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Emergence

By Ashley March 3, 2025 2

The grand finale of this chapter is on the horizon, but this isn’t the end, yet. (2 minutes read time)

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Metamorphosis

By Ashley January 1, 2024 2

If 2023 were a love story, I’d call it Yahweh.

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The Summer After, part 1

By Ashley August 17, 2023

No matter how far time carries me away from the memories, I rest assured knowing history holds them safely. Pictures and words carry me back to them, just for a little while.

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Self-Discovery

Who Am I?

By Ashley April 20, 2023

A lot has changed since the launch of Thoughtful Gems, and it’s only fitting that the “About” page evolves along with it. ❤︎

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Trifecta Perfected

By Ashley April 5, 2023

He waited for me, patiently. And from a low place I found my chin being lifted, my identity being reaffirmed and a gentle voice in my ear reminding me not to drop my crown.

I’ve never felt more cherished, loved or chosen.

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They Say When You’re Healed, You Tell the Story Differently

By Ashley March 9, 2023 1

I think I’m closer to becoming who I was always intended to be. Closer, than ever before.

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Love Letter I Never Received

By Ashley February 5, 2023

There is so much beauty in this world, and within her. I’m confident that one day the right man will open his eyes and see it.

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Postcard, From London

By Ashley December 31, 2022 2

In a few hours, here in London, the sun will rise for the last time in 2022. And when the sun sets, I’ll be in…

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Remember When I Said I Have Bad Days?

By Ashley November 9, 2022 2

I’m learning some things, releasing some things and embracing some things in this season of my life. And I love what I’m discovering in the process.

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Journey of Enlightenment

By Ashley August 29, 2022

I’m seeking peace. And each day I allow my eyes, my heart and my mind to find it. In the process, I’m becoming more enlightened. Closer to God and to who I was always meant to be.

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