Everyone has a name and a number. Personally, I’ve had several names (maiden, married, nicknames..) and have a number attached that tags along when ever I want to open a credit card or buy a car, among other things. Pretty unique that a name and number DEFINE ME.
Not entirely. My identity is something that I have struggled with for a while. Just this week, I told Paul that I wanted to move to San Antonio, Texas and have a “fresh start”.. side note that I am taking my girls to Texas in April to see my BFF.. but I want to MOVE to a place I’ve never even visited before? I live in a constant state of comparison and let me tell you.. it’s tough. Becoming a mother at the age of 20 with my first born in addition to a new-er wife (going on our third year!) as I navigate being an impactful role model for my children to working a full time job and starting a family business of our own to being a college student (ALL positives, mind you), my “identity has changed/ shoot the “mind thieves have taken over! You know who I’m talking about.. the ones who only speak to YOU. Can bring you down with the blink of an eye? Better yet, can make you question your character?
Placing myself along with my family into a blog might raise an eyebrow or two if I am comparing myself to others- which is why I am doing this. I’m living in an identity that changes daily.. so who is the REAL Ashley? I’m hopeful that I can find her with you.
I read somewhere once that a woman’s mind is like a computer with multiple tabs open all at once. Holy cow isn’t this relatable? Our mind can be our own worst enemy. But why? I like to think of myself as being a Godly woman/ but I’d be lying if seeing “Fill in the blank” posting a vacation picture didn’t open up the jealousy tab.
News flash- the Pullas family isn’t moving to Texas. At least not now. Who know what the future holds/ as that is true for all of us. I was also reminded by a dear friend today that a lot can change in 3 days.. and if you REALLY think about it.. life can change in 3 minutes or 3 hours and then again in 3 days.
Identity is unique. This blog is unique as I begin, too. I know thieves will pop up along the way, that’s life. You’ll have to check back and see which Ashley you’ll get that day 😉 I am not a doctor, a lawyer (even though I’m studying it- hehe), an expert, or anything remotely close to a category of someone who speaks with authority. I am a human being who has stuff that isn’t about that “thieves” life.
With love, Ashley
Purely Pullas 