Tv, Movies and The Decline of Blonde People.

Here are my tv/movie thoughts for the past month or so! Hope you enjoy :)

Tonight was a new episode of Glee. Gotta admit, it wasn't my favorite. The whole Kurt/Finn thing kinda freaked me out a little bit.... but such is life. Glee isn't normally the kind of show I would like, so I find it interesting that I actually like it. I'm not sure what it is about it that I like. I like Matthew Morrison, of course, but who wouldn't? I like the music as well, but obviously my favorite part is Sue Sylvester. She cracks me up every time she opens her mouth. I know she's cruel, but she's 100% hilarious. I think Glee brings something completely different to the table. I also have no doubt that they picked up on the fact that musicals are a big thing right now. Good for FOX...milk it while you can! I wasn't happy to see April back though, good Lord that woman gets on my last nerve! I say we keep her off. I'm ready for some good stuff to start happening. They need to bring a little more drama in. Let's all cross our fingers for a better episode next week.

Parenthood is one of my new favorite shows. Granted, I know I'm not a parent and thank God, I have a few years before I have to take that task on. I just love the family conflicts, they're pretty interesting. It also goes without saying that anything Lauren Graham stars in is probably going to be worth watching. Gilmore Girls is an all time favorite, so I had to get into Parenthood. So far, I think that Adam is my favorite character. I really admire the way he keeps his entire family together. It's a quality I wish I had. :) I feel like the entire cast is great, they all work well together! It's already been renewed for Season 2, so that leaves me with some peace that it's not going to get cancelled out of the middle of nowhere like The Deep End did.

Honestly though, I wasn't too devastated about The Deep End. ABC tends to come up with some off the wall shows that don't do well, so it wasn't surprising in the least that it was cancelled after 6 episodes. Grey's Anatomy is finally coming back with a new episode. It's been I don't even know how many weeks since a new one. It's about time! Honestly, I'm ready for them to pick up some drama or something, it's been getting boring. I couldn't even bring myself to watch last week's BONES. I'm SO bored with it! It was one of my all time favorites, but after I saw that they're just going to let this Booth/Bones chemistry drag on and on I just got sick of it and said "NO MORE!" The first few seasons were so good, I'm not sure what's happening lately, it's getting to the point of sheer frustration. Thank God, Lie To Me is returning in June! I'm ready for it too! I'm ready for something that is actually intriguing and with a story line that MOVES!

As for movies, there have been quite a few lately that are worth watching. One of my new favorites of all time, that I will no doubt buy and watch a hundred times is Leap Year. Matthew Goode and Amy Adams are a riot! I laughed my butt off and also felt a few tears at times. It was the perfect combination! It's definitely one for Romcom fans to check out! I guarantee you that you will NOT be disappointed! I was shocked at how little I've heard about this movie though, it's so great! Anyway..moving on!

Alright, I have to do it! I have to insert The Last Song. Now, the movie doesn't even begin to compare with the book. Then again, what movie every really does? I was thoroughly impressed by the book and yet still somewhat attached to the movie. Now, I know that anyone over the age of twelve with half a brain would say, "Miley Cyrus? Thanks, but no thanks." I can't say I disagree with you. I know she has some qualities that can be labeled annoying, but nevertheless she's a decent actress and she did relatively well for the part. Of course, Liam Hemsworth was precious and left us all asking at the end of the movie, "Really? That precious guy is dating Miley in real life?" It's still a mystery to me. Anyway, the movie left out a lot of key elements, in my opinion, but still it wasn't terrible. Now, ask a guy and he might would say something different. I'd say for anyone in the 13-25 range, you'd enjoy it!

