Lately I've been hearing people say, "you look just like your mother!" It's a bit weird to me because all my life I've been told that I look just like my father, though I'm not surprised that when I am dolled up I may actually look more like my Mom (Someone once said that I … Continue reading She Gets It From Her Mama?
Author: Ash B.
Ash recently earned a Masters of Art degree in Professional Counseling and is an educator. Her desire is to use Nuanced Exposures as a platform to discuss issues close to her heart with authenticity, vulnerability, and in ways that empower those who read.
11 Years a Pastor’s Kid
January 4, 2003 - the day my father was selected to be the Pastor-elect of Macedonia Baptist Church in Washington, DC. I was 15 years old. I don't remember much about that day except that Brandon and I were out with my godmother, Darlene, and when my parents called to tell us the news, I … Continue reading 11 Years a Pastor’s Kid
#TuesdayTips: Social Media Etiquette
My friend, Jade Perry, posted a series of status updates on Facebook yesterday that she deemed Jade’s Social Media Etiquette Tips. As an avid user of social media AND a well-educated professional (check her credentials here), I believe Jade definitely can speak with some wisdom on the topic. These were REALLY good and I wanted … Continue reading #TuesdayTips: Social Media Etiquette
Hold Me Now
I remember driving with my Mom to church a few Sundays ago and while we were riding, Kirk Franklin's "Hold Me Now" came on. Instantly so many memories came flooding back as I recalled how many times I played that song over and over again as a preteen. I remember writing all of the words … Continue reading Hold Me Now
Glorious Ruins
I've been afraid to write about this but I'm pushing through. I'm learning to use my voice to silence my fears. Pray with me. For anyone who has personally known me for at least the past year, you know that I was in a relationship that began in the early part of 2011. Around late … Continue reading Glorious Ruins
Coldest Winter
I was driving on Saturday, allowing the beautiful sun to shine light on me and fully feeling the breeze tossing my hair to and fro. I was really enjoying it and taking it all in when it occurred to me that what I was feeling was pure happiness in that moment. I haven't felt that … Continue reading Coldest Winter
The Proof is in the Pudding
This is my first post as a Contributing Blogger for Women's Elevation Magazine. I will be contributing on the first and third Mondays of the month. I am so grateful and humbled by this opportunity! 🙂 Check out the magazine at http://www.womenselevationmagazine.com. In the front of one of my colleague’s classroom is a sign that … Continue reading The Proof is in the Pudding
Dear Lost Me…
This post is inspired by Sarah Jakes' #dearlostme campaign. She is a fellow PK and great inspiration. She is also the author of the book, Lost and Found, which was released today. I can't wait for mine to come!Dear lost Ash,Where do I begin? There is so much that I want to tell you and … Continue reading Dear Lost Me…
Musings on Closure…
I woke up Sunday morning at 7:30 feeling fine. Within 5 hours, I was curled up on a pew in the balcony of MBC humbly munching on saltines and lightly sipping ginger ale, listening to my Dad preach and silently hoping that my stomach would just...go somewhere. I couldn't confirm it at the time but … Continue reading Musings on Closure…
Sam’s Mama
(photo cred: patheos.com) Now I know the title alone got some of you to click to this page…SO since you're here being nosey, you might as well stay and read! 🙂 Hope. Sovereignty. Sam's Mama. I really have been struggling with hope and God's sovereignty lately. I think that anyone who has conversed with me … Continue reading Sam’s Mama