An All new Blog!!!

Hi Everyone!!

Just as an update, Im back working my tail off in the Salon and booking currently. In addition, my website at www.ashleynicolemorgin.com has been updated and is new!!

I also have started a new blod, where I will be posting..So you are absolutely invited to come over and follow me there.. www.ashleynicolemorgin.wordpress.com

Im working on a research/thesis paper about the differences in diagnosis between Gender Dysphoria and Gender Identity Disorder. Im looking for those who want to participate with their life story(anonymousely) of course to help in my research. If thats you--drop me a line through my website and email me if interested.

All for now....xoxo

Its YOUR time now!!

I finally had my time to spend my own glam day! It was nice, as Iv'e grown so used to giving it to everyone else. But, I now have an opportunity for all of those interested in shooting like this picture to come spend the day with us and let all of us pamper you!

This is your time to shine with clothing, makeup, accessories, photos and most of all...The most glam day given. Feel free to email me for details with a Cleveland East location(Solon) as well as a Cleveland West location (Rocky River). Go check out www.alexaart.net and drop us a line to book your day!!

nikmorgin@yahoo.com

All KINDS OF UPDATES!

I love my blog followers. I had been contemplating recently shutting this down, so Ill ask for YOUR opinion. Is it worthy of remaining?? Comment or email!!

So, on to the updates: First, Im doing ok back here in Cleveland. The Salon of mine is doing well and I just added some services for boys AND girls! I now have a great pedicure/back massage chair station! Im running specials on ...Tea Tree oil foot scrubs, Olive oil and sugar scrubs and foot lotion theapy for my clients. Only $20.00 and comes with a complimentary lotion gift kit. So book that now to my local friends.

Im still doing makeup and hair and have now opened up to travel in my area to come in and do your makeup for your night out. Just email me for specials and pricing.

Ive finally gotten back into my photoshoots and modeling and for those of you who follow me, you can see some recent ones on my flickr or Facebook.

Im still here, trying to do right by others and continuing to bring myself positive Karma. Its important to me so that I can makeup for some of my own past mistakes and take care of everyone I can. It makes me feel better about myself and my own little life!

Feel free as always to reach out and opine, don't be shy--Its kinda why Im here!!!

Love my followers............xoxo Ashley

August 1 Updates!!!

Well, its been one fun summer..I hope everyone is doing well! This past month has been good for me too! I finally launched my brand new series of lip glosses in my store! The feedback from those that have ordered so far has been great and thats all I need!

Im doing a ton of charity work and making sure to send free product to those who are struggling. I know its a tough economic time--but I want to make sure everyone can be included!

Ive expanded my makeup services to those within 40 miles of me for me to travel to them for your night out--Feel free to email me on this as Im about to launch a mobile spa/makeup/hair service for you boys that want to buy it for your woman!!!

I have no real rants for this week, I just only hope people continue to shop my site and trust in my cosmetic line. Want to try the colors before you buy?? Fine..Just email me through my website at www.ashleynicolemorgin.com and I will take care of you!!!

All be well, All my love... Me!

"Trust Me"!!!

Ok! How many times we hear that one! Sometimes it matters, sometimes it doesn't. But when it comes to any therapeutic, cosmetic or medical procedure it completely matters!

For years, I was never one to pay much attention to some of the cosmetic procedures out there that many use just to knock years off of their physical appearance. As a makeup artist I had simply learned techniques over the years to cause a similar result.

However, when you have to eat your own words or when you are exposed to something new and it changes your opinion, then you go with it. So there I went and finally stepped into that new world with an opportunity to have some Dysport injections. Think Botox and you'll understand what Dysport is--But I won't go into the differences as I am not educated on that.

I had it done on my forehead and my center frown lines. I have to admit I was nervous and excited but as I watched over the next few days in the mirror, jumping up and down in excitement is probably a more truthful descriptive term..lol

I am completely blown away at the results and how many years this removed from my particular age appearance. Will I now become an addict? lol Iv'e now given that consideration as thats how positive I feel about it now.

