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February 26, 2012 I somehow managed to forget to take a “crossed” photo this week so I dipped into my unprocessed archives and found this shot taken back in November. There are plenty of crossed spots on this picnic bench.
2. A Glimpse Earlier this week, I received an awesome baby gift from Tiffany at Bohemian Baby Couture. In case you can’t read it, it says “Future Photographer.” I can’t hardly wait until my baby is wearing this…until then, this baby doll provides a glimpse into my near future.
3. Handwritten I don’t know that I’ve ever mentioned how I take notes during church…but I use a notebook that my friend Larissa sent me sometime last year. Larissa and I are pen pals (in addition to being bloggy buddies) and she occasionally sends me neat stuff she’s made. This notebook is by far one of my most-used gifts….so thanks Larissa!
4. Bliss I wasn’t sure how to photograph bliss, so I took a step back and asked myself what brings me bliss. The first thing that came to mind was sleep. As a child, I almost hated to go to sleep because I was scared of the dark. I couldn’t sleep without a night light.
Then I reached a point in my life where I just wanted to stay up all night. I remember our niece being this way last summer when she stayed with us. She asked if she could stay up late. Our response…”knock yourself out, but we’re going to bed.” I think she made it another 30 minutes.
These days, I can’t get enough sleep. You might blame it on being pregnant, but I’ve been that way for a few years. However, in order to get a peaceful night’s rest, I need my ear plugs and eye mask. Then it’s nothing but sweet blissful sleep.
5. Gray I really should have captured “gray” last Sunday – the sky was so gray that day, but I was lazy and thought I’d have another chance. Well…it was BEAUTIFUL this past week (not that I saw much of it since I was in a conference for a couple of those days), so the only gray skies I was able to create were in Photoshop. I did use Kim Klassen’s Gray Day texture though. BY: tiarastantrums oh I’m with you on the sleep issue – I use the sleep mask and a sleep machine!

LOVE the baby panties!

ps – I have word verification due to SPAM – it is CRAZY-ness on my blog otherwise.

BY: Honey Mommy My bliss picture is related to sleep as well. But mine is a picture of one of my kids sleeping. I am sure you will discover with your little one that when they sleep, it is bliss for you!

BY: Cedar What a sweet outfit! I love the composition on your handwritten shot! I was sooooo tired during my pregnancies; hope you are able to sleep well!

BY: Stasha That is the cutes thing ever!, even on a doll. I like your bench shot.

BY: scrapinbabygal Hi!! I love your photos especially crossed and the creative take on bliss!! Adorable glimpse!! Hope you have a great day!

BY: Danelle I love your glimpse photo! And I love that you take notes in church. BY: Sara Great set Ashley, love the tones in your crossed shot! Your writing is so beautiful, my notes would look like chicken scratch! I love your take on Bliss!
 BTW I totally agree with you on the word verification, I got rid of mine several months ago and I have had no spam. It’s been such a struggle lately too, two words and squiggly lines!! Slows things down incredibly!

BY: Shaunna Love this weeks shots! I used ear plugs before i had my daughter. I didnt feel comfortable with those anymore because I had to be able to hear her, so my sleep is not “the same”. Even when she’s in her TEENS I cant sleep with them! Ill be having to make sure she doesn’t sneak out, LOL!

BY: Andrea Dawn Love the glimpse shot . . . those little wrinkles on the doll’s foot look so real.

BY: Nukke So cute a glimpse photo !!!! Your gray and crossed are from everyday. Bliss looks delicious. Handwriting shows your style. Cool photos all !!!

Have a nice Sunday BY: Tezzie I’m so glad you explained what Bliss was…when I first saw it, I thought those earplugs were little candies (can anyone guess what brings ME bliss ;D) Great set…that little diaper cover (?) is adorable! Can’t wait to see it on your future photographer <3

BY: Leanne Love the future photographer baby pants- so cute!

BY: Serline That red of your glimpse is so cute and I love your neat cursive handwriting. Have a restful and happy weekend!

BY: Bridget I just loved being pregnant too – I cherish the memory so much! Especially my first pregnancy. Pregnancy #2 was still great, but I had to look after a baby during the 2nd one – so there wasn’t as much time to just enjoy it. Soak it all in now:) Great set this week. I know you pulled it from the archives, but your crossed shot was my favourite.

BY: Kamana i am back scavenger hunting again and enjoying it love your glimpse!

and oh so glad you raised the issue of word verification. it annoys me no end!

BY: Anesha Love you take on the prompts, the glimpse one is wonderful, love the light and the composition.