Now, here's a genuine surprise! Remember Me. I saw the trailer for this movie and almost gagged. Everyone knows I'm not the biggest Robert Pattinson fan, but this movie just looked terrible. Even Jordan, who loves him was like,"It's going to be a terrible movie, but i'll see it anyway." I was pleasantly surprised at how this movie wasn't terrible! It was actually NOTHING like I expected it to be! It had depth, shock, intrigue...it had pretty much everything I thought it would lack! I was crazy surprised and somewhat blown away that Robert Pattinson could play in something exceptionally moving. Surprising as this may be, I can admit when I'm wrong and I was wrong to pre-judge this movie. It's worth seeing.

Last, but certainly not least is Letters to Juliet. This movie is currently on my list of "Movies to See." It comes out May 14, and I can't wait! I feel like it's going to be super cute and something I'll enjoy. It's a different kind of story and that's EXACTLY what I like to see. I'm also somewhat becoming a fan of Amanda Seyfried! I think this movie is going to be worth the $9.00 I'll spend on it, as well as the $9.00 I'll spend in gas to get to the theatre! The trailer looks darling and of course we must value that there are two blonde people in this movie. Blonde people are sadly going extinct. I seriously believe that probably by 2030, there will be only a few of them left. Brunettes are beginning to dominate, so we best enjoy this blonde romance while we can! We also must encourage it, perhaps if more blonde people get together they can reproduce and rebuild the declining population of blondes. Mm, then again, i'm not sure if that would be a good thing or not.

Well, these are my current thoughts. Take them at face value, but also check out these shows and movies on your own. If you have reason to argue...I dare say, argue! This is just me: "SPEAKING AS A COMPLETELY OBJECTIVE THIRD PARTY OBSERVER WITH ABSOLUTELY NO PERSONAL INTEREST IN THE MATTER... "

Love!

chances are waiting to be taken....

This weekend started off interesting. Mom and Dad skipped town to visit the eldest of their children and I was left to fend for myself. Luckily, my cooking and cleaning skills are top notch, so everything went without a hitch. ;) I cooked a delicious alfredo sauce and poured it over penne. A salad and some bread tied it all together and it was all just perfect. Later that night I had some midnight pancakes, which i also made myself. I was becoming quite the little Martha Stewart. I woke up relatively early and went into Helping Hands. Today was my day to volunteer! It was so great being there and praying with people, it was awesome! Then my little piece of bliss ended when the parents returned home, but of course I love them and wasn't TOO bummed to see them ;). I'm glad to see they had a good time! So, then I went and saw Remember Me with a few friends. I didn't think I would like it AT ALL, but it was actually decent. I'm not going to lie, it was COMPLETELY different than what I expected. I thought it was a great story though. Tonight, I've just hung around the house and spent time with the parents, they're pretty great. As for tomorrow, it looks like it's going to be a busy busy day! :) I'm excited because the Grims from Mexico are here and will be speaking at church! I can't tell you how wonderful it will be to have them here! I feel like tomorrow is going to be the day that things in life begin to shift and I start to see some breakthrough. At least, I'm believing it by faith!! I hope you all had a great weekend!

Love!

alphabetical venting.

I would like to say that today consisted of about 15 million things it shouldn't have. I just want to list a few points for all of those people out there who lack common sense. To be honest, i cannot imagine how you've survived this long.

a) if your skirt has a slit in it up to your waist...don't pull it apart and get surprised when your butt hangs out. then don't be surprised when i get a face like i'm going to toss my din din. i'm sorry, but i can't imagine what provokes a person to do something that insane in the mcdonalds parking lot.

b) if you are a guy...do not think that by yelling out of your rusty/raggedy truck window "hey baby....@#$(@*#$(* (insert inappropriate words)" like some grungy redneck that you're going to get a reaction. do you expect me to get out of my car at the stoplight and hop in your manure covered ride? come on....what are these county schools teaching you fools?

c) don't flip your nappy hair at me and make a smart alec comment and get that "OMG" face like you don't understand why i don't want to go "chill" with you. your cold heart is just a little TOO chilly for this girl...