Do I now believe in it? ABSOLUTELY!!! More particularly, as many of my readers know, I advocate for those that support our community by being friendly and welcoming and I also report those I trust so I can advocate their services to others. In this case I now have that with a Doctor performing my cosmetic procedures. My recommendation for him, his professionalism, and care, I will advocate for.

So those on that "edge" considering this minor procedure with MAJOR results, feel free to email me and I will provide his information. Male, Female, both, all walks of life are welcome!

Ill keep you posted lovlies!!!!!

XOXO, Ashley

With Dignity..We deserve EQUAL, not MORE Rights!

So here are the topics, Here are the questions and Controversies and here are my humble opinions. None of this is based on any serious legal opinion, but on research and on the way I approach these situations. All comments are appreciated and feel free as Im currently preparing to write an E-Book to include these topics.

The Public Bathroom Dilemma: Its always a dilemma, its always surfacing as a new topic in transgender blogs. It bears huge consideration and exploration. Public bathrooms can be somewhat of an "enigma", a mystery, a scary place, a forebodding land. When all else has gone well on that date-there comes a time when we must use the bathroom. So there you go--off to it. You haven't even made up your mind as to which one on that walk. You are completely intimidated, completely humbled and all you can hope is that when you open that door, either nobody is in there--or those that are will just accept you and move on their way. Sound Familiar?? My point is quick, if you look like a female and are acting like one--at the fork--you MUST choose the female/girls room. The dilemma you face is --legally in many places--yes--you could get in some trouble, uh--I seriousely doubt that anyone would want to prosecute that type of case as the ACLU would love to have it. BUT--Try walking into a boys bathroom dressed like me in my pic. What is gonna be worse. The considerations for your own safety must come first. The considerations for others must comes first!. However, what you must not ever ever do is what I like to term. "Hanging out in the show" This is not a time to make waves, to hang out and wait for others to bounce in and out, to make others uncomfortable at all. You are to be respectful, demure, humble and do what you came to do. A spectacle? NO...!! Think of others before yourself and how they can be impacted. Everyone coming after you follows your lead--Dont make this an issue.

I haven't used a boys bathroom in years..Id say first for my own safety, but second--just because 1. They havent installled the "unisex" bathroom and 2. Because I have not undergone SRS, Does not mean I do not identify as a female?--Ask me if Im a female, then Ill tell you which bathroom I refuse to use.. It starts with a B!.

I have been known to publically shame places where I have heard of transgender girls being thrown out of a girls bathroom or being denied entry. Those places, I need to know, we can just do it together publically. However..If the behavior in that room is anything less than ladylike--Then No...I do not support you...

Just my piece of the day!! Email or comment--Id love to hear ALL sides of the issue!!!!

xoxo Ashley

Every once in a while in your life you come across someone who I term a "gorgeous soul" often those people enter you life just when you least expect it, yet when you most need it. This past week I had a truly beautiful experience when a recent client walked into my salon. The very truth of the matter is that sometimes I get wrapped up with client after client, although I treat each as best as I can, I just sometimes "fog out" and go through my day.

But this one was different, and this one was touching. You see, this one made me realize again that I am fortunate, fortunate to be who I am, how I am and how much I help others. I will not violate my clients privacy by describing them accurately, but what I can say is that this person has spent the past few years in their own rough patch. Having gone through--what must have been an enourmous trial in life, learning they have discovered cancer, treating and surgically operating in an area quite visible to others, I was awakened with a task not even I was sure I could solve. My head spun, my hands shook and the only goal was to provide the opportunity to be able to look in the mirror and not see those scars. To be comfortable that people werent looking, examining, judging.

I had to do my best and was aware of the nervousness of the situation. My client was older, yet classy, well spoken and seemed very upbeat. Far better than Id have been. The goal was to be able to "go out" there in public--To just once try to make it happen and to step upon a fear we have all endured.