BY: Giulia Love them all! Have a nice Sunday BY: Sweepy To sleep well, I eat a lot, bark for grooming and massage and then I go home and plopped on my pillows!

And now I am going to the local TV to get people to vote for me. And now I wonder: will I get to bring Kitty home if I win, Ashley?

BY: Patrice Great shots…love that Glimpse into baby’s wardrobe!

BY: Pieni Lintu Lovely shots I really hate word verifications too!!!!

BY: Lui Sweepy got me in. He is also pestering everybody to vote for him because he thought he can bring Kitty home. What dud! I think I should get a puppy playmate for him I love your interpretations this week. You always find the most interesting images!

BY: Linda I love your interpretations – and your photography is always inspiring! Great job!

BY: jumbledhutch SUch creative photos for the prompts! Love your a glimpse, super duper cute!

BY: Tamar SB Could glimpse be any cuter!? I also thought your bliss was candy until I read your blurb! Have a great week!

BY: Rustic Vintage Country Great photos. Like you I struggled with bliss but got there in the end. Suzy x

BY: Dina @ 4 Lettre Words Goodness…what a fun (and adorable!) gift. LOVE it.

BY: kimmyskids I love the future photographer diaper cover! That is so cute! I also love the handwritten sermon notes. I love taking notes because it helps me focus.

BY: homeschoolceo Lovely shots Ashley! That is one adorable diaper! And I really love your first shot BY: Lish I love reading about your pregnancy! That baby bum photo is so cute! And I love your bliss one..very creative!!!

BY: Katie I am totally with you on sleep. I feel like I never get enough! AJ always borrows my sleep mask when he works nights!

That baby glimpse is so cute, what a fabulous baby gift!


BY: I’m Veronica Happy Sunday Ashley. I see that baby bump growing! Love the photos you gave for this challenge, especially glimpse!

BY: Limette 
I hate word verification. I’ve lost a lot of comments because I’ve closed off a window after I thought it posted when it was only loading the verification screen.

BY: misc.alaina Love your crossed and bliss shots! That diaper cover is just precious!!

BY: Susan Future photog….that’s for sure. I really like your gray shot-I like gray but it says mundane or day to day or obvious-you’ve got the ordinary and made it look good.
I’m right there with you on the sleep.

BY: kbreints I have not been here — or joined in for a while! Congrats on your bun in the oven! How exciting!

BY: Chic Homeschool Mama LOVE that diaper cover!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so happy you talked about the word verification. I think the Blogger changes may have done something because I am noticing that most people have the word verification on now- which is really frustrating. While I have mine turned off- the other issue is getting my email to show when leaving comments- somehow blogger messed that up too. I love communicating with those that leave comments & I leave comments for- so to have that go away is annoying.

BY: Seeing Each Day Especially loved your gray shot – it brings me back to the wonderful shots your shared of your european tour last year – you’re so clever and skilled with expansive shots.

BY: georgia b. oh, my gosh, ashley. i just learned yesterday that you are pregnant, when i came here to see how to do my first scavenger hunt sunday {as i kept seeing others posts and wanted to try it}. i am DELIRIOUSLY happy for you. i get that way whenever i see or hear that anyone is pregnant with their first. such an exciting time! it actually makes me a little bit sad, because it makes mre really miss that time of my life. it went by so fast, and i want to do it all again. my pregnancy was difficult at times, but it was such an amazing time. i know you will find it amazing, too… probably are already. you are adorable pregnant… as all women are. i’m so glad you are sharing your journey here with us. i really look forward to watching it all as you blog along the way. it brings such a smile to my face. many CONGRATS and blessings. God bless you and your growing family {and belly *wink*}. ~XO
 That little diaper cover is adorable and looks so soft! And your gray sky had me fooled…I thought it was the real thing.

BY: jen@ living a full life Sleep! I never thought of that! Just joined today, thanks for having me, this is such a great idea!

BY: Jess Great shots! I love your glimpse and handwritten shots!!!

BY: LL Cool Joe Ha ha, I bet you’ll be ditching those ear plugs when the baby arrives!!

Lovely photos, as usual!

BY: Michelle Isn’t funy how our need for sleep, or at least our perceived need changes through out our lives? I am in the I love to go to bed and sleep stage. BY: Jenn Sleep really does equal bliss when you’re pregnant!

Great set!

BY: Ida Great series yet again.
I loved the creativity with the Glimpse shot (that is one cool outfit)
The EarBuds for your Bliss shot were unexpected, colorful and fun.
Loved the Gray shot, We’ve had plenty of gloomy gray days here this month.

BY: Debby@Just Breathe This is fun. I think I will have to join in one of these days!
 Cute finds. Love the “nappy” cover! BY: Sherrie Hi Ashly,
Great shots! Like your Glimpse shot, cute. Have a great day!


