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Ashley Qurollo
Feb 5, 20244 min read
Music in My Soul, Part 2
February 5, 2024 (This is an old family heirloom violin, not my Gottfried Raabs.) Last week, I shared a little about my musical...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jan 29, 20244 min read
Music in My Soul
January 29, 2024 A few weeks ago in that rather desperate blog post, I queried my readers for topics of interest. One of my sweet readers...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jan 22, 20243 min read
Natural Living
January 22, 2023 Recently, I looked around my tiny kitchen and smiled at the changes, all of which moved my family closer towards natural...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jan 15, 20243 min read
Inspiring Books from 2023
January 15, 2024 First, thank you to every reader who commented and encouraged me in last week's post. You have no idea what a blessing...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jan 8, 20242 min read
Time to Move On
January 8, 2024 I’ve thought about throwing in the towel. Is this blog really worth investing in every week? Who reads this blog anyways?...
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Ashley Qurollo
Jan 1, 20245 min read
Looking Back, Looking Ahead
January 1, 2024 As I get back into the groove of writing blog posts, thoughts arose about what to write: a simple “Happy New Year’s” and...
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Ashley Qurollo
Dec 25, 20231 min read
Merry Christmas!
December 25, 2023 Merry Christmas, lovely blog readers! May today be a blessed day with those you love and cherish. Please accept this...
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Ashley Qurollo
Dec 18, 20233 min read
A Collected Christmas
December 18, 2023 I am an old soul and always have been. From my childhood days, old things have spoken to my heart. Old things tell...
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Ashley Qurollo
Nov 27, 20235 min read
Keeping Christmas Simple
November 27, 2023 Last year I let a “Grinchy” spirit steal the joy of Christmas from my heart. I was so very stressed during the holiday...
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Ashley Qurollo
Nov 13, 20233 min read
Don't Quit!
November 13, 2023 Hello, friends! Today's post will just be informal and chatty. This time of year is busy for everyone, and writing an...
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Ashley Qurollo
Nov 6, 20231 min read
Simple Shelf Styling
November 6, 2023 Hello, friends! I had hopes of finishing my latest YouTube video to share here in this space, but that did not quite...
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Ashley Qurollo
Oct 30, 20235 min read
Living Simply with Lower Energy | Everyday Strategies
October 30, 2023 As I look back over what blog posts have received the most views, my posts on “Living Simply with Lower Energy” seem to...
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Ashley Qurollo
Oct 23, 20235 min read
Living Simply with Lower Energy | Leaning on the Lord
October 23, 2023 I wish that I had started my “Living Simply with Lower Energy” series with an emphasis on God’s strength. Perhaps...
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Ashley Qurollo
Oct 16, 20232 min read
Fall Touches in My Home
October 16, 2023 This week’s post will be rather short, mainly a new video and some pictures. At this stage of my life, writing a blog...
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Ashley Qurollo
Oct 2, 20236 min read
Homeschooling | Teaching Beyond the Worksheet
October 2, 2023 Welcome back! Bless you if you took time to read my thoughts on too many worksheets last week. Truly, I do not hate...
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Ashley Qurollo
Sep 18, 20231 min read
Farewell Summer
September 18, 2023 "Farewell Summer" Gorgeous summer days are almost past. The days are long but the season short. Like a dandelion whisp...
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Ashley Qurollo
Sep 11, 20235 min read
Quiet Afternoons
September 11, 2023 “I don’t know how you do what you do.” I hear this comment occasionally. Some mean it as backdoor compliment, and some...
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Ashley Qurollo
Sep 4, 20231 min read
Happy Labor Day!
September 4, 2023 Happy Labor Day, friends! Whether you are basking at the beach, hiking a trail, fellowshipping with friends, or just...
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Ashley Qurollo
Aug 28, 20235 min read
The Summer I Didn't Practice the Piano | New Piano Music!
August 28, 2023 “So tell me what’s bothering your hand?” Dr. Santo asked as she gently took my hand and inspected it, turning it every...
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Ashley Qurollo
Aug 14, 20235 min read
The Old Rocking Chair
August 14, 2023 “Mommy, I need you to come rock me,” my oldest called over the baby monitor on my dresser. In my quietest voice, I...
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