With that being said, I don’t want to come off like we are in a perfect world over here. I always want to keep it real, and there are a lot of parts of starting a new job with two little kids (one who is still a baby), plus maintaining a home and being a wife and daughter, granddaughter, sister, friend, aunt … that is just plain hard. Like many of you, most days I feel like I am trying to pull off way too much and sometimes, not any of it very well. It would have been way easier to stay at my comfortable job, the one I was in for eleven years, but I knew there was more for me and I wanted more for myself and for my family. And more than anything, I wanted to show that to my girls, who I hope will do the same one day.
AND just add to the crazy, because why not, since working in this job I have gotten the motivation (and courage!) to officially start my own business! Planning events is something I have always loved to do, it’s the creative & artistic soul in me, and I’m so excited to combine that passion with work. Ashley Brickner Event Planning & Styling is OFFICIAL! I already have some weddings coming up in the next few months, I hope to add more, as well as any other kind of events and just styling in general. I’m so excited about this new chapter, and am thankful to my sweet family who has been so supportive of it. If you are interested in more information, please email me at abrickner1@gmail.com, I will soon be adding a link to my new website to the blog as well!
And because what post is complete without pictures, a few of my babies because they are the reason behind everything I do, I’m SOOOOO thankful I have been able to be home more with them more during this season of life. Miss Avalon Elle stood up for the first time Friday morning, it honestly brought tears to my eyes, I was so proud of her & just so happy I was there to see it, which wouldn’t have been the case if I was still at my teaching position. Also, not for nothing, she has doesn’t done it since which I am 100% ok with. 😉 I love them both with all of my heart, even on the craziest, busiest of days, and hope that they will always know that.
Hope you had the best weekend! XO
How exciting! And styling weddings couldn't be a more perfect fit! So how do the hours work now? Are you home more during the week but work more weekends? I'm always curious how these more creative jobs work since if I go back to work I doubt it would be in accounting (as I was before).
Good for you girl! You're taking the steps to make your dreams come true and that's awesome!!
So many wonderful new adventure and joyous new beginnings. I can imagine it was scary to leave teaching but cheers to following your dreams and starting your new business and working in an industry you love. Glad it allows you to still see your girls and let the creative juices flow. xoxo
Oh Ashley, what a dream job! Such an exciting change for your family, congrats!
Congratulations, Ashley! Super happy for you!!
That is such wonderful news! Congratulations. I'd love to hear more about your new position, sounds so exciting, I love weddings. I hope you share more as you're building your business too, I love that!
Yay, so so proud of you for taking the leap and following your dreams. I can't think of a more perfect job for you! I cannot wait to see this business blossom, congrats friend!
Congratulations, so awesome!!!
A bridal stylist? That sounds like the perfect job for you. I know you will do so well with that. And the fact that you get to be with your girls more is amazing! I am so happy for you and your sweet family, friend. And Mama, you are definitely not alone in those feelings. Us Mama’s always seem to put so much pressure on ourselves. Just have peace in knowing that you’re doing the best that you can, you’re the best mama to those sweet girls and the best wife. Give yourself grace! And your own business, no doubts that you will rock that as well. Sweet pictures!!
Congratulations, Ashley! So excited to follow along with you on this new chapter!
I couldn't think of anything that could be more perfect for you, my dear! What a blessing! So very happy for you and excited to watch as this journey unfolds! Welcome to the world of being a girl boss;) It can be tough, but so very worth it!
Congrats!!1 Thats amazing 🙂 You will do amazing things!!!
Chelsea @ http://thewilliamsjourney1.blogspot.com
Ashley!! I'm so excited for you!! What a great opportunity and I always find it incredibly inspiring to see people just go for it and do what they love!! you're going to be amazing at this, can't wait to see some of the events you plan, you have great style and taste and I have no doubt you are going to excel at this!! YAY for Girl Bosses! XO
Such a fabulous fruition of a wonderful dream! So happy for you & your family. Proud of you for following your dreams! What a wonderful example for your sweet girls!
What a fabulous way to spend your days! Being creative and using your mind in fun ways is always so good for your soul. Not at all boring and allows you to do something you love!
This is SO EXCITING. The wedding industry is a perfect fit for you and you'll make a wonderful planner!!
Congrats, Ashley, on both of these new ventures! You are going to rock both of them!
What an exciting new change! I'm thrilled for you to be working in a career you LOVE! Congratulations!
Congratulations on your new adventure! Good luck with everything and I hope it makes you happy!!
Eee! How exciting! I wish you the best with your new adventure! And the girls.. swoon! They are growing up so beautifully and so fast!
Congratulations! Very exciting!
So exciting!! I'll get married again, so you can plan it!! 😉 So happy and excited for you guys, and I am sure that the girls are OVER the moon excited to be home with you!!!
This is so exciting, Ashley! I love that you are doing something you've always dreamed of – so inspiring! I'm sure your new business will take off soon and make you successful!
This is greatness! Congratulations on getting out of your comfort zone and doing new things! Anything that gives you more time with your babies is a plus in my book!!
Congrats lady! That is so amazing and I know you will do so great at it. I can't wait to see where this journey takes you! Wahoo!
Congrats, momma!! So happy for you making it happen, best of luck with the transition and settling into the new 'normal'. 🙂
SO EXCITING!! Congrats to you on this big, awesome adventure!
Good for you girl! This is so awesome!!! Following your passions and being a mama isn't easy, so it's incredible & inspirational to see you doing it!
What fantastic news! Congratulations, Ashley!!!
So exciting!!!! Congrats to you on this new endeavor! I know you will be perfect at it. And now I'm off to check out your wedding link because I'm sure everything about it is gorgeous!
That is so amazing Ashley! Congratulations!!
So excited for you and this new adventure! I see so many amazing things in your future! And I hope you get to post photos of them all so we can live vicariously through you! 🙂 Mwah!
That is soo exciting, Ashley!! Congrats! I can't wait to see all the amazing-ness you do!!!
You are an inspiration! Cheers, mama!!!! xx
That's so exciting! Congratulations to you!
Wow! Congrats lady! Very exciting.
I am seriously SO happy and excited for you!! You go, momma!! Change is hard and scary and EXCITING! Doing what is best for you and your family is what matters most! I'm excited to watch your business grow!!