Friday, January 8, 2010

#1 About Me

My name is Ashley Miner, and I am twenty years old. My brother, Mathew, is sixteen, and both my parents are living. I have a cat, and help my brother take care of two lizards and a ball python. Since I was eight I've taken horseback riding lessons and still own my horse who I have worked with since I was fourteen. As with most little girls, and to this day, I enjoy all things that involve horses. I paint them, write about them, ride them, and use them to teach confidence and self-assurance to other young girls. I started coaching when I was twelve, and when I was thirteen, I began assisting challenged children and adults at a specialized riding facility.
I thoroughly enjoy helping others and learning, and am happiest when those two elements combine. Writing has always been a passion and I look forward to expanding my abilities. Being technologically challenged, I ask for forgiveness for my frequent, seemingly ridiculous questions. Also, I am impossible to offend, so there is no need to preface a comment with "no offense but..." That is not necessary, I am here to learn.
Lastly, I love to work. Whether it be waiting tables, washing dishes, working in a barn, cleaning a house, or working on a paper or project, I absolutely love to work.

10 comments:

  1. Wow, you are brave to ride horses and own all those animals...I know I couldn't do it! I think it's great that you like to work and help others. Its rare that you find people our age who care about either :)

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  2. I love horses. Although I have never been lucky enough to own one myself. My Father sent me to horse camp when I was twelve. I have had a passion for them ever since. I also find that it's better to be open minded and accepting of what others have to say. It is very hard to offend me as well. :)

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  3. My brother is nine is also has a snake. I really don't like snakes, especially when it comes to feeding time, so I let him take care of it with my parent's help. Props to you for being braver than me! And, horses are some of the most majestic creatures. I love them too and wish I had more time to spend with them! Our class seems to be full of animal lovers!

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  4. I am a workaholic, so I feel you on that one! I h ave never been on a horse, but would really like to learn how to ride one! I think that is awesome that you help young girls!

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  5. I think it is fascinating that you found away to build confidence among young girls through horseback riding. I know horseback riding can be challenging, but once you overcome your fears you feel powerful. Also, when it comes to you asking ridiculous questions, I have the tendency to do the same thing.

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  6. I'm a server at Johnny's Pizza right now, and even though people say I'm crazy for actually enjoying it, I get a lot out of the new people I meet as well as the regulars. Honestly, if I wasn't working I would just be sitting at home doing nothing, so I'm thankful for work to keep me busy too!

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  7. "Also, I am impossible to offend, so there is no need to preface a comment with 'no offense but...' That is not necessary, I am here to learn." So, I love this. I prefaced the last work shopping class I took with "Do you want me to be nice, or do you want me to tell you the truth?" I think the truth works a heck of a lot better, but if people want to live in a fictional world where they're fantastic, who am I to tell them no, right? I think you and I are going to get along just fine ;-).


    And I wish I had the same work ethic everyone else in the class seems to! I usually have to drag myself to work. When I'm there, I'm focused, and I tend to bring my work home with me, but sometimes it's at the expense of my sanity.

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  8. Your good work ethics will come in handy... I have to find inspiration sometimes to get up and work especially if its something i don't want to do. And your right you are here to learn, so ask as many questions as you need too.

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  9. I see you like animals. I like the you found and direct distinction between what you love to do and helping others at the same time

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  10. I would like of learn more about how you use horses to help young girls. I think its cool like you like so many different types of animals.

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