My Personal Childhood Web

This is my cousin Reggie and I. My Cousin Reggie was my best friend. He was 5 years younger than me,and he was my"shadow". Where ever I went, he went. I spent all of my childhood with him and my other cousins at my grandmother's every summer. He passed away in a car crash in 2006. He was 17 years old.













This is my Mom and I. Oh how I love her so! She is my inspiration, coach, best friend, my world. She has supported, raised, and guided me into the woman I am today.














This is my daddy and I. He was in the military (army), and a police officer. I was his "Pumpkin". I was such a daddy girl. He showed me how a man should love me. He also let me know if he didn't like any of my boyfriends. LOL. He was my protector. I could do no wrong in his eyes.














This my aunt Darlene ( my mother's twin), and my godmother Bonita. They are like my mothers. They help raised and mold me into who I am. My godmother was firm, but had a kind heart. My aunt spoiled me.
















This is my cousin Shawn. She is like a sister. She is my Aunt Darlene's daughter. We are 10 years apart. I looked up to her when I was younger. I thought she was the coolest thing walking. I wanted to be just like her when I grew up. Today she is my confidant, my sister, and the godmother of my children.







This is my cousin Robbie. We were partners in crime growing up. In school everyone thought that we were siblings. We are one year apart. I love him with all of my heart. He is now a Pharmacist in D.C.
















This is my VERY best friend Tanisha. We have been friends since the 4rth grade. We have had one another's backs for over 20 years. We bonded over the fact that we both are only children.















This is my "village". This was at our family reunion when I was 14 years old. All of these people have made a mark in my upbringing. This is were I learned my family history, how to sing, write poetry, how to love, show compassion, and how to support.

My Son's Painting

This is my son Christian's painting. He is 4 years old, and he attends a Montessori school in our area. I chose this painting because I am so proud of him( insert tear here lol). I have always had a passion for education, but since I've had children, my passion has grown. As a parent you see things clearer when it comes to children. Whether it be education, the arts, sports, etc. I also chose this painting because I think it pretty awesome! Ashley Wilkins-Miller

My Friend's son.... Tron

I wanted to post this about a childhood friend of mine and her son. Tron has been battling cancer since the age of 5 years old, but he carries on with his faith in God, his family, and friends. Many times I see Ashley is overwhelmed, and I see Tron telling her "don't worry mom, God's got it". He is such an inspiration to me, and Ashley. I couldn't imagine what she is going through, and I am inspired by her her strength and courage. They are an AWESOME family. Here is a little background about what has happened recently with Tron: Make-A-Wish South Carolina and Applebee's deliver a boat for Tron “Tron's boat.” Make-A-Wish comes true for Tron Foster The words were written in white paint along the side of the boat, and as 10-year-old Tron Foster stepped out of Applebee's Monday evening, there was no mistaking that it was his. “Wow,” said Tron, who has been battling various types of cancer and lung disease since the age of 5. It was painted a bright orange, decorated with Clemson Tiger paws. Inside, were fishing rods, life vests and a tackle box full of bait — everything one needs for a family fishing trip. This was what he always wanted — a Clemson Tiger fishing boat. Make-A-Wish of South Carolina and Applebee's in Spartanburg helped him reel it in. Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy, according to a news release. They granted 142 wishes throughout the state last year; funding is made possible through private donations, individuals, companies, and special events. Forty-five Apple Gold Group Applebee's restaurants in North and South Carolina are striving to raise $227,000 for Make-A-Wish this year, according to the web site of the Raleigh, N.C.-based company. Tron wasted no time climbing inside the bright orange boat. He pretended he was out on the water and slid on a life vest. “I love the boat,” he said. “I love fishing.” Surrounded by friends and family members in the Applebee's parking lot, Tron continued to smile — something his mother, Ashley Garner, hasn't seen him do in some time. “It's worth it just to see him smile,” she said. “He's been so down lately. For a mom, just to see him smile is priceless.” Tron was diagnosed with bone cancer when he was 5. He went through treatment, but ultimately, in 2011, needed a bone marrow transplant. “I was his donor,” Garner said. “And that's surprising, because parents are never a match.” But now, as a result of the transplant, Tron is struggling with chronic lung disease and is in need of a lung transplant. “We turn to prayer, family, friends, and school,” Garner added. “His school, Boiling Springs Intermediate School, has been really supportive.” The school even did fundraisers to help make his wish possible. “This is a gift he will not forget,” she said. “He's been wanting a fishing boat for about three or four years.” She said they plan on taking it out on the water Saturday to celebrate Tron's 11th birthday. Beth Taylor, a member of Make-A-Wish of South Carolina's board of directors, was on hand to help fulfill the rather unique wish. “A lot of kids wish for trips to Disney World or other trips,” she said. “We have had so much fun with this wish, because it's something different.” Originally, the boat was a typical green johnboat, but Make-A-Wish of South Carolina 's President Russell Smith had a professional add a custom orange coat to represent Tron's favorite team. Taylor said wishes typically cost between $6,800 and $7,200. Back on the boat in the Applebee's parking lot, Tron, with the life vest securely around his neck, didn't want to get out. “He could stay there all day,” said his mother, with a smile almost as big as his. (Goupstate.com) Ashley Wilkins-Miller

I like me.....Nancy Carlson

This was my favorite book growing up! I was given this book by my older cousin. One day, I came home from school visibly upset, and my cousin asked me why I was crying. I told her that I was picked on by some of my classmates, because I was different. I told her that I wished that I was like them. I wished that I looked different. She calmed me down by telling me how special I was, and how beautiful I was. The following day she came over to bring me a surprise. It was this book! This book made to feel better about my differences, and embrace who I was. It helped me to build self-confidence. If you come across any young child that struggles with low self esteem, please read them this book. It will change their outlook about things. Ashley Wilkins-Miller

My favorite quote from Marie Montessori

“All humans of every race and every country have children, and the child can become the focus of universal interest … to create a sphere of action that will enable all mankind to work together and live in peace.” Marie Montessori This is a quote that I live by. As an educator, I want to create an atmosphere where my students can work together " in peace". Free of judgement, chaos, or limitation. I believe that our social views began within a class room. It's like a small society within its self. If they, the children, feel safe to be themselves in the classroom. I believe that they will feel free to be themselves anywhere. Ashley Wilkins-Miller

Ashley at 4 Year's Old.......

Hello! Welcome to my blog! I am Ashley Wilkins-Miller, and this is my blog for EDUC-005-02. I am a Early Childhood Studies graduate student at Walden University, with a specialization in Administration,Leadership, and Management. One again welcome! "Practice the change that you want to occur in the world, and it will be" Ashley Wilkins-Miller