d) if you are going to hammer....hammer at a steady, unwavering beat... do not do two taps that could not flatten a marshmallow and then start banging the nail like you are angry at it for not going in and start beating the blessed thing until it feels like my home is in an earthquake. it's not the nail's fault, sir.

e) if you are 40...then you are not 16. i'm sorry to blow that crap wide open.

f) why, yes! i do want to listen to ALL of your problems and not talk about anything i'm going through!! how did you know?

g) no one cares how obsessed you are with justin bieber...seriously, no one.

h) when you roll your eyes in public...people do see you.

i) i do not give a flying fart about your cafe, your farm, your mafia or your HUGZ, BEARS or HEARTS on facebook. do not send them to me; i do not want them.

j) at 17 you do not know everything (nor do you at 18...or 21..etc) don't overpower older, wiser people who actually have something to say that is worthy of hearing.

k) if i buy something....at least buy it in a different color. i do not want to be barbie's best friend Kim or whatever her name was... i don't want to be matchy-matchy. it's not cute.

l) being white and acting gangster isn't cool. it's just ridiculous. you grew up in a $200,000 house. don't tell me how hood you are, because the only hood you've seen is the one on the Ralph Lauren jacket you're wearing.

m) i have survived without an iphone...so yes, yes it's possible.

n) if you vote for a president..and don't like his decisions, that's pretty much your fault.

o) making a scene doesn't make you cool...it makes you 5.

p) they do make shirts that cover your future child's source for food... they make them, i promise.

q) I don't care what you're a fan of. I am so sick of 1,000,000 things that say ________ became a fan of i LoVe YoU* U mAkE mE sMiLe* ....you are ruining facebook for all of us.

r) I don't need to see 15 pictures of you from 15 different angles with your head sideways and your peace sign.

s) the word legit is not a word, it's an abbreviation.....it stands for legitimate! please use it in the correct context.

t) if your status says "hit me up" then expect me to smack you in the head, not call you.

u) if you run your inside jokes into the ground around people that weren't there to experience them...we're not going to laugh.

v) when you're going through a hard time and you use "fml" you just cursed your own life...don't be surprise if more crap comes your way.

w) SERIOUSLY, I do not want to waste my life quoting youtube videos with you.

x) congratulations, you got wasted this weekend and put your pictures on facebook. it must be good to be you.

y) if you facebook chat me...i'm not going to carry the conversation. if i wanted to do that, i would've chatted you first.

z) saying you're married to someone of the same sex on facebook is the reason why facebook started out for college people only. if you want us to assume your homosexual, then alright.


no offense intended. okay, that was a lie...maybe a little. i just wanted to vent. if you're offended, i'm sorry, i still love you.

This is so perfect for this EXACT moment.

When you try your best, but you don't succeed

When you get what you want, but not what you need

When you feel so tired, but you can't sleep

Stuck in reverse

And the tears come streaming down your face

When you lose something you can't replace

When you love someone, but it goes to waste

Could it be worse?

Lights will guide you home

And ignite your bones

And I will try to fix you

And high up above or down below

When you're too in love to let it go

But if you never try you'll never know

Just what you're worth

Lights will guide you home

And ignite your bones

And I will try to fix you

Tears stream down on your face

When you lose something you cannot replace

Tears stream down on your face

And on your face I...

Tears stream down on your face

I promise you I will learn from my mistakes

Tears stream down on your face

And on your face I...

Lights will guide you home

And ignite your bones

And I will try to fix you

Depressing? Okay, maybe a little. BUT I don't know...something about it just resonates with me right now. I know, I cannot lose hope and I cannot let go of the promises of God. He is GOOD, he will ALWAYS be good and he has a plan :) goodnight.

:)

First off, I missed Glee tonight. I can watch it online later though, so i'll get over it. Next order of business. I serve an awesome God. I am kicking myself in the face for ever doubting him. He is so good to me and I love him. He is my refuge and my strength and he does things that my mind cannot even comprehend. I love everything about him and I know that in spite of my stupid stupid stupid mistakes, he will make everything work together for my good. I can only say that he is an awesome God and he blows everything i can imagine out of the water. I am one blessed person!

