The End.

 I've been thinking about new things to write about. I've been drawing a blank. My thoughts are so jumbled together at the moment that the only way to think clearly is to write out lists. Do one thing at a time. One thought at a time. Then you do the next thing. Which reminds of me that song in Frozen 2. Do the next right thing. 

School is starting soon and I can't deal with the conversations anymore. It's all exhausting. 2020 has been so exhausting. There's so much negativity and toxic words just in the air. I even feel like a broken record just blogging about it now.
I keep thinking of the movie "Tomorrowland" at the end of the movie the reason there was no hope for humanity was because all they ever did was completely consume themselves with the negative in the world. "Wars, famine, global warming, Save the dolphins, save the bees, save the children!"

With all the negativity you snuff out the light, the hope. It's not all fire and brimstone folks. There's love, compassion, truth, grace, mercy etc. 

I'm taking myself out of that narrative. I'm pulling a Taylor Swift. 

"Look what you made me do" 

I don't watch the news. 

I don't believe its the END of the world. However, every day we come closer to it. 

I won't go down the rabbit holes of conspiracy theories. 

I won't live in fear. But I will wear a mask.

 

The End. 

 

 

Cheers to 2020

I'm writing this on the last day in my house before they pack up my computer. 

I've had a good long break from blogging and even some social media. I've had some time to reevaluate things. I'm implementing some new things this year. It's not only a new year but a new decade. I'm saying goodbye to the old ways, the old way of thinking. Making a conscious effort to reach goals, personal and professional. 

The changes you will see right off the bat are within this blog. I've been doing this blog for about 8 years. From the beginning it was a creative outlet for me. I loved sharing my personal style, my hobbies, home decor, and family adventures.  Then I started getting wrapped in what I should be posting, how often I should be posting,  a "keeping up with the Jones's mentality." Even getting caught up with the copycatters out there. As frustrating as all that can be it deterred me from my passion. I shied away from what brought me into this world in the first place. I doubted myself, I compared myself, I've felt left out and even invisible. 

This life has the ups and downs and the good and the bad. 

So here we are in 2020. New year. New Rules!

I am pushing out Fashion Friday. I am now going to be posting whenever and whatever I want. I am still going to post the favorites. Fashion of course, but also some new elements. 

So goodbye Georgia!

You've been good to me.

I took big steps here. I stepped out of my comfort zones. I grew a lot, I challenged myself. Watched my kids grow. Next time you will be seeing me I will be at our next duty station. 

In the mean time you can still follow on instagram @ashley.reed or @ashleyreedmusic

Fashion Friday {On vacation}

 This month has been nonstop traveling. I just got back from Alabama and California and now we are off to Florida for the weekend. I'm not sure I like back to back traveling. I think I plan on taking the whole month of December off. 

On a side note I finished recording my EP and I will be revealing the release date soon. I'm so excited to have this collection of songs recorded and about to be turned over to the world. It's my heart and soul in these songs and I'm nervous but so excited to have created something special. I hope you guys feel the same way too! Stay tuned!

Have a great weekend!

Hat: Forever21, Sweater: Ross dress for less, Boots: Urbanog, Skirt: Forever21

Fashion Friday {Just call me a Nashie and call it a day!}

As you can see I am a week late in my fashion post. 

Last week got away from me because we had a little sleepover party for R's birthday. What should've been an easy party ended up being a big ordeal. I can't help myself! Even with the smallest, simplest part. I have to add my little touches to make it special. Of course my battery would be dead when it came time to take pictures. All I got was my phone pictures. I was pretty bummed!


I got this tshirt at the ZZ Ward concert this last October! It is by far the best tee shirt I've ever worn. If I could get these type of shirts for whenever I go on tour that would be amazing!


Anyway, on to the Friday festivities!
The hubby is leaving soon and so he decided to whisk me away to Nashville for the weekend!! I have the best hubby in the world. Just sayin!!  Can't wait to do some more exploring there with my little family. Happy Friday everyone!!

Sweater: Forever21, Skirt: Charlotte Russe, Shirt: ZZWard concert Tee, Necklace: Wet Seal, Hat: Forever21