Ashley Reynolds - What's Up With Purity?
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ScottyB: LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, ASHLEY REYNOLDS! Ashley, thank you for allowing me to interview you.
Ashley Reynolds: no problem...it's an absolute honor that you even asked me.
ScottyB: Ok, lets jump right in and talk about your music. I in fact have one of your Cds which I absolutely love, is there anything new out or on the way? Give us the 411
Ashley: The most recent single I released earlier this past year called "On this day." As of now, I'm currently writing for my next album set to be released hopefully sometime next year. You can expect some new music most likely by summer 2008.
ScottyB: Oh cool, now I have two things to look forward to next summer. 1. your CD and 2. A Tan. but anyways, how long have you been singing?
Ashley: I've been singing since I was 13 years old. The journey has been challenging but amazing at the same time.
ScottyB: Any relation to Burt Reynolds? I ask because I know Burt is a singer too. I have a song by Burt called Frosty the Snow Man
Ashley: Haha sad to say, sorry no relation.
ScottyB: lol ok. Do you play any musical instruments?
Ashley: Yes, currently learning to play guitar.
ScottyB: Awesome. I can play twinkle twinkle little star by smacking my stomach. What are your thoughts on that?
Ashley: I would say you are a man of many talents (hehe).
ScottyB: Why thank you Ashley, your not so bad yourself. Christmas is in the air, any special plans for the Holiday?
Ashley: I'm sticking close to home for the holidays, spending time with my family. I'll also be singing in a Christmas choir this year...which is something new for me. I'm excited!
ScottyB: Most everybody does turkey for Thanksgiving. Do you do Turkey for Christmas too?
Ashley: Yep sure do and it's yum yum delicious!
ScottyB: Have you ever had Turkey-like-behavior? Can you be a Turkey at times?
Ashley: If I said no, then I would definitely be lying lol. I can be a total dork at times...also here is a little fact not many people know about me..I can do a turkey call! Yep that's right, I can actually make sounds like a turkey. It's one of my MANY hidden talents lol.
ScottyB: You absolutely must let me hear your turkey call one day, that sounds like it would be fun to listen to. Getting back to your music, do you have a favorite song that you've done? One of my favorites that you've sang is, All That You Bring.
Ashley: I have a few favorites that come to mind but if I have to narrow it down I would say "On this day." It was a dream come true and an answer to prayer to see that song come to pass.
ScottyB: Nice, what do you like to do for fun?
Ashley: Hanging with family and friends...maybe going to a movie or playing laser tag. Also, I like to run (when it's not 17 degrees outside haha).
ScottyB: Your pretty cute Ashley, are you aware of that?
Ashley: Me...cute? Does that answer your question? hehe.
ScottyB: I think you know your cute, but i'll stop flirting and get on with the Interview lol. Lets talk about your relationship with Jesus Christ. What does Jesus bring to your life, how has He improved it and how are things today with that relationship?
Ashley: Knowing Jesus has brought so much joy, peace, and love into my life. There is such comfort knowing that no matter what, He loves me for who I am. I have so many insecurities, worries, fears, and imperfections, but when I step back and focus my attention on Christ, life becomes much more simple and fulfilling. Because this life is not about pleasing myself, but my Savior. This past year my relationship with Christ has been one of major growing pains...definitely a good thing, but I've learned how important it is to make Christ the very center of my life and to rely on Him.
ScottyB: Amen, your right, thats extremely important. Say somebody is reading this interview, maybe they doubt God's existence, maybe they come from a broken home, maybe they are depressed and hurt. Do you have any advice for any of those people out there, maybe a word of encouragement or something?
Ashley: Jesus made a promise to us to "Never leave us nor forsake us." No matter what we go through at any time in our lives God is with us. And not just standing on the side lines either but walking with us every minute of every day. A great scripture to remember that applies to every one of us is Jer.29:11-14 in which God promises us this..."For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart."
ScottyB: Amen. Do you have a favorite Bible Verse?
Ashley: One of my favorites recently has been John 15:13- "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
ScottyB: Do you have a favorite worship song?
Ashley: Sooo many! But, my most recent favorite is Mighty to save by Hillsong.
ScottyB: What about a favorite color, movie, food and dessert?
Ashley: Purple, Loves enduring promise, Orange chicken from Panda Express, and my Grandma's Banana Cream Pie.
ScottyB: Banana Cream Pie? Mmmm, do you think your Grandma would want to adopt me? Don't answer that. lol Who would we find in Ashley's Cd Player today?
Ashley: Celine Dion's new album.
ScottyB: If you could do a duet with any famous Christian Singer, who would it be?
Ashley: I would love to do a duet with Michael Barnes from the Christian Rock band Red! Or Christian singer Rebecca St.James.
ScottyB: Real quick before we end this Interview. Who is more handsome. Me or Tom Cruise? *Gives you the look* answer wisely Ashley, answer wisely. lol
Ashley: You of course... Who likes Tom Cruise anyways?! lol
ScottyB: Well obviously Katie Holmes does lol. Ashley, thank you very much for your precious time. You rock! God Bless and have a very Merry Christmas.
Ashley: Thank you so much, Scott! Merry Christmas everyone :)
ScottyB: Your Welcome. There ya have it folks, Ashley Reynolds! Make sure you visit both her MySpace music page where you can listen to some of her music and check out her website where you can buy some of her music. Christmas is around the corner and music makes the perfect gift!
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Jesus!