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Spent 2 hours signing up people for The Collegian. We had a good turn out.

Take a look at our new website! http://www.collegiannews.com

Rachel and Tim invited Miles and I to the Braves vrs the Mets.

Love,

Ashley

Miles and I devoured our hamburgers this morning.

Drove to Ashley’s new house. She has an acre of property now.

Visited with Milo’s parents.

Went to the movies and watched Salt. I liked the ending. Miles didn’t.

Love,

Ashley

Mama and I met Donna Peppers and her team from Braswell Baptist. Their kids VBS collected donations to buy school supplies for the Kensington Kids. Isn’t it sweet kids buying for other kids?

We had a great turn out, met lots of new moms, dads and kids.

I’m looking forward to the first day of school, August 9.

I worked on updating the registration book.

Click here to see the Kensington Kids YearBook 2010-2011

Hannah, Kellie, Randy, Justin, Anna, Miles and I all piled in my car and headed down to East Atlanta to listen to some music.

For the past week I’ve been in Athens studying with 63 other journalist from around the nation.

We had sessions where we learned about being a good boss, the laws for student press and how to edit video and audio.

Read my MSCNE 2010 here.

On the last day we took a tour around the CNN center. Can’t wait to get out in the field and start reporting!

Miles and I meet Mom and Dad at Vikyhat Indian. Delisious. Minus the little roach crawling on the seat beside Miles.

Drove to the Collegian office to talk over the Back 2 School Issue with Mr. David. Everything is on track. We are actually ahead of schedule.

Took pictures of the GPC Gear in the bookstore.

Taught Sebastian how to use the InDesign program.

Worked on answering emails and getting the paper ready for print.

Home now to eat.

Love,

Ashley

This week I’ve been at the office makeing sure I’m there for anyone who may need help while they design their page on InDesign.

This issue’s  is science creepy with a big brain on the front. I like it.

Saw a gigantic spider on Mile’s pillow.

Went and took pictures with Daddy today of the Goldrush team at Azalea.

Jessica cut my hair. Then we were headed to the pool when Tyler got stung twice on the leg by Yellow Jackets.

Painted.

Went to the Twilight Movie with the girls. It was more fun to make fun of than watch. For me at least.

Miles brought me flowers and I cooked Mahi Mahi.

Love,

Ash

Heather, Adam, Miles and I went tubing down the Chattahoochie river today. It was perfect weather and great rapids.

Love,

Ashley

Watched Jessica’s dogs Katie and Bud. They kinda had crazy eyes but were sweet.

Until they pooped inside and I had to clean it up. Boo.

It’s all taken care of now.

Love,

Ashley

Interviewed GPC’s Chief of  Police. He advised me not to take his picture, “I’ve put a lot of people in jail. I don’t remember their faces but they don’t forget mine.”

The Public Safety departments wants a little spot in the paper where they can put safety information and the crime report.

Worked on laying out the newspaper. It’s going to print soon. I can’t wait to see in on paper.

Meet Mom, Dad, Ian, Bennett and Mel at Madina. Great goat today.

Took Mel around to the 8 Clarkston locations.I kind of felt like my daddy driving another missionary around and letting her in on the inside secretes of apartment ministry. I took pictures, pressed the flesh and let the managers know another team is coming in next week. It’s good for me to get to know all these managers in my area.

Love,

Ashley

Drove around to each of the teams today.

The gate situation is getting worked out. Thank you Jesus

Love,

Ashley

Happy Father’s day to all you dads out there. My Daddy and I went to eat Arby’s together this morning. We went over my bus round over Italian subs and potatoe cakes.

I unpacked my suitcase and cleaned my room up. It’s good to be back in my natural habitat.

Enjoyed folding clothes and listening to The Asylum Street Spankers.

Around 2 Dad, Ian and I meet the Dallas team of 150 high school students and leaders.

I took Bus 2 around to  the 8  Avondale/ Memorial Drive apartment missions. I sat on the step  so I could help Mr. Bob navigate the whale of a transportation system.

We’ve hit a few snags but nothing that God can’t take care of.

Pray that the gates won’t be a problem for the Greyhound  buses and that the team will gain positive attention.

Hung out with Jessica and Shawn for a little while. Jessica and I were happy to see each other after I’d been gone 2 weeks.

This was kind of weird looking down from Jessivc’s balcony.

For dinner, Miles and I grabbed a few groceries and cooked Catalina Frito pie together.

Love,

Ashley

I packed up my things this morning.

Tonight I’ll be home with my parents. They are already starting to miss having chicks in the nest.

