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Post by dulcemama on Mar 21, 2018 14:14:42 GMT
So nice to have you back! I'm sorry to hear about your marriage but, when you left, it sounded like you were no longer getting what you needed from that relationship. So, in that sense, I'm happy that you have moved on to something that appears to be making you happier. Good luck with your audition. And I hope, when you are ready and have the time, you return to scrapping. I have always loved your style and still look at your work on line from time to time.
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Post by lucyg on Mar 21, 2018 20:52:38 GMT
I think I was already following you. ?? Glad to see you back here, but sorry to hear about your marriage. But glad you're moving on. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg)
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Post by ashley on Mar 22, 2018 12:30:59 GMT
Hi Ashley -- it's so good to see you back. I'm really sorry to hear about your marriage -- divorce is so tough. But, around the time you left I remember you sounding like you'd just gone over the edge with stress. I'm so happy that you're doing better. You deserve it. Good luck with the audition. I managed to follow you on IG, but its not letting me like or comment on anything. Hopefully just temporary. Hey maryannscraps.. so nice to see that Rexie of yours again!!
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Post by ashley on Mar 22, 2018 12:31:27 GMT
So nice to have you back! I'm sorry to hear about your marriage but, when you left, it sounded like you were no longer getting what you needed from that relationship. So, in that sense, I'm happy that you have moved on to something that appears to be making you happier. Good luck with your audition. And I hope, when you are ready and have the time, you return to scrapping. I have always loved your style and still look at your work on line from time to time. I miss scrapping so much sometimes, I am sure it will be something that I return to over and over again. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg)
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Post by ashley on Mar 22, 2018 12:57:55 GMT
Thank you as well for the kinds thoughts regarding the end of my marriage. Several of you noted how unhappy and stressed I was when I was last here, and you are correct! It got a lot worse after that, volatile and violent. But things are so much better now... although I still cry at least three times a week because I just can't do it all by myself (my kids do help so much!! they are wonderful). Sometimes I regret not doing this sooner, and I still have no clue who that man really is/was, but for the first time in a very long time I do feel hopeful. And we all love our happy and pleasant home now. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg) And, one of the first things I did after I kicked Paul out was paint my kitchen and it still makes me smile every day.
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Post by mandolyn9909 on Mar 22, 2018 13:31:28 GMT
Thank you as well for the kinds thoughts regarding the end of my marriage. Several of you noted how unhappy and stressed I was when I was last here, and you are correct! It got a lot worse after that, volatile and violent. But things are so much better now... although I still cry at least three times a week because I just can't do it all by myself (my kids do help so much!! they are wonderful). Sometimes I regret not doing this sooner, and I still have no clue who that man really is/was, but for the first time in a very long time I do feel hopeful. And we all love our happy and pleasant home now. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg) And, one of the first things I did after I kicked Paul out was paint my kitchen and it still makes me smile every day. So happy you and your girls have found some peace. Crying is good, not bottling up emotions is good. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg) What colour did you paint your kitchen and how did you decide on that colour without the help of the peas, I kid! lol
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Post by georgiapea on Mar 22, 2018 15:55:46 GMT
I'm so glad you have returned, Ashley. I thought of you many times during your time away. Glad also that you departed from the marriage and that now you are investing in a happy relationship.
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Post by ashley on Mar 22, 2018 16:18:46 GMT
So happy you and your girls have found some peace. Crying is good, not bottling up emotions is good. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg) What colour did you paint your kitchen and how did you decide on that colour without the help of the peas, I kid! lol I painted it a deep, saturated, matte dark blue. I love it! It was the colour I've wanted to paint it since we had the kitchen redone five years ago. There are a couple of pictures here on Instagram
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Post by ashley on Mar 22, 2018 16:20:08 GMT
I'm so glad you have returned, Ashley. I thought of you many times during your time away. Glad also that you departed from the marriage and that now you are investing in a happy relationship. Thanks! You are one of the Peas I think of as well (along with so many others!). How's that amazing building you were working on renovating??
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Post by stephhowell on Mar 22, 2018 16:28:13 GMT
Ashley! How wonderful to see you here...and a huge CONGRATS to you! So exciting.
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Post by lisacharlotte on Mar 22, 2018 16:50:13 GMT
OMG! Your sink! That blue! 😍😍😍 I’ve been dragging my feet on my kitchen reno. I want as close to period appropriate for my 1922 house. But that blue...
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Post by Susie_Homemaker on Mar 22, 2018 17:10:58 GMT
I love that kitchen blue! I also followed you on IG and I love your photography style. I'm sure I'll love seeing all of your pics!
