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Ashley Willis

2017-12-12T09:26:55-04:00

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When Your Marriage Feels One-Sided

Last updated on: December 12, 2017 at 9:26 am   By Ashley Willis

I was watching a movie recently that featured a married couple in their thirties.  The couple seemed to be doing well from an outsider's perspective--they had good jobs, kids who loved them, and a beautiful house on a tree-lined street. ... Read more

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2017-11-30T10:41:44-04:00

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When You’re Struggling to Connect with your Child

Last updated on: November 30, 2017 at 10:41 am   By Ashley Willis

When our kids our born, we feel a strong connection to them almost instantly.  But, this connection can suffer a bit as our children get older and struggle to understand their role in the family, their gifts and talents, and their overall purpose.  Sometimes, our kiddos can be tough nuts to crack–and this can drive us nuts in the process.  So, what’s a parent to do? (more…) Read more

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2022-11-01T16:53:51-04:00

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12 Things a Wife Should Do for Her Husband

Last updated on: November 1, 2022 at 4:53 pm   By Ashley Willis

Cultivating a strong marriage takes work.  We can't get on auto-pilot and expect things to turn out well.  We must keep pursuing one another, but sometimes we lose sight of how to do this in the chaos of life. My... Read more

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2016-11-27T16:23:18-04:00

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5 Practical Steps for Moms when dealing with MEAN GIRLS

Last updated on: November 27, 2016 at 4:23 pm   By Ashley Willis

I heard a great podcast about bullying recently, and it talked a lot about the infamous “mean girls” in schools today.  It’s a huge issue, yet sometimes it’s hard to see the signs before it’s too late.  So, what’s a mom to do? (more…) Read more

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2017-11-08T12:59:44-04:00

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3 Signs that Your Relationship with Your Parents is HURTING your Marriage

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:59 pm   By Ashley Willis

Our relationship with our parents is extremely important, and we need to show them tremendous love and respect. However, when we marry, our relationship with our parents cannot remain the same as it was when we were under their roof... Read more

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2017-11-08T12:59:52-04:00

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5 Ways to Make THANKSGIVING More FUN AND MEMORABLE this Year

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:59 pm   By Ashley Willis

Thanksgiving is in three days! Can you believe it? The turkey, the sides, the football, the parades, the hours with those you love--Thanksgiving is an amazing holiday full of love and traditions.  Even so, why not take things up a... Read more

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2016-11-17T15:24:41-04:00

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5 Ways to Show Your Spouse LOVE AND GRATITUDE

Last updated on: November 17, 2016 at 3:24 pm   By Ashley Willis

Gratitude is vital in marriage.  Yet, many of us assume that our spouse knows that we are thankful for him/her and what he/she does for us.  But, assumptions lead to frustration and misunderstanding.  So, it’s extremely important that we show our spouse how thankful we are for him/her regularly and often.  Here are 5 practical ways to show your spouse how thankful you are for him/her. (more…) Read more

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2017-11-08T12:59:58-04:00

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5 Things that You Should STOP WAITING FOR in Your Marriage

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:59 pm   By Ashley Willis

It's great to have things to look forward to in our marriage.  But, there are a five common scenarios in which waiting for these is actually detrimental to our marriage.  Waiting to work on your marriage until the kids are... Read more

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2016-11-10T20:55:16-04:00

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Guest Post: Our Country Needs LESS NEGATIVITY and MORE OF THIS

Last updated on: November 10, 2016 at 8:55 pm   By Ashley Willis

In light of all the negativity and outrage surrounding this presidential campaign and election, I love what my friend Jacqueline had to say.  I hope you do too! (more…) Read more

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2017-11-12T14:34:34-04:00

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13 Signs that You Might Be a PEOPLE-PLEASER and How to Overcome

Last updated on: November 12, 2017 at 2:34 pm   By Ashley Willis

Are you a "people-pleaser"?  If you're not quite sure, then check out this list (and tips on how to overcome this struggle) from my friend Rebekah Perryman at Lane of Roses.  It's pretty eye-opening. Do you feel the need to make... Read more

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