Elisa Ashley
Elisa is currently very heavy into writing, living and loving with the man of her dreams, Matthew Austin.
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Art institute of Philadelphia - Visual Communication, Ashworth University - Interior Decorating,Motto
No one is perfect until you fall in love with them.Favorites
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Angels in Waiting (REWRITE - 483 Words)The girls spent a lot of time playing in the garden among the tidy rows of blossoming flowers, having tea parties beneath sun-streaked blue skies and running and giggling in the sprawling green grass next to their home in the country.
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Mother's Day Poemsmother's day poems -
Holding on and Letting GoLife is learning to give and take.
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The Audacity of HopeHope in the face of adversity
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My RoomA short story dedicated to Matthew who gave me the first sentence. :)
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Symphony of SoulsEverything we have experienced, or will experience in this life or not brings us together
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One Year LaterRecovering from rape -
Hormones First Thing in the MorningGirls and boys ARE different! -
Wait!Please I wasn't finished I still have things to say to you To make you believe me
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Love Comes SoftlyLove is what is there when you're sick it's what you talk about when you're together When you're quiet, but not silent
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The Jingle of Change in a PocketThe jingle of change in a pocket dictates the way that I feel and brings a premonition of my future -
The Underlying SadnessThe underlying sadness stays with me It breaks my heart again and again -
Merry-Go-Round WorldPoetic injustices of the heart -
Into the BlueToday is the first day of the rest of my life. -
The Mansion of Mystery, CONCLUSIONChloe exits once more and I, again, sit stunned on her bed. My thoughts are whirling and while I am trying to sort them out Chloe comes back in. Behind her is her friend, Elizabeth Wilton-Turner Hewitt. -
The Mansion of Mystery, Part 5Do I believe in ghosts? How else can I explain Chloe being in my hallway when I was here alone, and then vanishing into thin air? Yes, I believe in ghosts. At least, I do now. I have no other explanation. My thoughts only seem to run in circles.... -
The Mansion of Mystery, Part 4Other than the yellowing fading newspaper clipping of the photo of the painting of Chloe, I cannot find her anywhere. There are no names, no people, no listings, no journal entries of or by anyone of that name. -
I RefuseA semi-poetic demand for justice -
The Mansion of Mystery, Part ThreeI stand at the top of the staircase in the hallway and listen, trying to stop my breath from coming in ragged gasps so I can hear. There is an eerie stillness and suddenly, what I hear is a frightened shout. VICTOR!! -
The Mansion of MysteryAt the foot of the staircase I do not see my backpack. I shrug and walk through the downstairs, retracing my steps to see if I left it somewhere along the way. I find it in the kitchen. I haven't been in the kitchen today until just now. -
The House on Haunted HillOnce upon a time it goes I brought to you, my love, a rose we loved together and I do still at the house on haunted hill -
The Mansion of MysteryOnce the mansion was completed the couple wed and moved into the grand structure standing proudly amidst the landscaped lawns and abundant gardens. The heavily grieving tycoon left behind the house and his life there but six months later, never to be seen again. -
My FeelingsPoems escape through my hurting fingers typing away as my feelings become words
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Haunted EndsDust at the side of the street is picked up and whisked away with the fallen leaves and blown in a vortex around the front lawn of the old white house. She closes her eyes and takes in a deep breath as she lies on the cold grass beside the street. -
The Pain of LivingI am so sad that my chest hurts. Everyday brings so much pain. -
Love ExplainedMy heart leaps inside my chest Your voice I treasure Your impossibly large incredibly blue eyes look at me -
Like a New Day DawningI wake up refreshed Eager to begin a new day The first day of the rest of my life -
RaindropsRaindrops cold like ice sting my exposed skin. -
The C Wordbut I am sure it's a cold or maybe the flu Do not worry about me It will go away -
My GoodbyeMy goodbye says farewell to a friend so long to my past goodbye to my life as I know it -
AloneThere is an anger to being alone -
LaughterLaughter makes us smile makes hard times easier helps us make friends even gives us some exercise -
HidingHiding Running My heart is thumping in my chest it's hard to catch my breath -
YouYou are my best friend you keep all my secrets -
The Light Surrounds Methe light surrounds me comforts me covers me in darkness it is so bright I cannot see the light surrounds me -
Seven Peoniesseven peonies rest beneath the sun gently bobbing in the breeze their perfumed heads dancing to the children's laughter -
My Dream Echoes My RealityI dreamt of you last night I could yet see your goodness your promise still you chose to do wrong even in my sleep -
There was a TimeA poem for battered women. -
Raping ElisaI saw you regularly outside my school After a while we said hello It was a daily occurrence for us to greet one another -
Growing Up WeirdLike most children I suppose, I think my mother is insane. She isn't psychotic or dangerous -- just nuts. Unlike most children though, I've kept a record of her...um...antics, and have a small accompanying photo album. -
Saying GoodbyeI still try to call you before I remember you're not there. I feel your absence more than I feel my own presence. -
To Ski or Not to Ski? that is the Question...it's one person standing on two slabs of wood and hurtling themselves down the side of a mountain... -
Missing YouI am numb because I am frozen without you. -
Someday I Would like to Wake UpI sigh and take in a deep breath I hope to awaken one day soon eager to live, excited about the day instead of dreading getting up and finding out what horror will greet me. -
Mommy Has Her Hands FullLet me catch you up on my little life. My husband left for a business convention and will be gone a week. Today was DAY TWO of my harrowing adventures into single parenting. -
RegretI can only say I'm sorry -
Healing from WithinI lie broken unable to move barely breathing every part of my body aches -
Finding RoryHer truck spun around and hit a parked car at the side of the street, flipped over twice and came to rest against a telephone pole. -
The Face of HopeHope springs eternal Or so they say Loving you brings peace to my life Loving you gives me security You give me hope -
A Day in the Life of MomI was twenty-one when I became a parent for the first time. I am thirty-eight now and my first baby is now seventeen. Time flies when you're dazed and confused!
