Author: Ashley
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A Man Caught My Attention And It Was Not My Husband
We fall in love, get married, and think no on else will ever catch our attention. Then it happens …
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The tantrum that broke my heart
I sat in my parents walk-in closet while on our first family vacation, starring at a little boy that was so visibly overcome with emotions. His red face. His tear stained cheeks. Exhausted eyes. Trying to push me away while destroying many things within his reach to simply release his emotions. I wasn’t heartbroken for…
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Packing My Hospital Bag – Baby#2!
I cannot believe we are here again! 39 weeks pregnant and getting everything ready for when baby girl decides to join this world. If you’d like to watch my sit-down chat on what I am packing differently this time around, head on over to my youtube (videos go live on Fridays around 1pm Toronto time).…
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Devotional: Psalm 37:23-24
Well, I cannot find the camera charger and the battery is dead. So this week’s “Verse of the Week” is brought to you via the blog. *Imagine the music playing along as you read this* Psalm 37:23-24“The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will…
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How To Take Apart An Upright Piano In 10 Steps
For the last 12 years, this has been my piano. It has helped me release pent up emotion, it has helped me think, and it has especially helped me break through spiritually . About two years ago I commissioned a local furniture refinisher to give it a face lift – and it has been our…
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What To Pack For A Hospital Birth
Here is a quick guide I put together of some birthing essentials to bring with you. Tell me what you think on a comment below! For the full Youtube Video on what I packed come on over to the channel (video will be live on June 19th 2020). Download my packing list here: Hospital Packing…
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Pregnancy, Isolation, and God
I wished pregnancy would be easy on me, and was rocked to my core when it turned out to be everything but easy and somehow my reaction was to push God away despite my sheer need for Him . . .
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Am I A Failure?
Crazy, is it not? That one can be standing in the midst of success and still feel like a failure. I don’t sit here with detailed tips or encouraging bible verses today, I just have honest words that need so much Jesus . . .
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“Dew from Heaven” (Prayer)
A prayer for a fellow sister in Christ. There is power in gathering in prayer, we ask you join us as you feel led.
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Choosing Between Causing Offense & A Life Saving Prayer
How do you present God to people who do not accept Him? Do you present them God in their time of need or allow the devil to rob them of life? We Christians sometimes tiptoe when we should be running …
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Single On Valentine’s Day: Guest Post by Ashley-Dawn
Single on Valentine’s? Who said that has to be a negative thing?! Ashley-Dawn shares a 29 year old’s perspective on why Valentine’s isn’t a sad day for her in this current season of life. Take a read!
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Valentine’s Day Isn’t Just For Couples
I am not a fan of Valentine’s day. I think it is a commercial holiday that puts pressure and unneeded stress on couples. BUT I do believe that if you are a Valentine’s Day lover and especially one not in a relationship, there are plenty of things you can do to participate in the festivities!…