Tomorrow is going to be a good day, I can feel it in my bones :) I serve an awesome God and I choose to get up and enjoy every second I get to spend with him.

it's tuesday!

Rambling: So today is the day that the new Sean Mcconnell comes out. Problem being it's not on itunes so I had to order it. It ships out today, so i'll get it in a couple of days!! :) Also, GLEE comes back on tonight. I for one am freakin' excited, I am a huge Gleek! Other things are happening today, but you know....it's all chill. Mmhmm, yep sure enough. I don't know what i'm going to do for the next couple of hours, but i'll find something. I want all of you to know that I am super paranoid about my computer getting dirty. It happens with a white computer though. I'm thinking about investing in some kind of wipes or maybe a magic eraser? Anyway, just thought you should know. I really need to do laundry! It's piling up to the ceiling, but I am just far too lazy.

Now down to business:

I woke up this morning smelling my dad. Isn't that weird? I just kept laying there thinking, "why does it smell like Dad in here?" Then I had the craziest and I mean CRAZIEST revelation about it. God pretty much said..."Well, i'm your Father, but you don't identify a specific smell with me. You do have one that you identify your earthly Father. I wanted you to know that your Heavenly Father is all around you today. Every time you smell your Dad today, know that my touch is with you. I am with you in every breath you take and in every word you say." I know that is by far one of the strangest things to happen, but it means more to me than I know how to explain to you. God is with me and I know he is watching over me. At the most random times today, I get the biggest whiff of that scent and I know God is working! I am so thankful that he is next to me, I love him so much.

I hope you all have a wonderful day. I hope your day is full of the fragrance and touch of your Heavenly Father.

Ashlin

health, healing and happiness are coming :)

So this weekend..I ruined my health kick. Not so much a surprise, but I do plan to start back tomorrow. Truthfully, I feel icky from eating all the crap... I couldn't even finish an entire milkshake today....which is monumental, that has never happened to me before.

I spent the weekend with some pretty amazing people, who I love a lot. Carly and I went back to our country roots and jammed in her car while blasting country music and wearing our cowboy hats! It made my life so much brighter. We ate at Panera Bread today, which let me just say is WAY overpriced, but whatever. Then everyone decided they wanted to go to the park. Which was fine, but I was determined to go buy pants/shorts before because who goes to the park in a skirt? Not me. I still don't know what was so amusing about my wanting pants? Eh, glad I could be of some amusement :)

Now, I'm going to shower, read and rest. I'm going to gear up for the upcoming week full of health, healing and happiness. There will be health (due to my health kick), healing (due to some things i can't really talk about right now... AND the fact that Jesus is doing a lot in me..) and happiness because of two things. GLEE is coming back on Tuesday...AND Sean McConnell's cd releases on Tuesday! A lot of good things are happening on Tuesday, which is so funny because Tuesdays are normally the WORST for me. It's time that changes though... :)

Anyway, hope you all had a GREAT weekend! I love you!

"sing me a song from the stars..."

Today is day 4 of the health kick and it's getting a little easier and a little more difficult. The exercise was hard today. My calves are burning like you would not even believe. I'm learning to deal with the healthier choices though...and I feel good about them. I don't sit around feeling super guilty and worrying that i'm going to be 300 lbs.

I'm sitting on my porch again, but it's obvious a storm is going to come soon. It's still warm though and quite nice. Not to mention, without the sun shining it's soo much easier to see my laptop screen. I'm about to listen to Sean McConnell's new cd, "Saints, Thieves, Liars" in it's entirety! It's streaming live on KNBT! I'm so so excited! It's going to be one of the most exciting experiences! YAYYY! HERE IT COMES! IT'S STARTING NOW! I'm hoping the storm will hold off for a little longer so I can enjoy this cd out on the porch :)

I'm at a really good place in my life right now...and even though I'm stressing a little about some upcoming things, I know God has them in his hands! I also have a lot to pray about, which is just exciting in itself. GOD IS SO GOOD! I love him so very much!