I worked some methods to complete the makeover and spend some time discussing all of those elements of the nerves, the asbolute horror of what could happen upon leaving my salon. All the while, I felt like breaking down and crying as it certainly flashed me back to every feeling I had years ago coming out and being out. I remembered every fear that we take for granted and try to forget.

Needless to say, there was a massive element of pride when I was told that it was going to happen and my clients was leaving to accomplish this life goal. It made me feel like it was something out of the "bucket list" movie and when gone, I broke down and cried--hard..

Ive never cried after a client, but in this case--this person opened my eyes again. This person let me know that there are struggles out there way bigger than mine and the daily choices we make are crucial. Do we live our lives and become strong individuals, or do we wait and just hope we can make it through some future regret. I dont want to look back at my life with that regret and Im proud and glad I was able to be there when another needed me.

Today, I shall thank God for what I have and for giving me the skill to do what I do. Often us Makeup artists and Stylists are not seen as a career of individuals worthy of helping others. Ive proved the naysayers wrong. Id never change my career and IM proud of all of us in this line of work. We do have a place, we are helping and each of us should be proud.

My Bucket List..

For anyone who cares..lol I figured a good way to go into summer is present my personal bucket list/goals. Yes, some will be cheesy, some may sound like egotistical..blah..But-maybe some might inspire!!! That would be the best. Candid, Yes.. Unapologetic...yep! Its all in fun, but comment away--even if you thing they are dorky..

1. To go on a date in a limo, a gorgeous dinner, and catching him not being able to take his eyes off me..Good one!

2. Becoming a transgendered----scratch that part--Just a celebrity---even if only like for a week! But definitely with Gossip about me on radar or tmz--but only good stuff---like so and so was seen with this new girl--we discovered her name is Ashley.

3. Doing makeup--one time--one chance on any of the following people and after done hearing "You rocked it" Chloe Kardashian, Lily Allen, Christina Aguilera, Bree Olson, Victoria Beckham, Jenna Lee, Kelly Ripa, Robyn Meade and Megyn Kelly. To name a few...

4. Doing one photoshoot for a fashion magazine--Just one--tasteful.

5. Being flown somewhere...

6. Seeing LA, Hollywood, and Cali in general

7. Meeting any of the following: Ewan McGregor, Charlie Sheen (yep--on the bandwagon), Frank Marino (and working with him), Adam Levine (Maroon 5)

8. Having a PR or agent

9. Going back to ballroom dancing

10. Being on DWTS as the first Trans girl

11. Partying in South Beach

12. Hanging out one night with Olivia from Jerseylicious

13. Being cast on a "Real Housewives"

14. Having my Cosmetics store make enough to give to charity for Animal Protection every single year!

15. Dating a celebrity

16. Being less shallow than I apparently am in this list.lol

17. Freedom (inside meaning)

18. A dinner with the president

19. Weekly gala events

20. Being taken on a vacation or cruise!

21. Getting more people to register on my website as future potential customers--just to make me feel better..lol

22. Helping others come out full time.

23. My coming/pending implants

24. The perfect garden

25. Working as a waitress at Rehab in Vegas--ok maybe not--the one guy is kinda mean--so just being at Rehab..

26. Doing CPR and saving the person..Not just for the like fun of it.

27. Being a bride

28. 5 more seconds with my father that passed(ie. one hug...just one)

29. Forgiving everyone thats ever shit on me.

30. Actually handing a packet of food to a child in need --from that Tv commercial about feeding the needy with your 29.00 donation.. So just handing it to them to see it..

31. Being a better hair stylist (Can always be better I guess)

32. A real husband!

Im guessing thats my list so far..Ill update and I owe some of you asking on some legal issues vs. the transgender community. Im doing some mega research here on some of the following issues.

Public Facilites: I will be arguing that it is not against the law to use a female facilitity even if srs has not been chosen.

Vehicles and Driving: I will argue that it is not illegal to get behind the wheel as a female--even when your ID says male (Caveat--Illegal activities while driving is a no no)

"The Checkout": Did you just get carded, how to react--how to present and some of my advice on how to cope with those issues--Ive been in them all--so hang tight--the advice is coming!

