Classes for the summer term wrapped up last Thursday. We only had two classes that we took in this short 6-week term, but we definitely took in a lot of information and learned a LOT about what the process to becoming an MFT looks like. I received my grades today and so far, I'm 5 credits in and have a 4.0. Hopefully I can keep that momentum going strong! So far, I'm really happy with how classes have gone and the program itself. I'm definitely nervous about the big picture and the amount of time and work it's going to take to finally get licensed, but it seems like that's how a lot of us are feeling, so I'm just trusting that eventually it will all work out.
I'm definitely working on getting adjusted to the new Spokane scene as well. Graduation was really bittersweet because it wrapped up four years of hard work, but also entailed a lot of change. As expected, the goodbyes that had to be said sucked (so, so bad), but I'm making it out and I'm starting to become comfortable with this "new Spokane". I've been making more of an effort to reach out to others as well as enjoying my "me time" when I can catch the time. I'm really thankful to have the job that I do because I work with some truly incredible people who strive to support one another on and off of the clock. This transition would have been much harder for me if I didn't have the opportunity to interact with, support, and be supported by some of those amazing individuals.
We had a bit of a spider problem in our house, and for those of you who know me even remotely know that I'm not about that life. So I finally decided that it was effecting me enough to ask my landlord to do more to fix the problem. They hired pest control to come out and rid of the eight-legged hell spawns, and meanwhile I've been staying at THE REAL MVP HOUSE (aka Grandma and Papa's). I am SO thankful to have those two only 24.5 minutes away. Over the past four years, they have been a huge support system for me. I look forward to our lunch dates or the times I can make it over there for dinner, because I just love being around them. So, here's a shout-out to Judith Patron (add the accent on the "o") and Papa Senf for being so gosh darn great. Love you guys! As of tonight, I am officially back in my (so far) arachnid free home...
All-in-all everything is going really, really well. I was feeling pretty uneasy with the transition, but after a little bit of time to process and support from friends, I'm snapping out of it. I'm really thankful that I've been blessed with these incredible opportunities as well as some kick-ass friends and family.
This upcoming weekend, I'll be camping with the Senf-clan so that should be a hoot! I haven't seen Marcus or Lucas since April, so I'm super stoked that they'll be making an appearance... my inner auntie needs some nephew time. Then, two of my bests will be here next week for the wedding of another good friend of ours, so we will be reunited for a handful of days! After the wedding we will be going camping in Canada as well as staying at our family cabin in Montana (outhouse included). I'm so stoked to see my girls again and to get a little bit of off time before school starts back up again in September!
Thank you for taking the time to read up on what's been poppin' in the life of Ashley. I hope that you, reader, are doing well. If not, hit me up... we'll chat... it'll be great... all the fun will be had. But seriously, I'm here if you need anything.
Much love,
A
P.S. Marcus picked out this phone case for me while he was in Disneyland... I'm not typically a big stormtrooper fan, but I'd like to believe that that's Finn under the mask. Also he was super stoked about it, so I basically love it.
I'm definitely working on getting adjusted to the new Spokane scene as well. Graduation was really bittersweet because it wrapped up four years of hard work, but also entailed a lot of change. As expected, the goodbyes that had to be said sucked (so, so bad), but I'm making it out and I'm starting to become comfortable with this "new Spokane". I've been making more of an effort to reach out to others as well as enjoying my "me time" when I can catch the time. I'm really thankful to have the job that I do because I work with some truly incredible people who strive to support one another on and off of the clock. This transition would have been much harder for me if I didn't have the opportunity to interact with, support, and be supported by some of those amazing individuals.
We had a bit of a spider problem in our house, and for those of you who know me even remotely know that I'm not about that life. So I finally decided that it was effecting me enough to ask my landlord to do more to fix the problem. They hired pest control to come out and rid of the eight-legged hell spawns, and meanwhile I've been staying at THE REAL MVP HOUSE (aka Grandma and Papa's). I am SO thankful to have those two only 24.5 minutes away. Over the past four years, they have been a huge support system for me. I look forward to our lunch dates or the times I can make it over there for dinner, because I just love being around them. So, here's a shout-out to Judith Patron (add the accent on the "o") and Papa Senf for being so gosh darn great. Love you guys! As of tonight, I am officially back in my (so far) arachnid free home...
All-in-all everything is going really, really well. I was feeling pretty uneasy with the transition, but after a little bit of time to process and support from friends, I'm snapping out of it. I'm really thankful that I've been blessed with these incredible opportunities as well as some kick-ass friends and family.
This upcoming weekend, I'll be camping with the Senf-clan so that should be a hoot! I haven't seen Marcus or Lucas since April, so I'm super stoked that they'll be making an appearance... my inner auntie needs some nephew time. Then, two of my bests will be here next week for the wedding of another good friend of ours, so we will be reunited for a handful of days! After the wedding we will be going camping in Canada as well as staying at our family cabin in Montana (outhouse included). I'm so stoked to see my girls again and to get a little bit of off time before school starts back up again in September!
Thank you for taking the time to read up on what's been poppin' in the life of Ashley. I hope that you, reader, are doing well. If not, hit me up... we'll chat... it'll be great... all the fun will be had. But seriously, I'm here if you need anything.
Much love,
A
P.S. Marcus picked out this phone case for me while he was in Disneyland... I'm not typically a big stormtrooper fan, but I'd like to believe that that's Finn under the mask. Also he was super stoked about it, so I basically love it.