BONES comes on tonight! I'm SOO excited! This is the 100th episode and supposedly what us BONES lovers have been waiting for!!! I hope i'm not disappointed! :)

love you all! have a blessed night!

relaxing

I'm sitting outside on my porch, drinking lemonade and relaxing in the sun. It's seriously one of the most peaceful and wonderful things I've done in a long time.

I have been doing well on my health kick today. I haven't gone on my run yet, I normally go at sundown. I'm not sure if i'll be able to go tonight due to church. I was going to go at 7 this morning, but as I figured...it didn't happen. It's much too hot to run right now, hence why I am not running now. I guess I could go after church, but I would have to take my dad and walk. I may do that, I don't know yet.

Even though i'm sitting in one of the most peaceful places at one of the most beautiful times of year....I still have a little bit that isn't settled within me. I can't really disclose to the world why, but I know it must be taken care of. I usually don't lack boldness in the least, but today...I do. I'm just asking the Holy Spirit to give me the words and strength to do what I need to do. Ugh, unfortunately when I think about all of it....I want to regurgitate my sub from subway.

It's so cute, my dog is sprawled out on the porch with me and she looks so content as the wind blows in her face and she just relaxes. This is just a perfectly, truly wonderful moment. I should and will most definitely do this more often.

I hope all of you have a WONDERFUL Wednesday! :)

health kick-day 2

So today was day 2 of my health kick...(if you didn't gather that from the title of this post) I feel very accomplished. I ate pretty light today and of course went running again. Running was a little bit easier today. You know my favorite thing about running? When people pass me they always give me that friendly/neighborly nod. It just makes my life better.

Speaking of my life being better. Today was a good day, for the most part. I had a lot of things released and I know the Lord is working on A LOT inside of me. It's refreshing and exciting! My cousin also came in and told me how much he loves and misses me (even though its only been 2 days since i've seen him). It just MADE MY DAY. I have decided you can NEVER be told you are loved enough. It's just like water to a dry desert of a soul.

Tomorrow, I'm planning to eat more. I didn't eat enough today and that's just not smart. Plus, my stomach is about to eat itself now that it's 11:26, but I am resisting! I will drink water....yuck.

Hope all of you had a great Tuesday! Love you all!

Monday's aren't all that bad...

So, I'm not sure if you've ever met anyone named Ashlin besides me...(and no Ashlyns, Ashleys, Ashlands, etc. do not count). But I have discovered something, people named Ashlin are not commonly liked. I'm not sure what we have done to deserve this, but I just feel like that when people see the name "Ashlin" they immediately go..."hmmph, no thanks." Maybe I'm paranoid. According to a psychological test I took, I am 80% paranoid...(and thanks to that test 90% more self conscious!) Anyway, I just felt like you all should know this.

I am quite proud of myself. I woke up today and got a shower and went to the movies with Sarah. We saw "Why Did I Get Married Too". To be truthful, it wasn't NEARLY as good as the first one. Actually, I was quite disappointed. Then we went to Sunrise Grille and I had a chicken salad sandwich and a salad. It was beyond delicious, just incase you were wondering.

Afterwards, I came home and dug into Erynn Mangum's new book "Cool Beans". I just finished about 10 minutes ago. It was super cute and I was thoroughly impressed, as I always am with her stories. I recommend her books to all females, you will love them! Then I went for a run! I know, I know! I do not run or exercise, but I am turning over a new leaf, so we'll see how that goes! It felt super refreshing to actually know that I didn't sit on my bum all day.

