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February 8, 2016

California Dreaming // A Grateful Heart

There’s something that I’ve always loved about being the daughter of a North Carolinian and a Californian. One side of my family comes from a tobacco farming heritage and the family tree has been planted firmly in the same area…

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February 1, 2016

A Life Lived for God // A Grateful Heart

To me, there is nothing more inspiring than to see someone that truly lives their life for God. I think we all know those people. The people whose faith is never questioned because they so clearly live it, breathe it,…

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January 25, 2016

Be Still and Know // A Grateful Heart

There is something so magical about the first snow of the season. It brings me right back to my childhood days; waiting by the window and wishing so fervently for those first precious snowflakes. Winter Storm Jonas may not have…

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January 18, 2016

All Is It, All Is It // A Grateful Heart

If you had told me two years ago that I would know what it would be like to lose five close family members in a two year time frame, I probably would have said that you were crazy. To have…

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January 11, 2016

Spark Joy Every Day // A Grateful Heart

Okay, so I may have stolen the idea for this post title from Marie Kondo’s new book, Spark Joy. She is the author of the bestselling book, The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up, and Spark Joy is the illustrated…

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January 4, 2016

Quiet Solitude // A Grateful Heart

There is something beautiful about being able to just be somewhere. Admittedly, I am actually very terrible at this. I am always thinking of what comes next, what’s next on my to-do list, or where I’m going that afternoon. But…

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December 28, 2015

Every Bitter Thing is Sweet // A Grateful Heart

Good Morning, my lovely friends. It’s the last Monday of 2015, can you believe it? As I sit here, curled up with my cup of coffee, I am overwhelmed with the gratitude that I feel. I feel grateful for the…

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September 21, 2015

A Somber Soul, But a Grateful Heart

I didn’t want to write this today. I didn’t want to sit down and reflect on the past week, even though there is so much grace, love, and gratitude interwoven through the days. And then I saw that today is…

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September 7, 2015

Low Country Living // A Grateful Heart

Happy Labor Day, my friends! As I type this, I am preparing to make the drive back to Charlotte after a wonderful weekend spent in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. One of the things I love about the Holy City, and…

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August 17, 2015

Texas Getaway Recap // A Grateful Heart

I’ve always had a heart that yearns to travel and see as much of the world as possible. I may not always have the funds for it, but the desire is always there. This year, I’ve been incredibly fortunate to…

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August 10, 2015

There’s Your Sign // A Grateful Heart

This morning, I am grateful for many things. The ability to travel, returning home safely from a fun four days in Texas, but mostly I am grateful today for how God has been calling to me lately and my ability…

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August 3, 2015

My, How Time Flies // A Grateful Heart

View of LA from The Getty Center On Saturday when I woke up and checked Facebook I was reminded, thanks to their “On This Day” feature, that one year ago I was in Los Angeles for what is certainly one…

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Hello! I'm Ashley - a girl who loves drinking coffee, being in the kitchen, and cultivating a life that truly nourishes the mind, body, and soul. Here you'll find stories of growth and grace. Of hope, joy, and learning to be bold in faith. I'm glad you're here!

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