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The Plus Side of BoobsI've always considered myself "lucky" to have boobs. In my younger days I was whistled at continually, once by a guy hanging outof his car as he drove past...and that was after I'd changed into jeans and a sweatshirt. -
Department Store WoesLife on the floor -
Unhappy EndingsJayci sat on the edge of her bed, resisting the urge to flop face-down and cry. -
Dancing in the Mists of DarknessI am broken inside I hurt outside But still I can dance -
DrowningI try to forget you and her I'm dying to forget you and her The pain is too much to bear -
The Lingering Pain of LoveI can't hide my pain It lives on the surface of every day life It seems to touch everything around me I cannot escape You -
Nine Minutes to HappinessHe made her promise to rest and went to work for half the day. When he returned five hours later he found Janet sitting up in bed with a stunned look on her face and the telephone in her hand. -
Sad Song of My HeartI just wanted to be able to breathe It hurt so much inside Inside me Inside the house Losing you Losing me I had to breathe -
In the Darkness of NightIn the darkness of the night you awaken me I feel you caress my face I can feel you looking at me Your eyes are searching I open my eyes and gaze into yours You kiss me -
The Flame of Passionto lose my grasp on reality i fill your place with another -
HidingPeople walk past me on the street or in the store or at the mall They don't even know I am there. My eyes are downward at all times. If I can't see them, they can't see me. If someone sees me, they forget immediately. I am a ghost.
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To Trust or Not to TrustWhat are we but solitary beings, floating in our indifferent existence knowing we cannot believe what another tells us, we cannot let another inside our heads and especially not our hearts. If we want to remain unscathed,
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Curling Up in a BallLet me sleep. Let me go. Let me dream.
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Spinning Painpulled slowly to shreds by the harsh indifference of those around me.
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Growing Up, Growing ColderI am trying to exist in a world I helped create and now have no control over.
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There Are Things Only a Wife Should KnowIt hurts that you brought her into our lives.. Into MY life, MY world, MY family WHILE I WAS STILL HERE
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It's Not the SameA harsh word an angry look A love repressed a singe of heat a burned out flame a slighted heart it's not the same.
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No Child Left BehindThe first thing I read on the website about the NCLB Act is the July 2005 Nation's Report Card (NAEP) saying it is working because "student achievement is rising across America"...and what I am wondering is what happens long-term? -
Annual Halloween Activities in Erie PennsylvaniaWhile Erie is known for its maritime history during the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813 and scenic Presque Isle State Park, it is also loaded with fun things to do year-round and the Halloween season is no exception. -
Transitioning from Home to SchoolTransitioning to a school setting is a major milestone for millions of children; however, research by the National Center for Early Development & Learning indicates that transition practices used in schools may not be suited to the needs of children. -
The Worth of a Child: Missing ChildrenNatalee Holloway was an 18 year old honor student with a scholarship to the University of Alabama waiting for her when she walked out of a bar and into international headlines. -
A Letter to New Mothers: Remembering Baby's Special MomentsWhether you have already given birth, just found out it's in your future or are approaching your first Kindergarten send-off there is something I want you to be aware of…something I want you to take time to consciously recognize. -
Centipedes, Spiders and Ants - OH MY!You just can NOT fully grasp my fear and loathing of BUGS. You can't. You haven't seen the tears or fits of hysteria. I know, it's sad really. I'm a fairly bright, happy, intelligent human being who is reduced to shrieking fits at the sight of a BUG. -
Indoor Waterfalls and Construction MenLike most tales this can be traced back in time to one significant event. In my case, my saga begins with the overflowing of the toilet. -
The Dog Days of SummerThis weekend I am dogsitting for a friend. Not a very CLOSE friend, mind you. Let me tell you how insane I am: we have seven kids (five of whom who are still at home), we already have a dog,and it's a four-day weekend.
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Home Makeover Ideas for Under $100Whether updating your current room scheme or completely changing your mind about what you like, you can accomplish your decorating goal for under $100 with a little bit of research and some carefully laid plans.