BY: Angela Great shots! And I LOVE the diaper cover!!

BY: Sherri B. Your photos are so lovely, as always – the crossed one is so dreamy and pleasing to my eye. The bliss one made me smile – sleep is so precious and, yes, it is pure bliss! And lastly, your glimpse photo is adorable! BY: Chie all pictures are lovely..inspiring me to take more lovely pictures in the future. Great interpretation too. Nice baby gift for your future photographer

BY: Kelly lol…I had to laugh at the BLISS…I have those EXACT ear plugs, RIGHT by my bedside!!! great shots this week Ashley.

BY: Kimberly Love the baby diaper cover! So sweet! And your gray picture is great! We had plenty of gray days here this week. Although we usually started out sunny and ended the day gray. Weird. Your bliss picture made me giggle. And remind me that I need to get some more ear plugs. I was looking for mine this morning so I could sleep in a little while my boys were downstairs making enough noise for about 10 boys. Needless to say, I couldn’t find them and ended up getting up.

Hope you get some more energy soon!

BY: barbara l. hale I love that baby gift! And I hear you about the sleeping thing. These days as soon as it’s light in the room, I’m awake. But I can’t stand ear plugs or eye shades. I need room darkening shades..that’s what I need. Then I wouldn’t need so much coffee.

BY: Shay I cannot wait to see your lil one’s photoshoot in those britches!!!!
I LOVE my earplugs too!

BY: hiflight Great shots. Glimpse is just great. After six kids and now 16 grand kids I know what the glimpse really is. Enjoy each moment for that moment and you will really have a great time. Love your pictures.

BY: Mommyof2girlz/StephD OMG that cloth diaper is too precious!!

BY: Saun Posting late wasn’t sure I was going to… My Smuckers passed away this weekend really sucks. Anyway my favorite is gray have a great week!


BY: Makeda So what do you do if you don’t have a blog but you still want to participate and link up. I have the pics on my Flickr stream just not sure how to add them or if that is even possible? Thanks

BY: Seizing My Day Love love that red baby bottom! =) cute! speaking of babies… that is about the time I stopped taking notes in church!~! =) life changes in ways you wouldn’t otherwise think… even the simple things! =) speaking of notes… love your note picture!~ blessings~

BY: Melanie I can’t stand it! The “future photographer” bum is so cute! Great set!!

BY: Linda R Such wonderful shots. I always love seeing what you come up with…

BY: Mama Zen Your Bliss shot is so creative!

BY: Marvett Smith Love your gray image, and your new header! Can’t wait to find out what your having! My guess is a girl!

BY: Abi Thank you SO much for hosting this brilliant link up each week… not only is it a great challenge, it’s great fun!

Also, thanks for consistently stopping by my blog- you are amazing!

BY: Gretchen Wonderful set this week!!! Love the little diaper cover! OH… and how I love my sleep!! Look forward to the weekends when I can sleep in a little and avoid the morning rush. Have a great week!

BY: Matthew and Larissa Love you handwritten show…and I love that diaper cover…just too cute…I think I need to buy one now and save it!

BY: Buckeroomama Goodness, I love the diaper cover! What a pretty (and thoughtful) gift. BY: ourlifeinaclick.blogspot.com That diaper cover is too cute! Love the crossed photo. I remember being so tired when I was pregnant. Get that sleep.

BY: Chrystal Oates I love all of the photos in this set, I take notes in church too. All though the notebook you have looks like its better then mine. The paper looks thicker. Have a great day!

BY: Amanda I really like taking notes in church. I keep meaning to go buy an actual notebook so I don’t keep collecting stacks of the bulletins with notes in the margins. As always, great pictures. And I’m excited you’re doing my suggestions for the SHunt next week!

BY: Brooke Oh my goodness, that diaper is adorable! And I have a notebook addiction, I love that yours has such meaning.
 Loved your set. Sleep is bliss!! I have to warn you though, once the baby comes, you won’t be able to wear the earplugs. Or at least, I never did…. I had to be on the listen for any midnight stirrings from my littles. And there were lots of them. Then again, maybe I should have kept those earplugs in! Hee.

BY: Megan Wonderful photos, as always. Love your glimpse photo. Can’t wait to see a re-make of it with a real baby BY: Rose I hope that your photo session went well! Thanks for a great link up as always.

BY: L. LOVING the future photog diaper cover–does this mean you’re toying with the idea of cloth diapers? ;D And I hear you on sleep, although that’s becoming harder to come by–I just can’t get comfortable any more!
