Day 3: My first love...
Hmmm.... this is going to be a difficult subject to write about. Only because I can't exactly pinpoint my first love. And does first love mean the first relationship I had where love was returned? Or does it mean MY first love-- the person I first loved, even unrequited? I'm not sure.
Even so, I often go back and forth in defining feelings I've had for boys in the past. I suppose this is why I'm having such a hard time deciding who my first love is. After relationships I've always questioned myself. Did I really love them? Or did I just think I loved them? Was I in love? Or did I just love them as a best friend?
For as long as I can remember, I've been the girl that falls for the guy best friend. And while I agree with Emily (that you should marry your best friend and most great relationships start with friendship), I often found myself in relationships that just weren't satisfying. These guys were my best friends and we always had a blast, but most of the time it was missing that spark.
I had several crushes and one-week-relationships during the middle school years. Was one of them my first love? I dunno. My first relationship or real-life boyfriend was in 9th grade with a boy named Alex... who remained one of my best friends throughout all our high school years. I know, imagine that?
We had a dramatic 15-year-old break up and my heart was broken. I suppose I'll give him my first love credit. :)
Day 3
Day 2
Day 2: Meaning behind your blog name.
I'm sorry to say that this may not be so interesting.
The origin of "redshoes" goes back to sometime in high school. My dad decided to make the family some email addresses. In high school, I owned a pair of red Converse tennis shoes. I also had a pair of black ones, gray ones, and blue ones. The reds were my absolute favorite though. I probably wore them the most.
Anywho-- the day Dad made my email address, I was wearing said shoes. And thus the domain redshoes was born. I was actually a pretty huge fan of it. I love those shoes. I love red. And I also love the Wizard of Oz (I'm talking about the movie of course since the book is about silver shoes) where there are not only red shoes, but sparkly, ruby RED shoes. It's one of my all-time faves.
When I created my blogger account, I used redshoes again for lack of creativity. And the 33 at the end isn't original either. 33 = March 3, the day of my birth.
So, there you have it! redshoes33
Day 1
1. This picture was taken out of sheer boredom while waiting for the boyfriend to come pick me up for a Mississippi adventure.
2. I'm a preschool teacher. I have feelings about this profession and working in childcare that I'm going to keep to myself. Just know that I am one.
3. I just started a fitblr called kbyefat. Fitting, dontcha think?
4. My boyfriend, James, seriously lights up my life.
5. I like Girl Scout cookies entirely too much. Tagalongs are #1 and Thin Mints bring it on in with a close second. Those are 2 reasons I need to continue with kbyefat. It's also a good thing these cookies make an appearance in my life for a limited time only-- once a year.
6. I just realized I've taken up the most room so far talking about cookies. COOKIES. I do have a problem.
7. I wish I had more time to sit around, look out the window, and paint.
8. Even though I often feel trapped, I'm one of the most blessed people I know.
9. I worked in clothing retail for 3 months this past holiday season. It was one of the most mindless, boring things I've ever done. I hate folding clothes now. Especially sweaters.
10. I'm thinking about trying to write some children's books. Know any good illustrators?
11. Hand written notes, cards, and letters are like treasures to me. I keep them forever and it has always been one of the quickest ways to my heart.
12. I can often be a Bitter Betty but I try my very best to laugh off any difficult situation that comes my way.
13. I'm allergic to dogs and cats.... I don't like them. And even if I happened to not be allergic, I still don't think I'd like them.
14. My parents bought me a Wii for my birthday. Once I figure out how to get it to show up on the TV, I'm sure I'll have a blast! ;)
15. I have grand notions and can't stand it when one decides to burst my bubble. Just let me be naive and dream, won'tcha?
30 Day Challenge
Alright, kiddos. I'm trying this challenge thing... since we all know how great I am at updating and/or finding awesome things to blog about. Cliche'? Maybe. Teener-Bopperish? Of course. Don't care. Get ready for some greatness!
Day 1: Introduce, recent picture of yourself, 15 interesting facts
Day 2: Meaning behind your blog name
Day 3: Your first love
Day 4: Your parents
Day 5: A song to match your mood
Day 6: A picture of something that makes you happy
Day 7: Favorite movies
Day 8: A place you've traveled to
Day 9: A favorite picture of your best friend
Day 10: Something you're afraid of
Day 11: Favorite tv shows
Day 12: Something you don't leave the house without
Day 13: Goals
Day 14: A picture of you last year - how have you changed?
Day 15: Bible verse
Day 16: Dream house
Day 17: Something you're looking forward to
Day 18: Favorite Place to Eat
Day 19: Something you miss
Day 20: Nicknames
Day 21: Favorite Picture of yourself of ALL TIME Why?
Day 22: What's in your purse?
Day 23: Favorite Movie
Day 24: Something you've learned
Day 25: Put your iPod on shuffle, first 10 songs
Day 26: Your Dream Wedding
Day 27: Original Photo of the city you live in
Day 28: Something that stresses you out
Day 29: 3 Wishes
Day 30: a picture of yourself this day and 5 good things that happened since you started the challenge
Kbye, 2010.
Here's pictorial evidence I had somewhat of a life in 2010. I did a post like this last year, too.
January was the month I took my very last class at Freed. I spent two fun-filled weeks with Emily in the Priv House where we told each other ridiculous life stories, ate delicious cake, and discovered one of the most entertaining songs ever.
Happy Ham Day
I've not blogged... in a really, really long time. And don't let this post get your hopes up either. This will probably be the last blog for a really, really long time as well.
I would say happy turkey day but I'm not a fan of turkey. It's dry.... and just not that tasty. I'd rather have ham. So, happy ham day! Ooooh, or dressing. Happy dressing day? Meh. We'll just go with Happy Thanksgiving.
As the holiday season has already come upon us (can you believe how this year has flown by?), I probably won't have a spare minute until after Christmas. Let me tell you why! Two days ago, I got a second job working in retail for the holidays. I know, I know. I've already questioned my sanity for making this decision about a million times already. Who am I!??!? I don't even know anymore. The Ashley I know wouldn't be caught dead in a shopping mall on the busiest shopping day of the year. Nope! Not me! Except for this one time I'm going to be working a 12 hour shift in a mall on Black Friday. What have I done? Hah, I think it will be good-- good money and good experience. Let's hope so anyway.
It's Thanksgiving and I sure do have a ton to be thankful for. This wasn't the Thanksgiving I thought I was going to have, but it has been good nonetheless. Dad and Timbo came down and it's been nice to spend time with them.
You know what? I'm thankful for my family. I mean, really. I've been blessed with 2 wonderful parents. Parents who have not only taken great care of me my whole life, but have also given me great genes. I know that sounds weird... but it's true. I'm intelligent and pick up on things quite easily, I have a good memory, and I'm pretty cute. :) That's all because my parents are smart and awesome and gave me good genes. My Momma is just precious and I don't know one person who doesn't like her. I wish she could have come down here for Thanksgiving. My Dad and I had a very good talk today. He always has big plans, great ambitions and vision for the future. He's already built one business that is successful and growing and always has more plans in the works. I'm so thankful to have him to teach me to dream big and motivate me to do more. I've got a pretty awesome little brother, too. He's funny and is one of my favorite people to laugh with.
Just Call Me Miss Ashley :)
A lot has happened since my last post! The months of job searching finally ceased when I was offered a teaching position at a preschool. Yes, I have my very first, real life, big-girl job.