Friday, December 12, 2008

some pictures

Here are a TON of pictures that I have neglected to share with my blogging friends and family. Sorry about that. we've got ty's bday, Halloween, thanksgiving, another bday party, randomness and a stolen gnome..so enjoy.

Tyler, Jamie, Kala, and Hannah. (beth armsheimer photography)









They all had the cutest costumes! (beth Armsheimer photography)




















Tyler very much enjoyed the Elmo cake that Aunt christine made for him. I dont blame him though. it was amazing! Cousin Saige and Jason having fun. this picture cracks me up!











Gnome!!! There might be a Ransom involved. we haven't decided yet ;0)













After Tylers bday we had a little Halloween bash.

There is something V forgot to tell everyone..hehe. jk. she made a great Juno though! And we cant forget Justins awesome costume as sweeny Todd!













Tanya was a pretty butterfly and shannon was a...uhhhhh. i dont know but she looked pretty awesome too! lol little zeke was the cutest lion I had ever seen and mom and dad were tribes people...?












Randomness is wonderful. They tried to take a nice family picture but very funny uncle mike decided to jump in. He looks like a turtle. I think this is the first picture i ever took with cousin kyle..maybe we took some when we were younger?




one of my favorite picture. myself shann and tan. I love these girls! And yes i know. The picture of tan and I is probably the most attractive thing you have ever seen. try to contain yourself.












AHH! sorry. he's a scary little gnome. sneaks up on my all the time!










The many faces of Tyler. Just so you know. there is no noise coming out. its just a face. And sometimes he thinks he's a rock star. Hence the faux hock and the lip thing. He's pretty hardcore.












How could you not love this face. He is to much












Now to our little family photoshoot. All of these are done by the amazing Bethany Armsheimer. Not just the best photographer you will ever meet. She is a great friend and amazing person. I know ive said it before. but I love her!











































Tuesday, December 09, 2008

thinking back.


And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. Romans 8:28


I don't normally blog about what I'm feeling. It feels silly to do that sometimes. Its easier to just put up some pictures and write about whats going on in them. But right now I have so many thoughts going on that I feel like I'm going to go crazy. yes.. I know, very dramatic. But its the truth. I don't even know if I want to write about it on here. Or if I even should. So I'm thinking that this blog might not make a lot of sense to a lot of you since I'm pretty sure it will be lacking in detail.



Don't get me wrong. Life is great! I have an amazing husband and son. Jason loves me and takes care of me. He is my best friend. I wouldn't as for more. . . I have a beautiful little boy that cracks me up. He is simply amazing! . I have a wonderful church full of people that I adore. Great friends that treat me the way I should be treated and don't give up. seriously, I'm thankful for so many things..so many people. I'm thankful that I have a Lord that loves me so much, that he forgives me and loves me....even when I cant forgive. . .

Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.



people talk about having a wall if front of them. that keeps them from moving forward and keeps them from seeing what is really in front of them. Is it possible for that wall to come and go as it pleases? Or is it always there? What gives me the right to pick and chose the right people to forgive and at what time? Who am I to sit and feel sorry for myself over STUPID things that life throws at me.


Philippians 2.3,4
"Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit,but with humility of mind let each of you regard one another as more important than himself;Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others."




I feel so selfish. Here I get upset over past friendships, money, my bad haircut, my weight....always afraid of what people think about me..When someone I love has to deal with so much more. Things far worst then I have ever gone through. If I could take everything that has happened to her and put it on me I would. Because I would never wish it on anyone. Ive typed out so many different ways of saying this..but nothing really seems to sound right. I'm just upset with myself for not being able to forgive old friends for stupid reasons when this person I love has to one day forgive a monster. Because if she doesn't it will always be there. I cant fathom how hard that will be. All the petty things don't seem to matter anymore when I think of all she has been through. And everything that she will have to deal with in April and probably for the rest of her life. I just pray that she knows how much we all love her and that we are all here for her. That God will take care of her and help her if she will let him.

The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

Even if the judgement in April doesn't go exactly the way we want it to. just remember that God will take care of you. and God will "take care" of this man. He is the ultimate judge and will give this man what he deserves. .


Psalm 75:6-7
No one from the East or the West or from the desert can exalt a man. But it is God who judges: He brings one down, he exalts another.




Psalm 46"

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging."

Tuesday, December 02, 2008

Well hello Christmas!



I know we say this every year..But can you believe its Christmas already!? Time has passed so quickly and our little guy is now on his second Christmas. He was so little last year. Just starting to smile. I remember that night like it was yesterday. Now its almost Christmas again and he just starting to walk and say new words. The other day Tanya was here and Ty was playing with his toys. He looked up and said "OH WOW!" It was great! I really do consider those to be his first words/phrase.

