts. This first was a wooden toy train, especially handmade for me by my grandfather. The other is going to make many people laugh. My parents found an old cat bed, and worked with my grandparents to fix it up, make a cushion and pillow and dust ruffle, all for me and my babies (of course). I…
I made it! It was quite a trip… I’d really rather not go into it, but God really didn’t want me to leave on Tuesday so He did everything possible to delay my trip. I was able to get out Wednesday morning, and made it down here in 7 hours. Yay! And for those who think I speed, I set the cruise to 75 and didn’t mess with it for the rest of the trip. I only stopped once for…