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Re: How Mothers Damage Their Daughters: Could This Be You?

AshleyB — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 11:57:51 -0000

On iHeart and Apple podcasts, the wrong episode plays in place of this one. It is playing the episode about fentanyl overdose instead of the "How Mothers Damage Their Daughters" episode.

Re: Of Linen and Grace

AshleyB — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 18:47:41 -0000

"I anger easily and form my own opinions before letting them speak their minds. I am quick to hush them and slow to spill grace."
Gracious Angie. That is the lesson I'm repetitively learning and vowing to take to heart day after day. Thank you for the wisdom and Truth.
Ash

Re: One Word Journey: Enough!

AshleyB — Wed, 29 May 2013 14:35:23 -0000

As always, I love your insight. This: "Embracing my enoughness means engaging with that vulnerability—leaning into it rather than away from it. It means making the difficult decisions and setting the hard boundaries, in spite of the risk, in face of the fears." Thank you for putting words to feelings.

Re: Rushing & Pausing {Subtext Series}

AshleyB — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:04:15 -0000

This ------> "So much of good parenting is about making life a safe place for grace." yes. I am struggling mightily with this same issue and was confronted head on with it yesterday morning.

As is the case too many Sunday mornings, I was rushing my kids to get ready and get out the door for church. I caught myself getting exasperated with them and raising my voice, hurrying them and getting worked up about being "on time." As we finally got n the car and pulled out of the driveway, I felt a whisper remind me that this is not the way to show them the love of Christ. Telling them to "Hurry!" and "get in the car NOW" doesn't reflect the Lord we are going to worship. So, I took a deep breath, slowed down and took them to eat doughnuts and drink chocolate milk. We headed on to Sunday school and went to the later church service after laughing and getting sugar all over their dresses in a booth at the doughnut store. That's how I want them to remember Sunday mornings - surrounded with love and joy - and it was a lesson I sorely needed to learn. I'm praying that the whispers keep coming.

Re: Music

AshleyB — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 13:14:38 -0000

This -----> "It’s not too late, I almost whisper…" You've whispered it loudly. Thank you.

Re: Yvonne

AshleyB — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 11:24:28 -0000

I had one of Yvonne's Cabbage Patch cousins, Annette. Also the name chosen not by me, but by the one whose name was written on her bottom. Annette had an unfortunate incident that involved her hair and the escalator at Maison Blanche. I finally convinced my mom to send her off to Babyland General for reconstructive surgery. :-)
Thanks for the laughs. And the memories.

Re: In the Mending {a series}

AshleyB — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 16:55:43 -0000

Two people stick out in my mind - both from elementary school (over twenty years ago). Two bullies. One boy. One girl. One was dealing with emotional issues at the time, I know that now, but it doesn't help that his words hurt me then. One was supposed to be a friend, but in hindsight, she was treating me the way her older sister treated her. Knowing that now doesn't erase the memories of words and deeds that accomplished their intended result.
That saying, "sticks and stones . . . ."? Couldn't be further the truth, could it? Words are indeed powerful.

Re: The Robe

AshleyB — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 16:41:06 -0000

There's a quotation from Matthew Henry that goes something to the effect of, "No attribute of God is more dreadful to sinners than His Holiness." And I'd finish the thought by saying, "And no attribute of God is more beautiful to those who know His Grace than His Holiness."
Thanks for Good Words, friend.
Grace & peace,
Ash

Re: Free book giveaway for introverts!

AshleyB — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:23:51 -0000

Fantastic! I'd love to get a copy.

Re: Baros

AshleyB — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 23:31:51 -0000

I'm praying for your son and for you Crystal. I pray you have others surrounding you who can help carry your burdens physically, as well as spiritually. Specifically for you, I'm praying that you would find peace and healing in God's consuming Grace and Mercy.

Re: Baros

AshleyB — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 22:36:51 -0000

This is such a good word.
I heard a speaker not long ago teach on these exact passages and she loosely translated the term "load" in Galatians 6:5 to the English word "knapsack." The place, as you said, for those responsibilities that only we can bear. I love that imagery. And thinking about bearing burdens, Moses comes straight to mind. The burden he bore as an intercessor on behalf of those he loved so dearly, but who continually fell so short is a beautiful example. Not only that, but looking at his journey is also a wake-up call. If we are going to intercede for those we love, it is costly. Worth the cost, but costly nonetheless. I'm praying for you, Angie - and all others here- who are bearing those burdens and being Light and Life in the lives of His Children.

Re: From Blah to Awe

AshleyB — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 23:09:01 -0000

I love seeing that there are books like this out there. If I'm completely honest, I am fearful of what teenage years with three girls in the house will hold! And I'm excited to see Jenna's name on it. One of my very favorite people in the world and really good friend, Courtney, hosts Revolve with Jenna. I'm hoping Revolve or something like ti will be around when my girls are old enough to be in the target audience.
And hoping and praying for easy travel and good health for you this weekend!

Re: Seeds Family Worship

AshleyB — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 23:25:29 -0000

My two go-to resources for my girls' spiritual development are 1) The Jesus Storybook Bible, and 2) Jesus Calling devotional for kids. They both bless me as much as they do my 6, 3, and 18 mo. old. I can't recommend either of them more highly!

