Why We Downsized from a 3,000 sq/ft House to a Fixer Upper Trailer

by Ashley // November 9, 2021 // 6 Comments

“Are we CRAZY?!” Well, that depends on who you ask. Most people would probably say yes. But, seriously, why in the world would we downsize and move our family of five from the house of our dreams into a tiny,... Continue reading →

To the Person who has to Earn Everyone’s Love

by Ashley // November 21, 2018 // 1 Comment

To the Person who has to Earn Everyone’s Love,   It’s hard, isn’t it? You spend all your time making choices, choosing your words, and over thinking your actions just so that you can appease them. Just so that maybe,... Continue reading →

Fighting the Evolution of Women

by Ashley // July 12, 2018 // No Comments

Is it just me, or do you realize how evolution seems to just be some revolving door we are stuck in? We think things evolve and change; but, really, they are just an adaptation of things of the past. Take... Continue reading →

The Uninvolved Mom

by Ashley // April 23, 2018 // 4 Comments

“Rylee’s mom, right? I hardly ever see you.” Jab, right. in. the. heart. Last week, my oldest daughter had “parent’s week” at her dance studio. For those not so familiar with being a Dance Mom, like me, that’s when the parents... Continue reading →

One Simple Cooking Hack Everyone Should Know

by Ashley // February 28, 2018 // No Comments

I am not a chef at heart – I try, I really do… But, somehow, I just lack that natural pazazz.  My Meme on the other hand, now she’s a Pro! However, out of all her years of cooking, I have managed to... Continue reading →

Does God Make Mistakes?

by Ashley // February 21, 2018 // No Comments

Does God make mistakes? I know the answer. We all know the answer. But sometimes it surely feels like He does. Today, as I was sitting down feeling overwhelmed with everything, I let my mind go. I let it go... Continue reading →

Minimalist vs. Excessivist: No Happy Medium?

by Ashley // February 13, 2018 // No Comments

Minimalism. It’s all over the internet. The new it thing to do. Pinterest is bombarding you with quotes and lists of things to purge. Facebook is filling up with newsfeeds about how great everyone is feeling getting rid of stuff. Meanwhile, I... Continue reading →

To All The Disgustingly Lazy Moms Out There…

by Ashley // January 11, 2018 // No Comments

I once had a conversation, with a very entitled man, that will forever be ingrained in my mind. It was 7 years ago. I was a new mom, wife, and homeowner. He came by to congratulate us on our baby... Continue reading →

Let Her Sleep, For When She Wakes…

by Ashley // January 2, 2018 // No Comments

“Let her sleep. For when she wakes, she will move mountains.” Let me first address the elephant in the room, I am sorry for my rather long hiatus – life. Life happened. Homeschooling. Running my own small business. And, taking... Continue reading →

Why Homeschooling is the Worst Decision You Could Make

by Ashley // September 26, 2017 // No Comments

  Since I can remember, I’ve always validated my career choice by saying, “If I can’t be a stay-at-home mom – Then, I guess teaching is the next best thing.” I would get all the holidays off with my children.... Continue reading →