Nana dropped me off at the airport. While we were waiting I got a call from Delta. My 4 o’clock flight was being delayed an hour and a half later

Inside waiting we shared some chocolate bread. Around 4 I got in line to go through security when I got another call from Delta.

My flight had changed back to 4:30. I only had 30 minutes to get through security and down to gate 6.

Just as I’d put my shoes back on the they started cannoning the last boarding call for my flight. I made it just in time.

Read No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency on the place.

Glad to be home with my family.

Love,

Ashley

Today Nana and I finished up with our Guy’s Guide to Cooking.

We took it over for Jacob to edit and put his stamp of approval on.

The ladies came over to listen to my testimony.

Sue Scudday

Sue, Sue Ann and Katharine

Rebecca & Ann Commager

Today Nana, Babu and I drove out to The Worship Place so I could speak with the Alzheimer’s group.

They seemed to enjoy the presentation.

Click here to see all the pictures.

Can you believe I was the one who forgot my computer? I had to drive back to the church to get it. They all got a good laugh at a youngin’ forgetting something.

Miles and I had a good talk though. He’s sick of his job and ready to move on. I’m trying to get him more involved in mission work. Pray that he will find his calling.

Nana and I did GA Camp with Katie.

Later the other Cummins came over and we ate enchiladas. Then we had a nice time visiting and listening to hilarious stories about Jake getting scared by his sister and mom.

Love,

Ashley

Nana and I cleaned the house for the party this afternoon.

I worked on creating some notes for a newspaper meeting next Friday.

Then it was time for the party! I talked about my background in Africa and France then told stories about the kids I work with now at Kensington. This is the handout that I spoke on. All About Ashley Missionary Handout

Bob and Phyllis

Luther and Cheryl

Kelly and Ms. Mary

Barbara and I

Thank you to all who attended.

Love,

Ashley

Nana and I drove out through the country to San Marcos to visit with Olivia, Dave and Sadie.

We ate a curry lunch and Nana’s cousin Silvia stopped by.

Later Sadie entertained us and stood up by herself for the first time!

Nana and I went on to the outlet mall where she purchased me some new shorts to do mission work in.I also got a new bathing suit for Costa Rica and some jewels.

Click here to see all the baby pictures.

Looking forward to the party tomorrow with all the Sun City supporters.

Love,

Ashley

Click here to see all of Ashley in Texas.

Nana and I dropped off her Buick at the mechanics. Her car valve had a leak and spilled out the Freon. Not good. Fixed now and we have cool air.

We went to The Worship Place so I could talk to the ladies group. I had a good time with them.

Click here to see all the pictures.

Came home and relaxed. Did some Collegian homework.

Nana and I went grocery shopping for our party with the supporters Wednesday and Thursday.

Just ate some deer meat. My favorite.

About to go watch, He’s Just Not That Into You on the water bed.

Love,

Ashley

Woke up early this morning so I could get ready for Sunday school.

I spoke to Barbara Hay’s class at First Baptist Georgetown.

Then Nana and I zipped over to Main Street Baptist Church so I could speak to Don Gurney’s class.

Ate Chinese with the Hootens and Moreses. I love crab raggoo.

Nana and I went to Wal-mart to take pictures for our cookbook., The Guys Guide to Cooking.

Spoke to Katie’s GA class about my mission work.

Click here to see all the pictures.

Love,

Ashley

Nana and I drove Babu to get a cortazone shot in his spine this morning.

The doctor was from Savannah just like me. He was also in France the same time I was.

Babu is feeling A LOT better already he can walk around with less pain.

Nana and I picked up her car from the auto shop. That means I got to drive the Mercedes! Oh yeah! It’s fun cruising around in that little sports car.

I went tanning at the same place Matthew McConaughey goes.

Ate curry dinner with Jim, Cathy and Katie. I can’t believe how tall Katie is now. She’s playing basketball.

Watched The Memory Keeper’s Daughter. Off to bed.

Love,

Ashley

Nana took me to Main Street Baptist Church today so I could share my story. Doesn’t she look cute in her sailor outfit?

I got to speak to 5 groups of kids. They really seemed to like my speech.

I sure was tired afterwards, though.

After lunch, Nana and I went shopping in the Square. I got some cute dresses from the consignment shop. I love thrifting it’s like treasure hunting.

Then the best part was the stop at BlueBell’s icecream shop.

Watched The Blindside with Nana and Babu. I really liked it.

Miss my boys.

Love,

Ashley

Came in around 12 to the office and I’ve now been here for 8 hours. I’ve been teaching people the InDesign program and creating puzzles.

Looking forward to getting home to eat some of Mama’s good ‘ol home cooking.

Love,

Ashley

No one was available to come into the office today so I had time to spend with Jesse.