Re: Fun Friday

AshleyB — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:09:32 -0000

This is so fun!
So, for a tip and techniques person, I love Lisa Eldridge - her website is: http://www.lisaeldridge.com/. She has great tutorial videos. As for products, I love Nars "Sin" blush. Again, the name leaves a little be desired, but I love the color. I have a couple of Mac lispsticks that I like: Hug me and Rambling Rose. I use Covergirl Lash Blast mascara.
I need a new foundation and new eyeshadow, so I'm taking notes on what everyone says here!

Re: The Tyranny of Choice

AshleyB — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:20:26 -0000

I definitely agree with you that all too often we as Christians think we can just "send out the message of Jesus," as if just putting it out there is a panacea. This one post though is a tiny glimpse into the everyday, moment to moment life of one Believer -- and apparently several with whom this resonated -- to paint her life, or all Christians with such a broad brush based on 1500 words is a bit presumptuous. It's hard to get a big picture view of what any Christian's life is like by reading her words from one day (as good as they may be in my mind or others' minds); and I'd venture to say that if I looked at one moment in a day of your life it wouldn't be a complete picture of you, your loves, your beliefs, your hopes, and your dreams.
I'll gently offer a little nudge to read further, look back and see that "just sending out the message of Jesus" is a far cry from what you'll read here.
Best to you,
Ashley

Re: Worth Fighting For

AshleyB — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:40:20 -0000

Ashley - married for 11 years.

Re: Three

AshleyB — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:22:26 -0000

"Has any part of your sin kept you from the cross? Has there been an opportunity for Satan to whisper to you and tell you that you’ve gone one step too far and that you can’t possibly be restored?" This resonated deeply with me tonight. As I read your words, it struck me that all the Enemy has done his job if he can merely neutralize one of God's children. He doesn't have to entice us to grievous sin so long as we are paralyzed by fear or doubt or a sense of unworthiness. Thankfully, as you said well, God's Truth is that His Grace and His Covenant are bigger than Peter's -- and our -- unfaithfulness.

Such a Good Word!

Re: What I’m Reading

AshleyB — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 22:29:05 -0000

It's really good. She has me pegged in many ways, so I've done plenty of underlining and note-taking. I definitely recommend it if you could fall into the "good girl" category, in any sense of the term.

Re: What I’m Reading

AshleyB — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 13:09:54 -0000

Alyson, I'll definitely be praying for you.
I just wanted to say that reading your words, "I don't even know what it is that I have done wrong", broke my heart for you - not in a bad way, but in a way that makes me want to be sure you know that there is likely not anything you have done wrong. I know it's said over and over, but I'll say it again: Marriage is hard and especially between Believers, it is opposed by much. More often than not, there isn't something big or identifiable that leads to distance between married people, but just "drift". I say all of that to encourage you to press in and do what you can to close the gap between the two of you (and perhaps reading this book is a great place to start!). But most importantly pray and ask God to do His work in each of you and between the two of you. I'll be praying that for you!
Grace and peace,
Ash

Re: What I’m Reading

AshleyB — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 13:04:12 -0000

These look good! I'll have to add some of them to my amazon wish list! I tend to have multiple books in my queue at any given time as well.
Right now I'm reading Grace for the Good Girl by Emily Freeman, The Pursuit of God by AW Tozer, and 52 Things Kids Need From a Mom by Angela Thomas. I'm re-reading One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp in my devotional time as well. Good reads!

Re: Equador!

AshleyB — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 07:09:19 -0000

I'm following this Compassion trip with a tad bit more excitement than any Compassion trip before because our Compassion child lives in Ecuador. I've been reading with anticipation of hearing and seeing more of what her life is like - and with a hint of hope that I *might* catch a glimpse of her sweet face in one of their pictures. Having her as part of our life, especially for our six year old, is a blessing beyond measure.

Re: Speaking of Shallow…

AshleyB — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 22:36:10 -0000

Do you have a link to the "oil cleansing method"? I'm fascinated.

Re: With Him

AshleyB — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:35:30 -0000

I read about Sara's passing with a divided heart; I'm happy for her that she has no more pain and that she is in the presence of the One she lived for. I'm sad that her words won't quietly come onto my computer screen, reminders of shameless love and the choice of joy.

These words were in her obituary and they struck me to my core this morning:

"I will not be ashamed to stand before God; I will fulfill God's plan by living the
best life I can with what I am given; I will be aware and present in every moment; I will love what I have and not yearn for what I lack; I will spread the Joy, not the fear; I will be intentional in all things. Sara taught us that there isn't a situation in life that isn't covered by these goals. This is how her friends knew her, and it's how she wants us all to remember her.

One of Sara's favorite quotes is: 'Have courage for the great sorrows of life, and patience for the small ones. And when you have finished your daily task, go to sleep in peace. God is awake.' ~Victor Hugo"

My prayer today has been for her family and friends to go to the One Who is Awake with their love, pain, and grief.

Re: Looking Homeward

AshleyB — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 16:18:23 -0000

Thank you for beautiful words Sara and a beautiful life.

I emailed you at one point when I first "found" your blog. You spoke words I needed to hear about thankfulness and love and joy - those words echo in my heart and mind daily. Your response then was so humble and full of grace.

I've continued to peek into your life through your words here and the words "thank you" don't do justice to how you've taught me. All the same, thank you for allowing yourself to be His Words here. I'm praying fervently.
Ash

Re: Trust

AshleyB — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:07:58 -0000

I am praying for Sara those caring for her now. Thanks for the updates Shannon.