For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a thug. Not a for real thug but the kind of person who was not easily bothered by just anything. I've wanted to be the kind of person who could have life happen and be able to maintain an emotional distance to what's … Continue reading “…But that’s not you though…”
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.
A Passion to Run…
...from the "calling". I was at my part-time job on Saturday where I work with preschoolers, a few with developmental disabilities and/or social-emotional difficulties. I had been having an ongoing conversation with a parent over the past few Saturdays about some concerns, something that wasn't necessarily outside of my job description but was maybe a tad … Continue reading A Passion to Run…
The Post Where I Finally Discuss Why I Left Seminary
Since this is a good month to talk about women's issues... It's a well known secret that I attended a well-regarded (well...in evangelical circles) seminary for two years. I won't say that I regret the experience but I will say that it had some very unintended consequences in terms of my growth, development, and self … Continue reading The Post Where I Finally Discuss Why I Left Seminary
Let’s Talk About Questions…
Hello and Happy Women's History Month to all! Also, Happy Dr. Seuss Day to all who celebrate! I come to you all today with a very particular problem in mind. I posted this very real interaction yesterday to my personal Facebook page: Him: Do you have any children? Me: No. Him: What are you waiting … Continue reading Let’s Talk About Questions…
For Church Kids Who Are Grown Now & Aren’t Sure If They’re Saved Enuff
I've been in church all of my life. My mother went into labor with me while she was teaching a children's Vacation Bible School class. So I guess you can say that if there was anyone who was predestined to be a church kid, it would be me. I was the church kid who stayed … Continue reading For Church Kids Who Are Grown Now & Aren’t Sure If They’re Saved Enuff
A Giant Among Years
It is so hard to believe that we are nearly a full month into 2016. I used to hear older folks say how much time flies but now I actually feel this sentiment and that's not always the best feeling. There was so much fresh excitement for me entering into 2015. After a hell of … Continue reading A Giant Among Years
Skinned: My [Incomplete] Journey to Self Love
Firstly - HAPPY NEW YEAR! May 2016 be everything sweet! I may have told this story before but I'm telling it again. When I was 7 years old, I was playing on the stairs of my childhood church when I lost my footing and fell down the entire staircase. Thankfully, I was not seriously injured … Continue reading Skinned: My [Incomplete] Journey to Self Love
Top Lessons of 2015
Tomorrow is the last day of 2015 and what a year it has been! When 2015 began, I was very excited about the possibilities and was anxiously awaiting what the year had in store. For the most part, it did not disappoint! 2015 was whirlwind and the lessons that I learned this year were invaluable. … Continue reading Top Lessons of 2015
On Relational Breakdowns: Finding Peace in the Options
I won't say that social media has made things like break ups and the breakdowns of friendships harder but it certainly has made the healing process an interesting one. I was the person who always thought that people would want to stay in my life forever. I figured I was a pretty good person to … Continue reading On Relational Breakdowns: Finding Peace in the Options
Thankful for Time – Looking Back with No Regrets
On this day two years ago, I found myself on an AMTRAK train on my way to Richmond, VA to meet up with my best friend and take solace in being hidden in her Winston-Salem, NC home for the weekend. When I asked her if I could come down to NC for the weekend, I … Continue reading Thankful for Time – Looking Back with No Regrets