Anyway, back to Christmas. Its time to break out the boxes of Christmas decor and purchase an amazingly huge Christmas tree. We actually have room for on this year! I can see it now. Tyler attempting to eat the fallen pine needles and curiously pulling all the ornaments off the bottom of the tree. I'm excited for these small things because it means new memories. And yes. We do plan on taking him to see Santa. I
have a feeling it wont go as well this year as it did the last. ;0)


last Year Jason and I showed up to my Grandmas house to find that we missed out on singing Christmas carols with my family! I heard it was hilarious! My aunt handed out musical instruments to everyone (we have a big family) and they sang Christmas carols and made a lot of noise. And I'm sure a few tears were shed from laughing so hard. I WILL NOT miss out of that this year. I could just imagine the looks people outside of our family would give us. And that makes me laugh. My family might be a little nutty. but I'm ok with that ;0)

Here it is! The wish list.

1. elliptical
2. wii fit
3. cozy slippers
4. A new awesome camera!
5. keyboard
6. a really big picture frame

wow. I really thought I had a lot more..and since no one can afford half that stuff on my list, I'm assuming my feet will be warm with those cozy slippers ;0) ............(list to be updated soon ;0) )

Thursday, October 09, 2008

Hello!!

So yesterday was mine and Jasons 3 year anniversary!! I really cant believe that 3 years has gone by so quickly. Time does fly. We went to the Madonna Inn for dinner. Its kind of a tradition for us. I love it there. The atmosphere is amazing and the food is great. So that was a lot of fun. It was just something simple to do for the day. The real anniversary gift will be on monday. We are going to spend the day in Avila and then spend the night at Avila bay resort. Its almost half price if you stay during the week. I cant wait just relax and sit on the balcony, sip some wine and enjoy the ocean. We haven't had time away together like this since...well, our honeymoon? Im not quite sure what else we will do. Maybe just walk around the beach and check out the stores. Does anyone have any suggestions? I guess I could google it ;0) ( I have to say, that my husband is the most wonderful man. Its hard to put in words how much you love someone. Im just so happy he is the one I get to spend the rest of my life with. I wouldn't have it any way.)

So not much has been going on lately. Just hanging out and working on being healthy. OH YEAH! Tanya came in to down for a much needed visit. That was a TON of fun. We played games and went to my cousins birthday party..spent some time at church. It was great having her here. I just wish the visit wasn't so short. I cant wait until she can come back on break..I cant wait until she completely done with school! Then I can have my best friend back ... I miss her..

To end this blog. My son is going to be one on Halloween!! How crazy is that? He is getting big. He can clap now, stand on his own...Walking will be in no time. I love him.

Tuesday, October 07, 2008

OH my gosh

Someone flagged my weight loss blog!! I'm so irritated. Has this happened to anyone else on here? It should be up and running by tomorrow though. I had to do a survey thingy and they will check my blog to make sure I haven't broken any rules. Oh geeez. everyone knows I don't write anything bad in my blogs...Anyway. Just thought I would let you know. thanks!
AShley

Wednesday, October 01, 2008

The other blog

So Ive started another blog strictly for weight loss. So if you want to encourage me or see how im doing check it out. I plan on writing in it everyday at the end of the day to update everyone on my progress and for you guys to keep me in check. Thank you for those who will read it and support me. . love you!!

http://ashleyhyltonsweightloss.blogspot.com/

Sunday, September 21, 2008

"unless you throw up, pass out, or die..DO NOT GET OFF THAT TREADMILL." - Jillian Michaels (she's crazy)

I have to admit. I am a fan of reality TV..

The show that I am watching right now is The biggest Loser. I really respect these people for putting it all out there. They have to wear very little as to show the world just how overweight they are And so we can clearly see the changes in them physically. to make things worst for these people they display their weight to the world. I understand why they do it though. you get to this point where you don't care anymore and will do anything to get the weight off. (in a healthy way hopefully) even if that means humiliating yourself in front of the world. I know how much it means to them. in the end someone wins $250,000..But you never hear them talk about the money. because that's not why they are there.. . I think I'm at that point. seriously. I would go on that show even if it meant I had to look awful in front of America while I worked out. Even if it meant I had to tell everyone how much I weigh and wear the horrible outfits. I would feel bad for America for having to look at me lol. but I would do it. Anyway. In the first week these people dropped 9-28 lbs!!! It was amazing. They work so hard. In three months these people manage to drop as much as 110lbs. Some only 50- or 60. But that is still awesome. If only I could afford a personal trainer to work with me 4 hours a day..Six or seven times a week..Yeah right. ;0)



...BIG BROTHER! I'm kind of ashamed to admit it. Its not known to be the purist of all shows. Its just a bunch of people stuck in one house. They compete and think up strategies to keep themselves and their alliances safe from eviction.. And when you are nosey, like I am, its very interesting and entertaining. To bad its over and I have moved on to better shows. ;0) until next season that is.

its not hard to get attached to people in these shows. I think that's why I like them. I want to see them succeed..and it gets me motivated.. I'm talking more about the biggest loser. It makes me want to work harder with the weight loss. Those are the only two I really watch. I'm not to interested in the others. Anyone else out there watch?

So here are some pictures to update you on life.






Stephanies Birthday. If you cant tell, we had a lot of fun. And yes, those are tambourines! I love those girls. look at how much fun we have together!