Then my dog had an "accident" and decided to smear it's green remnants in the carpet, which I got the joy of cleaning up. Then, I flooded my nose with lethal amounts of Febreeze...which just adds to the allergy war the pollen outside is engaging my nose in.

I suppose now I will do a few things and hit the sack. I am going to attempt to wake up dangerously early and go to a Bible Study breakfast. If I make it, I'm probably going to reward myself with something life changing...especially if I do that AND run tomorrow. I might reward myself with a Patrick Dempsey or Jonny Lee Miller movie. ;)

Goodnight!

"Knightley, save me..I've been feeling so alone. I keep waiting for you, but you never come."

Today, we are watching Emma....yes, again. I think Jordan did this to me to make me want to cry. Jonny Lee Miller is by far the most amazing Knightley (in my opinion, that is). Watching him on screen makes me greatly wish he were the same off screen (and about 15 years younger). I'm quite fond of Rupert Evans as well, but he is certainly no Miller. You know what else I was thinking? Why is everything about Romeo? There are songs written about him every 5 minutes and he is the center of attention. Why doesn't anyone write songs about Knightley? What was Taylor Swift thinking when she wrote Love Story? It should've been about Knightley. Maybe she's just never seen Emma; perhaps, I should tweet her about that.

Back to my point.. I'm miserable with grief watching this! It makes me want to runaway to vegas... which also introduces the problem, who would I run with? hmmm....such is my sad life! :)

Enough whining for today, now I'm moving on to other randomness that will probably not interest you. I'm reading "The Last Song" and well, it's okay so far. I enjoyed the movie, but I have a feeling the book is probably much more detailed. I have to say, I love Nicholas Sparks' stories, but not so much his style of writing; but, who am I to criticize one of the most successful writers of this time? I am also waiting on the new Erynn Mangum book, "Cool Beans" to arrive in the mail. It should be here by Monday! I can't wait! I absolutely loved her Lauren Holbrook series, so I can't wait to go on a new adventure with a new character of hers.

Insert a side note as I watch Emma: Mr. Elton gets on my LAST nerve. He is the embodiment of a few people I know and oh, he just gets under my skin. I want to throw him on his not so royal rump!

Alright, well I'm off to enjoy Emma and hang out with my dog and sister! Much Love and HAPPY EASTER! He has risen....if nothing else, even if you're depressed about not having your Knightley...just rejoice because HE is alive and he loves you.

You Had To Be There

1. Put Your ipod on Shuffle (or playlist for me haha)
2. For each question, press the next button to get your answer.
3. You must write that song name down no matter how silly it makes you look.

Just for fun...

IF SOMEONE SAYS "IS THIS OKAY"?
"Miserable at Best" Mayday Parade

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF?
"Temporary Home" Carrie Underwood

WHAT IS YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE?
"Fire and Rain" Mat Kearney

WHAT DO YOUR FRIENDS THINK OF YOU?
"If you're reading this" Tim Mcgraw

WHAT DO YOUR PARENTS THINK OF YOU?
"Lovesick Mistake" Erin McCarley (hahaha)

WHAT DO YOU OFTEN THINK ABOUT?
"Why Georgia?" John Mayer

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE PERSON YOU LIKE?
"Here We Go" Mat Kearney

WHAT IS YOUR LIFE STORY?
"American Living" Rascal Flatts

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP?
"Songs Like This" Carrie Underwood

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF WHEN YOU SEE THE PERSON YOU LIKE?
"There's Your Trouble" Dixie Chicks (ha!)

WHAT WILL YOU DANCE TO AT YOUR WEDDING?"
"Keep On" Tyler Hilton (hmm..prob not! haha)

WHAT WILL YOU HAVE YOUR FIRST DANCE TO?
"Rockferry" Duffy (no, thanks)

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR BOYFRIEND/GIRLFRIEND?
"The Mixed Tape" Jacks Mannequin

WHAT WILL THE NAME OF THIS NOTE BE?
"You Had to Be There" Tim Mcgraw