Have a great weekend everyone! please please please come follow me on my site and register under "create an account" it means the world!!!!!!! or just contact me and say hi or --even" I hate what you write bitch..lmao"

xoxo Ashley

SHOP THE BRAND NEW AWESOME STORE!!! MINE!!!

Hi Girls!!! OK, its brand new as of last night (April 14, 2011) My killer store! From Cosmetics--Ive created, to brushes, Pasties, and accessories!

I'll list some notables about it here to answer some Faq's:

1. Its completely private, secure, and private shipping. Im the only one with my store access so legal names are strictly confidential and un-used. I know how fearful it can be. I still get ancy using my legal name/credit card! But no worries here. Shipping is private!

2. 100% refund policy. You dont like my products, then you get a full refund--end of story.

3. All of my products, I use!!! everyday in some way! I stand by it all!!

So take a minute to at least register as a customer so I can start giving out my coupons and gift certs!! Im just gonna have fun and try to keep you all pleased!!!!!!

So hop on over to my website under (Shop my store) or go directly to www.ashleynicole.mybigcommerce.com and register or shop!!! Feel free to email me--if you have a product of interest I can get for you as well!!!

xoxo Ashley

My New Website!!

Well....Finally! Uploaded and Operational. Feel free to stop by at

www.ashleynicolemorgin.com. There is tons to do there and way more coming. Ill be loading new photos when I get back to my photoshoots after May! As for now--Feel free to shop there for all

my products and feel free to email there as well!!

Im going to keep my blog here for a while and am laying out the new topics today!. Next topic: Transgender and the law..Public Do's -Do Not's and How come?? Just a little call for more equality!

Luv You all--ALL MY FOLLOWERS ROCK!!!!

xoxo Ashley

New in my News!

Im always so grateful to be able to have the opportunity to work with some of you that are close to me. Providing educational makeup instruction just gives me an opportunity to share something more than my photos.

The month of March is going to be mega exciting for me as Im going to be launching a fun, interactive and free site that we can all share ideas, tips, tricks and questions on.

In addition, Im going to be supporting that with my own cosmetics and accessories store giving everyone and opportunity to purchase privately and inexpensively from me.

I hope everyone is looking forward to Spring like I am and please feel free to email me ANYTHING-you may want me to consider adding to my upcoming boutique. For those closer--Feel free to book your makeovers with me, reward yourself--you deserve it!!

xoxo Ashley

Keeping our heads up...

Ok, well we all get it. It's never gonna be a perfect world. Trust me when I say that. I used to be the bubbly one..out and about..haveing fun--then a reality set in and Ive had to lately deal with some circumstances. Its overwhelming to feel that I haven't been there for others--while I focus on me. We just count the days.

We all have our own little issues...but my little brother recently said to me.."You get one life" only one. It makes sense.

Im still here . I promise that Im here to help everyone on issues regarding transgender, advice, anything---Just drop me the email....

Whats New??!!

Ive struggled a ton lately..Could be the winter, could be situations. Bottom line is--Everyday, I step up and try--something I find will get me through and its just that day. Ive been trying to look for new opportunties, dont get me wrong --I love being a makeup artist and love my clients but sometimes I just miss that steady paycheck.

Been promoting myself more to get back into some photoshoots and any new opportunities.

My social media has been lacking--but Im stepping back up. So thank you all for following me---I promise I havent left any of you!!!

My Cosmetics Kit!!!

Mine, Mine, Mine.. But designed for all of you!!! Its taken some time in development but is now for sale and at only $22.00 Comes with a FREE Hair Flower Clip accessory. You can order it online and www.spellcosmetics.com or you can privately order by email from me!!

So even if waiting...Drop me a line and let me know your thoughts!!! nikmorgin@yahoo.com

My New Twitter!

Had to do it..Just a way to follow me.. :)

www.twitter.com/AshleyNMorgin