I’m going to miss my little brother so much when he leaves in less than 19 days.

We went to eat Pizza Cafe and then to pick up his car from T&G.

Jesse came over to Miles’ and we played video games.

Miles and I went down into little Five Points and walked around the landtrust. They had an emu.

Ate sushi at Rusann’s. Delicious as always. Even loaded down with black and red fish eggs.

Love,

Ashley

Been in the newsroom teaching people the InDesign program. It’s been good practice for me learning how to teach different people with different learning styles.  I’m trying not to feel too loaded down with all my jobs. Please pray that I don’t get too stressed out with every responsibility.

I’ve been having a great time with the team. Mrs. Pam arrived from Alabama today. She’s great. She reminds me of my Nana. Mrs. Pam has a crazy story. She was born with her guts hanging out! She was supposed to die but God had other plans for her. And here she is telling the kids about Jesus.

Virginia told the story of Jesus’ birth. some of the kids have NEVER heard that story.

Virginia asked, “Who came to visit baby Jesus?”

A little black girl beside me said, “Three white men!”

Keep on prayin’ for the new believers.

Mama and I ate at Donnie’s then I went back to the office to work on the paper.

Click here to see all of Day 3’s pictures.

Love,

Ashley

Day 2 with the team was even better.

We prayer walked in the morning around the Buddhist temple and the kid’s elementary school. There’s just something about praying really loud, walking down the street with a bunch of white girls.

Climbed the mountain with Hannah then ate Los Hermanos with Miles, Anna and Arielka. I like Hannah’s new Kia.

Meet back up with the team and headed for KS and OF. We did bubbles, the story about Noah, which a lot of kids haven’t EVER heard, played Red Rover and made balloon animals. Chalk is always my favorite.

Mo was hot. So the kids decided to cool her down with ice cold water.

Click here to see all the pictures.

Love,

Ashley

Did a lot of praying today with the girls from North GA. We prayed that we’d have a great response at the mission this afternoon. Did we ever!

I meet the team of 4 high school girls and their leader Mrs. Donna Peppers at CIBC.

Told the girls a little of my background and we hit the road towards the missions. Prayer walking around Willow Branch and Khristopher Woods was like being in Vietnam and Africa at the same time. Clothes hung out to dry on lines tied to the balcony, little boys getting bathed out on the back porch, and foot trails leading to the grocery store.

Passing the dirty clothes, Mrs. Donna prayed that the peoples’ sins would be washed away. We all nodded in agreement.

Navigated the ladies around Clarkston. Headed back to CIBC to pick up my car. Went to pick up cleaning supplies and ate Red Lobster with Miles, Roxy and Isabella.

Bible clubs time with the team at 3-7. We served by the pool at Kensington Station. Can’t fight the pool…

The girls sang, He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands. We kept it going with, He’s got the Kensington Kids… In His hands…

I know the kids loved the puppets.

Natasha told the creation story to the kids.

Their magic tricks astounded the kids. The older girls tried to figure it out.

Colored and loved on the kids.

Snacks. Yumbo.

Great turn out at Oak forest from 5-7. The modleing clay is my favorite part. Mama started a swing set volley ball game. The kids tried to served the ball over the 7 foot playground.

The kids tried to see who could jump rope the most. One little girl got to 101!

Click here to see all the pictures. Come back tomorrow to see Day 2’s pictures.

Love,

Ashley

Meet Mrs. Felicia at the Dunwoody campus to take my scholarship photo.

Went to the bookstore and bought a book on graphic design. I got a new Bamboo tablet for computer drawing. It’s been SO much fun.

Miles and I watched Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Great movie.

Jessica got a new pup named Katie.

Love,

Ashley

Zoe invited us all to come hangout by her pool this evening. So I drove downtown to meet at her apartment.

The boys grilled the hamburgers and  mushrooms while the girls gabbed about Heather leaving for London.

Later we played Partini.

Love,

Ashley

Wrote my newsletter today.

Working on getting all the newspaper articles together.

Zac and I went to watch the Parkview High School Graduation. I can’t believe it’s been 3 years since I graduated.

Congratulations to Maddie Diaz and Kalya Bius!

Pray for Maddie. She’s decided to continue doing ministry once she’s graduated.

Hannah, Josh, Zac, Miles and I played some cards. I was the chip leader!

Love,

Ashley

Headed home today. :( I hate leaving the beach.

Ate KFC with Pop. He told us stories about tracking Russian submarines on radar for the US Air Force.

Love,

Ashley

Miles rented a surf board. There was a storm off the coast which made for big waves. He spent all day in the water and I laid out on the beach.

I’m not too burned.

Love,

Ashley