Shannons 19th Birthday! Good times. We started the night off at her house, then to some amazing Italian Restaurant in SLO. We ended the night with a dance off a between shannon and Shaun. (sisters boyfriend) It was hilarious
















SAVE THE MOSQUITO'S!!!!! As Dave Way would say. That was a lot of fun. It was nice to be on staff and not have to play the disgusting games. Although, they did challenge the women staff with a sardines contest. So that pretty much didn't happen. It was awful!! Anyway, I don't know who made the posters this year, but they did a good job. I have to admit though. No one will ever do better then Mr. Shaw when he made posters for kickback. Those were some good times!






Magic Mountain! Lots of fun. It was "Christian" day so we decided to check it out. not so much for the rides but for the bands. Jeremy camp was there!! He was amazing just as I expected. Very entertaining and dreamy I must say. Shhhh don't tell my husband ;0) jk I think he would agree with me..hehe. I love that Jeremy camp makes his concert all about Jesus. That makes me happy. Thousand food Krutch played as well. I wasn't impressed. It didn't help that they were self centered and didn't mention God once. But they were entertaining I guess. All in all a great time. It was nice to get out.


Now to Tyler. He got his first tooth today!! about darn time. He will be 11 months at the end of the month. The other one is about to pop out as well. He didn't have any problem with it. Thank God! Im hoping that it will go well with the other teeth. It really didnt seem to bother him at all. I cant get a picture though. He always sticks his tongue out when I try to look. He started walking while hold on to his car. its pretty cute. Here is the video. its really bad quality sorry!!




Now a list about Tyler. I love him.

1. He says "hi" and waves. Sometimes with both hands..that's pretty cute.



2. He puts the phone up to his ear on his own hoping someone will be on the other line.



3. when he gives me a hug he goes "oooohhhhhhhh" and pats my back. hehe. I love it!!
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4. When I dance around with him he goes "la la la la la la" music to my ears ;0) you should see his smile.
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5. He stands in the window and watches me (or anyone else) when we leave. Usually waving as we walk away.
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6. He is terribly afraid of the red robin bird...poor guy!
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7. He likes to bite noses....
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8. He just might marry Cosette! He loves her!
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Can you blame him though?
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I'm not sure that she feels the same though lol
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Last picture!! My little frog. So cute.
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I'm sure there is more I can add to this. but I think it is long enough. enjoy!

Friday, August 08, 2008

I want to know

Hey guys. If you can, please give me your opinion on these questions and if you can a biblical answer. I would like to hear your thoughts on these.. Just something I'm struggling with and really need help with..Its hard for me to explain the situation because I don't want to go in to detail on here or cause more drama. ... sorry. you don't have to answer all of them. maybe just a few. whatever you feel will help. Thank you!!

1. Is forgiveness a conscious choice, or an emotional state?

2. How do we forgive when we don't want to forgive? How do we translate the decision to forgive into a change of heart?

3. How will we know if we have truly forgiven?

4. Is it okay to feel anger and want justice for the person we need to forgive?

5. When you forgive someone, does the bitterness go away?

6. How do you forgive someone who isn't willing to accept responsibility for what they have done?

This is a real issue. I'm not just bored. I really need personal and biblical advice... And maybe someone else out there is struggling with the same issue? I am praying about this and I am searching for answers by reading the bible. But I could use some help with this.

Thank you!!

Thursday, July 03, 2008

Bumps and bruises

Wow..I'm sorry. I have not been able to get myself to write a blog...So here I am, still don't want to write. but I will force myself. Here are some pictures of what my little man accomplished/experienced for the first time last month. (in no particular order)

STANDING UP! First the story though. ...... Tyler decided it would be a good idea to eat a fake leaf from a plant. I didn't see him stick it in his mouth because he was facing the other direction playing with his toys..I had no clue he was choking because he wasn't making any noise. He just looked at me like he was terrified and started turning blue..YES ...BLUE. I flipped him over and hit his back. then reached in and pulled out the little leaf. Don't worry, he was fine. Just scared...Anyway, I put him in his crib so I could clean up. (he was throwing up after I got the leaf out...nice...) I walked in his room and there he was! standing at his crib. This was the first time he had done this and was very proud. so I took some pics..


Lets not forget about the crawling..and he figured out how to sit himself up!

Tyler went to the beach for the first time and went swimming. He was pretty much weirded out by both of them. As you can tell by the look on his face.

It didn't take him long, and he was exhausted. The water was just so relaxing that he fell asleep on his Aunt Steph.
And as for the beach, he eventually liked it..but still thought it was pretty weird.
He went on his first bike ride! I got this carrier for $40 on craigslist and the bike for $30. YAY! I was pretty excited about it. Tyler loves going on bike rides. its a lot of fun.
His first fathers day. He is definitely a daddy's boy. I love the huge smile he gets on his face every time he sees him.
Tyler also started waving at people and copying people when they make faces at him.



There is so much more..I just cant remember right now. My next blog will be more about whats going on in life. im just lazy. sorry. Anyway, I leave you with some videos..enjoy..or don't..its all good.










Tyler

Tyler
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