Good luck tomorrow!
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Post by ashley on Mar 23, 2018 19:34:00 GMT
Updated today after my audition. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg)
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Post by scrappert on Mar 23, 2018 19:46:10 GMT
That looks yummy!! Glad it was a great experience. And if it doesn't work out this time, you have one under your belt for the next time!
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Post by quiltz on Mar 23, 2018 19:47:24 GMT
There is a lot of competition for this show, since it is across Canada. I'm sure you met a lot of people and made connections.
Glad to see a 'neighbour' back in the neighbourhood. Do you still in the same place?
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Post by ashley on Mar 23, 2018 20:17:03 GMT
There is a lot of competition for this show, since it is across Canada. I'm sure you met a lot of people and made connections. Glad to see a 'neighbour' back in the neighbourhood. Do you still in the same place? Oh, quite competitive! There are 90 auditions today/tomorrow just for Toronto! And yes, still in the same place. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg)
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Post by Mystie on Mar 23, 2018 20:18:58 GMT
I thought your petite gateau looked amazing! Hope you'll stick around and share more of your creations, you've been missed!
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Post by Really Red on Mar 23, 2018 20:51:32 GMT
Your petit gateau looked incredible!!!! I would have eaten it happily!
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Post by bumble on Mar 23, 2018 22:08:44 GMT
The petite gateau looks and sounds delicious!
You mentioned on Instagram that your baking station partner was named Alex. I have a friend named Alex that tried out as well. He made a bunny cake. I wondered if it was the same Alex?
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Post by FurryP on Mar 24, 2018 0:37:47 GMT
Sorry you don't think you've made it ashley. That's a bummer. And I have missed you, too! I miss your scrapping style, and your "Things That Sparkle" blog. Good to read you are sparkling again in your life despite the tough times. Best of luck to you.
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Post by imsirius on Mar 24, 2018 1:22:47 GMT
Don't give up hope yet! Maybe your answers were just so good, they didn't need to reshoot! 😁
I thought your cake was gorgeously done. Be proud!
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Post by ashley on Mar 24, 2018 1:25:38 GMT
The petite gateau looks and sounds delicious! You mentioned on Instagram that your baking station partner was named Alex. I have a friend named Alex that tried out as well. He made a bunny cake. I wondered if it was the same Alex? Oh yes it was that Alex!! What a small, small world!
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Post by ashley on Mar 24, 2018 1:26:23 GMT
I do wish I could share cake with all of you. A Pea-party!
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Post by gar on Mar 24, 2018 7:40:24 GMT
I LOVE your blue wall - amazing colour!
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Post by peajays on Mar 24, 2018 13:44:24 GMT
ashley, I am glad you came back to the peas, and I LOVED last season of Great Canadian Bakeoff, I follow several of the first season bakers, and I go to the gym with Sinclair (the optometrist who was let go in ep 2). It must have been such a rush for you to have had that experience! I will follow you later today when I have access to my IG account! ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png)
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Mar 24, 2018 16:56:25 GMT
I painted it a deep, saturated, matte dark blue. I love it! It was the colour I've wanted to paint it since we had the kitchen redone five years ago. There are a couple of pictures here on InstagramThat blue is amazing! However, what I love most is that sink. ![](http://stevengale.smugmug.com/Other/Peasmilies/i-DMBsrcW/0/O/love.gif) . That is an awesome sink!
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Post by ashley on Mar 25, 2018 14:31:49 GMT
ashley , I am glad you came back to the peas, and I LOVED last season of Great Canadian Bakeoff, I follow several of the first season bakers, and I go to the gym with Sinclair (the optometrist who was let go in ep 2). It must have been such a rush for you to have had that experience! I will follow you later today when I have access to my IG account! ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png) Oh no way! More small worldness going on. I liked Sinclair.. was sad to see him let go.
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Post by ashley on Mar 25, 2018 14:33:09 GMT
I love my sink too!! I am taking it with me wherever I go next, even though it's bolted through to the basement because it's so heavy. It wasn't original to this house, but is an authentic original farmhouse sink. I actually love washing dishes in it. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/MNrJDkDuSwqIMVw33MdD.jpg)
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Post by sawwhet on Mar 25, 2018 15:14:31 GMT
Your creations are amazing, Ashley. Have you ever thought about doing it professionally? on your own or as part of a team? Niagara is a real foodie area.
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Post by christine58 on Mar 25, 2018 20:27:44 GMT
Your instagram is amazing with all the baking pics!! Is this your new career??? I wish I could bake like you and others like cakediva~
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